Pain control and accelerated healing through neuroscience
About this podcast
Dive deep into the science of pain with this insightful episode, exploring how and why pain manifests in the body and brain. Discover actionable strategies to actively control your experience of pain and accelerate healing. Topics covered include the intricate relationship between inflammation, stress, and pain, as well as the roles of acupuncture, limb damage, and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Learn about innovative protocols leveraging the lymphatic and nervous systems for rapid pain relief and recovery. The episode also discusses the impact of heat versus cold on neurons and wounds, alongside emerging therapies such as red-light, sunlight, and stem cells, offering a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing pain.
podcaster host & Guests
Andrew Huberman
neuroscientist podcaster
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