Are you experiencing persistent pain? You're not alone.
At Pain Support Jersey, we understand the challenges faced by people living with pain and are here to provide practical help, friendship, and encouragement.
We're more than just a charity; we're like a big family, providing a welcoming place where people can come together, share experiences, and lift each other up.
We offer a range of activities designed to help individuals effectively manage persistent pain. These activities include gentle and seated exercise sessions, recreational and vocational activities, social events, and educational talks.
Craft and Chat Group
A supportive space to explore your creativity and connect with others on a similar journey. Crafting promotes mindfulness, distracting from pain and reducing stress. Craft projects provide a sense of accomplishment and purpose, enhancing your well-being despite pain challenges.
Did you know?
- Creative activities like crafting can reduce pain by promoting mindfulness, lowering stress, and improving mood.
- Craft-based therapies have been shown to reduce pain perception by up to 50% in chronic pain sufferers.
Cookery
Cookery classes featuring anti-inflammatory foods are beneficial for individuals with persistent pain. Learning to prepare nutritious meals, helps you feel stronger and happier, even when you’re in pain.
Did you know?
- Anti-inflammatory foods like omega-3-rich fish and leafy greens can help reduce pain by decreasing inflammation.
- A diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods can reduce pain intensity by 20-25% in people with arthritis and fibromyalgia.
Hydrotherapy
Warm water reduces joint pressure and eases muscle tension for natural relief. Gentle exercises improve flexibility and strength, while the soothing properties of water promote relaxation. It's a safe way to manage pain and improve your well-being.
Did you know?
- Hydrotherapy can reduce pain and stiffness in people with arthritis.
- Hydrotherapy increases serotonin levels, improving mood and reducing the perception of pain.
Gentle Exercise
Gentle exercise in the park helps ease pain, improves mobility, and boosts well-being in a peaceful setting surrounded by trees and nature. Being outside and across the road from the beach is refreshing! Exercising with others is a fun way to make friends, get emotional support, and feel less lonely and stressed.
Did you know?
- Gentle exercise can reduce chronic pain intensity by up to 30%.
- Exercising in nature can reduce stress hormones by 12%, improving emotional well-being.
Gentle Yoga
Slow movements and relaxation techniques help ease tension, improve flexibility, and reduce discomfort, leading to greater body awareness and lower stress levels. Yoga promotes better circulation, strengthens muscles, and enhances mood, contributing to overall well-being and improved pain management.
Did you know?
- Regular yoga practice can reduce pain severity by 30%.
- Yoga reduces cortisol levels, helping to manage chronic pain and improve mental health.
Mindfulness
Clinical trials show that mindfulness meditation can work as well as prescription painkillers. It also boosts the body's natural healing systems. Additionally, mindfulness helps reduce anxiety, depression, irritability, exhaustion, and insomnia caused by chronic pain and illness.
Did you know?
- Mindfulness meditation is as effective as prescription pain medication for chronic pain relief.
- Mindfulness practices can reduce the perception of pain by 40-60%, improving quality of life.
Petanque
Petanque, is great for persistent pain. It's easy on joints and muscles, helping improve flexibility and coordination. Playing with others builds community, reducing loneliness. It also keeps your mind active, distracting from pain and enhancing your well-being.
Did you know?
- Petanque improves flexibility and joint mobility without stressing the body.
- Playing games that require concentration, such as petanque, has been linked to improved cognitive function and reduced pain perception.
Sea Swimming
Sea swimming is beneficial for persistent pain, relieving joint pressure, muscle tension, and swelling. Cold water stimulates happy chemicals in the brain, enhancing your overall well-being. The peaceful beach environment is relaxing and calm, aiding pain management.
Did you know?
- Cold water immersion can release endorphins and anti-inflammatory molecules, providing pain relief.
- Cold water swimming reduces inflammation and helps manage chronic pain.
Seated Exercise
Seated exercise in the parish hall is very helpful for people dealing with persistent pain, especially those with limited mobility. It helps manage pain, improves mobility and boosts well-being in a comfortable indoor setting. Being part of group sessions creates a lively atmosphere with laughter, helps build new friendships, and gives valuable emotional support.
Did you know?
- Seated exercise improves joint mobility and reduces pain in older adults.
- Group exercise can reduce feelings of loneliness, which is critical for people managing chronic pain.
Singing
Singing releases happy chemicals, making you feel better. It's social, reducing loneliness. Singing also relaxes you, easing muscle tension. Making music together brings joy, uplifting your spirits despite pain.
Did you know?
- Group singing boosts endorphins and oxytocin levels, which reduce pain and improve mood.
- Singing in a group can improve emotional well-being and reduce stress, providing additional support for chronic pain.
Technology Support
Technology Support offers practical help with tasks such as internet banking registration, fraud prevention, and email setup. Members gain important skills and guidance, helping them handle digital challenges and understand online safety better. The course boosts independence and reduces stress by explaining technology clearly.
Did you know?
- Digital literacy reduces stress and promotes independence, particularly in older adults.
- Learning new technology skills can reduce cognitive decline and improve mental well-being.
