https://dev.f22designs.com/christo/category/radio-shows/ America's first radio talk show dedicated to overcoming chronic pain. Hear exclusive interviews and personal stories from celebrity guests. No one is immune to pain, but together we can overcome it. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:38:06 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://paulchristomd.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-drp2-1-32x32.png https://dev.f22designs.com/christo/category/radio-shows/ 32 32 noThe views and opinions expressed in this radio program are solely the views of Dr. Paul Christo and do not necessarily express the views of Sirius radio, XM Radio, any other media provider or channel on which this show is available, or Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, nor do any of the foregoing endorse Dr. Paul Christo or any content herein. This show provides medical information, not advice. Please consult your personal physician before engaging in any course of treatments or use of any of the techniques or products discussed on this show. Discussion of particular uses of products on this show has not been approved by any of the manufacturers of such products.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addictionAmerica's first radio talk show dedicated to overcoming chronic pain. Hear exclusive interviews and personal stories from celebrity guests. No one is immune to pain, but together we can overcome it. Aches & GainsDr. Paul Christograsswindmarketing@gmail.comDr. Paul Christo https://paulchristomd.com/tumor-agnostic-her2-cancer-care-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tumor-agnostic-her2-cancer-care-part-ii Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:04:55 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14943 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noCancer care is rapidly shifting toward precision medicine—treatment guided by a tumor’s biology and biomarkers rather than where it starts in the body. HER2 is a protein on some cancer cells that can drive tumor growth. In this episode, we explore what it means for HER2 to be a target across multiple solid tumors, how […]Dr. Paul ChristoCancer care is rapidly shifting toward precision medicine—treatment guided by a tumor’s biology and biomarkers rather than where it starts in the body. HER2 is a protein on some cancer cells that can drive tumor growth. In this episode, we explore what it means for HER2 to be a target across multiple solid tumors, how […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/tumor-agnostic-her2-cancer-care-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tumor-agnostic-her2-cancer-care-part-i Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:04:02 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14941 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noCancer care is rapidly shifting toward precision medicine—treatment guided by a tumor’s biology and biomarkers rather than where it starts in the body. HER2 is a protein on some cancer cells that can drive tumor growth. In this episode, we explore what it means for HER2 to be a target across multiple solid tumors, how […]Dr. Paul ChristoCancer care is rapidly shifting toward precision medicine—treatment guided by a tumor’s biology and biomarkers rather than where it starts in the body. HER2 is a protein on some cancer cells that can drive tumor growth. In this episode, we explore what it means for HER2 to be a target across multiple solid tumors, how […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/acute-myeloid-leukemia-part-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acute-myeloid-leukemia-part-2 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:33:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14902 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noLeukemia is a medical term for cancer of the blood cells. Acute Myeloid Leukemia, known as AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults. AML is rapidly lethal if untreated, but overall survival has improved for those under age 65 from just 8 months in the late 1970s to 46 months in 2014. We’ll have […]Dr. Paul ChristoLeukemia is a medical term for cancer of the blood cells. Acute Myeloid Leukemia, known as AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults. AML is rapidly lethal if untreated, but overall survival has improved for those under age 65 from just 8 months in the late 1970s to 46 months in 2014. We’ll have […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/acute-myeloid-leukemia-part-1/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acute-myeloid-leukemia-part-1 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:30:57 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14898 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noLeukemia is a medical term for cancer of the blood cells. Acute Myeloid Leukemia, known as AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults. AML is rapidly lethal if untreated, but overall survival has improved for those under age 65 from just 8 months in the late 1970s to 46 months in 2014. We’ll have […]Dr. Paul ChristoLeukemia is a medical term for cancer of the blood cells. Acute Myeloid Leukemia, known as AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults. AML is rapidly lethal if untreated, but overall survival has improved for those under age 65 from just 8 months in the late 1970s to 46 months in 2014. We’ll have […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/multimodal-analgesia-for-acute-pain-and-seglentis-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=multimodal-analgesia-for-acute-pain-and-seglentis-part-ii Fri, 05 Jan 2024 00:28:51 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14882 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is available that combines tramadol, a weak opioid […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is available that combines tramadol, a weak opioid […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/multimodal-analgesia-for-acute-pain-and-seglentis-parti/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=multimodal-analgesia-for-acute-pain-and-seglentis-parti Fri, 05 Jan 2024 00:27:23 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14878 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is available that combines tramadol, a weak opioid […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is available that combines tramadol, a weak opioid […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/reactiv8-for-chronic-low-back-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reactiv8-for-chronic-low-back-pain-part-ii Fri, 10 Mar 2023 23:29:06 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14778 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine […]Dr. Paul ChristoChronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/reactiv8-for-chronic-low-back-pain-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reactiv8-for-chronic-low-back-pain-part-i Fri, 10 Mar 2023 23:28:09 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14774 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine […]Dr. Paul ChristoChronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/american-academy-of-pain-medicine-mit-pain-innovation-challenge/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=american-academy-of-pain-medicine-mit-pain-innovation-challenge Wed, 01 Mar 2023 22:13:43 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14741 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) hosts the one of a kind, AAPM-MIT Hacking Medicine Innovation Challenge. Companies from around the world apply for the chance to pitch their ideas and solutions in a “shark tank” style competition. We feature two of the winners of the 2022 challenge:  Sana Health with its visual and auditory […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) hosts the one of a kind, AAPM-MIT Hacking Medicine Innovation Challenge. Companies from around the world apply for the chance to pitch their ideas and solutions in a “shark tank” style competition. We feature two of the winners of the 2022 challenge:  Sana Health with its visual and auditory […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/treating-postoperative-pain-without-opioids-zynrelef/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=treating-postoperative-pain-without-opioids-zynrelef Fri, 17 Feb 2023 16:29:17 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14727 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMultimodal analgesia is an alternative to opioids that uses more than one medication or technique for pain relief. Zynrelef® is an extended release, non-opioid medication that treats postoperative pain and inflammation. It’s applied without a needle directly into the surgical site. Pharmacist, Dr. Kevin Warner will talk about the state of postoperative pain care, the […]Dr. Paul ChristoMultimodal analgesia is an alternative to opioids that uses more than one medication or technique for pain relief. Zynrelef® is an extended release, non-opioid medication that treats postoperative pain and inflammation. It’s applied without a needle directly into the surgical site. Pharmacist, Dr. Kevin Warner will talk about the state of postoperative pain care, the […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/new-insights-into-stomach-cancer-part-3/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-insights-into-stomach-cancer-part-3 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 18:47:49 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14233 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noGastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. In our final show, Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School will […]Dr. Paul ChristoGastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. In our final show, Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School will […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/new-insights-into-stomach-cancer-part-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-insights-into-stomach-cancer-part-2 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 22:49:50 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14213 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noGastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School  delves into common symptoms, diagnosis, […]Dr. Paul ChristoGastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School  delves into common symptoms, diagnosis, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/new-insights-into-stomach-cancer-part-1/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-insights-into-stomach-cancer-part-1 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 22:48:54 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=14210 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noGastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Our guest is Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He’ll explain the risk […]Dr. Paul ChristoGastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Our guest is Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He’ll explain the risk […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/a-new-option-for-cluster-headache-gammacore-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-new-option-for-cluster-headache-gammacore-part-ii Mon, 29 Nov 2021 01:45:54 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=13108 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noGammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared.  Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of function, and emotional well-being. Then, Dr. Stephen Silberstein, Professor […]Dr. Paul ChristoGammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared.  Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of function, and emotional well-being. Then, Dr. Stephen Silberstein, Professor […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/a-new-option-for-cluster-headache-gammacore-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-new-option-for-cluster-headache-gammacore-part-i Mon, 29 Nov 2021 01:42:01 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=13099 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noGammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared.  Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of function, and emotional well-being. Then, Dr. Stephen Silberstein, Professor […]Dr. Paul ChristoGammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared.  Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of function, and emotional well-being. Then, Dr. Stephen Silberstein, Professor […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/benzodiazepine-withdrawal-syndrome-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=benzodiazepine-withdrawal-syndrome-part-ii Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:19:53 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=11602 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIt’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest shares her five and a half year battle with this protracted withdrawal syndrome. […]Dr. Paul ChristoIt’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest shares her five and a half year battle with this protracted withdrawal syndrome. