Episode 88

In this episode Dr. Stader and Dr. Bradley summarize and offer key insights for the following Coaches Top 5 picks discussing updated analyses of tramadol's effectiveness for chronic pain, advances in non-pharmacological pain interventions, comparative effects of preoperative hypnosis versus mindfulness on postoperative symptoms, and more! Tramadol versus placebo for chronic pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis Published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine, October 2025 An update on non-pharmacological interventions for pain relief Published in Cell Reports Medicine, February 2025 Stress, pain intensity, and work productivity in individuals with chronic pain: a cross-sectional observational study Published in BMC Public Health, November 2025 Preoperative Hypnosis versus Mindfulness for Reducing Postoperative Symptoms in Breast Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial Published in Anesthesiology, November 2025 Medicaid Coverage Policy Variations for Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Published in JAMA Network Open, August 2025