A Case in Which Diagnostic Physical Findings Led to Insight into Unrecognized Persistent Psychological Tension: A Psychosomatic Approach to Myofascial Pain in a Patient with Advanced Cancer

January 1, 2026Palliative Care ResearchOpen Access

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To explore a psychosomatic approach to assessing and treating myofascial pain in a patient with advanced cancer.
Conducted a comprehensive evaluation from both psychological and physical perspectives.
Established a strong therapeutic relationship with the patient.
Shared insights among healthcare providers on the patient's dissociative symptoms.
Utilized awareness of persistent muscle tension to help the patient gain insight into their psychological state.
Implemented progressive muscle relaxation techniques to enhance self-care.
The patient achieved greater awareness of the connection between psychological tension and physical symptoms.
Self-care behaviors were encouraged and implemented by the patient.
Episodes of pain significantly decreased following the intervention.

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This case report demonstrates a psychosomatic approach improving myofascial pain in an advanced cancer patient, suggesting a path for treatment.

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