Chronic Pain Management: The Role of Activity and Support Systems - Dr. Marcus Komann (Pt2)

📰 Did you know that post-operative nausea remains a common issue, affecting up to 20% of patients despite modern prevention methods? Dr. Marcus Komann reveals interesting insights into how different surgeries impact nausea and the vital role of physical activity in managing chronic pain. 🧑‍⚕️💊 In this second episode, Dr. Olli Tikkanen continues his in-depth conversation with Dr. Marcus Komann, diving deeper into the complexities of pain management and recovery. Transitioning from post-surgical pain to the challenges of chronic pain, Dr. Komann discusses the profound impact of chronic pain on daily activities and shares surprising insights from recent studies. The discussion highlights how chronic pain can trap patients in a vicious cycle of inactivity, leading to further health complications, and why even small steps toward increased activity can make a significant difference. Dr. Komann also unpacks the issue of post-operative nausea, revealing why certain surgeries are more likely to cause this uncomfortable side effect and how current prevention methods still fall short. This episode explores the nuances of pain management, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach that includes physiotherapy, psychological support, and social engagement. As the discussion concludes, Dr. Komann offers a glimpse into the future of pain management, where personalized medicine and artificial intelligence are set to play a crucial role in tailoring treatments to individual patients' needs. For researchers, clinicians, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of pain management, this episode is essential listening. ___________________________________________________________ This podcast episode is sponsored by Fibion Inc. | Better Sleep, Sedentary Behaviour and Physical Activity Research with Less Hassle --- Collect, store and manage SB and PA data easily and remotely - Discover ground-breaking Fibion SENS --- SB and PA measurements, analysis, and feedback made easy.  Learn more about Fibion Research --- Learn more about Fibion Sleep and Fibion Circadian Rhythm Solutions. --- Fibion Kids - Activity tracking designed for children. --- Collect self-report physical activity data easily and cost-effectively with Mimove. --- Explore our Wearables,  Experience sampling method (ESM), Sleep,  Heart rate variability (HRV), Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity article collections for insights on related articles. --- Refer to our article "Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Measurements" for an exploration of active and sedentary lifestyle assessment methods. --- Learn about actigraphy in our guide: Exploring Actigraphy in Scientific Research: A Comprehensive Guide. --- Gain foundational ESM insights with "Introduction to Experience Sampling Method (ESM)" for a comprehensive overview. --- Explore accelerometer use in health research with our article "Measuring Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior with Accelerometers ". --- For an introduction to the fundamental aspects of HRV, consider revisiting our Ultimate Guide to Heart Rate Variability. --- Follow the podcast on Twitter https://twitter.com/PA_Researcher Follow host Dr Olli Tikkanen on Twitter https://twitter.com/ollitikkanen Follow Fibion on Twitter https://twitter.com/fibion https://www.youtube.com/@PA_Researcher