Understanding and managing pain

 

Prof Toby Newton-John is a Professor of Clinical Psychology and a practising Clinical Psychologist. In this video, Prof Newton-John discusses why we feel pain, the impacts of chronic pain, and the importance of pain management in maintaining quality of life.

In September 2023, Mito Foundation hosted a Mito Connect Call focused on understanding pain. Download the Understanding Pain PowerPoint for additional information, including pain management techniques.

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