Managing Chronic Pain with EFT
Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming, but Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) offers a simple, effective way to find relief. By tapping on specific acupressure points while focusing on your discomfort, EFT helps reduce pain and improve emotional well-being.
Kate McDavid
5/12/20251 min read
The Connection Between Pain and Emotions
Chronic pain isn’t just physical—it often comes with stress, frustration, or sadness. These emotions can intensify the pain by keeping the body in a heightened state of tension. EFT addresses this mind-body connection, helping to break the cycle.
How EFT Helps with Pain
EFT works by calming the nervous system and reducing the emotional charge tied to your pain. This process allows your body to relax more, ease the nervous system, and lessen pain. EFT eases chronic pain by:
• Reducing Pain Intensity: Studies show EFT can lower pain perception by calming the brain’s response to discomfort.
• Improving Coping Skills: EFT helps you process emotions like anger or grief that may increase tension and amplify the pain.
• Reducing Stress: Less stress means less inflammation, which can ease physical symptoms.
A Typical EFT Session for Pain
In an EFT session, you’ll tap gently on specific points on the body while acknowledging your pain and related emotions. This combination engages your mind and body to work together to release tension and lessen the pain. With EFT, you can gain some control over your experience, reduce pain, and find more peace in both body and mind.