Does Pain management therapy really work?

Unlock a new understanding of pain with this episode of The Empowerment Hour. Host Joss Blake dives deep into pain management—exploring Gate Theory, movement therapy, acupuncture, and advanced procedures like neurolysis. Discover why pressing your thumb warms more than comfort—it activates larger nerve fibers that literally close the pain gate. Learn how gentle exercise heals chronic back pain, breaks the fear-avoidance cycle, and builds muscle memory for long-term relief. Explore how acupuncture, including PENS, merges ancient wisdom and neuroscience to reduce pain, improve sleep, and decrease opioid use—backed by clinical studies. And when conservative treatments aren't enough, understand when and why targeted nerve-blocking neurolysis offers relief—including radiofrequency ablation, cryotherapy, and chemical neurolysis for lasting results.

Perfect for anyone battling chronic pain, sports injuries, sciatica, fibromyalgia, or seeking non-opioid pain relief strategies, this episode blends pain education, mental health, physical therapy, and holistic healing. Empower yourself with science-backed, practical steps—from home remedies like heat and stretching to cutting-edge medical interventions.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) The Pain Chronicles: A Journey Through Modern Pain Management

(01:32) Understanding How Pain Really Works

(05:17) Movement as Medicine – The Counterintuitive Power of Exercise

(10:55) Acupuncture—Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science

(17:30) What to Do When Conservative Approaches Aren't Enough?

(23:35) High-Tech Solutions – When Technology Eases Pain

(31:55) Precision Medicine – Targeting Specific Types of Pain

(39:24) The Human Factors – How Gender and Age Shape Pain Experience

(47:22) Integration and Future Directions – Putting It All Together