Online Course: Benefits and Evidence of Mindfulness Meditation in Chronic Pain Management
Become familiar with the science and evidence supporting mindfulness-based pain relief
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Course instructor:
Shrey Vazir
Shrey is a Registered Physiotherapist and a Mindfulness Meditation Teacher specialising in chronic pain and stress.
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Introduction
Interest in mindfulness meditation has increased exponentially over the past three decades resulting in a rapid growth of research exploring how it works and its associated benefits. Many studies have identified consistent neural changes in the brain following mindfulness practice and noted a number of benefits, including pain reduction. Chronic pain has become a global health problem, causing disability and reduced quality of life while also posing a significant therapeutic challenge. Mindfulness, as a multifaceted, non-pharmacological option for pain relief, has therefore sparked great interest globally. Through the wonder of neuroplasticity, mindfulness has been shown to have a direct impact on our physiology and our psychology, resulting in a calmer and more accepting disposition towards pain and life itself.
Aims
The purpose of this course is to increase your knowledge of the mechanisms of mindfulness and its associated benefits.
Outline
This course is made up of videos, reading, forum posts and a final quiz. The course content is split into the following sections:
- Video
- Reading activity
- Quiz
Target audience
This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.