TMHS 692: How to Heal Faster from Injuries, Eliminate Pain, & Master Rehab Science – with Dr. Tom Walters

The Model Health Show

Shawn Stevenson

Fitness, Health & Fitness, Nutrition

4.8 • 7.3K Ratings

🗓️ 4 June 2023

⏱️ 84 minutes

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Summary

No one is immune from pain and injuries; they’re an inevitable part of life. Luckily, our bodies are incredible in their capacity to heal and recover. But if you want to heal faster and more effectively, having a foundational understanding of pain science can yield incredible results. Today’s guest, Dr. Tom Walters, is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist and strength and conditioning specialist. In this interview, he’s sharing principles from his new book, Rehab Science. We’re going to cover exactly how pain is created in the body, how to heal from injuries faster, and the role of the brain and nervous system in managing pain. You’re going to learn the science behind pain, tips for faster recovery, and the basics of wound healing. Dr. Tom Walters is a true expert in all things physical therapy, and I know you’re going to find his insights valuable. So click play, listen in, and enjoy the show! In this episode you’ll discover: Why pain education is so important. The definition of pain. How the potential for tissue damage can create pain in the body. What nociception is. The psychological factors that can influence pain. What the biopsychosocial model of physical therapy is. How the sensitivity of the nervous system can affect the sensation of pain. The truth about immobilizing an injury. Why pain and injury recovery require active participation. The fascinating link between the immune system and pain sensors. What flexion sensitivity is. The connection between depression and low back pain. Main differences between injury and pain. Three basic phases of wound healing. Items mentioned in this episode include: Beekeepersnaturals.com/model -- Save 20% on raw honey & other natural remedies! PaleoValley.com/model -- Use code MODEL for 15% off! Rehab Science by Dr. Tom Walters Connect with Dr. Tom Walters Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud Download Transcript

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0:00.0	You are now listening to The Model Health Show with Sean Stevenson.
0:04.0	For more, visit TheModelHealthShow.com.
0:08.0	Welcome to The Model Health Show.
0:13.0	This is Fitness and Nutrition expert Sean Stevenson, and I'm so grateful for you tuning in with me today.
0:18.0	Pain and injuries are an inevitable part of life.
0:22.0	Nobody's making it through this human experience unscathed.
0:26.0	Now, here's the thing.
0:28.0	We don't often get educated about how to recover from injuries effectively.
0:33.0	What does the latest science say?
0:35.0	And also, how is our body associating and creating pain in the first place?
0:40.0	Is pain simply due to some mechanical insult?
0:44.0	Or is there something far more complex at play?
0:48.0	If you've been wanting to find a way to get out of pain or to have strategies to help somebody that you care about,
0:54.0	or in particular, have any things in your superhero utility belt to help you to heal and get over pain,
1:01.0	to dress chronic pain and or even acute pain when you're injured,
1:05.0	if you want to have these strategies there when you need them, which I highly, highly recommend that you do,
1:10.0	this episode is for you.
1:12.0	This is going to change the game when helping to understand what pain actually is,
1:18.0	and how to intelligently recover from injuries and pain whenever life presents its inevitable problems.
1:26.0	Now, before we get to our special guest, I want you to keep in mind that it's not just a mechanical insult
1:32.0	or some kind of trauma that can trigger pain.
1:35.0	And we're going to really deconstruct that on this episode.
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