Pain Management
Approaches to managing and reducing pain
Interventions
PEMF Therapy (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field)
Non-invasive therapy using low-frequency electromagnetic pulses to reduce pain, enhance recovery, improve sleep, and support cellular health
Mobility Training
Daily movement practice to restore range of motion, resolve pain, and optimize physical performance
Self-Myofascial Release (Foam Rolling)
Self-massage using foam rollers, lacrosse balls, and other tools to reduce muscle tension, improve range of motion, and enhance recovery
TENS/EMS (Electrical Stimulation)
Electrical stimulation devices for pain relief (TENS) and muscle activation/recovery (EMS), used by athletes and physical therapists worldwide
Biomat (Far-Infrared Mat)
Far-infrared heating mat using amethyst crystals for pain relief, relaxation, and improved circulation
BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound)
Synthetic peptide derived from human gastric juice proteins, used for accelerating healing of tendons, ligaments, muscles, and gut tissue
Posture Correction
Systematic approach to improving body alignment through exercises, awareness, and ergonomic adjustments to reduce pain, improve breathing, and enhance physical performance
Voodoo Flossing
Compression band wrapping technique for joint mobility, reducing swelling, and restoring range of motion
Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
Acoustic pressure wave therapy that stimulates tissue repair, reduces pain, and accelerates healing for tendinopathies, musculoskeletal conditions, and erectile dysfunction
CBD Oil
Non-psychoactive cannabinoid from hemp with evidence for anxiety reduction, sleep improvement, pain management, and inflammation - one of the most popular wellness supplements despite regulatory complexity
Inversion Therapy
Hanging upside down or at an inverted angle to decompress the spine, reduce back pain, improve circulation, and potentially enhance recovery - supported by moderate research for spinal conditions
Acupuncture
Ancient Chinese medicine practice of inserting thin needles at specific body points - supported by moderate evidence for chronic pain, nausea, and headaches, though mechanism debates continue between traditional qi theory and modern neurophysiology
Cupping Therapy
Ancient therapy using suction cups on the skin to increase blood flow, reduce muscle tension, and promote healing - popular among athletes for recovery
Dry Needling
Physical therapy technique using thin needles to release trigger points and muscle knots - distinct from acupuncture, targeting muscular dysfunction
Feldenkrais Method
Somatic education system using gentle, mindful movements to improve body awareness, reduce pain, and rewire habitual movement patterns through neuroplasticity
Alexander Technique
Method for relearning natural posture and movement by identifying and releasing habitual tension patterns, widely used by performers and for chronic back/neck pain
Percussive Massage Therapy
High-frequency vibration therapy using devices like Theragun or Hypervolt to reduce muscle soreness, improve blood flow, and accelerate recovery
Chiropractic Adjustments
Spinal manipulation therapy performed by chiropractors - supported by multiple meta-analyses for low back pain and neck pain, with modest but real benefits and a strong safety profile across nearly a million documented sessions
Studies
A randomized controlled trial of qigong for fibromyalgia
12-week qigong practice significantly reduces fibromyalgia pain and improves sleep, function, and quality of life.
Effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) in people with knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
TENS significantly reduces knee osteoarthritis pain and stiffness while improving physical function compared to sham treatment.
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for chronic pain: An overview of Cochrane Reviews
TENS provides moderate pain relief for chronic musculoskeletal pain with minimal side effects, though evidence quality varies across conditions.
Yoga treatment for chronic non-specific low back pain
Yoga provides small-to-moderate improvements in back pain and function at 3-6 months compared to non-exercise controls.
Spa Therapy in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Large Randomised Multicentre Trial
Three weeks of spa therapy provides significant and lasting improvements in knee osteoarthritis pain and function compared to usual care.
Effect of an Exercise Program for Posture Correction on Musculoskeletal Pain
An 8-week posture correction exercise program significantly reduced neck and shoulder pain and improved posture alignment in office workers.
Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercise on Forward Head Posture: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Therapeutic exercises significantly improve forward head posture, with strengthening exercises showing larger effects than stretching alone.
The Effectiveness of Posture-Correction Programs on Musculoskeletal Pain: A Narrative Review
Posture correction programs reduce musculoskeletal pain, but the relationship between posture and pain is complex and influenced by multiple factors.
