You’ve been experiencing pain for a long time now. Unfortunately there is no magic drug, no special massage or manipulation. This is a complex problem and it can only be solved with patience, persistence and courage! Stay positive, understand this may be a long...
Have you heard about oxytocin? Oxytocin is a neuropeptide produced mainly in the thalamus and released from the pituitary gland. A good dose of oxytocin has analgesic properties. There are scientific studies that suggest that enhanced oxytocin levels may decrease pain...
Imagine the royal family has asked you to look after the crown jewels worth a million dollars for a week. Where would you keep them? (Here you are looking for the answer ‘in a safe’). Exactly! Just like us – our most precious bit is our brain and we...
The body tells the brain when it is in danger (we call this ‘Nociception’), not when its in pain. Ultimately the brain is boss it doesn’t have to listen to the danger messages that come in from the body and may contribute to pain. Mind you, it is...
Pain looks after you, it keeps you out of trouble. Although it feels unpleasant, it causes you to change when you’re in trouble, helps you learn and guides healing. See; pain’s a really good thing – we’re lucky to have it, but it cops a lot of bad press....
