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Luana Colloca
@luanacolloca.bsky.social
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We study the mechanisms of placebo/ expectation effects and virtual reality. https://youtu.be/fPhvXuQfMyI?si=NPAdQw4R9F90igGn
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Feb 25
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An update on non-pharmacological interventions for pain relief
Non-pharmacological interventions, such as psychological approaches, physical therapy, neuromodulation, placebo-induced hypoalgesia, expectation management, and XR therapeutics, offer potential for ma...
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Aug 6
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In Memoriam: Professor Andrea Evers - International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)
It is with profound sadness that we share the news that Professor Andrea Evers passed away on August 4, 2025. Andrea was a visionary leader, a brilliant scientist, and a […]
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Aug 5
It is with profound sadness that we share that Professor Andrea Evers passed away. Andrea was a visionary leader, a brilliant scientist, and a compassionate colleague.
As we begin to process this immense loss, let us remember Andrea for her remarkable legacy and kindness she brought into our lives.
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Jun 16
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · May 15
Amazing talk by Laura Simons at University of Maryland!
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · May 14
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · May 14
Joint us for this exciting topic delivered by Dr. Laura Simons! Tomorrow, May 15, 2025 at noon (est).
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · May 6
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Telehealth virtual reality intervention reduces chronic pain in a randomized crossover study - npj Digital Medicine
npj Digital Medicine - Telehealth virtual reality intervention reduces chronic pain in a randomized crossover study
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Apr 8
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Telehealth virtual reality intervention reduces chronic pain in a randomized crossover study - npj Digital Medicine
npj Digital Medicine - Telehealth virtual reality intervention reduces chronic pain in a randomized crossover study
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Mar 24
Great talk by Dr. Cohen at the PBO Center, UMB
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Mar 12
Virtually or in-person, cine and join us!
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Mar 9
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The placebo effect can be good medicine, for pain and other problems
The placebo effect is real for some people, and can be good medicine for pain relief and other issues.
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Mar 2
Pain between science and faith
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Feb 25
www.cell.com/cell-reports...
An update on non-pharmacological interventions for pain relief
Non-pharmacological interventions, such as psychological approaches, physical therapy, neuromodulation, placebo-induced hypoalgesia, expectation management, and XR therapeutics, offer potential for ma...
www.cell.com
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Feb 18
Endocanniboids, pain and placebo
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Luana Colloca @luanacolloca.bsky.social · Feb 15
Join us for the 2025 Guedt Lecture Series at the PBO Center!
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