Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Pain in Lung Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Objectives: The objectives of this review are to establish the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques in treating lung cancer pain. The specific question to be addressed in this review is: 1. What is the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques in treating pain in patients with lung cancer? Criteria for considering studies for this review Types of participants This review will consider studies that include patients with lung cancer. Types of interventions This review will consider studies that examined any intervention containing components of either behavioral and/or cognitive techniques for use in treatment of pain in patients with lung cancer pain, including any of the following: biofeedback, cognitive/attentional distraction, imagery, hypnosis, and meditation Types of outcome measures This review will consider studies that include outcome measures that examine the sensory components of pain (e.g., intensity, frequency, duration, or sensation).