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/benzodiazepine-withdrawal-syndrome-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=benzodiazepine-withdrawal-syndrome-part-i Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:17:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=11596 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIt’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest shares her five and a half year battle with this protracted withdrawal syndrome. […]Dr. Paul ChristoIt’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest shares her five and a half year battle with this protracted withdrawal syndrome. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/recovery-from-pain-and-addiction-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recovery-from-pain-and-addiction-part-ii Mon, 23 Sep 2019 15:31:08 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=10671 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)no  A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that she almost lost. Then Dr. Greg Hobelmann, chief medical […]Dr. Paul Christo  A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that she almost lost. Then Dr. Greg Hobelmann, chief medical […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/recovery-from-pain-and-addiction-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recovery-from-pain-and-addiction-part-i Mon, 23 Sep 2019 15:28:48 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=10667 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)no  A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that she almost lost. Then Dr. Greg Hobelmann, chief medical […]Dr. Paul Christo  A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that she almost lost. Then Dr. Greg Hobelmann, chief medical […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/naloxone-the-antidote-for-opioid-overdose/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=naloxone-the-antidote-for-opioid-overdose Tue, 27 Aug 2019 14:38:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=10618 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that Americans are more likely to die from an opioid overdose than a motor vehicle crash? A lifesaving drug called naloxone can make the difference between life and death from an opioid overdose. Today’s show will give us an in-depth look at this drug. Does it really save lives, when do we […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that Americans are more likely to die from an opioid overdose than a motor vehicle crash? A lifesaving drug called naloxone can make the difference between life and death from an opioid overdose. Today’s show will give us an in-depth look at this drug. Does it really save lives, when do we […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/lyme-disease-and-post-lyme-disease-syndrome-featuring-ally-hilfiger-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lyme-disease-and-post-lyme-disease-syndrome-featuring-ally-hilfiger-part-ii Fri, 02 Aug 2019 00:06:06 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=10581 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome (PLDS). Ally continues to […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome (PLDS). Ally continues to […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/lyme-disease-and-post-lyme-disease-syndrome-featuring-ally-hilfiger-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lyme-disease-and-post-lyme-disease-syndrome-featuring-ally-hilfiger-part-i Fri, 02 Aug 2019 00:03:43 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=10576 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome (PLDS). We’ll first hear […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome (PLDS). We’ll first hear […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/dr-travis-stork-pain-emergency-department/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dr-travis-stork-pain-emergency-department Tue, 13 Feb 2018 00:32:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=8833 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine having a throbbing headache for 3 days, or severe back pain that immobilizes you, or even a broken bone from tripping and falling on the ice. Where do you go for relief? Most of the time, we go to the emergency room. Our guests are two experienced emergency room physicians who will describe how […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine having a throbbing headache for 3 days, or severe back pain that immobilizes you, or even a broken bone from tripping and falling on the ice. Where do you go for relief? Most of the time, we go to the emergency room. Our guests are two experienced emergency room physicians who will describe how […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/stimrouter-peripheral-nerve-stimulation-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stimrouter-peripheral-nerve-stimulation-part-ii Tue, 05 Dec 2017 00:20:32 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=8647 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noElectrical stimulation of single nerves that cause pain, called peripheral nerve stimulation offers a way to control pain without accessing the spinal cord. A new device called StimRouter is minimally invasive, and designed for patients with certain kinds of neuropathic pain in the arms, legs, pelvis, and trunk. Kaye Gagnon will share firsthand how this […]Dr. Paul ChristoElectrical stimulation of single nerves that cause pain, called peripheral nerve stimulation offers a way to control pain without accessing the spinal cord. A new device called StimRouter is minimally invasive, and designed for patients with certain kinds of neuropathic pain in the arms, legs, pelvis, and trunk. Kaye Gagnon will share firsthand how this […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/elephants-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elephants-pain-part-ii Mon, 25 Sep 2017 23:57:14 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=7381 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noCancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine Doyle, Director of Science, Research, and Advocacy for the Performing […]Dr. Paul ChristoCancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine Doyle, Director of Science, Research, and Advocacy for the Performing […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/elephants-in-pain-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elephants-in-pain-part-i Mon, 25 Sep 2017 23:55:03 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=7378 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noCancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine Doyle, Director of Science, Research, and Advocacy for the Performing Animal […]Dr. Paul ChristoCancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine Doyle, Director of Science, Research, and Advocacy for the Performing Animal […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/women-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=women-pain-part-ii Sun, 16 Jul 2017 17:02:26 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=7145 