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Pain Waves

Pain Waves by Pain BC

The Pain Waves podcast by Pain BC is where you can hear leading chronic pain experts and people living with pain discuss the latest pain management research, tools, stories, and trends.Pain BC is a registered health charity that has been leading efforts to improve the lives of people in pain through empowerment, care, education and innovation. Learn more at painbc.ca.DISCLAIMER: The content provided on the show is for informational purposes only and is not professional medical advice, diagnosis,

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The Canadian Pain Task Force: The latest on best...

Pain Waves ·

2020/11/27

The Canadian Pain Task Force is an external advisory body that has been helping the Government of Canada better understand and address the needs of people living with chronic pain since its inception in March of 2019. The Task Force recently delivered its second report - Working together to better understand, prevent and manage pain: What we heard - to Health Canada following extensive consultations from July 2019 through August 2020 with people who live with, or have an interest in, chronic pain.In

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82:26

The connections between pain, substance use and overdose

Pain Waves ·

2020/10/31

While the link between chronic pain and the BC overdose crisis may not be widely understood, unmanaged pain can be a significant driver of substance use. In fact, nearly half of those who have died of overdose in BC had sought help to manage pain in the year prior to their death.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Alexis Crabtree from the BC Centre for Disease Control – known as the BCCDC – and Kim Williams, a person with pain who is in recovery from substance use,

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50:56

Pain Support and Wellness Groups: A free online...

Pain Waves ·

2020/10/01

Many people living with pain find peer support programs help them to feel heard and understood, and reduce their feelings of isolation and helplessness that often accompany pain.In this month's episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we discuss how our free Pain Support and Wellness Groups are providing people in pain with opportunities to meet regularly online and build a community of support while learning about pain management and sharing coping strategies. We're joined by a number of different guests

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58:37

Orofacial pain: As told by two dental experts

Pain Waves ·

2020/07/31

Orofacial pain – pain that occurs in the mouth, jaw, face, or head – impacts approximately 22-26% of the population but is not always well understood due to the complex structures and functions involved in the region.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by dental experts PJ Murphy and Alberto Babiloni to learn about what orofacial pain is, influencing factors and underlying health conditions that can make orofacial pain worse, and common treatment and management options

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78:12

The connections between pain and sleep

Pain Waves ·

2020/07/01

People who live with chronic pain commonly report experiencing issues with sleep and, conversely, poor sleep can make it more difficult to manage pain.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by two experts, Dr. Josh Rash and Dr. Gilles Lavigne, to learn about how pain and sleep impact each other, sleep disorders that are common among people in pain, and what common treatment and management options exist for people with chronic pain who experience disturbances in

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61:42

How COVID-19 and physical distancing are impacting...

Pain Waves ·

2020/05/01

The current public health emergency has created a challenging situation for most people, but it is especially difficult for people who already live with complex health conditions like chronic pain.On this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we listen to the lived experiences of five people with chronic pain from across Canada as they share how COVID-19 is impacting their ability to manage pain, well-being and other aspects of daily life.Resources mentioned in this episode:- Pain BC's support

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25:50

Catastrophizing: How it relates to pain and the...

Pain Waves ·

2020/04/01

When dealing with an unfamiliar or stressful situation like the current coronavirus pandemic, it's not uncommon to think of the worst possible outcomes, which is sometimes referred to as "catastrophizing". While catastrophizing can lead to increased feelings of stress and anxiety for people who already live with complex health conditions, it can also be a useful tool when well-managed.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Bronnie Lennox Thompson, a world-renowned

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42:02

How two Canadian initiatives are advancing children’s...

Pain Waves ·

2020/02/29

Canada is known as a world leader in children’s pain research, yet it often takes a long time for emerging evidence to make its way into standard clinical practice.On this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Katie Birnie, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at the University of Calgary and a clinical psychologist at Alberta Children’s Hospital. She talks to us about the important work that is underway to advance how

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68:37

How the Canadian Pain Task Force is identifying and...

Pain Waves ·

2020/01/29

In this special episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we share a recent episode from the Pain Talk podcast. Hosted by Dr. Maureen Allen, a palliative and emergency care physician in Nova Scotia, Pain Talk brings together experts who study and support individuals living with persistent pain.In this two-part episode, Dr. Allen speaks to Canadian Pain Task Force co-chairs, Maria Hudspith and Dr. Fiona Campbell, to learn more about what the Task Force is doing to identify and address the barriers that

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28:50

DTES Chronic Pain Service: New program provides...