Eliciting the relaxation response with the help of flotation-REST in patients with stress-related ailments
Float therapy significantly reduced pain intensity, stress, anxiety, and depression in patients with chronic stress-related muscle pain while improving sleep and optimism.
Effectiveness of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy on Functional Ability in Grade IV Knee Osteoarthritis
Adding ESWT to conventional physical therapy significantly improved functional disability even in severe (grade IV) knee osteoarthritis.
Effects of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Versus Ultrasonic Therapy and Deep Friction Massage in Lateral Epicondylitis
ESWT significantly outperformed ultrasound therapy for pain reduction at 1, 3, and 6 months, and grip strength improvement at 3 months in tennis elbow patients.
Efficacy and Safety of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Upper Limb Tendonitis - A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Systematic review confirms ESWT is effective and safe for treating upper limb tendinopathies including rotator cuff, lateral epicondylitis, and biceps tendonitis.
Randomised controlled trial of Alexander technique lessons, exercise, and massage (ATEAM) for chronic and recurrent back pain
24 Alexander Technique lessons provided long-lasting relief for chronic back pain, reducing disability days from 21 to 3 per month at one-year follow-up.
The Effects of Qigong for Adults with Chronic Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Internal qigong practice significantly reduces chronic pain (SMD = -1.23) compared to controls, with the strongest effects for self-practiced qigong rather than externally applied therapy.
Evidence for the effectiveness of Alexander Technique lessons in medical and health-related conditions: a systematic review.
Systematic review of 18 studies found strong evidence that Alexander Technique reduces chronic back pain and disability, moderate evidence for Parkinson's disease benefits, and preliminary evidence for balance, posture, and respiratory function.
Alexander Technique Lessons or Acupuncture Sessions for Persons With Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Trial.
The ATLAS trial found that 20 Alexander Technique lessons reduced chronic neck pain by 31% at 12 months, comparable to 12 acupuncture sessions, with both significantly outperforming usual care alone.
Randomised controlled trial of Alexander technique lessons, exercise, and massage (ATEAM) for chronic and recurrent back pain: economic evaluation.
Six Alexander Technique lessons combined with exercise prescription was the most cost-effective intervention for chronic back pain at approximately 5,332 GBP per QALY gained, well below the NHS cost-effectiveness threshold.
Podcast Episodes
The BIG 6 Lymph Reset For Chronic Pain
with Perry Nickelston
237. Andrew Glaze: On The Mental Health Benefits of Running 100 Miles Weekly
with Andrew Glaze
Dr. Shirley Sahrmann — Deep Dive on Low-Back Issues
with Dr. Shirley Sahrmann
The Ear - A Whole Body Nervous System Reset
with Perry Nickelston
Health Effects & Risks of Kratom, Opioids & Other Natural Occurring Medicines | Dr. Chris McCurdy
with Dr. Chris McCurdy
Essentials: How to Control Your Sense of Pain & Pleasure
with Andrew Huberman
The Strange Science Behind Tylenol and Heartbreak | Daniel Amen : 1358
with Daniel Amen
Jill Miller: Increase Flexibility & Relieve Pain with Breathwork & Myofascial Release
with Jill Miller
Essentials: Control Pain & Heal Faster With Your Brain
with Andrew Huberman
How to Improve Your Mobility, Posture & Flexibility | Dr. Kelly Starrett
with Dr. Kelly Starrett
Tools to Reduce & Manage Pain | Dr. Sean Mackey
with Dr. Sean Mackey
Build a Strong, Pain-Proof Back | Dr. Stuart McGill
with Dr. Stuart McGill
Protocols to Strengthen & Pain Proof Your Back
with Andrew Huberman
SCP Mini-Podcast: Two Best Daily Habits For Back Pain
with Perry Nickelston
SCP Podcast: Posture and Pain with Brian Bradley
with Brian Bradley
#731: Dr. David Spiegel, Stanford U. — Practical Hypnosis, Meditation vs. Hypnosis, Pain Management Without Drugs, The Neurobiology of Trance, and More
with Dr. David Spiegel
#704: Q&A with Tim — New Religions, AI Companions, Longevity Levers, Resurrecting "Forgotten" Languages, Stress-Testing Cherished Beliefs, Tactics for Writer's Block, Low-Back Pain, and Much More
with Tim Ferriss
#675: Eric Cressey, Cressey Sports Performance — Tactical Deep Dive on Back Pain, Movement Diagnosis, Training Principles, Developing Mobility, Building Power, Fascial Manipulation, and Rules for Athletes
with Eric Cressey
Debunking Methylene Blue Fears with Dr Scott Sherr
with Dr Scott Sherr
How to Effectively Block EMFs with Brian Hoyer
with Brian Hoyer
Dr David Spiegel - Hypnosis, Brain Hacking, & Mental Mastery
with Dr David Spiegel
Kelly Starrett - 8 Essential Strategies To Maximise Your Fitness
with Kelly Starrett
Anna Lembke - How To Reset Your Brain's Dopamine Balance
with Anna Lembke
Difference between dry needling and acupuncture?
Using Infrared Sauna Therapy to Reduce Inflammation and Detox with Connie Zack
with Connie Zack
Ep. #259: Do Infrared Saunas Work? What 23 Studies Say
1163: Red Light, Near Infrared Light, Infrared Light, Saunas and More
Infrared Sauna Health Benefits
Sawbones: Sauna
Episode 431: Harnessing the Healing Power of Light with Infrared with Connie Zack of Sunlighten Sauna
with Connie Zack
Biohacking Basics: Brian Richard, Sauna and Light Therapy
with Brian Richards
Near Infrared Sauna Health Benefits
with Alicia Botyrus
Your Tongue Matters in Chronic Pain and Fight or Flight
with Dr. Perry Nickelston
SCP Mini Podcast: The Ear-A Whole Body Nervous System Reset
with Dr. Perry Nickelston
The Wim Hof Method - with Wim Hof| EP 108
with Wim Hof
SPC002 - Self Myofascial Release Therapy for Cyclists
Episode 159 - Foam Rolling (SMR) Part 2 of 2
Mobility: Real Stories of Recovery and Resilience with Mike Mallory
with Mike Mallory
Mobility: Real Stories of Recovery and Resilience with Mike Mallory
with Mike Mallory
Muscle Soreness: What it Means and How to Deal With It
222: What is foam rolling actually for? (it's not what you think)
AMR Trains: Foam Rolling Basics, Tips, and a 30-ish Day Challenge
with Colleen Riddick-Losh
86 | Foam Rolling - What is it really doing?
E71 Does Foam Rolling Work?
Discover PEMF Therapy's Amazing Health Benefits!
with Gary Woolums
Does PEMF Therapy Really Work? With Dr. William Pawluk #363
with Dr. William Pawluk
Pulsed Harmonix and PEMF Therapy
with Jack Butler
Episode #88: PEMF Therapy For Healing and Prevention
with Dr. William Pawluk
Revolutionizing Cardiac Care: Dr. Kahn Discusses PEMF Therapy with Dr. William Pawluk
with Dr. William Pawluk
Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF): Healing Beyond Pain
with Dr. William Pawluk
All About PEMF Therapy w/ Dr. William Pawluk
with Dr. William Pawluk
Dog Pain Relief at Home: Game-Changing Devices | Dr. Erica Ancier #292
with Dr. Erica Ancier
PEMF & Red Light Therapy Results with Jonathon Otto on Red Pill News
with Jonathon Otto
The Power of PEMF Combined with Red Light on Red Pill News
with Jonathon Otto
Does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture
Episode 4: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
How the Brooklyn Bridge led to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with Scott Sherr, MD
with Dr. Scott Sherr
012: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy - Part 2 of 2
Can Oxygen Heal? Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy With Dr. Zayd Ratansi
with Dr. Zayd Ratansi
64. Acupuncture & Cupping Therapy with Fiona McDonagh
with Fiona McDonagh
Tip Of The Week: Cupping Therapy Benefits
What is Cupping Therapy?
with Shannon Gilmartin
Can Cupping Therapy Eliminate Cellulite + Plump Your Booty?
