Effects of On-Demand Versus Fixed-Interval Schedules in the Treatment of Chronic Pain With Analgesic Compounds.

Berntzen, Dagfinn; Gotestam, K. Gunnar

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ERIC Number: EJ355327

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Publication Date: 1987

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Effects of On-Demand Versus Fixed-Interval Schedules in the Treatment of Chronic Pain With Analgesic Compounds.

Berntzen, Dagfinn; Gotestam, K. Gunnar

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, v55 n2 p213-17 Apr 1987

Compared the effects of fixed-interval and on-demand administration of analgesic medications in chronic pain patients. A fixed-interval analgesic schedule was found more effective than an on-demand schedule in reducing subjective pain and elevating mood. No differences were found between the two conditions on measures of physical activity. (Author/KS)

Descriptors: Diseases, Drug Therapy, Intervals, Medical Care Evaluation, Medical Services, Outcomes of Treatment, Patients, Physical Activities, Scheduling

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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