good content, but very American

Very disappointed with the information provided. I went through the second week, completing all assignments and quizzes, but did not learn anything new. Most of the information provided is common knowledge anymore. I was also a little put off by the frequent self promotions by the instructor, in reference to his treatment center, organizations and book. I am withdrawing from the class.

I thought that this was one of the best, most insightful medically-oriented classes that I have ever taken and I absolutely LOVE the "Human Systems Approach". Although I personally do not have any pain whatsoever, this course has helped me to relate better to friends and acquaintance who do have chronic pain. Even before completing the course, I found myself recommending that others not only take this course but also check out the International Myopain Society to address some of their chronic pain issues. I believe in "mind over matter" and the part of the course indicating that the "placebo effect" accounts for 30-40% of patient improvements did not completely surprise me but what did surprise me was that medical evidence in double-bind control tests support that position. I would highly recommend this class.

As a physical therapy student, I highly recommend this course for any healthcare provider who is interested in chronic pain and/or for any patients out there who are suffering from chronic pain. Dr. Fricton really goes into the WHY people may develop chronic pain conditions and how all of us can do our part in combating chronic pain and transforming our healthcare system more of a transformative healthcare model.

An excellent educational program in all aspects. Α big thank you to the university of Minnesota and the excellent professor Dr. Frington. Also, all the guests were also excellent both for their scientific training and educational style. Personally I gained a lot from this program, in knowledge, experience and philosophical direction. I highly recommend it for every professional and not only in the health sciences

It was a great course explaining various solutions of chronic pain, their causes and remedies that we can apply in our health care system and introduce modern ways by amalgamation of traditional and scientific ways that helps the most in healing the patients. I recommend all other people involved in Health Professional to take this course and implement those remedies in their treatment.

I have gain so much knowledge about chronic pain management, as a massage therapist now I can apply the knowledge I have gain to my work and can better help my client who suffering from chronic pain. Because of the knowledge I have gain from this course my clients have increased. Thank you Dr Fricton for such a wonderful course. I'm 100% satisfied. Continue the good work

First of all, I would like to thank all the trainers, especially Dr.Fricton. It was a very good and informative training. As a physiotherapist, I added a new knowledge to my knowledge and broadened my professional perspective. I learned new approaches to patient approach and treatment. So thank you again to all the instructors and Coursera.

This is an excellent and comprehensive course that teaches all you need to know about the onset, development and establishemtn of chronic pain and then how to deal with it. The video lectures are manageable length and reading material is detailed and useful. It is one of the best courses I have taken on Coursera. Highly recommended.

It is an excellent course. his course course opens up an avenue for me to have a deeper concepts in the field of chronic pain management. And I am applying the knowledge in my chamber to handle the patients of chronic painpain, specially TMJ, Fibromyalgia, HMyofacial ain syndrome, eadache, Osteoarthritis etc.

Barely took two months to find the answers to so many questions and to understand; what was I fighting against thought out this two last decades. Now I have some tools to implement new ways of coping.

Thank you, for the incredible effort to educate us. I wish more people will take advantage of this mooc.

A must for patients and providers - not just in the field of chronic pain. Anyone who needs or provides the services necessary for transformative "whole health" care should take this course. The course is delivered by experts in the field and is backed by legitimate peer-reviewed studies.

Holistic and natural approaches to medicine and chronic pain often exist separately from medical approaches. It was great to see holistic approaches supported by science and strategies to incorporate holistic approaches into mainstream medicine. very detailed and encouraging course.

This is an excellent introduction to the field of chronic pain. It's not all you might want to know about pain, but it's either a good start or a good addition to other efforts to learn about the topic and I'd definitely recommend to give this a try.

Excelente el curso, muy bien sistematizado y con un aporte de literatura regular.

Sugiero: - mayores referencias bibliográficas (pdf)

Mejorar la sistematización de los cuestionarios (mucho uso de la negación en las preguntas)

I really enjoyed Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Sysyems Approach. The information was invaluable and relative. I learned a lot about Myofascia and Orofascia Pain. Thank you Dr. Friction for presenting an outstanding course on chronic pain

This course was both academically fascinating and also very helpful in my personal circumstances. I recommend it to healthcare professionals, any kind of wellness specialist, and people who are struggling with chronic pain themselves.

Absolutely love this course. It is directly relevant to the students I see as a yoga teacher, student of PT and seeing my body age as well. I look forward to many many more courses like this. Thank you Coursera!!!!

Excellent course. This should be taught in undergraduate medical and allied health courses. Then probably we can see a change in the health care in the future and start implementing transformational change,

I learned a great deal from this course, and applaud James Fricton and his team of medical professionals who all contributed their expertise and time in this generous opportunity to heal while learning.

A great & informative course. i really enjoyed and learned a lot of things about Chronic pain through out the course. Thank you the whole team for launching such a informative course for us.

This course has also made me self aware of my risk factors and how to improve my acute pain before it becomes chronic. It was very informative and rich in details and tools. Thank you.

This is an excellent and thorough course on how to manage chronic pain holistically, extremely satisfied and I highly recommended it to friends interested in this field.

Powerful course, great information from a wide variety of sources covering many of the common chronic conditions. The emphasis on self care is really well promoted

Good for a healthcare provider like me. Would recommend to any one with chronic pain to enroll and learn from this course. Would be really beneficial.