The debate that seems to be raging in the pain education science is what type of education benefits patients most. The two major types of education being often discussed in the literature are biomechanics/pathology and pain neuroscience. Is one better than the other ?

Clinicians need to develop their skills in patient-centered communication and develop therapeutic collaboration with patients to achieve meaningful results. The literature clearly shows that better therapeutic outcomes are achieved that way.

In order to support behavior change, clinicians should focus on building intrinsic motivation, promote and honor patient autonomy, increase feeling of competence, and increase social support. Positive psychology and motivational interviewing are two tools clinicians can use to support behavior change.