In this episode Dr. Ashley Rath speaks with Dr. Luana Colloca, a leading scientist in placebo research and neurobiology of belief. 🌟 They dive into the profound effects of the placebo phenomenon, exploring how belief, trust, and hope can alter the brain and improve pain management and clinical care. 🧠🔬 Dr. Colloca shares her journey from medicine to neuroscience and bioethics, discussing groundbreaking research on placebo responses at the neuronal level. 🩺🧬 The conversation also delves into the potential of virtual reality as a non-drug intervention for pain management and how mindset and expectations can significantly impact healing processes. 🎧🩹 Tune in to learn about the power of belief, the science of healing, and innovative approaches to pain management.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:49 Meet Dr. Lou Anna Koka01:53 Dr. Koka's Journey into Neuroscience03:18 The Power of Placebo07:57 Mindset and Healing24:39 Virtual Reality in Pain Management38:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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📲 Find Ashley Online → [www.drashleyrath.com]
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