Alter Life
Your perception shapes your reality. Alter Life is about shaking up stale thoughts, letting go of limiting beliefs, and exploring new ways to feel better, think clearer, and live more fully. This podcast dives into the deep connections between mindset, health, and consciousness—helping you thrive in your authenticity. From holistic health and nutrition to personal growth and expanded awareness, we explore what it really means to live well and feel fulfilled.
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#267 | MM - Healing Back Pain & Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS)
Ugh... back pain. We've probably all had it, or at least 80% of us will, according to the NIH.
It can be a real pain in the butt! Or sometimes neck.... or hip... or.... you get the idea!
Sadly, over half of the population has back pain that persists for 5+ years with 200 BILLION dollars being spent treating the symptoms... yes, treating symptoms.
In this week's episode, we talk about the root cause of 99.9% of back pain which is almost NEVER addressed by any doctor, chiropractor, physical therapist, or any other well-meaning physical medicine practitioner.
*This topic is very timely for us, Dr. Susanna in particular, as she is right in the midst of Healing Back Pain. She shares a bit of her story and journey today.
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Some highlights from today's MM episode...
- People are so often told their back pain is due to: Herniated discs, osteoarthritis / degenerated disc disease, “Pinched nerve”, “Sciatica”, osteophytes / bone spurs, spondylolisthesis
- People are told and reaffirmed that their backs are fragile and vulnerable and they must be sure not to "injur" or "aggravate"
- The underlying cause of back pain stress/tension (Tension Myositis Syndrome or TMS) according to the work of Dr. Sarno
- Back pain is a physical symptom with psychological roots
- Most feel it easier and more socially acceptable to deal with physical pain than emotional issues
- The “Goodists” or “Perfectionists” tend to be most vulnerable
- Conventional treatments fail to address the root of the issue: Anti-inflammatories, Physical therapy, Chiropractic, Massage, Spinal Traction, Yoga, Rest, Surgery, Etc, etc, etc.......
- Tensionmyositis is also a probable root cause of many other chronic pain conditions
Books and Resources Referenced in the episode
- Healing Back Pain - https://amzn.to/3sUmac0
- The Mind Body Prescription - https://amzn.to/3mTz1aG
- The Divided Mind - https://amzn.to/3pOqV4R
- All The Rage Documentary - http://alltheragedoc.com
- Episode 74 of Alter Your Health - https://podcast.alter.health/74
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Peace and Love.
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