Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief Courses, NCBTMB Approved, Mary Biancalana

In this webinar, Dr. James Fricton, Pain Specialist, NIH sponsored researcher, Professor Emeritus, and Past President of the IMS will review the concepts, implementation, and reimbursement process for use of transformative care by health professionals to help prevent chronic pain and addiction. Chronic pain is the top reason for people to seek care; the #1 cause of opioid addiction and disability; and the primary driver of healthcare utilization, costing more than cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. The opioid crisis has caused over 500,000 preventable deaths of all ages. The Institute of Medicine and national healthcare leaders recommend that health professionals implement transformative care with self-management training in the care of their pain patients and avoid prescribing opioids. Transformative care integrates patient-centered training with treatment using technology and telehealth coaching.