Understanding Central Sensitization: Effective Pain Management Strategies

Join Dr. Dan and Justine, a pain coach, on this episode of 'It's Not In Your Head' podcast as they delve into the complexities of managing various aspects of chronic pain, particularly central sensitization, its causes, and various treatment strategies. You'll gain practical advice on how to identify symptoms and consequences, as well as address the neuroinflammation itself and what is driving it. They also get into how to most effectively choose the right care team for the types of pain you have, as well as how to select the most optimal footwear for various situations. Whether you're a patient or provider, this episode offers valuable insights into improving the quality of life for those looking to better manage chronic pain.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:46 Q&A: Treating Central Sensitization

01:12 Understanding Central Sensitization Inventory

01:42 Neuroinflammation and Its Drivers

07:17 Consequences of Neuroinflammation

09:13 Managing Orthostatic Intolerance and POTS

12:57 Questions to Ask When Building Your Care Team

15:36 Understanding Central Sensitization and Pain Response

16:18 Strategies for Managing Sensitization

16:55 Medications and Treatments for Neuroinflammation

17:42 Long COVID and Central Sensitization

18:21 The Role of Conservative Therapies

18:47 Addressing Anxiety, Depression, and Deconditioning

19:42 Where's the Sensitization Threshold

22:15 Footwear and Pain Management

23:48 Orthotics and Biomechanics

29:33 Concluding Thoughts and Advice

Resources

www.iniyh.com/episodes/ep-35-AUA-3

www.resilientwarriorcoachingllc.com

www.drdanbates.com.au