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The Modern Pain Podcast

Exploring Pain Science with Paul Ingraham: From Massage Therapy to Scientific Writing

Jul 7, 2024
Former massage therapist turned scientific writer, Paul discusses his journey to pain science writing, challenges faced, and misconceptions in the field. He explores skepticism in pain science, the evolution of pain treatment concepts, and the importance of understanding physiology in managing pain. Listeners gain insights into maintaining integrity in scientific writing and the need for deeper understanding in pain management.
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Quick takeaways

  • Transitioning from massage therapy to scientific writing is a challenging yet rewarding journey.
  • Maintaining integrity in scientific writing may require sacrificing some followers but ensures ethical standards.

Deep dives

Paul Ingram's Journey into Scientific Writing

Paul Ingram, a scientific writing journalist, shared his journey from being a massage therapist to transitioning to full-time science writing. His initial interest sparked his career in scientific writing, leading him to tackle his first debunking article and venture into a journalistic path.

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