Leveling Up Pain Rehabilitation: Beyond Just Biomedical Approaches

In this conversation, Derek discusses his journey in pain rehabilitation and the challenges faced in providing comprehensive care. He emphasizes the need for prevention and early intervention in pain management, as well as the importance of addressing the biopsychosocial factors that contribute to pain. Derek also shares strategies for introducing new narratives to patients and overcoming barriers to implementing a multidisciplinary approach. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the frontier of pain care and the potential impact of understanding the neuroimmune system on patient care. In this conversation, Derek Griffin discusses the complexity of pain and the challenges of understanding its underlying mechanisms. He emphasizes the importance of bringing complex topics to the patient's context and using relatable examples, such as allergies and the flu, to explain the body's protective responses. Derek also highlights the limitations of pain neuroscience education and the need for a more comprehensive approach to treatment. He discusses the skill set required for psychologically informed care, including active listening, dealing with uncertainty, and acknowledging the patient's expertise. Derek concludes by emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and collaboration in improving patient care.

Derek's X Profile - https://twitter.com/DerekGriffin86

*********************************************************************
📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/

🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/

🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com

____________________________________
Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness

Derek Griffin

Physiotherapist

I am a physiotherapy graduate of the University of Limerick with expertise in the management of patients with complex persistent pain disorders.I hold a first-class honours degree in Physiotherapy and a PhD in the area of low back pain. I am currently working as a clinical specialist physiotherapist at the Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee, Co Kerry. Clinically, I place a strong emphasis on the use of evidence-based practice to ensure optimal treatment outcome. Outside of physiotherapy, I am an experienced long distance runner having completed all six of the world major marathons.