Rewired from Pain

If you've heard that before, I want you to know something:
You are not broken. You are not imagining it. And you are not out of options.

Most of the people I work with have tried medications, physio, massage - sometimes for years. They've done everything right. The pain stuck around anyway.

Here's what most of us were never taught: pain isn't always a damage alarm. It's produced by the brain as a protective response, and sometimes, the nervous system learns to stay in protection mode long after the original injury has healed. Scans come back clear. But the alarm keeps going off.

Think of it like a smoke detector that's been set to extra sensitive. It's not broken, it's just doing its job a little too well. Going off for toast. For candles. For preheating the oven.
That's what persistent pain often is. A nervous system that has learned to be overprotective.

And here's the part that changes everything for most people:
If your nervous system learned to be extra-protective, it can also learn to feel safe again.

That's what modern pain science is about. Not "it's all in your head." Not pushing through. Not another round of treatments that address the symptom without addressing the system.

I'm putting together a free 20-minute presentation that walks through exactly this - what pain actually is, why it persists, and what you can do about it starting right now.

If you've been living with pain that doesn't make sense, this might be the missing piece.
Follow to learn more, or find me at Renewell Care.

Find me over at Renewell Care in Shering Spaces!

Allison is a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner trained at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy. With over 5000 hours of education and clinical practice, she helps patients restore balance and health through gentle, hands-on treatment.

Osteopathy is a drug-free, non-invasive therapy that supports the whole body—joints, muscles, spine, circulation, and more. Allison tailors every treatment to each person, helping the body do what it does best: heal itself.

✨ She’s excited to welcome new patients and support their journey to better health! ✨

www.renewellcare.com
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317 Market Ave Grand Forks BC
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🤔 Ever wondered what an Osteopath does? 🤷‍♀️

An Osteopath is a healthcare professional who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal and related disorders, using a variety of manual techniques to improve the body's function and overall wellbeing.

Osteopaths use a holistic approach, considering the physical, emotional, and environmental factors that may be contributing to your symptoms. They don't just treat the symptoms, but work to identify and address the underlying causes of pain and discomfort.

Osteopathic treatment can help with a wide range of conditions, including:
🔹 Back pain, sciatica, and disc problems 🔹 Neck pain, headaches, and migraines 🔹 Joint pain, arthritis, and sports injuries 🔹 Muscle tension, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain 🔹 Digestive issues, such as constipation and bloating 🔹 Sinus problems, allergies, and respiratory issues

During a treatment session, an Osteopath may use a variety of techniques, including:
🔹 Soft tissue massage and manipulation 🔹 Joint mobilization and articulation 🔹 Cranial osteopathy (gentle manipulation of the skull and facial bones) 🔹 Visceral manipulation (gentle manipulation of the abdominal organs)

By improving the body's structure and function, Osteopathy can help you feel more relaxed, flexible, and energized, and can even support your overall health and wellness. 🌟

So, if you're looking for a holistic approach to healthcare that addresses the root causes of your symptoms, consider consulting an Osteopath!

🔷 September is Pain Awareness Month 🔷

This year, International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) will focus on the vital importance of an individualized, multidisciplinary, and multimodal approach to pain care and has named 2023 the Global Year for Integrative Pain Care 🫱🏼‍🫲🏾.

Chronic pain is complex and therefore can best be conceptualized in a biopsychosocial framework. As such, it is suggested that persistent pain is best addressed by integrating different management and treatment approaches, including osteopathy.

Learn more abut the IASP's stance on integrative care for pain management and the inclusion of manual therapy within clinical guidelines for non-specific musculoskeletal pain management, for both acute and persistent pain.

https://www.iasp-pain.org/resources/fact-sheets/integrated-manual-therapies/