"Self-Healing": A Novel and Integrated Multimodal Concept for the Management of Musculoskeletal Pain

Overview

Journal J Pain Res

Publisher Dove Medical Press

Date 2022 Nov 8

PMID 36345319

Authors

Ali Mobasheri

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Abstract

Background And Objective: Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, particularly low back pain and osteoarthritis, are a leading cause of disability worldwide. The number of people with MSK conditions is set to increase over the coming decades highlighting the need for better tools for both patients and medical practitioners. A recent paper by McSwan, Gudin and co-authors introduces the concept of the innate ability of the body to "self-heal" through five body networks, whilst being optimized by integrative multi-modal medicine and natural remedies ranging from the physical to psychological, that are starting to be incorporated into clinical management and treatment guidelines.

Conclusion: "Self-Healing" is a new concept for MSK pain management and reinforces the potential for integrating multi-modal medicine into current care through open dialogue between patients and healthcare providers.

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PMID: 38347854 PMC: 10860847. DOI: 10.2147/JPR.S432090.

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