Psychological distress increases with the intensity of cancer pain. Cancer pain is often under-reported and under-treated for a variety of complex reasons, partly due to a number of beliefs held by patients, families and healthcare professionals. There is evidence that cognitive behavioural techniques that address catastrophising and promote self-efficacy lead to improved pain management. Group format pain management programmes could contribute to the care of cancer survivors with persistent pain. Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists have an important role in the management of cancer pain and have specific skills which enable them to be both patient-focused and holistic. Therapists utilise strategies.
