ISPI-CE425: Pain, Misunderstood Documentary Trailer

This mini-documentary explores rising rates of persistent pain and the deep suffering it causes. It challenges the medical focus on tissue health by emphasizing that pain is a personal experience shaped by biopsychosocial factors. Rather than relying on surgeries or medications, the film promotes non-pharmacological strategies like education, movement, and relaxation to calm the nervous system. Featuring insights from pain experts and medical providers, it also centers the voices of patients who share their powerful stories of recovery. The documentary calls for a shift toward holistic, individualized care that addresses the full complexity of pain.