Virtual Didactic - Placebo & Nocebo: Implications for PM&R presented by Mary Alexis Iaccarino, MD-Virtual Didactic- Placebo & Nocebo: Implications for PM&R Led by Mary Alexis Iaccarino, MD

Virtual Didactic- Placebo & Nocebo: Implications for PM&R Led by Mary Alexis Iaccarino, MD

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The video is a presentation on the topic of placebos and their effects on patients. The speaker discusses the history of placebos and how they have evolved over time. They explain that placebos are not just empty pills, but any treatment that does not have a direct therapeutic effect on the body, but can still produce a benefit in certain situations. The speaker discusses the physiological effects of placebos, such as their impact on autonomic responses, hormonal levels, and even immunological factors. They also explore the role of expectation and conditioning in the placebo effect. The speaker highlights the importance of understanding and harnessing the power of the placebo effect in clinical practice and research. They discuss the potential ethical considerations of using placebos and touch on the role of genetics in placebo responses. The presentation concludes with a discussion on how to communicate placebos to patients and the importance of setting expectations in a transparent and ethical manner. Overall, the speaker emphasizes the significant and complex role of placebos in medical treatment and encourages further exploration of their potential benefits. The presentation is informative and provides valuable insights into the topic of placebos. No credits were mentioned in the transcript.

Keywords

placebos

effects on patients

history of placebos

physiological effects

expectation and conditioning

power of placebo effect

clinical practice

ethical considerations

genetics in placebo responses

communicating placebos