Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee How to Break Free from Chronic Pain and Reclaim Your Life with Professor Peter O'Sullivan #472
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Sep 3, 2024 Professor Peter O'Sullivan, an expert in musculoskeletal pain and cognitive functional therapy, discusses the complexities of chronic pain, affecting 1 in 5 people. He dispels myths about back pain, emphasizing that movement, not fear, leads to healing. O'Sullivan advocates for a holistic approach, integrating emotional well-being with physical treatment. He highlights the healing power of walking, the role of core tension, and the importance of patient empowerment in pain management. Listeners are encouraged to reshape their understanding of pain for a healthier life.
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Chronic Pain Prevalence
- Chronic pain affects 20% of adults globally, causing disability and impacting work and daily life.
- It often begins in adolescence and continues through adulthood, but hope for pain management remains.
Dr. Chatterjee's Back Pain Story
- Dr. Chatterjee's chronic back pain for 10+ years impacted his confidence and ability to perform daily tasks, including childcare.
- A simple twist after his son's birth led to four weeks of severe pain and inability to lift his child.
Chronic Pain Links
- Chronic back pain is frequently linked to other pain conditions like neck pain, headaches, migraines, and gut pain.
- This suggests a connection to nervous system sensitization affecting various body areas, with the back being a particularly vulnerable spot.