Beyond The Pain

In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by Inna Segal, a pioneer in intuitive healing and mind–body awareness.Inna shares her personal journey through chronic digestive issues, back pain, and psoriasis — experiences that led her to explore the emotional, energetic, and ancestral roots of physical illness. What began as a search for symptom relief became a deeper understanding of how the body communicates through pain.Together, Leigh and Inna explore:Why pain is meaningful, not randomHow emotional and ancestral trauma can manifest physicallyThe stages of healing and why symptoms shift over timeMisconceptions about intuitive and energy healingThe role of self-awareness in recoveryWhy embracing pain can become a catalyst for growthThis episode is essential listening for anyone living with chronic pain, unexplained symptoms, or feeling stuck — and for practitioners looking beyond purely physical models of health.🔗 Connect with Inna Segal🌐 Website: https://www.innasegal.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnaSegalAuthor📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innasegalauthor/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innasegalauthor/🔗 Connect with Leigh Brandon🌐 Consultations & Resources: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/🥗 Free Pain-Free Plate Guide: https://bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate/🧠 StickABility Course – Learn How to Stick to Healthy Habits: https://stickabilitycourse.com/📸 Instagram: @BeyondThePainPodcast

In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by Beth, a health coach specialising in bio-energetic testing, for a deep and thoughtful conversation about listening to the body’s signals and understanding pain beyond the purely physical.Beth shares her journey from mechanical engineering into health and energy medicine, and explains how shifting from a mechanical view of the body to one that honours its innate intelligence transformed both her own health and her work with clients.Together, Leigh and Beth explore:What bio-energetic testing is and how it worksWhy pain is often a message rather than a malfunctionThe role emotions play in physical symptoms and chronic painHow technology can support energetic and holistic healingWhy lasting health requires a whole-person approach — physical, emotional, and energeticThis episode invites you to rethink pain, trust your body’s wisdom, and take a more empowered role in your own healing.Beth is a health coach specialising in bio-energetic testing and energy-based approaches to healing, helping people reconnect with their body’s innate intelligence.🌐 https://yourhealthwithbeth.com/Leigh Brandon is a CHEK Practitioner and Functional Medicine Practitioner, specialising in helping people uncover and resolve the root causes of chronic pain.🌐 https://www.bodychek.co.uk📅 Book a consultation: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/Download Leigh’s Pain Free Plate — a simple guide showing the foods most likely to fuel inflammation and pain, and what to replace them with.👉 https://www.bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate🔗 Connect with Beth🔗 Connect with Leigh Brandon🧩 Free Resource: The Pain Free Plate

Gout is often treated as a simple problem of high uric acid — take medication, avoid a few foods, and carry on.But for many people, that approach leads to recurrent flare-ups, worsening symptoms, and long-term health issues.In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon is joined by Spiro Koulouris to unpack what’s really driving gout and why medication alone is rarely enough.Spiro explains:Why gout is fundamentally a lifestyle and metabolic conditionHow relying solely on medication can allow uric acid levels to keep risingThe role of diet, hydration, stress, and daily habits in gout progressionCommon misconceptions that prevent people from truly resolving goutWhat needs to change if someone wants long-term relief, not just symptom suppressionThis conversation challenges the conventional narrative around gout and offers a more complete, root-cause perspective on managing — and potentially preventing — future flare-ups.🔗 Find Spiro Koulouris onlineWebsite: https://goutandyou.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDDWAtAuiibJTKsICF32TkgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoutandYouInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/goutandyou/🔗 Find Leigh BrandonWebsite: https://www.bodychek.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepainpod🎁 Free guide:Pain-Free Plate – https://bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate/

In this powerful conversation, Leigh speaks with Doc Malik, a former orthopaedic surgeon whose journey from a working-class upbringing in Glasgow to the operating theatre offers a unique perspective on the limitations — and possibilities — of modern healthcare.Together, they explore:• Why Doc Malik became disillusioned with the NHS• The importance of a holistic approach to foot and ankle conditions• The relationship between surgery, conversion rates, and patient outcomes• How emotional stress and personal history influence physical pain• The role of proper footwear and when orthotics help — or hinder• How alignment, body mechanics, and mindset shape long-term healingThis episode is a deep dive into the interconnected nature of the body and mind — and a reminder that pain never exists in isolation.Where to find Doc Malik:Website — https://docmalik.comWhere to find Leigh:Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepainpod/Pain-Free Plate Lead Magnet — https://bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate/Website — https://www.bodychek.co.uk

Pelvic pain, endometriosis, and fertility challenges affect millions of women — yet far too many are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left searching for answers on their own.In this powerful conversation, Kelly shares her harrowing journey through a life-threatening medical emergency that resulted in emergency surgery. She describes the fear, the uncertainty, and the heartbreaking moment she said goodbye to her husband, unsure if she’d survive the operation.But this episode is also about resilience, intuition, and rebuilding after trauma. We explore why pelvic pain is so often minimised, how endometriosis can impact fertility, and what women can do to advocate for themselves when the healthcare system falls short.Whether you’re navigating pelvic pain yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply want to understand this condition on a deeper level — this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Where to find Kelly:Website (Elysium Wellness): https://thisiselysium.com.au/Website (Lumaflex): https://lumaflex.com.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/this_is_elysium_wellnessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumaflexauWhere to find me:Website: https://bodychek.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepainpod/Pain-Free Plate (Free Guide): https://bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate/Book a Consultation: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Pain, I’m joined by Dr. Sean McCaffrey, who shares his remarkable journey from aspiring lawyer to dedicated healer — a path shaped by personal loss, intuition, and a family legacy in medicine.Sean breaks down the true nature of chronic pain and why it’s never just about the tissues. He explains how lasting healing requires addressing the mechanical, emotional, and nutritional components of the body — and why conventional approaches so often miss the mark.We explore the role of toxicity and inflammation, the healing potential of nutritional strategies and fasting, and the profound influence of the subconscious mind in either amplifying or reducing pain. Sean also shares incredible success stories from his clinic, demonstrating what’s possible when you address the real root causes instead of chasing symptoms.If you’ve ever doubted your ability to heal, this episode will challenge your beliefs — and inspire new hope.Connect with Sean McCaffreyWebsite: https://www.mccaffreyhealth.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McCaffreyHealthCenter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.seanmccaffrey4616Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drseanmccaffrey/?utm_source=qr#X: https://x.com/mccaffreyhealth?t=lqPanXvg9PwZaH_1hRtlVAConnect with LeighWebsite: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/Pain-Free Plate (Free Guide): https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Leigh’s Courses:StickAbility: https://stickabilitycourse.com/Mastering Client Transformation (for practitioners):https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

