For most people with chronic pain, their pain level goes up and down throughout the day. Understanding your pain patterns can help in figuring out when is the best time do certain activities.

This worksheet will introduce you to using the Workout to Go booklet that is provided to STEPS participants. Physical Activity is a great tool for pain management, but always keep in mind to Start Low and Go Slow! 

When we experience stress, it can lead to more pain felt throughout the body. Use the Relaxation and Problem Solving worksheets to try and reduce your stress and help you feel better!

Making sure we get both enough sleep, as well as good quality sleep, are important components to our overall wellbeing. This Try it Out! Worksheet will help you to create some positive sleep habits!

One great tool to help you Get the Healthcare You Need, is to use a checklist to prepare for an upcoming appointment with your healthcare provider. The American Heart Association's PACE Guide Sheet is a wonderful tool to help get organized before your next visit. Click on the Preparing for Medical Visits link to read more about how to use the guide, or click on the PACE Guide Sheet button to download the worksheet. 

Making time for enjoyable activities will help bring more postivity and help to close the pain gate. Use the worksheets to help you brainstorm different activities to try out.