Non-Pharmacological & Integrative Pain Management Approaches
Integrative Strategies to Treat Chronic Pain
- Speaker:
- Vanessa Ruiz, ND, RN-BSN
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 57 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
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Sep 13, 2021
- Product Code:
- POS064985
- Media Type:
- Digital Seminar
Description
Chronic pain is so common, but yet pain management can be difficult to treat due to the limited availability of integrative practices with focus on parasitical and medical solutions. Not anymore! In this session, Dr. Vanessa Ruiz, naturopathic physician and integrative therapy expert, will share non-pharmacological and integrative approaches you can incorporate to manage chronic pain. Learn emerging trends in chronic pain management and evidence-based approaches for chronic pain, such as nutrition, supplementation, mindfulness, acupressure, restorative yoga and more. Add tools to your toolbelt to help clients suffering from chronic pain other than medications or surgery!
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Handouts/Brochure
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Non-Pharmacological & Integrative Pain Management Approaches (658.6 KB) | 27 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Vanessa Ruiz, ND, RN-BSN Related seminars and products
Vanessa Ruiz, ND, RN-BSN is a dedicated Naturopathic Physician and Registered Nurse, renowned for her holistic approach to mental health and chronic diseases. With a doctorate from Sonoran University in Tempe, AZ, and honors in nursing from Stony Brook University in NY, Dr. Ruiz blends evidence-based practices with natural treatments to provide comprehensive care for her patients. Her multifaceted background includes clinical research and extensive training in therapeutic modalities such as Homeopathy, Neurofeedback, and Mayan Medicine.
Dr. Ruiz utilizes her expertise in functional nutrition to address chronic illness and the impact of toxic stress on aging. She is deeply committed to improving the quality of life for older adults by tailoring nutrition and lifestyle strategies to enhance longevity and well-being. Her personalized approach to healthcare empowers patients to take control of their health and thrive as they age.
A national speaker on integrative health and resiliency, Dr. Ruiz has trained thousands of healthcare professionals on integrative and functional medicine, known for her ability to distill complex ideas into simple, easy-to-understand concepts for her audience. In this talk, she will share insights into the transformative power of nutrition in promoting healthy aging and managing chronic conditions.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with AZ Trauma Institute, Essential Therapy Training, and Nurses for Natural Health. She is the president of Integrative Wellness Strategies and a consultant with Integrative Mental Health. Dr. Ruiz receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She serves on the advisory board for Evergreen Certifications. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz has no relevant non-financial relationships.
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Objectives
- Determine the components of pain and emerging trends in chronic pain management.
- Integrate cognitive and behavioral strategies such as mindfulness to mitigate and manage pain.
- Utilize integrative strategies such as yoga, nutrition, and acupressure to incorporate for your clients with chronic pain.
Outline
Critical Components of Pain & Emerging Trends in Pain Management- Define components of pain
- Resources and knowledge to address different components of pain
- How to address sensory, affective, cognitive, and psychosocial pain
- Research supporting integrative approaches over medication and/or surgery
- The evidence for mindfulness in addressing chronic pain
- Common mindfulness techniques for self-management of pain
- Cognitive/behavioral strategies in pain management
- Evidence supporting integrative approaches
- Help improve patient relaxation and management of stress
- Holistic and comprehensive strategies:
- Mindfulness
- Acupressure
- Restorative yoga
- Nutrition
- Supplementation
- Breathwork and more…
- Case review
Target Audience
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapy Assistants
- Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Athletic Trainers
- Massage Therapists
- Chiropractors
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