
Pain Science Education
Pain Science Education discusses the treatment of persistent pain. Learn how to use the brain, body, mind, and behavior to reduce pain and improve physical and mental well-being. This podcast offers free training for physical therapists, healthcare professionals, and people with pain.
Dr. Joe Tatta is a physical therapist, educator, author, and pain researcher. He is known for his contribution to integrative pain care and for championing the safe and effective treatment of chronic pain. With over 20 years of clinical expertise, Dr. Joe is dedicated to converting cutting-edge pain science into actionable therapeutic practices. An advocate for a biopsychosocial approach, Dr. Joe developed PRISM: Pain Recovery and Integrative Systems Model, a cognitive-behavioral approach that promotes resilience, growth, and recovery.
Pain Science Education invites listeners to explore a wide array of subjects including pain education, pain neuroscience, physical therapy, physiotherapy, pain psychology, wellness, and continuing education. Episodes feature interviews with leading experts, offering a deep dive into the pivotal topics shaping the field of pain management.
The insights shared here aim to propel the practice of physical therapy to the forefront of primary pain management. Dr. Joe Tatta is committed to guiding therapists and healthcare providers through the complexities of pain, equipping them with the knowledge to deliver non-pharmacologic and non-invasive approaches to chronic pain.
With Dr. Joe's guidance, listeners will uncover the potential of physical therapists as pivotal figures in pain management, understand the importance of health behavior change, and learn how to use integrative and lifestyle medicine in practice.
Join the Pain Science Education podcast to transform your clinical approach, enrich your professional toolkit, and participate in the revolution of pain management. Each episode promises to take you one step closer to learning about pain, becoming a leader in delivering exceptional, innovative care to those suffering with pain, and ultimately improving lives across the globe.
Latest episodes

Feb 9, 2017 • 38min
Episode 23 | Zack Weinstein: How A Boating Accident Changed An Actor's Life
Today, I have Zack Weinstein. He is an actor who guest starred most recently on the YouTube Red hit called Sing It. He’s also been seen on Criminal Minds, NCIS, and Glee. He was majoring in theater at Skidmore College in New York when an accident changed his life. Despite his injury he’s gone on to successfully pursue his passion and dream of becoming a professional actor. In this episode, we talk about what Zach thinks about the future of health care, He discusses how to get get help from the Christopher Reeve Foundation and he also provides a lot of his profound thoughts about inspiration and finding the reason and meaning in disability and pain. You can learn more about Zach and his work at ZackWeinstein.com. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Feb 7, 2017 • 43min
Episode 22 | Dr. Ginger Garner: Medical Therapeutic Yoga
In this episode, Dr. Ginger Garner talks about how she has brought yoga both into her practice and into her life. We discuss all the different ways that yoga fits in to medical and therapeutic practice, restorative yoga practice versus regular practice, bio-psycho-social framework, etc. We talk about what Dr. Garner thinks about the future of yoga, which she thinks is in education as well as interdisciplinary education. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Dec 15, 2016 • 38min
Episode 21 | Dr. Sam Shay: Healing the Painful Cycle of Sugar and Gaming Addiction
Today we are joined by Dr. Sam Shay, acupuncturist, chiropractor, functional neurologist, Fitgenes Practitioner, and author. In This Episode You Will Learn: The impact of sugar and video game addiction in children. The science of addiction. How would someone know they are an addict vs. someone who is a ‘heavy user” or a ‘binge user.” What is unique about sugar addiction and video game addiction in today’s world compared to other addictions? What the biggest mistakes people make when trying to heal their addiction. Parents who want to help their children game less so they (the children) can study more, sleep more, and engage more. Spouses, partners, and family of problem gamers to provide the best support to help their loved ones. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Dec 8, 2016 • 28min
Episode 20 | Beverly Meyer: The Role of Neurotransmitters in Pain Perception
Today we are joined by Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Beverly Meyer to discuss the role of neurotransmitters in pain perception. In This Episode You Will Learn: The role both GABA and serotonin regarding pain perception. The link between the brain, gut and pain. What does it do and is it similar to Serotonin? How do GABA (and Serotonin) affect the perception of pain. How can we boost GABA and Serotonin naturally. Any side effects if you’re on pain medications. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Nov 30, 2016 • 24min
Episode 19 | Nutritionist Lee Holmes: Healing the Gut and Fibromyalgia
Today we are joined by holistic nutritionist, yoga teacher, wholefoods chef Lee Holmes. In This Episode You Will Learn: How healing the gut can help fibromyalgia. How to prevent/heal this silent inflammation. How to move with Fibromyalgia even when it hurts. The pitfalls of Fibromyalgia diagnosis and treatment. Mind-body approaches to healing pain. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Nov 22, 2016 • 31min
Episode 18 | Dr. Kellyann Pertucci: Inflammation and Gut Healing
Today we are joined by Dr. Kellyann Pertucci, NYT Bestselling Author of Dr Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet In This Healing Pain Podcast You Will Learn: The hidden reasons why so many people have stubborn or resistant weight loss. How to prevent/heal this silent inflammation and heal your gut. Fat burning foods to “reboot” your system. How to incorporate bone broth in our diet. How to prepare bone broth in a fast and easy way in just minutes Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Nov 3, 2016 • 24min
Episode 17 | James Maskell: The Evolution of Medicine
Today we are joined by James Maskell, founder of the Evolution of Medicine. In This Healing Pain Podcast You Will Learn: The benefits of functional medicine versus traditional, allopathic medicine. How functional medicine can impact chronic pain. How to begin your own functional medicine micro-practice. How to find a functional medicine practitioner. Why is chronic pain such a key issue in the Evolution of Medicine? Why Functional Medicine the best operating system for chronic disease. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Sep 29, 2016 • 37min
Episode 16 | Dr. Tom O'Bryan: The Autoimmune Fix
Today we are joined by Dr. Tom O'Bryan, DC. In This Healing Pain Podcast You Will Learn: A revolutionary approach to healing autoimmune disease. How to prevent and treat autoimmunity from a functional perspective. What are the triggers for autoimmunity. How traditional medicine primarily treats symptoms of autoimmunity. A comprehensive approach to healing the gut. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Aug 21, 2016 • 21min
Episode 15 | Dr. Steven Masley: Smart Fats Lower Inflammation and Pain
The Healing Pain Podcast | Episode 15: Smart Fats Lower Inflammation and Pain By Dr. Joe Tatta featuring Dr. Steven Masley, MD. In This Episode You Will Learn: • What’s wrong with the low fat message. • Which food groups lower inflammation. • Which fats are smart. • Which fats are neutral. • What sources of fiber should we choose and avoid. • Which oils are safe for cooking at medium-high to high heat. • The best way to consume olive and coconut oil. • The data proven benefits from following a Smart Fat program. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram

Aug 14, 2016 • 21min
Episode 14 | Dr. Janet R Bezner: The Science of Behavior Change
Today we are joined by Dr. Janet R Bezner, PT, DPT, PhD. In This Healing Pain Podcast You Will Learn: Why is behavior change important in clinical practice. How effective behavior change can reverse chronic disease. How physical therapists and other clinicians can motivate patients. The knowledge needed to promote behavior change. The skills needed to promote behavior change. Sign up for the latest episode at www.drjoetatta.com/podcasts Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Healing Pain Podcast Community today: integrativepainscienceinstitute.com Healing Pain Podcast Facebook Healing Pain Podcast Twitter Healing Pain Podcast YouTube Healing Pain Podcast LinkedIn Healing Pain Podcast Instagram