The other specific aim of this study was to determine the short- and long-term impact of an intervention on reduction of JPFS symptoms. The intervention was a psychoeducational seminar on JPFS (pain management, diet, exercise and sleep hygiene) followed by a relaxation technique (audio-guided CD). The control group was involved in an educational seminar on skin care (WITHOUT relaxation technique). Study measures were obtained immediately before and after the intervention/control seminars (short-term) and 8 weeks after discharge (long-term). Each group was discharged with a CD player and CD with relaxation technique or skin care seminar. Participants recorded the use of the CD's and completed follow up questionnaires 8 weeks after discharge from the hospital.