which means far fewer side effects. Patients unable to tolerate narcotics when given by mouth, shots or
  intravenously might tolerate drugs given intraspinally.

Supportive Techniques  It is important to look after the emotional and psychological components of pain too. Psychological counseling can help in many ways—finding sources of emotional support, reducing any sense of loneliness and isolation, coming to terms with your situation or planning for the future. Talking with clergy or other trusted spiritual advisers might also reduce anxieties and fears that contribute to your pain.
    Basically, anything that helps you relax can help your efforts at pain control. Relaxation exercises, massage, transcutaneous nerve stimulation, biofeedback, acupuncture and acupressure may all be of help.
    Perhaps surprisingly, one very effective pain control device may be as close as your stereo. Music has been rated to have an analgesic effect twice that of a plain background sound. So listen to your favorite musical works and artists. Music can help you relax, raise your spirits, give you great joy and help you control your pain.