Pain Waves ·

2019/12/31

When chronic pain is complicated by factors such as poverty, poor mental health, substance use or trauma, it can further limit a person’s ability to access health care.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by William Bateman to learn about Vancouver Coastal Health’s new pilot program. The Downtown Eastside Chronic Pain Service is a first-of-its-kind program that provides non-pharmacological pain management support to people living with pain in Vancouver who experience

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39:07

National Pain Awareness Week: The lived experiences...

Pain Waves ·

2019/11/09

With chronic pain impacting the lives of 1 in 5 Canadians, National Pain Awareness Week provides a critical opportunity to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and advocate for change in the way pain is understood and managed for millions of Canadians.People living with pain play a vital role in raising the profile of chronic pain, so on this month’s episode of the Pain Waves Podcast, we’re joined by patient advocates Jason and Jennifer. They speak about their experiences with pain, its many impacts on

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61:04

Pediatric pain: Managing impacts on children and...

Pain Waves ·

2019/11/01

While it’s becoming known that 1 in 5 British Columbians lives with chronic pain, it may come as more of a surprise that persistent pain is also common in children.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Sue Bennett and Dr. Erin Moon, who are both registered psychologists at BC Children’s Hospital. They talk to us about pediatric pain, how pain can affect growth and development in children, and the impacts of childhood pain on parents. They also share insights and

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27:31

BC ECHO for Chronic Pain: Improving pain care for...

Pain Waves ·

2019/10/01

People living with pain often experience many barriers to care, including long waitlists and long travel distances to see a health care provider with specialized training in pain. These barriers can be overcome through improving the availability of high-quality pain education for health care providers, particularly in rural and remote areas. In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Drs. Naj Mian and Rodica Janz, who speak to us about Pain BC’s new education program. The BC

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45:42

Patient advocacy: Using your story to create...

Pain Waves ·

2019/08/01

Living with chronic pain can be overwhelming and isolating, but sharing your story with others has the power to influence a new understanding of pain and how to manage it, and can help with providing a voice for other people living with pain.On this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Joletta Belton, a person with lived experience who has been advocating for people in pain since 2010. She shares her personal experiences and draws upon how she’s been able to redefine her story

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56:35

Coaching for Health: A free phone-based coaching...

Pain Waves ·

2019/06/06

Living with chronic pain can be overwhelming, but it can help to have someone to talk to who understands what it's like and can support you in taking control back of your life.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we discuss how our free Coaching for Health program is helping people with pain learn self-management skills, regain function and improve their well-being. We’re joined by Dorota Hedzelek, Pain BC’s Director of Support Services, who provides a detailed discussion on what the

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48:36

Changes to ICBC accident benefits: A care and...

Pain Waves ·

2019/05/01

ICBC recently announced major changes to their accident benefits coverage as of April 1, 2019. Since car accidents can be a significant driver for developing chronic pain, it’s important to know how these changes will impact care and recovery in the event of an accident.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Vito Albanese, the Senior Director of Claims Strategy and Programs at ICBC, who walks us through the major changes that have taken place for claims, why these changes

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33:32

Rethinking pain: Using movement as an educational...

Pain Waves ·

2019/04/01

On today’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Neil Pearson, a renowned physiotherapist, clinical assistant professor and yoga therapist, to talk about how understanding pain in a different way can help improve our process for self-care and managing pain when it persists. We also introduce our collaborative Gentle Movement and Relaxation Course, a free online course that will equip health care providers in BC with knowledge and resources to lead their own movement and relaxation

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29:58

Maintaining sex and intimacy with chronic pain: Tips...

Pain Waves ·

2019/03/01

Sex and intimacy can both be impacted by chronic pain, but they aren't topics that are always easily discussed with health care providers. In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by physiotherapist Sarah Haag, who specializes in pelvic pain and women’s and men’s health. She provides us with a discussion on how chronic pain can impact sex and intimacy, the role of specialized physiotherapists in helping patients with pain who wish to reengage in sex, and practical tips for

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22:31

Brief Action Planning: A tool to set meaningful goals...

Pain Waves ·

2019/01/01

A new year can often be seen as a source for inspiration, whether it be a change in personal habits, setting new goals or refocusing our attention on certain aspects of our lives. On today’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Connie Davis from the Centre for Collaboration Motivation and Innovation to talk about brief action planning (BAP), a self-management support technique that uses a structured step-by-step process to help people set realistic goals and make concrete action plans

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38:35

Sound Therapy as a Pain Management Tool

Pain Waves ·

2018/12/01

Music can be therapeutic in many situations, but recent research suggests it may be especially beneficial for people living with chronic pain.In this episode of the Pain Waves podcast, sound designers and researchers Mark Nazemi and Maryam Mobini talk to us about the benefits of sound therapy and how it can play a role in pain management. They also discuss developing their app, to:Resonate, a platform through which they will create and share music grounded in neuroscience to help people manage their

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