In this episode, I sit down with chronic pain specialist Vanessa Leone for a deep and refreshing look at what people in pain truly need — to be heard.Too many people are rushed, dismissed, or handed assumptions about their symptoms. Doctors, surgeons and even allied health professionals often jump straight to solutions without ever asking the most important question: “Why are you here, and what do YOU feel is going on?”Vanessa explains why listening is the foundation of pain recovery, how reflection helps people uncover their own motivations and patterns, and why persistent pain is rarely caused by a single event. We also explore stress, emotional load, fear, lifestyle patterns and learned pain responses — and how chronic pain begins to unravel when someone is finally given the space to share their story.If you’ve ever felt unheard by the medical system, or you work with people in pain, this conversation offers a compassionate and practical perspective on what truly helps.Where to find Vanessa:Website: https://vlmovementtherapy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vlmovementtherapist/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-leone-2055b86a/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPjQ4ywdXvi41RGgqX31AKwWhere to find Leigh:Website: https://www.bodychek.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepainpodPodcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondThePainPodcastConsultations: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation/Free Pain-Free Plate guide: https://bodychek.co.uk/pain-free-plate/

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Leigh Brandon sits down with Mario Mancini to explore the real science and clinical wisdom behind acupuncture. Far from being a last-resort therapy, Mario explains how acupuncture acts as a powerful “signal amplifier,” helping the body regulate, reset, and repair.They break down how acupuncture influences the nervous system, immune function, endogenous pain-relief pathways, and meridian systems — as well as how lifestyle, digestion, inflammation, and stress can amplify chronic pain. You’ll also hear why breathwork and self-regulation practices enhance treatment results and why genuine connection is a core part of the healing process.What We Cover in This Episode:• How acupuncture optimises the body’s healing systems• M1 → M2 macrophage switching and immune modulation• Why acupuncture enhances other therapies• How meridians relate to modern physiology• The role of endogenous opioids in pain relief• Using acupuncture post-surgery to improve tissue regeneration• Why chronic pain often isn’t about the original injury• How diet, digestion and stress amplify persistent pain• How breathwork supports regulation and recovery• The biopsychosocial model and whole-person healingConnect with Mario ManciniWebsite: https://manciniacupuncture.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manciniacupunctureFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/centerforIntegrativecare/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@centerforintegrativecareConnect with Leigh BrandonWebsite: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/Download Leigh’s Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Leigh’s courses:StickAbility – https://stickabilitycourse.com/Mastering Client Transformation (Professional Course) – https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Struggling with chronic pain that won’t shift?In this episode, Leigh speaks with Liz Wong, whose work in Neuro-Affective Touch reveals how pain can be a communication tool from the body — and why healing often requires more than stretching, strengthening, or managing symptoms.Liz shares how touch, presence, and relational safety can help release stored trauma, calm the nervous system, and reconnect people with the parts of themselves that have been shut down for years.If you feel stuck, unheard, or like you’ve “tried everything,” this conversation offers hope, clarity, and a completely different pathway out of pain.You can contact Liz:http://www.somaticwellness.co.ukYou can contact Leigh:Leigh's website - ⁠https://www.bodychek.co.uk/⁠Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - ⁠https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/⁠Leigh's courses:StickAbility - ⁠https://stickabilitycourse.com/⁠Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - ⁠https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/⁠

After months of debilitating migraines and post-concussion syndrome, Ethan Reisboard discovered an unexpected path to recovery — hypnotherapy.In this episode of Beyond the Pain, Ethan shares how he went from chronic pain and frustration to complete healing by working with the subconscious mind. We explore how hypnotherapy helps reprogram pain responses, calm the nervous system, and create lasting change beyond surface-level relief.If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of pain and nothing seems to work — this one’s for you.⏱️ What You’ll Learn:00:00 – Introduction and announcement03:10 – Ethan’s journey from post-concussion syndrome to recovery10:45 – What hypnotherapy really is and how it works18:30 – How the subconscious mind influences pain perception26:20 – Techniques to calm the nervous system and reduce pain38:10 – Real client success stories47:00 – How you can start using these principles today💡 Key Takeaways:Hypnotherapy can help break the body’s chronic pain loopThe subconscious mind plays a major role in pain perceptionYou can retrain your brain for calm, balance, and healing🎧 Be sure to subscribe to the channel, hit the notification bell, and leave a 5-star rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the show.You can find Ethan @:EthanReisHypnotherapy.comIf you previously followed Leigh on Facebook or Instagram, you can now re-follow — the new details are:instagram.com/beyondthepainpod/facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583282725889You can also find Leigh @:Leigh's website - ⁠bodychek.co.uk/⁠Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - ⁠bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/⁠Leigh's courses:StickAbility - ⁠stickabilitycourse.com/⁠Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - ⁠functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/⁠