Brain vs Body? How Emotions Shape Pain – With Dr. Mark Lumley
The Modern Pain Podcast
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Integrating Mind and Body in Pain Management
This chapter explores the balance between neurocentric approaches and traditional pain management, advocating for a holistic understanding that considers both brain function and bodily pathologies. The discussion highlights the importance of emotional awareness and the challenges faced in providing accessible pain care, while critiquing the dualism that limits practitioners from addressing psychological and physical aspects of pain. Emphasis is placed on adapting treatment practices to diverse populations and socioeconomic circumstances, urging for improved collaboration and education within the field.
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