The Dose: December 2024
Research Roundup??
Standard MRI imaging can be used to spots changes in the brain and spinal cord linked to chronic pain.?
Why it matters: This could mean earlier and more accurate treatment plans. Think beyond symptoms and start seeing what's happening inside your patients' bodies.?
Research shows you can predict chronic pain risk just three days after an injury with brain imaging and psychological/psychophysical testing.?
Why it matters: Early awareness lets you step in with treatments before chronic pain takes hold, shifting the focus from curing chronic pain to preventing it—a much simpler feat.?
Lack of sleep made pain worse during COVID-19, especially in those with depression and chronic conditions.?
Why it matters: Asking about and addressing sleep can be a simple yet powerful addition to patient care plans. Better sleep means less pain and better mental health.?
Expert Opinion Interview?
Dr. Schopmeyer, a leading pain management expert at the San Francisco VA, shares practical, immediate strategies for clinicians to engage patients in self-managing their pain through personal storytelling.
Discover how to drive active patient involvement for more effective pain management.
A Dose of Humor? ?
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Have a happy holiday season!
Your PAINWeek Team