with Danielle Reghi
Cupping Therapy: Ancient Techniques for Modern Healing with Dr. Tom Ingegno
with Dr. Tom Ingegno
312: How to Use Cupping as a Home Healing Modality with Dr. Tom Ingegno
with Dr. Tom Ingegno
Cupping
Sawbones: Cupping
TMHS 044: Chiropractic Health & Wellness - Why Chiropractic Help Is Great For Far More Than Back Pain
with Dr. Xavier Tipler
477- Chiropractic Adjustments Decrease Fall Risk in Older Adults with Spinal Pain
CHIROPRACTIC ADJUSTMENTS OF EXTREMITIES
466- Effective Scoliosis Management with Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
with Dr. Stacey Merlot
481- Exploring Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Chiropractic Adjustments
Ross and Carrie Try Chiropractic (Part 1): Neck-Cracking Edition
Benefits and risks of Chiropractic care in pediatrics: Does your kid need to see a chiropractor?
with Dr. Richard Schoonmaker
Tending to Your Nervous System, & the Misfit Lifestyle | Dr. Courtney Kahla | Episode 282
with Dr. Courtney Kahla
The Spooky History of Chiropratic
Float Tanks
EP003 Jason Wallace - Enjoying float tanks
with Jason Wallace
452: What Drug Companies Don't Want You to Know About CBD Oil (TWT)
Sawbones: CBD Oil
343 CBD Oil
with Ronnie McMullen
CBD Oil
Ep 51 | Headlines and Zoo Wars | Guest: Dr. Rachna Patel
with Dr. Rachna Patel
Learning About the Benefits of Salt Therapy with the Salty Sisters, Rosa Anderson, and Laura Ritch
with Rosa Anderson, Laura Ritch
Compression Therapy in Lipedema: Insights from a Pilot Study
with Lesley Keith
Why compression therapy has a demand all of its own
Episode 1324 - Compression therapy
with Alan
Episode 197 -- January 2024 -- Part 1 AFP: American Family Physician
Lymphedema Management - Compression & Therapy
with Kyle Rice
The Two-Minute Hack Every Computer Junkie Should Be Doing For Their Wrists | Mastering Nutrition #8
Peptides and BPC-157 for Pain: What's the deal?
Chronic Pain Relief & Posture Correction | Dr. Ryan Wohlfert
with Dr. Ryan Wohlfert
How to Fix Your Posture and Stay Pain-Free During Long Hours of Sitting
with Mike Jones
Stand Tall: The Surprising Health Risks of Poor Posture
How To Banish Forearm and Elbow Pain, Burn Calories, Build Endurance & Maintain Muscle While Writing.
with Joanna Penn
Strength in Suffering/ Glycine Miracle
with Joel Brind
Episode 90 The Powerful Practices Of Tai Chi & Qigong: Interview with Tish Oakley
with Tish Oakley
Leyla Weighs In: Rejuvenate with Tai Chi
Episode 1076 - Rich Marantz
with Rich Marantz
Tapping (EFT)
with John Welch
Brain Tapping
363: Mental Health: EFT (Tapping)
with Bev Narenberg
Tapping & EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique): Pseudoscience, Quackery or Wildly Effective Healing Modality?
with Nick Ortner
Ep. #949: Q&A: Dead Hangs, Greens Vs. Veggies, Saunas, Genetic Testing, and More
Episode #242: Everything You Need to Know About Castor Oil Packs: Benefits, How & When to Use, Etc.
80. The Benefits of Castor Oil Packs for PCOS, Endometriosis, Fibroids, Fertility, Digestion & More!
How Qigong Can Calm Your Mind and Body
with Ace Borrell, Peter Wayne
Percussive Massage Devices: Muscle Relief in the Palm of Your Hand
Therabody: Jason Wersland
with Jason Wersland
Massage Guns: Do or Don't?
493 - Do Percussion and Vibration Massagers Really Work?
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
#96 Understanding Whole Body Vibration For Neuropathy Pain And Bone Health Dr Conviser PowerPlate
with Dr. Jason Conviser
Whole Body Vibrational Plate Therapy with Dr. Jason Conviser
with Dr. Jason Conviser
Whole Body Vibration Training: Does it work? And what for?
