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Welcome to Berkshire Pain Clinic. If you are suffering from continuous pain and discomfort then seek an appointment without delay.

Our lead clinician is Consultant Pain and Musculoskeletal Specialist, Dr Deepak Ravindran MD FRCA FFPMRCA FIPP EDRA DMSMed.

27/02/2026

🌿 Medicinal cannabis: hope, hype, or helpful medicine?

In this video, Dr. Deepak Ravindran explores how medicinal cannabis works, its effects on the endocannabinoid system, and what we currently understand in the UK.

You’ll learn:
🔹 How THC and CBD affect the body
🔹 Where cannabis may help (pain, epilepsy, MS)
🔹 The risks, stigma, and legal realities

🎥 Watch the full video here https://youtu.be/T1piJ9WRmT8 to understand the science, the safeguards, and the future of medicinal cannabis in the UK.

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

20/11/2025

Join Prof. Dr. Deepak Ravindran, a leading UK Consultant in Pain Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, for a powerful 60-minute masterclass exploring The Pain-Free Mindset — a science-based and compassionate approach to overcoming chronic pain.

By the end of this masterclass, you’ll understand how pain works — and more importantly, how healing happens when you address the whole person, not just the symptoms.

Reserve your seat here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1972875724400?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us online as we explore new approaches to managing persistent pain, moving from hurting to healing together.

31/10/2025

🦠 Is it chronic fatigue—or could it be chronic Lyme disease?

Lyme disease, caused by the Borrelia bacteria transmitted through tick bites, can sometimes lead to long-term symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and pain — often resembling chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia.

In this video, Dr. Deepak Ravindran explains:
🔹 The difference between acute and chronic Lyme disease
🔹 How it’s diagnosed and treated
🔹 Why some people continue to experience symptoms for years
🔹 Practical ways to prevent tick bites and reduce risk

Understanding the overlap between Lyme disease and chronic fatigue helps patients and clinicians look beyond labels — and toward better management.

Watch the video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/izNpCq0molE

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

17/10/2025

🔥 Can infrared therapy help with fibromyalgia and chronic pain?

The short answer: Yes, there's promising evidence—especially for fibromyalgia, arthritis, and musculoskeletal pain.

In this video, Dr. Deepak Ravindran explains:
🔹 What infrared light actually is
🔹 How it affects your muscles, nerves, and blood flow
🔹 The science behind pain relief through nitric oxide and cellular healing
🔹 What the latest research says (including a 2022 systematic review)

✅ Safe
✅ Non-invasive
⚠️ Use in moderation (10–15 minutes max per session)

Infrared isn’t magic—but it might just be worth adding to your pain management toolkit.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Wzo8QNaAgnE

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

03/10/2025

🛡️ Struggling with pain that doesn’t respond to medication? Your immune system might be the key.

Chronic pain—especially nociplastic pain—often stems from a sensitized nervous system, triggered by an overactive immune response.

In this video, Dr. Deepak Ravindran explains how to calm and optimize the immune system through 5 science-backed strategies:
😴 Sleep
🥦 Nutrition & gut health
🧘 Stress management
🏃‍♀️ Movement
🧠 Mind-body practices

Pain relief isn’t always about stronger drugs. Sometimes, it’s about restoring balance within.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/HZpK7LQx6nQ

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

19/09/2025

📍 Still wondering where fibromyalgia tender points actually are?

They’re no longer used for diagnosis—but many still ask. In this video, Dr. Deepak Ravindran maps out all 18 tender points once used to identify fibromyalgia, explains how the exam worked (yes, until the nails blanched!), and why the method was flawed and eventually abandoned.

Curious? Watch for clarity—not for clinical use.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/tAE9d0gp5_M

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

22/08/2025

🎗 Survived cancer—but still in pain? You're not alone.

As more people beat cancer, a hidden struggle is coming to light: chronic pain after cancer treatment. For many survivors, the battle doesn’t end with remission.

