The Fight Against Pain (2005)

Synopsis: This special program compiles episodes from WORLD NEWS TONIGHT WITH PETER JENNINGS, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, and NIGHTLINE to explore the issues surrounding the phenomenon of pain. Discussing the... This special program compiles episodes from WORLD NEWS TONIGHT WITH PETER JENNINGS, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, and NIGHTLINE to explore the issues surrounding the phenomenon of pain. Discussing the marketplace's perennial search for the next miracle drug, the show touches upon alternative cures for pain, such as breathing and relaxation techniques, that can replace the need for surgery. It also explains the oft-misunderstood role of the pain specialist and the ways that regular doctors might be ill-equipped to handle pain. And it covers pain control by means of innovative treatments, including those for children, making this an invaluable resource for understanding and managing one's own pain or that of a loved one. [More]