🎙️ RDAQ Conference Bonus Episode

Pain is more than a symptom. It is a complex protective response shaped by biology, psychology, and lived experience. In this special bonus episode of The Round Up, recorded live at the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland (RDAQ) Conference 2026, host A/Prof Elissa Hatherly speaks with pain medicine specialist Dr Hannah Bennett about the evolving science of pain and what it means for clinical practice.

Dr Bennett explores why early movement and non-pharmacological strategies are key to managing acute pain, and why chronic pain requires a broader, person-centred approach. The conversation covers the influence of psychological and social factors, the role of neuroplasticity, and practical strategies for supporting patients with persistent pain. Dr Bennett also shares insight ...