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In today’s episode, you’re going to learn the new science of healing your body, stopping pain, and feeling better now. One of the world’s most respected neurosurgeons and medical experts alive is here to reveal the new frontiers in pain management and how you can feel better in your body starting today. Whether you’ve been living with a chronic condition, you’re dealing with an injury that just happened, or you’re listening for a loved one, you’re going to learn so much from our expert. Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD is a world-renowned neurosurgeon, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, “It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.” In this conversation, you’ll learn: -The new science of chronic pain -Why your pain is real, even when doctors can’t find the cause -The groundbreaking pain management options that are available to you that work with your body's natural intelligent systems of healing -How to prevent acute injuries from turning into chronic pain -How your nervous system stores pain -The 5 steps to start feeling better -The biggest myths about healing (and what you should never do right after an injury) -Specific interventions you can try, without medication or surgery, to start feeling better now -How to support a loved one who is in pain or dealing with a chronic illness You’ll walk away with a new understanding of pain and a real path to relief – starting today. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Change Your Body & Your Life in 1 Month: 4 Small Habits That Actually Work Connect with Mel: Get Mel’s newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration. Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram Mel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free Disclaimer
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It Doesn't Have to Hurt, Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life cover

Dr. Sanjay Gupta is here to unpack all of the exciting new research and science in his brand new book, It Doesn't Have to Hurt, Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.

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It Doesn't Have to Hurt cover
It Doesn't Have to Hurt
Dr. Sanjay Gupta

I'm so excited for your new New York Times bestselling book, It Doesn't Have to Hurt. We're going to talk all things about living a pain-free life based on the research and the science.

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Healing Back Pain cover

John Sarno, who anybody who reads about pain will know that name because he wrote a book about back pain. And he sort of really championed this idea of psychosomatic.

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Chronic Pain cover

The idea that maybe your pain is worse because you're not getting sleep, that bi-directional thing. Because I think most people think I'm not getting good sleep because of the pain.

ASIN: 0593086856
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The Opioid Epidemic cover

This book that I wrote is not about the opioid epidemic, although you can't talk about pain in this country without talking about it.

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The Body Keeps the Score cover
The Body Keeps the Score
Bessel van der Kolk

Dr. Sanjay Gupta references Bessel van der Kolk's book to discuss how the body retains memories of pain and trauma, suggesting that addressing these memories can help in pain management.

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this book cover

The dedication of the book is for the author's daughters and wife, expressing a desire to prevent pain for loved ones and to share stories of hope and healing for those with chronic pain.

ASIN: B0F7G5W32L
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