{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Ditch The Labcoat","title":"Treatments for Patients with Central Sensitivity Syndromes with Dr Ric Arseneau","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3372,"description":"DISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.       Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. Welcome to another episode of \"Ditch the Lab Coat with Dr. Mark Bonta,\" where we critically examine health issues with a scientific lens, always reminding our listeners that this podcast does not replace professional medical services. Today, we delve into Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Ric Arseneau, an expert on chronic conditions like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.In this episode, Dr. Arseneau tackles the many misconceptions medical students and residents often hold about fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, two conditions frequently dismissed as mere psychological issues. He highlights the importance of recognizing these ailments as legitimate medical conditions and discusses the challenges patients face, both from the healthcare system and societal perceptions.Dr. Arseneau provides an in-depth look at the nature of central sensitivity syndromes and their treatments, advocating cognitive behavioral therapy and other behavioral therapies. He notes the crucial role of attitude over mere...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/78KYjXFcQ3Y2OZVU5tCcoRPK0Vf5k9E3baHbhaZSKZo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iN2Yy/MGNhMDc5M2U1MTU2/NTI4ZjNiZjhhNmRl/NzBmOC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}