Pain Science Education
Webinar: Help Your Patients Achieve Nutrition Goals to Manage Pain with Rose Pignataro, PT, DPT, PhD
Feb 22, 2025
Rose Pignataro, a leading researcher and physical therapist at Emory & Henry University, discusses how nutrition can alleviate chronic pain. She emphasizes dietary changes to reduce inflammation and the importance of personalized nutrition plans. Motivational interviewing techniques are highlighted as essential for supporting patients' dietary adherence. Pignataro also addresses the emotional challenges in managing chronic conditions and the need for interprofessional collaboration to empower patients in their health journeys.
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Quick takeaways
- Nutrition is critical in managing chronic pain, with specific dietary changes capable of reducing inflammation and improving pain outcomes.
- Addressing barriers to dietary adherence, such as misinformation and personal preferences, is essential for supporting patients' nutritional changes and commitment.
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The Link Between Nutrition and Chronic Pain
Nutrition plays a crucial role in managing chronic pain, with evidence demonstrating that specific dietary changes can reduce inflammation and pain outcomes. A focus on evidence-based nutrition strategies, such as whole-food, plant-based diets, can target central nervous system sensitization, a common mechanism in chronic pain. By adjusting diet, individuals may optimize their nutrition and impact their nociceptive signaling, which regulates how pain is perceived. Understanding the direct correlation between nutrition and health outcomes can empower patients to make informed dietary choices that promote pain relief.
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