{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66e2f9d0547e9546dfa1c38f/6ad7bc7f85adacac7d72947e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Understanding and Overcoming Pain: Types, Diagnosis, and Paths to Healing","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66e2f9d0547e9546dfa1c38f/1792522824683-b1a16f0b-a561-4853-a5cd-e3a3d52d4c58.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of Made to Be Whole, Krista Michener explores the multifaceted world of pain—what it means to live with pain, how to understand its sources, and strategies for effective diagnosis and relief. Drawing upon personal experience and clinical insight, Krista Michener breaks down the categories of pain (acute, chronic, nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic), discusses the critical importance of correctly diagnosing pain, and examines both traditional and alternative approaches that aid healing. Learn how realistic expectations, compassionate support, and a holistic approach can help you manage pain and reclaim your wholeness.</p><h2></h2><h2><strong>Topics discussed in this episode:</strong></h2><ul><li>Life Is Pain: Embracing Realistic Expectations</li><li>Defining Types of Physical Pain: Acute, Chronic, Nociceptive, Neuropathic, and Nociplastic</li><li>Diagnosing Pain: The Importance of Accurate Assessment and Imaging</li><li>The Role of Therapeutic Professionals: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Acupuncture, Massage, and Chiropractic Care</li><li>Inflammation, Infection, and Genetic Influences on Pain</li><li>Structural vs. Inflammatory Pain: Pathways to Targeted Treatment</li><li>Self-Pay vs. Insurance: Navigating the Cost of Imaging and Care</li><li>Building a Toolbox: Combining Strategies for Chronic Pain Management</li><li>Hope and Resilience: Adapting and Thriving Despite Pain</li></ul><h2></h2><p>Share your own pain management tips or questions for Krista Michener—call in to the podcast line!</p><p>Explore resources and integrative approaches at<a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> </a><u><a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/</a></u>.</p><p>Remember to check in with yourself—what’s one thing you can do today to nurture your own wholeness?</p><p><br></p><p>Stay tuned, and remember: You were made to be whole.</p><p>All resources mentioned on the show can be found at:<a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> </a><u><a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/</a></u></p><p>Any references to any particular people, including family, have been shared with prior consent.</p><p>Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands. Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.</p>","author_name":"Krista Michener"}