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Exploring Cutting-Edge Research for Chronic Pain Relief
TLDR Chronic pain, which is generated by the brain and fueled by emotions and memory, can be effectively reduced through cognitive techniques and therapy that helps patients understand that the pain is not a signal of danger in the body. Researchers are exploring innovative research to provide relief for those suffering from chronic pain.
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Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide, with no known cure and limited treatment options.
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Chronic pain is believed to be generated by the brain, not the body, and researchers are exploring cutting-edge research that may provide a way out for those suffering from chronic pain.
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Chronic pain is often generated by the brain, even when there is no physical injury or damage to the body.
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Chronic pain is different from regular pain because it is fueled by emotions and memory, rather than physical injury or damage to the body.
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Chronic pain can be caused by the brain and emotions, and can be unlearned through cognitive techniques.
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Chronic pain can be caused by a cycle of pain and fear, and a new therapy aims to break this cycle by helping patients understand that the pain is not a signal of danger in the body.
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A therapy that helps patients understand that their pain is not a signal of danger in the body has been found to be effective in reducing pain, with 66% of patients reporting that their pain was gone or nearly gone after the treatment.
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A patient who went through an online version of Alan's program learned to practice accepting and redefining his pain, breaking the pain fear cycle and ultimately experiencing a significant reduction in pain.
