The Psychological Science of Pain Relief and Opioid Reduction

In this session the science of the intersection between psychological factors, pain, and relief will be reviewed. Nocebo and pain catastrophizing will be highlighted as therapeutic targets for pain control, opioid analgesia, and enhanced treatment response. Attendees will learn about cutting edge research that is leading to patient centered pain treatment, and precision pain care via targeted interventions. (Recorded at PAINWeek 2018)