In this video, Dr. Deepak Ravindran explains:
🔹 The three main causes of post-cancer pain
🔹 Why standard painkillers often don’t work
🔹 The rise of nociplastic pain from chemo and immunotherapy
🔹 How integrative, neuroimmune approaches offer new hope

🧠 This isn’t just about damaged nerves—it’s about a sensitized nervous system that needs a new kind of healing.

Are you or someone you know living with pain after cancer? Share your story below.👇
🔔 Follow us for the latest in pain science and survivorship care.

Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rS2-1SND8zE

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

08/08/2025

📍 Still using tender points to diagnose fibromyalgia? It’s time for an update.

The old tender point method—pressing 18 spots on the body to check for pain—has been replaced. Since 2016, the American College of Rheumatology recommends a more accurate and evidence-based approach: the Widespread Pain Index and Symptom Severity Scale.

In this video, I explain why the tender point method is outdated and how our modern understanding of fibromyalgia as a neuroimmune condition has shifted the way we diagnose it.

Were you diagnosed using tender points? Let us know your experience in the comments. Follow us for the latest insights in pain science.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/SfGpKCODjnU

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

25/07/2025

💊 Cancer pain isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about choosing the right mix of treatments.

In this video, I break down the current approaches to treating cancer pain, from medications and nerve blocks to integrative therapies like acupuncture, yoga, massage, and even emerging options like psychedelics.

Cancer pain is often mixed—a blend of nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic pain. That’s why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. A personalized, integrative strategy can improve outcomes and enhance quality of life—especially when started early.

What treatment approaches have helped you or someone you know? Share in the comments. And follow for more on effective, compassionate pain care.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/EV5TEEFn_Es

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

14/07/2025

🧬 Not all cancer pain is the same—and that matters.

In this video, I dive into the three types of cancer pain:
1️⃣ Nociceptive – caused by inflammation or tissue damage
2️⃣ Neuropathic – from nerve injury or chemotherapy
3️⃣ Nociplastic – when the nervous system becomes overly sensitized

Most patients experience a mix of these pain types, which means one-size-fits-all treatments rarely work. Understanding the root mechanisms is key to choosing the right combination of therapies—often blending medication with integrative, mind-body approaches.

Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/S9aUkWsQS2o

Have you or a loved one dealt with cancer-related pain? Share your experience in the comments. Follow for more on managing pain in complex conditions.

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

27/06/2025

🎗️ Cancer pain—common, complex, and too often overlooked.

While cancer itself is a major health challenge, many don’t realize that cancer-related pain is one of the most common and costly complications. It can start at diagnosis, continue through treatment, and even persist long after remission.

In this video, I explore why cancer pain is so complex, the many ways it can develop, and the barriers patients face in getting the right support. It’s time we gave cancer pain the attention it deserves.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/hAWlqjnjhdc

Have you or someone you know experienced this aspect of cancer care? Share your thoughts below. And follow us for more on integrative pain care.

At Berkshire Pain Clinic, our mission is to help people regain control of their lives by effectively managing and treating persistent pain conditions. Led by...

20/06/2025

🔍 Rethinking Pain Management: The Science and the Shift

In this thought-provoking article, Prof. Dr. Deepak Ravindran, a leading expert in pain medicine and lifestyle medicine, explores how our understanding of pain is evolving—moving beyond the traditional biomedical model toward a more neuroscience-informed, holistic approach.

If you're living with persistent pain or supporting those who are, this is a must-read.

📖 Read the full article here:
https://open.substack.com/pub/painspeak/p/rethinking-pain-management-the-science?r=2mz7en&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Photo by Google DeepMind: https://www.pexels.com/photo/an-artist-s-illustration-of-artificial-intelligence-ai-this-image-represents-how-machine-learning-is-inspired-by-neuroscience-and-the-human-brain-it-was-created-by-novoto-studio-as-par-17483868/

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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