Pain myths and facts Archives

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How to Dismiss Women’s Pain

A comic about women's pain, the hurtful myths that get in the way of caring for it, and the research on why that needs to change.

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When Pain Science Caught Up

How Black Healers and Physicians Shaped the Way We Treat Pain Today

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Momwell Podcast: Pain Management During Shots for Kids with Dr. Jody

This episode of the Momwell Podcast dives into a topic close to every parent's heart: helping kids feel confident and calm during medical visits—especially when it comes to needles.

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Jewish Orthodox Women’s Medical Association Podcast: Hurt, Not Harm, Preventing Pain and Trauma with Dr. Jody

Join Dr. Jody Thomas as she dives into the future of pain management, where psychology, proactive strategies, and virtual reality are transforming how we support kids through tough moments. From busting myths to sharing real patient success stories, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to prevent pain and trauma.

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Can holding children down for shots traumatize them? A health psychologist says yes.

I’m a health psychologist and expert in medical illness, trauma, and pain, with 25 years of experience. If I could wipe out any practice that happens on the daily in medicine, VERY high on my list is holding down kids for medical procedures. While science and best practice guidelines from top medical organizations clearly say holding down kids is a terrible idea, it still happens every single day.

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Pain Myths & Facts E-Book

There's a lot of outdated thinking about pain floating around, but thanks to research, we now know better! It turns out that what kids, parents, and providers think they know about pain can sometimes hold us back from making things better. So let's dispel these misconceptions with accurate, evidence-based information and brighten things up with some solid facts!

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How to hack your brain when you’re in pain

"Have we misunderstood pain?" Researcher and physician Amy Baxter unravels the symphony of connections that send pain from your body to your brain, explaining practical neuroscience hacks to quickly block those signals. Her groundbreaking research offers alternatives for immediate pain relief -- without the need for addictive opioids.

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Pain Myth & Fact Poster

This poster busts popular myths about managing pain with real facts backed by evidence. It's a handy resource for healthcare providers and families, helping everyone understand what really works for effective pain management.

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Busting 6 Pain Myths

In this episode, our lived experience pain experts share some of their early misconceptions about pain and challenge Dr. Coakley and Dr. Riley to set the record straight.

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Racial disparities in pain management: How the color of your skin can determine what kind of care you get

Racial bias impacts every aspect of healthcare, including pain treatment. Pretending otherwise perpetuates a system that creates needless suffering. It's time we do better.

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Pain Myths And Facts: How Bad Information Hurts Us All (Literally…)

Knowing the facts instead of the misconceptions can open up opportunities to avoid a whole lot of unnecessary suffering, for you, for your family (and for your patients if you are one of those amazing healthcare providers we love!).

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