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Articles about 'Medical conditions'

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Mind and mood — how psychosocial factors shape recovery from surgery

contributorLauren Finestone

Research shows that our emotional and mental state can influence how well we heal and bounce back from surgery.

Back on track — the use of mental health services by workers with low back pain

contributorLauren Finestone

Early mental health services can accelerate recovery, improve function and improve return-to-work outcomes for workers with low back pain.

The RESTORE study reinforces the benefits of cognitive functional therapy for back pain

contributorLauren Finestone

A recent study into a new approach called Cognitive Functional Therapy offers hope for those with disabling and persistent low back pain.

Shouldering the load — what education patients with rotator cuff pain want

contributorLauren Finestone

A study shows what people who have rotator cuff-related shoulder pain want when it comes to education about their condition.

Self-managing pain — websites and other tools for healthcare and RTW practitioners

contributorLauren Finestone

Not everyone with persistent pain conditions can access specialised pain services. How effective are websites as a tool to help them manage their pain?

Supporting self-management of long-term conditions — the ‘who for’, ‘who by’, ‘what works’ and ‘how’

contributorLauren Finestone

It is now accepted that self-management is critical for people with chronic conditions. But what works best? And for which conditions? A comprehensive review of the evidence gives healthcare providers some ideas.

Upper extremity overuse and RTW

contributorFriyana Bhabha

Two-thirds of workers with upper extremity overuse experience a recurrence of pain after RTW. How can employers reduce the risk?

Whiplash and physical fitness

contributorHannah Bourne

Do fit people recover from whiplash more quickly?

More than just pain

contributorFriyana Bhabha

People with chronic pain often suffer from other health problems, including anxiety and depression. Increased visits to the GP are likely too.

The world's best look at neck pain

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

The Task Force on Neck Pain was a major undertaking, seeking to review and summarise information on neck pain problems, treatments, and what can be done to improve neck pain outcomes. Over a decade on, it’s messages are still relevant.

Knowledge empowers people with neck pain

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Improved understanding about neck problems helps sufferers worry less, and focus more on what can be done to improve the situation. It also helps treaters, workplaces, insurers and policy makers.

A story of hope for people living with persistent pain — Part 2: How movement and breathing can help back pain

contributorLauren Finestone

A podcast conversation between Dr. Rangan Chatterjee and Professor Peter O'Sullivan is a valuable resource for anyone dealing with back pain. In Part 2 of our 3-part summary of this conversation, O'Sullivan discusses the importance of relaxation

A story of hope for people living with persistent pain — Part 1: The mind-body connection in back pain

contributorLauren Finestone

A podcast conversation between Dr. Rangan Chatterjee and Professor Peter O'Sullivan is an important resource for anyone dealing with back pain.

Webinar recording — Chronic Pain in Claims

contributorKathy Hubble

Kathy Hubble of Amelio Health, delves into the nature of chronic pain, explores approaches to its management, and offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals, claims managers, and anyone involved in supporting individuals with chronic pain condi