Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
28. Pain and Recovery
28. Pain and Recovery
28. Pain and Recovery
Monday 11th September 2023
Dr. John Keenan and Sonia Del Tredici explore the impact of chronic pain on addiction recovery and discuss holistic treatment approaches in this insightful episode.
38 minutes
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Author:
Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
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Categories:
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Treating substance use disorder alone does not fully address pain interference in a patient's life
- A multidisciplinary approach is essential for addressing chronic pain in patients with substance use disorder
- Realistic expectations should be set for both patients and healthcare providers
- The study reveals the vulnerability of adults with moderate to severe pain interference, irrespective of active or remitted substance use disorder
- Insights into the trends of smoking and e-cigarette use provide valuable information for listeners
Treating substance use disorder to induce remission alone is unlikely to address the pain interference in that person's life, especially the physical and mental well-being that that can take on them.
Pain and recovery from substance use disorder are deeply intertwined, and this episode of the Addiction Medicine Journal Club dives right into that complex relationship. Dr. John Keenan and Sonia Del Tredici explore a pivotal study on how chronic pain continues to affect individuals even after they've achieved remission from substance use disorder. The research underscores a critical point: simply treating the addiction doesn't magically make the pain disappear.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the nuances of pain management in addiction recovery. You'll find yourself nodding along as they discuss the vulnerabilities of adults who suffer from moderate to severe pain interference, regardless of whether their substance use disorder is active or in remission. It’s a sobering reminder that recovery is multifaceted and requires a holistic approach. But that's not all. Dr.
Keenan and Del Tredici also touch on some hot topics like the rise of flavored e-cigarettes and Sweden's impressive strides toward becoming the first smoke-free country in Europe. They even share insights from a listener-submitted article about mortality among homeless adults in Boston, painting a broader picture of the many challenges faced by those dealing with addiction. If you're looking for a podcast that combines rigorous research with practical insights, this episode has got you covered.
Tune in to get a deeper understanding of how chronic pain and addiction recovery intersect, and why a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective treatment.