In the beginning of this journey I experienced the most pain to date and I didn't have a clue what to do. That makes it impossible to answer your exact question but I do have similar experiences with less severe pain.

There have been nights that I could not sleep because my burning sensations were too strong. I put on my headphones while lying down in bed and listened to one of my relaxation CD's. Some time later I realized I had been asleep and my sensations were gone.

I do believe relaxation meditation CD's can effect symptoms. Stress is a huge contributor and imo anything you can do to alleviate it is helpful. I think keeping the body and mind calm while flaring can help shorten flares. Stressing about what's going on will only make it worse as I have personally experienced.