In this episode we are joined by GP, Dr John Williamson. John works as a specialist GP in addictions as well as working as a GP in primary care and working for NHS England. John is a trained CBT therapist and has a wealth of experience working with patients experiencing chronic pain in general practice & specialist care.
During this introduction to this complex & intriguing topic, we will explore recognising, diagnosing and managing chronic pain in primary care.
For further information on chronic pain, please check out the following links: - (please ignore the adverts!!)
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/it-rsquo-s-time-to-rethink-the-origins-of-pain/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_3phB93rvI
https://www.curablehealth.com/blog/brain-infographic
https://www.curablehealth.com/infographic/path-out-of-chronic-pain
There is also very useful information & self-help guide to chronic pain in a short book called Overcoming Chronic Pain by Cole & colleagues.
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