From Fixer to Guide: Transforming Your Chronic Pain Treatment

In this episode of the Modern Pain Podcast, host Mark Kargela is joined by Mathilde Kehler to explore the transformative shift from a 'fixer' to a 'coach' in helping patients manage chronic pain. They delve into the importance of positioning the patient as the main character, focusing on their goals, and leveraging their resources rather than just diagnosing and treating symptoms. Mathilde shares her journey from physiotherapy to creating a pain coach program, emphasizing the need for personalized, patient-centered care. The episode highlights the critical role of communication, listening, and effective questioning in pain management, aiming to build patient self-efficacy and meaningful change. They also discuss the challenges and strategies for clinicians transitioning to this approach and the potential future of pain coaching in healthcare systems.***LINKS***Mathilde's WebsiteSmerteguiden Instagram *********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram  -  https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter -  https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness