Unweaving the Tapestry of Pain: A Journey Beyond the Physical with Katie Rothwell | E103

This episode of "Brain Health: Unchaining Your Pain" features pain therapist Katie Rothwell, who shares her journey with chronic pain. She discusses how pain isn’t just physical but also linked to emotions and stress. Her struggles with back pain while solo parenting and serving in the military shaped her perspective. This led her to develop the "Beat Pain" approach to help others regain control.

Katie explains how brain health affects pain perception and how stress amplified her suffering. A TED Talk by Lorimer Moseley helped her understand pain as a brain-processed experience. By changing her mindset and lifestyle, she found lasting relief. Now, she empowers others to break free from chronic pain and reclaim their lives.

Discussed in the episode:
00:02:21 Dr. Ruth welcomes guest Katie Rothwell and introduces her background in pain therapy
00:03:01 Talks about the brain-body connection and the role of stress in chronic pain
00:04:01 How stress, lifestyle, and environmental factors impact brain health and pain
00:05:31 Describes how back pain hit her suddenly while caring for her toddler
00:07:01 Discusses initial treatment with painkillers, anti-inflammatories, and rehab
00:09:01 Talks about being in the military, spinal rehab programs, and temporary relief methods
00:11:31 Discovers massage therapy, cranial sacral therapy, and the role of neuroscience in pain
00:14:01 Managing pain while solo parenting due to husband’s military assignment
00:16:01 Links major life stressors (moving, parenting alone, sleep deprivation) to pain episodes
00:18:31 Discusses moving to Saudi Arabia, parenting alone, and dealing with housing issues
00:20:01 Talks about housing instability and how stress influenced her pain
00:22:01 Highlights the connection between stress, trauma, and chronic pain
00:24:01 Discusses subconscious mind’s role in pain perception and awareness
00:26:31 Talks about societal influences on pain, including relationships and lifestyle
00:30:01 The impact of spirituality and a sense of purpose in healing pain
00:34:01 Shares personal journey of becoming a physiotherapist and pain specialist
00:38:01 Talks about how knowledge and continuous learning helped her become pain-free
00:42:01 Discusses how nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle choices affect pain management
00:46:01 Importance of self-empowerment instead of relying on quick fixes for pain
00:50:01 Talks about brain health, emotional trauma, and their connection to chronic pain
00:54:01 Discusses historical perspectives on healing, from ancient tribes to modern medicine
00:58:01 Talks about emotional release through singing and how it supports healing
01:02:01 Importance of community, connection, and empowering oneself in healing
01:06:01 Closing remarks, and final reflections on pain management.

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Related episodes, books, topics and events:
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E74 The Psychological Impact of Trauma
E94 How to manage chronic pain: the pain free MINDSET approach

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