A significant portion of the population lives with chronic pain, yet its origins and effective treatments remain some of the least understood aspects of healthcare. Pain is inherently subjective—unique to every individual—and rarely attributable to a single cause. It is a multifaceted experience shaped by a combination of physical, emotional, and neurological factors.
When we peel back the layers of chronic pain, a compelling truth emerges: neuroscience plays a pivotal role. The deeper we explore its causes and remedies, the more evident the profound connection between the mind and body becomes.
In today’s episode, we are joined by Matt Bush for a fascinating discussion on chronic pain and its intricate ties to nervous system health. Together, we explore how past experiences, unprocessed emotions, trauma, stress, and sensory input shape our perception of pain. They also examine pain as a protective mechanism and discuss how chronic pain impacts quality of life, often leading to avoidance behaviors and other challenges. While chronic pain is complex, this conversation highlights how tuning into our body’s signals and understanding the mind-body connection can unlock transformative insights.
Even if you’ve never experienced chronic pain, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the neuroscience behind this connection, providing tools to better understand your own well-being. Don’t miss this episode—it’s packed with thought-provoking insights and practical takeaways!
Topics discussed in this episode:
The distinction between pain and injury
The “snake or stick” example: how the brain predicts pain
The various types of information the brain uses to interpret pain
Pain as a protective output of the nervous system
Understanding neurotags and their connection to pain
The link between complex trauma and chronic pain
What is central sensitization (also known as “sprouting”)?
Protective outputs as distractions from unprocessed emotions
How unprocessed emotions manifest as physical pain
The deeply personal and unique nature of pain for each individual
Exploring the connection between perfectionism and chronic pain
How pain contributes to avoidance behaviors
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