In this episode Dr Annalisa Manca and I explore Chronic Pain, what is it and how we can manage it. Dr Annalisa Manca is trained in PRT - Pain Reprocessing Therapy and dives deep into Neuroplastic Pain and Pain Management techniques.
Annalisa is THE ONLY training therapist in PRT in Ireland and NI.
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As always, find me on Instagram: @allthingscarla / @wildflowco if you'd like to see what else i've been up to or to discuss working with me.
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A recommended book by Dr Annalisa Manca:
“The Way Out” by Alan Gordon
Recommended The App: Curable App
Learn more at: https://www.painreprocessingtherapy.com