Enhancing Pain Relief: Understanding Trauma Physiology
Course Overview
In this course, participants will explore the intricate connections between trauma, stress, and complex chronic pain, gaining insights in how to transition the body from a state of alarm to a state of ease. The curriculum delves into the psychology behind human behavior, addressing why clients may exhibit noncompliance or self-sabotage that prevent them from moving forward. The course also examines the impact of emotional stress on physical pain, highlighting why some patients remain stuck despite various treatment efforts. Additionally, participants will learn about the role of somatic practices in regulating the nervous system, leading to more effective outcomes for clients experiencing chronic pain. By the end of this course, healthcare professionals will be equipped with the tools and understanding necessary to provide more holistic and effective care.
Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:
- Recall how stress and the vagus nerve impact pain sensitivity.
- Identify how our psychology can impact pain and recovery.
- Define neuroplastic pain and how it can present.
- Define somatics and how to implement it for greater pain relief.
About the Author/Presenter
Jess Mather, CPT, LPTA. SFG, FRCms, FMS, is a strength and rehabilitation professional dedicated to helping individuals experience less limitation, pain, fear, and insecurity in their bodies. With over 13 years of experience, she has supported thousands of clients aged 9 to over 99, witnessing firsthand the body's remarkable ability to adapt, strengthen, and heal. Since 2015, Jess has operated a successful telehealth practice, offering private coaching, courses, and group programs to clients in over a dozen countries. Her expertise extends to educating other therapists and healthcare providers on effectively supporting patients with complex chronic pain, trauma, and stress.
Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
TRC Healthcare/ NetCE
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by TRC Healthcare/ NetCE. TRC Healthcare/NetCE is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Counselor, Nursing, Physician, Psychology, Social Work
Colibri Healthcare
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Massage Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
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