“An important point was missing from the article... there was no mention of a conventional medical evaluation”
Kol hakavod to Racheli Lebovics and Family First for shedding light on the important phenomenon of neuroplastic pain. The approach described in the article is, unfortunately, under-recognized by conventional Western medicine. Mind-body treatment is both empowering and effective in addressing many cases of medically unexplained pain.
That being said, an important point was missing from the article. While the author described Rivka’s visits to a chiropractor and naturopath, there was no mention of a conventional medical evaluation. It’s critical to first rule out structural lesions or other underlying conditions that may be causing pain and require treatment. This should be done through a conventional medical doctor who can thoroughly assess the painful area and order appropriate diagnostic testing to rule out serious structural issues.
As the saying goes, “When in doubt, check it out!” Once a medical evaluation has ruled out any serious illness, mind-body strategies can and should be implemented.
I have personally seen several patients who initially assumed their pain was neuroplastic, only to later discover — through careful diagnostic testing — that a serious medical condition was the underlying cause.
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