The Biopsychosocial Model: Looking at Pain Beyond the Body
When people think of pain, they often picture a physical problem - an injury, arthritis, or muscle strain. While these play an important role, pain is far more complex. The biopsychosocial model helps us understand pain not just as a physical experience, but as one shaped by biological, psychological, and social factors. This approach is especially valuable in physical therapy, where treating the whole person - not just the body - leads to better outcomes.
