Join us to understand the various causes of chronic pain, the role it plays in the body and ways it can be managed.

In this online webinar, Associate Professor Nathan Butler, will unpack and explore:

• What is pain and why do we feel it?
• What is the role of pain?
• The difference between nociceptive, nocipathic and nociplastic pain.
• How to go from central sensitisation to desensitisation.
• What to do when you’re told your pain is ‘normal’, but you know it isn’t.
• Coping mechanisms and strategies such as pacing, breathwork and more.

Bookings are essential. This will be delivered online only.

About Associate Professor Nathan Butler

Associate Professor Nathan Butler is a distinguished health professional with over 20 years of experience in managing post-viral conditions and other ‘invisible illnesses.’ Nathan has dedicated his career to improving the lives of individuals affected by these often misunderstood and challenging health issues.

Nathan’s extensive background includes coordinating specialist inpatient and outpatient programs at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne and the Royal Free Hospital in London, focusing on chronic fatigue syndrome, cardiac, respiratory, and pain rehabilitation.

In 2008, Nathan established the Active Health Clinic based on his core values of long-term self-management through knowledge, compassion, and trust. Under his leadership, the clinic has become a leader in its field, providing innovative and comprehensive care. Nathan also contributes to the academic community by lecturing Master’s students at La Trobe University, sharing his knowledge and passion with the next generation of health professionals. Nathan is also an active investigator in research trials focused on Long COVID, continually seeking to advance understanding and treatment of this complex condition. His involvement in research ensures that his clinical practices are informed by the latest scientific developments, benefiting his patients with cutting-edge care.

Nathan has a keen interest in conditions such as fatigue, orthostatic intolerance (OI) & postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), central sleep disorders, and chronic pain. His personal connection drives his dedication to finding new ways to help his patients and to continuously learn and adapt in his practice. Changing lives might sound cliché, but for Nathan, it’s a daily reality and the most rewarding aspect of his work.

When: 6.00pm – 7.30pm, Wednesday 30 October 2024

Where: Online via Zoom – the link will be emailed to you after you book

RSVP: Book via the link below by Monday 28 October

Cost: *$29 (Per person. Excludes booking & processing fees)