Episode #55 Neurogenic Tremors for Trauma Release with David Berceli, PhD
with David Berceli
223: Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises [TRE]
with David Berceli
#121: An Introduction to Trauma & Tension Release Exercise (TRE) with Christa Bevan
with Christa Bevan
#206 Simple Solutions to Back, Knee and Shoe Pain with Anya of anyasreviews.com
with Anya Jensen
The Barefoot Advantage: Steve Sashen on Minimalist Footwear and Athletic Performance
with Steve Sashen
The Best and Worst Shoes for Chronic Pain with Galahad Clark
with Galahad Clark
195: Feet first
with Steve Sashen
S2E19 Autogenic Training for Pain + Anxiety
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy: Innovative Treatment for Tendon Conditions
with Dr. Jennifer Suhu
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy with Dr. Adam Tenforde
with Dr. Adam Tenforde
Accelerating Recovery: Shockwave Therapy for Athletic Bone Stress Injuries
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy in MSK Medicine with Dr. Adam Tenforde
with Dr. Adam Tenforde
Advanced Shockwave Therapy for Sexual Health and Musculoskeletal Pain
with Chris Lynn Chaluka
Should you try shockwave therapy for PHT recovery?
47. Where Did Shockwave Therapy Come From? How Does Shockwave Therapy Work? | The Shockwave Manifesto
What is Shockwave & Is It Effective?
The Mid-Level Show #016 | Explaining ESWT and HISwave
Top Sports Medicine Articles Podcast - ESWT for Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy
with Dr. Peter Rippey
HIIT Gone Bad & No More Barbell Bench Press? with Mike Boyle
with Mike Boyle
Emerging Trends in PRP Therapy
with Dr. Ricky Singh
Episode 21 - Platelets for Regeneration: PRP in musculoskeletal injuries.
with Dr. Mark Goodman
009: Cellular Medicine - Dr. David Harshfield - Part 2 of 2
with Dr. David Harshfield
008: Cellular Medicine - Dr. David Harshfield - Part 1
with Dr. David Harshfield
Platelet Rich Plasma(PRP)
with Dr. Jeff Piccirillo
Episode 1810 - Ultrasound-guided dry needling: is it necessary?
Episode 1897 - Do's and Don'ts of choosing dry needling education
Dry Needling
Dry Needling
Episode 1939 - Battling the bow: advancing needles through tough tissues
26. Diving into Hydrotherapy with Dr. Marcus Coplin
with Dr. Marcus Coplin
Dr. Mark Sircus – How He’s Using The BioMat With Great Success In His Health & Healing Protocols
with Dr. Mark Sircus
The Benefits of a BioMat for Detox, Stress, and Grounding The Body with Jennifer Horton
with Jennifer Horton
Be The Love: How We Heal Through Vulnerability | Sarah Prout
with Sarah Prout
The Fight For Medical Freedom | Jeff Witzeman
with Jeff Witzeman
798. The Power of Infrared Healing with Sunlighten Co-founder Connie Zack
with Connie Zack
PEMF + Infrared Sauna Blankets | Katie Kaps of HigherDOSE
with Katie Kaps
Trauma and Chronic Stress - How the Alexander Technique can Help
with Imogen Ragone
How To Blast The Brain With Energy by Using Red Light Therapy Headsets, Laser/LED Treatment For COVID, Instantly Shift the Brain Into A "Bliss" State & More
with Dr. Lew Lim
Destiny: Eileen McKusick, Tuning the Human Biofield
with Eileen McKusick
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
with Dr. Jason Sonners
Feldenkrais Method with Angela Mcmillan
with Angela McMillan
The Truth About Red Light Therapy and Using Light as Medicine
117: Playing with Movement | Todd Hargrove
with Todd Hargrove
Episode 1969 - Dry needling: expand your clinical targets with e-stim
with Paul Klorin
Stepping into Wellness: The Barefoot Revolution - With Anya, the Barefoot Shoe Queen
with Anya Jensen
CORDLESS PERCUSSIVE MASSAGE THERAPY for POWERFUL HEALING
with Dr. Warren Brule
817: Acupuncture | Skeptical Sunday
112. How to Struggle Less, Cultivate More Ease & Be Kinder To Yourself Through The Feldenkrais Method with Alan Questel
with Alan Questel
Dry Needling & the 4 Rs of Healing Pain: Reset, Repair, Replenish, Respect With Cristi Cuellar
with Cristi Cuellar
No. 26. Catherine Wycoff, Feldenkrais Practitioner talks about the Feldenkrais Method
with Catherine Wycoff
349: Get "Unstuck" With Biofield Tuning
with Eileen McKusick