Banner image

Transforming pain shared medical visit

If you suffer from chronic pain, you may benefit from learning alternative methods to controlling that pain through the Transforming Pain Shared Medical Visit program at the Penny George Institute for Health and Healing.

The Transforming Pain Shared Medical Visit is a non-drug approach that teaches you skills as a way to reduce chronic pain. Combining the latest evidenced-based neuroscience understanding of chronic pain with the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), this program uses group synergy, mindfulness, tai chi, qi gong and education to reduce your pain and improve your quality of life. The program consists of eight weekly visits of 2.5 hours. There is also one follow-up appointment approximately 8 weeks after program completion.

Find

Learn more

What it is

This is series of 2.5 hour visits that occur once a week for eight weeks. The visits are group visits, with up to seven other people in attendance at the same time as you. You and the group will learn new practices and develop new habits for coping with your pain.

Choose heading

Each week you will have a one-on-one visit with a medical provider followed by the group visit. A new topic is covered each week. Between visits you will have homework and the chance to practice new ways to reduce your pain, including mind-body movement such as tai chi and qi gong. As a group you will be able to share your experience with the other members and learn from them as you go through this process together.

Good for treating

Chronic pain

Good to know

Two providers lead the Transforming Pain group: an acupuncturist trained in traditional Chinese medicine and a provider trained in Western medicine. The provider will bill your insurance using evaluation & Management codes, which are usually covered by insurance.

Source: Penny George Institute for Health and Healing
Reviewed by: Penny George Institute for Health and Healing

First published: 1/10/2020
Last reviewed: 1/3/2020

Allina Health Everyday Clinic

This is a retail clinic location. We offer basic services for minor injuries and illnesses for patients 18 months and older. We do not see visits for workers' or injury compensation.

From the list below, please select the condition that best describes what you would like to be seen for. If you do not see what you are looking for, please visit an Urgent Care location or schedule a visit with your primary care provider.
I do not see my condition

Everyday On Wheels

Everyday On Wheels mobile clinic is not wheel chair accessible due to the size of the vehicle. Patients should be able to safely climb a short set of stairs to enter the mobile clinic.

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time and have your mobile phone available for the provider to contact you when they are ready to see you.
I agree to these conditions

Have you been to an Allina Health clinic or hospital before?

If you're not sure, choose No.
Yes No

Who is this appointment for?

Adult
18 years and older.
 Child
0-17 years.

What’s the reason for your visit?

Only these primary care appointments can be scheduled online. For all other appointments or with any questions, call 1-888-425-5462.
Physical
Exam and review of health, including screenings.
 Office visit
Care for illness, injury or specific concerns.

What’s the reason for your visit?

Only these primary care appointments can be scheduled online. For all other appointments or with any questions, call 1-888-425-5462.
Well-child visit
Checkup of child's growth and development.
 Office visit
Care for illness, injury or specific concerns.