In some studies, the placebo effect is as effective as actual treatment for pain. We talk to two physical therapists about why that might be. Then, we talk to the author of a new book about the history of the Erie Canal.
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Why some pain sufferers benefit from placebos
Placebos – ranging from minimal care to fake surgery – are in many cases as effective as real drugs and physical therapy, particularly for people with osteoarthritis. We find out why from physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Jill Thein Nissenbaum.
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American shaped by construction of the Erie Canal 200 years ago
This year is the 200th anniversary of the completion of the Erie Canal across upstate New York. On the occasion, we talk to Laurie Lawlor, author of the new book for young adults, “Many Voices: Building Erie, the Canal that Changed America.”
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Lori Thein Brody Guest
- Jill Thein-Nissenbaum Guest
- Laurie Lawlor Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Joel Patenaude Producer
- Jeff Robbins Technical Director
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