In this episode we are joined by GP, Dr John Williamson. John works as a specialist GP in addictions as well as working as a GP in primary care and working for NHS England. John is a trained CBT therapist and has a wealth of experience working with patients experiencing chronic pain in general practice & specialist care.

During this introduction to this complex & intriguing topic, we will explore recognising, diagnosing and managing chronic pain in primary care.

For further information on chronic pain, please check out the following links: - (please ignore the adverts!!)

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/it-rsquo-s-time-to-rethink-the-origins-of-pain/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_3phB93rvI

https://www.curablehealth.com/blog/brain-infographic

https://www.curablehealth.com/infographic/path-out-of-chronic-pain

There is also very useful information & self-help guide to chronic pain in a short book called Overcoming Chronic Pain by Cole & colleagues.

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