From Stuck to Free: How Pain Reprocessing Therapy Helps You Overcome Chronic Back Pain

Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) is an evidence-based approach that has helped many people find relief from chronic back pain. As a PRT coach, I have witnessed firsthand how retraining the brain can lead to true and lasting change for those who struggle with persistent pain.

What Is Pain Reprocessing Therapy?

Pain Reprocessing Therapy is a set of psychological techniques that teach the brain to reinterpret and respond differently to pain signals. Unlike conventional treatments that focus solely on the body, PRT targets the brain’s role in generating and sustaining chronic pain, especially when no clear physical cause remains.

PRT and Chronic Back Pain

Recent clinical trials have shown that PRT is highly effective for chronic back pain. In a randomized controlled study, 98% of participants experienced significant improvement, and two-thirds became pain-free or nearly pain-free following treatment. These benefits persisted one year later, with individuals in the PRT group reporting much lower pain scores than those receiving placebo or usual care. Long-term follow-ups even indicate that relief often lasts for several years.

How PRT Works

PRT’s techniques include:

• Educating clients on the science of pain and the brain’s role in pain processing.

• Cognitive reframing to help clients interpret pain as less dangerous.

• Somatic and exposure exercises to reduce sensitivity and fear of pain.

• Cultivating positive emotions and self-compassion to further reduce suffering.

Why Choose PRT for Back Pain?

PRT can be life-changing for those whose pain remains stubborn despite traditional solutions. It is especially effective for individuals whose pain is not explained by ongoing injury or clear physical disease. By addressing fear, anxiety, and the brain’s learned pain responses, PRT often succeeds where other methods have failed, empowering clients to reclaim their lives.

If you are dealing with unresolved back pain, consider exploring Pain Reprocessing Therapy—a treatment that helps the brain “unlearn” pain and rewires your relationship with discomfort for lasting relief.

Contact me today to learn more!