Psychedelic-Assisted Treatment for Chronic Pain
What is Chronic Pain and how can it be helped?
Chronic pain can be defined as painful sensations that persist for more than three to six months, extending beyond the normal healing time of an injury or illness. Chronic pain is a complex and debilitating condition that profoundly affects physical and mental quality of life, as well as emotional and social well-being. Beyond the initial cause and regardless of its cause and treatment, chronic pain can be sustained by alterations in the neural circuits of the central nervous system. This can lead to hypersensitivity to pain and affect mood. In addition to the sensation of pain itself, symptoms can include constant discomfort, muscle stiffness, and chronic fatigue, as well as sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, and mood swings. This can lead to emotional stress, anxiety, or depression, which in turn intensify both the pain and its perception.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy, combined with specialized psychotherapy, represents an innovative and effective approach that can offer significant relief from the symptoms of chronic pain. Rooted in decades of research and clinical practice, psychotherapy complemented with the administration of psychedelic medications can help modulate pain perception and promote neuroplasticity, facilitating sustained relief that transcends mere symptom management.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy is presented as an innovative and effective alternative with therapeutic potential for addressing both the physical and psychological components of chronic pain. Supported by emerging scientific evidence, this therapeutic approach may represent a path to holistic relief, although results and duration of effects may vary for each patient. It offers a transformative path to holistic and lasting relief.
Our approach to treating Chronic Pain
The psychedelic medications used at Clinica Synaptica act as modulators of the glutamatergic and serotonergic systems, influencing NMDA neuroreceptors and facilitating the reorganization of neuronal circuits involved in pain processing, especially in areas such as the anterior cingulate cortex and the insula. Specialized therapeutic support enhances these neurobiological effects, helping to reduce central hypersensitization and promoting new patterns of pain perception.
Following a clinical evaluation of the suitability of psychedelic therapy, the medication administration sessions and support by our therapeutic team begin at our clinic in Barcelona. The initial analgesic effect provided by the medication, complemented by antidepressant properties, constitute the basic framework of psychotherapeutic support, allowing the patient to explore the emotional dimension of pain, helping to deactivate associated patterns of suffering and develop new coping strategies. Likewise, our therapeutic approach to chronic pain treatment allows us to address the psychological symptoms associated with the condition. In a professional and caring environment, this combination of pharmacological intervention and comprehensive psychotherapeutic support is key to achieving lasting relief from chronic pain and restoring serenity and a dignified quality of life.
Psychotherapists specialising in Chronic Pain in Barcelona
Our multidisciplinary professional team specializes in the treatment of chronic pain through psychedelic-assisted therapy. At Clinica Synaptica, we offer a welcoming, understanding, and supportive environment, where each patient receives a personalized therapeutic plan focused on restoring physical and emotional well-being. We support you in the management of chronic pain, helping you understand the mind-body connection, strengthen your coping resources, and develop effective strategies to improve your daily quality of life. In an understanding and supportive environment, with a holistic, non-invasive approach to comprehensive wellness backed by sound scientific methodology, we work with you to reduce the impact of pain on your well-being, tailoring each session to each patient’s unique experience to achieve lasting relief and increased functionality.
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Benefits of treating Chronic Pain with us
Psychedelic-assisted therapy represents an innovative therapeutic alternative, offering effective and sustained relief for those who have experienced chronic pain and are seeking options beyond conventional treatments. This approach combines cutting-edge science with comprehensive and humane care, offering the possibility of experiencing significant relief and regaining control over your physical and emotional well-being. At our clinic in Barcelona, we accompany you through a therapeutic process that not only alleviates pain but also strengthens your resilience, helping you regain a more fulfilling life free from persistent suffering. With Clinica Synaptica, you will receive a completely personalized treatment that addresses not only the intensity of your pain but also its impact on your emotional, social, and work life.
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Schedule an initial visit at Clínica Synaptica and discover how our integrative approach can help you transform your mental health.
