The agony of chronic pain is a huge burden on many,\xa0on\xa0both a personal and societal level.\xa0Today, in\xa0part one\xa0of Holistic Pain Management,\xa0we welcome back Ananda Mahoney, an expert in the assessment and treatment of pain.\xa0In this episode,\xa0Ananda\xa0takes us through the neurobiology and theories of pain, various assessment tools and the issues of pain in our society. Ananda\xa0also discusses\xa0what worsens and what alleviates the sensation of pain, and we'll gain some insight into integrative treatments which can offer help, especially when orthodox measures fail to relieve pain.\nFind out more: www.fxmedicine.com.au\n*****DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.*****