Tag: opioids
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Tramadol: Limited Relief for Chronic Pain, with Serious Risk Increases
Overview: Tramadol’s Role in Chronic Pain Management Tramadol, a dual-action opioid commonly prescribed for moderate to severe pain, has long been a staple in clinical guidelines for managing chronic conditions. Yet a comprehensive data synthesis published in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine suggests its benefits may be far more modest than once believed, while the risks…
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Bridging the Gap: Integrating Pain and Mental Health Care at UHN
Overview: A new model for pain and mental health at UHN At University Health Network (UHN), a groundbreaking shift is underway. Dr. Jeffrey Wieskopf joined the organization in 2022 with a clear mission: treat chronic pain and mental health as a single, interconnected system. His work goes beyond managing physical symptoms; it seeks to ease…
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Bridging Pain and Mind: UHN’s Holistic Approach to Chronic Pain and Mental Health
Breaking the Silos: A New Model for Pain and Mental Health Care At Toronto’s University Health Network (UHN), a quiet revolution is underway. Since joining UHN in 2022, Dr. Jeffrey Wieskopf has championed a mission that treats chronic pain and mental health as two sides of the same coin. His approach challenges traditional silos in…