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Management of Chronic Pain: Getting to the Root of Persistent Pain

Management of Chronic Pain: Getting to the Root of Persistent Pain

Update: 2016-06-14
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Pain has an astounding effect on the individual, their family, and society as a whole. It affects over 50 million Americans; it doesn't discriminate, and gets worse as we age. Dr. Sean Mackey, MD, PhD, discusses why diagnosing and finding the root of chronic pain is essential to treating it. He'll also discuss why integrating different approaches from drugs to exercise can improve quality of life for many patients.
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Management of Chronic Pain: Getting to the Root of Persistent Pain

Management of Chronic Pain: Getting to the Root of Persistent Pain

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