Join Dr Andrea Furlan they discuss one thing they want people challenged by pain to know about.

In this informative podcast, chronic pain specialist Andrea Furlan discusses the difference between acute pain and chronic pain and why treating them requires different approaches. Andrea uses an analogy of a house alarm system to explain the functioning of the pain system in our body and how chronic pain can arise from a malfunctioning pain system. She emphasizes the need for doctors and healthcare professionals to recognize and diagnose nociplastic pain, a relatively new concept that is often overlooked.

Andrea Furlan is a renowned pain specialist and Professor of medicine at the University of Toronto. She has extensive experience in managing chronic pain and has authored numerous publications in the field. Her message in this podcast is one of hope for those who suffer from chronic pain, as she emphasizes that this type of pain is treatable and curable with the right approach. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone challenged by chronic pain, as Andrea provides valuable insights and information that can help improve their quality of life.

The transcript is available at onething.painsci.org

Season Three of One Thing is powered by the Australian Pain Society.

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