From Andrew D. Huberman Ph.D.
@hubermanlab
Curiosity significantly ramps up levels of neural activity in human brain circuits that release dopamine, which in turn, allows deepter, more stable learning, not just of the thing we are curious about but also the information & events that preceded it.Â
This makes curiosity one of the most potent dopamine-promoting & neuroplasticity & learning tools available.Â
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about evidence-based approaches to managing chronic pain and helpful resources.
 Education and Self-Help Resources
Pain and Self-ManagementÂ
Power Over Pain Portal
A free one-stop-shop for online resources related to chronic pain including topics, of mood, mindfulness, movement, nutrition, sleep, stress, substance use, and pain and surgery.Â
Pain U Online
Free online pain management resource from the Toronto Academic Pain Medicine Institute with online modules to help people to learn to manage their pain.tapmipain.ca/patient/managing-my-pain/pain-u-online
Pain+ CPNÂ
Access the latest high-quality research on pain with this free online resource from McMaster University. Articles have been rated by both heath care professionals and people living with chronic pain.
Curable ($)
This online program and app helps people to reduce their symptoms and calm their nervous system.
Manage My Pain App ($)
This online program and app helps people to reduce their symptoms and calm their nervous system. Some features require a paid subscription. managemypainapp.com
Managing Pain Before It Manages You, 4th Ed. ($)
Pain specialist Dr. Margaret Caudill spells out 10 steps to change how you feel physically and emotionally.Â
Micheal G. DeGroote National Pain Centre
Access a wide variety of free resources including guidance on the use of opioids.
Why Things Hurt, Lorimer Mosely
Self-managing and self-management, Patients as Partners
Movement
Active for Health
A free online resource from the HealthLinkBC to support physical activity for all ages and stages and for those with chronic conditions.
Osteoarthritis and Exercise
Learn how to manage osteoarthritis of the hip and knee to reduce your symptoms and improve your mobility with this free online lesson.
Move the Body, Heal the Mind: Overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Dementia and Improve Focus, Creativity, and Sleep ($)
McMaster neuroscientist, Dr. Jennifer Heisz reveals how fitness and exercise can combat mental health conditions.Â
Mental Health
Anxiety Canada
Free online resources based on cognitive behavioural therapy that teach people about anxiety and how to cope.
BounceBack® Canada
A free skill-building program to help people age 15+ and older learn to manage anxiety and depression.
CALM ($)
App with a free trial that provides mindfulness and meditation exercises.
Guided Mindfulness Meditation Practices with Jon Kabat-Zinn
An array of both free and subscription based online resources related to the practice of mindfulness including a meditation app.
Headspace ($)
App with a free trial that guides users through mindfulness and meditation exercises.
Chronic Pain Resources v1| September 2024
Proprioception and balance in midlife and beyond.
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An insightful interview with Rebekah Rotstein, Bone Health Specialist and founder of BuffBones and Dr. Emily Splichal, Functional Podiatrist and founder of Naboso on the critical role of proprioception and balance.
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and discover practical tips to enhance your balance and strengthen your foundation.