{Kxlg – Watertown, SD} Local doctor in physiotherapy, Eric Fjelheim, recently discussed his new book, “Bread Science & Peace: Innovative Approach to Natural Pain Relief”, in a recent interview with Kxlg News.
Fjeldheim shared its history. He explained that his interest in pain sciences came from personal experience with foot injury and subsequent persistent pain …
This led him to pursue additional knowledge in the field, including a pain grant and years of practice at the Lakes Healthcare System Prairie, where he helped develop Science Center. He is currently Director of the program of the Physiotherapist Assistant Program at Lake Area Technical College.
Fjeldheim described pain as being produced by the nervous system, using the example of touching a hot stove to illustrate how the brain treats sensory information…
He explained why individuals experience different levels of pain, referring to the role of the brain by weighing various factors such as knowledge, the environment, cultural beliefs and past experiences to determine the need for protection.
Fjeldheim explained that the book explores how a nervous system can become overprotective …
Fjeldheim emphasizes the importance of an active approach to pain management and the potential for patients to improve the therapeutic effects of medical treatments thanks to lifestyle choices. Fjeldheim has also discussed the impact of thoughts on the perception of pain, noting that fear can raise awareness of the nervous system. He believes that understanding pain can reduce fear.
Fjeldheim addressed the link between mental health and pain, referring to a study showing similar brain activity in people with chronic pain and those with major depressive episodes …
He stressed the importance of hope and validation of patients. He also briefly discussed the phenomenon of weather conditions affecting pain, mentioning research on changes in barometric pressure sensitizing the nervous system.
Regarding “peace” in the title of the book, Fjeldheim explained that it relates to patients who take up a feeling of control …
Asked about an “ideal patient”, Fjeldheim stressed the importance of 7 to 9 hours of restful sleep, a certain form of movement (even in small start -up) and patients playing an active and collaborative role in their custody with health care providers. He also discussed the importance of preparing health care visits and effectively communicating the context and the impact of their pain.
Fjeldheim approached the scenario of patients wishing to reduce drugs, stressing that this should be done in collaboration with the prescribing doctor, often through opioid programs which aim to reactivate the natural mechanisms of the body’s natural pain.
He also shared a quote from Mark Williams, which is included in the book, stressing the importance of binding friends with the body in the journey to healing …
Fjeldheim said that the Science & Peace pocket book version is $ 7.49. He also mentioned that the book is available for free for those who have Kindle Unlimited. (Link below)
Listen to our full interview below: