Amy Baxter

Amy Baxter, a researcher and physician, dives into the fascinating connections between pain and the brain. She reveals practical neuroscience hacks to block pain signals without resorting to opioids. Baxter discusses innovative, non-addictive pain management techniques, like vibration and cold therapy. Her insights promote reframing pain from merely an alarm to a learning system, emphasizing the importance of psychological factors. Additionally, she shares groundbreaking advancements in personalized pain measurement for more effective management.

Join physician and pain management innovator Amy Baxter and equestrian athlete Kat Naud, who overcame a severe back injury. They dive into the brain's interpretation of pain, exploring revolutionary techniques that challenge opioid reliance. Baxter shares insights on innovative tools like the Buzzy device, while Naud recounts her inspiring journey from injury to recovery in competitive riding. Together, they emphasize the importance of psychological factors in pain perception and highlight new approaches to managing chronic pain.

Equestrian Kat Naud shares her journey towards Olympic dreams. Guests discuss rethinking pain as more than just a symptom and the evolution of pain management. Innovative approaches to pain relief explored, including acupuncture and exercise. Chronic pain challenges and opioid addiction addressed with multi-faceted solutions.

Amy Baxter, a researcher and physician specializing in pain relief and neuroscience discusses practical neuroscience hacks to block pain signals. She explores the power of vibration and cold, understanding pain and the brain's response, alternative pain management, and the future of pain scales.

Researcher and physician Amy Baxter discusses practical neuroscience hacks to block pain signals, offering alternatives to opioids. Topics include reframing pain perception, innovative pain management techniques using vibration and ice, the impact of fear and control on pain, and exploring opioid risks and alternative options.