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POGP website (specialist professional group for women's health physiotherapists)
For difficulties which are commonly experienced alongside long-term pain (e.g. depression, anxiety and sleep problems)
Mindfulness is an approach which some people with long-term pain find helpful.
The skill of mindfulness is learnt through meditation. There are a wide range of resources available.
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