Pain That Persists: Why It Happens and How to Reclaim Control

The IVY Drip

Ever woken up with an ache that just won’t quit? You're not alone. From back pain to knee pain to that stubborn crick in your neck, everyone has advice—but not all of it helps. So, how do you stop a minor pain from turning into a chronic condition?

This episode might just change how you think about pain entirely.

We’re joined by Dr. Sheba Shah, an interventional pain specialist who’s helped hundreds of patients break the cycle of chronic pain. She explains why the way we understand pain could be part of the problem—and reveals what actually works when it comes to lasting relief.

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Chapters

1. Pain That Persists: Why It Happens and How to Reclaim Control (00:00:00)

2. Introduction to Dr. Sheba Shah (00:00:43)

3. Surprising Facts About How Back Pain Starts (00:03:20)

4. The Role of Imaging in Diagnosing Back Pain - It's Not the Whole Story (00:05:04)

5. Acute Pain vs. Chronic Pain (00:13:10)

6. The Brain's Role in Pain Perception (00:14:30)

7. How the Brain Creates Pain Memory (00:17:30)

8. Fear of Movement: Understanding Fear Avoidance Behavior (00:20:44)

9. Factors that Contribute to Chronic Pain (00:26:13)

10. Why Do Some People Develop Persistent Pain and Other Don't? (00:28:20)

11. Treatment Options Other than Opioids and Surgery (00:31:45)

12. The Myths and Realities of Opioids (00:37:04)

13. Invasive and Minimally Invasive Treatment Options (00:44:12)

14. Finding Hope and Support in Pain Management (00:48:04)

15. Take Back Control: First Steps (00:48:56)

16. How to Find the Right Doctor to Treat You (00:52:41)