The Right Mind Media Group, LLC
The Right Mind Media Group, LLC
Travis Rieder: In Pain
Travis Rieder: In Pain
Travis Rieder: In Pain
Monday 23rd September 2019
Travis Rieder discusses his struggle with opioid dependence and withdrawal, highlighting the need for better pain management in this episode.
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Get the buttons here!Travis Rieder's Battle: Navigating Pain and Opioid Dependence
It's really hard to fully answer what the role of opioids should be in chronic pain, and it's got to be case by case, patient by patient and in the context of pretty careful care.
Imagine waking up after a terrible motorcycle accident, only to find yourself entangled in a web of surgeries and painkillers. This is the reality Travis Rieder faced, leading him down a harrowing path of opioid dependence. In this episode of 'The Right Mind Media Podcast', bioethicist Travis Rieder opens up about his intense struggle with opioid withdrawal, a journey marked by both physical and mental torment known as 'dope sickness'.
Rieder's candid account doesn't just stop at his personal ordeal; he dives into the broader issue of how the medical community handles pain management. You'll hear about the gaps in knowledge and resources when it comes to weaning patients off opioids, and the urgent need for individualized, patient-centric approaches. But it's not all bleak. Rieder also explores alternative treatments that go beyond medication, advocating for a more holistic approach to managing chronic pain.
Whether you're dealing with chronic pain yourself or simply curious about the complexities of the opioid epidemic, this episode offers valuable insights and real-world advice. Join hosts Jon Cohan and Abby Dean as they navigate this compelling discussion with empathy and expertise.