Rethinking Pain: Care Strategies for Patients with Rheumatic Diseases

Chronic pain isn’t always caused by inflammation—in rheumatic conditions, nociplastic and neuropathic pain can both complicate treatment. Understanding these pain types is crucial to effective patient management. Dr. Philip Mease, Director of Rheumatology Research at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle and Clinical Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, explains the complexities behind each type of pain and key considerations for patient care.