In this exclusive RELIEF interview, neuroscientist and acupuncturist Vitaly Napadow discusses the evidence for a beneficial effect of acupuncture on pain and how this ancient technique might work.
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Calls to Rename “Pain Catastrophizing” Backed by International Patient-Researcher Partnership
An ongoing initiative is investigating different perspectives on what has become a controversial term, aiming to identify the most suitable replacement.
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Using Males AND Females in Pain Studies: Are Researchers Doing Better?
A review of the scientific literature published since 2015 reveals a better balance in the number of male vs. female animals in pain research, yet the existing literature still shows a deep male bias.
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Anesthetics Turn Off Pain – But Not Only Because They Put You to Sleep
Isoflurane and ketamine suppress pain via nerve cells in a brain structure called the central amygdala.
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“Pain Doesn’t Stay in a Lane” — The Many Factors That Contribute to Musculoskeletal Pain
In this RELIEF podcast, Dr. Steven George explains what the biopsychosocial model of pain is, how attention to the psychological aspects of pain can be factored into the treatment of musculoskeletal pain, the importance of pain education and patient self-management, and much more.