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BITESIZE | How To Heal Chronic Pain | Dr Howard Schubiner #447
Apr 25, 2024
Dr. Howard Schubiner, Director of the Mind Body Medicine Center in Michigan and author of Unlearn Your Pain, dives into the fascinating link between chronic pain and brain function. He challenges the notion that pain is solely a physical ailment, revealing how our brains actually create the sensation of pain. Schubiner discusses the impact of emotional and psychological factors on pain perception and introduces techniques like mindfulness to aid healing. He emphasizes that understanding and addressing unresolved emotions can unlock pathways to relief from chronic pain.
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- Chronic pain may stem from neural pathways created by the brain, challenging the idea of physical causes.
- Understanding the brain's role in processing and reacting to pain is crucial for managing chronic pain conditions.
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Understanding Chronic Pain and Its Origins
Chronic pain may not always have a structural cause in the body but can be a result of neural pathways created by the brain. This idea challenges the common belief that all pain stems from physical issues. Even with acute pain, the brain plays a pivotal role in determining the intensity and persistence of the sensation.
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