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Knowledge of current best evidence in the pain sciences, including definitions, epidemiology, and current theories of persistent pain.
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Understanding of the impacts of pain on society.
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Utilize pain science research to outline more effective ways to interact and treat patients with pain.
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Understanding of current evidence-based frameworks on persistent pain to enhance practice skills and improve patient outcomes.
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Ability to identify the person requiring a shift from routine treatment.
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Understanding of how existing manual and practical skills can be effectively modified to improve patient outcomes.
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Ability to develop rapport and work effectively with chronic pain patients.
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Increase the practitioner’s understanding of pain self-management and to improve their ability to teach pain self-management to their clients.
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Use case studies to emphasize key points and discuss treatment options.