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)no  Do women experience more pain than men? Is pain more severe in women? Or, are women just overly emotional about their pain? Jennifer Bolen, an attorney and founder of The Legal Side of Pain shares how her own struggle with pain has given her firsthand knowledge of gender disparities in the medical system. Then […]Dr. Paul Christo  Do women experience more pain than men? Is pain more severe in women? Or, are women just overly emotional about their pain? Jennifer Bolen, an attorney and founder of The Legal Side of Pain shares how her own struggle with pain has given her firsthand knowledge of gender disparities in the medical system. Then […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/coach-lou-holtz/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=coach-lou-holtz Sun, 04 Jun 2017 15:35:03 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=6844 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noLou Holtz is one of the most successful college football coaches of all time. He’s not only seen injury and pain on the football field, but has experienced and overcome pain himself. He also supported his wife in a caregiving role during her bout with the pain of throat cancer. We’ll hear how he moved […]Dr. Paul ChristoLou Holtz is one of the most successful college football coaches of all time. He’s not only seen injury and pain on the football field, but has experienced and overcome pain himself. He also supported his wife in a caregiving role during her bout with the pain of throat cancer. We’ll hear how he moved […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/high-frequency-spinal-cord-stimulation-part-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=high-frequency-spinal-cord-stimulation-part-2 Fri, 19 May 2017 19:11:12 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=6625 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNeurostimulation is advancing in exciting ways. One such innovation is called high frequency spinal cord stimulation which does not cause a tingling sensation. In fact, it just replaces the pain, with pain relief. Studies suggest that it may better control chronic low back pain too. Robin describes how this new spinal cord stimulator changed her […]Dr. Paul ChristoNeurostimulation is advancing in exciting ways. One such innovation is called high frequency spinal cord stimulation which does not cause a tingling sensation. In fact, it just replaces the pain, with pain relief. Studies suggest that it may better control chronic low back pain too. Robin describes how this new spinal cord stimulator changed her […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/high-frequency-spinal-cord-stimulation-part/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=high-frequency-spinal-cord-stimulation-part Fri, 19 May 2017 19:09:16 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=6621 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNeurostimulation is advancing in exciting ways. One such innovation is called high frequency spinal cord stimulation which does not cause a tingling sensation. In fact, it just replaces the pain, with pain relief. Studies suggest that it may better control chronic low back pain too. Robin describes how this new spinal cord stimulator changed her […]Dr. Paul ChristoNeurostimulation is advancing in exciting ways. One such innovation is called high frequency spinal cord stimulation which does not cause a tingling sensation. In fact, it just replaces the pain, with pain relief. Studies suggest that it may better control chronic low back pain too. Robin describes how this new spinal cord stimulator changed her […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/stress-stress-part/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stress-stress-part Mon, 06 Feb 2017 15:08:49 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=6028 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever wondered whether stress triggers that nagging backache or headache? Our guest, Dr. Kathleen Hall, is an international stress expert that has worked with several Fortune 500 companies on stress and work life balance. She’s also the founder of The Stress Institute® and Mindful Living Network®. We’ll find out firsthand just how to […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever wondered whether stress triggers that nagging backache or headache? Our guest, Dr. Kathleen Hall, is an international stress expert that has worked with several Fortune 500 companies on stress and work life balance. She’s also the founder of The Stress Institute® and Mindful Living Network®. We’ll find out firsthand just how to […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/gunnar-peterson-functional-fitness-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gunnar-peterson-functional-fitness-pain-part-ii Mon, 12 Dec 2016 13:37:37 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5856 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noPain often leads to restricted movements, changes in posture, and ultimately a more sedentary life. Exercise offers much more pain relief than you might imagine, especially a program that emphasizes functional training. Gunnar Peterson, trainer for professional athletes and stars like Jennifer Lopez and Sylvester Stallone, shares how his exercise program can reduce and resist […]Dr. Paul ChristoPain often leads to restricted movements, changes in posture, and ultimately a more sedentary life. Exercise offers much more pain relief than you might imagine, especially a program that emphasizes functional training. Gunnar Peterson, trainer for professional athletes and stars like Jennifer Lopez and Sylvester Stallone, shares how his exercise program can reduce and resist […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/gunnar-peterson-functional-fitness-pain-part/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gunnar-peterson-functional-fitness-pain-part Mon, 05 Dec 2016 14:00:31 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5838 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noPain often leads to restricted movements, changes in posture, and ultimately a more sedentary life. Exercise offers much more pain relief than you might imagine, especially a program that emphasizes functional training. Gunnar Peterson, trainer for professional athletes and stars like Jennifer Lopez and Sylvester Stallone shares how his exercise program can reduce and resist pain.Dr. Paul ChristoPain often leads to restricted movements, changes in posture, and ultimately a more sedentary life. Exercise offers much more pain relief than you might imagine, especially a program that emphasizes functional training. Gunnar Peterson, trainer for professional athletes and stars like Jennifer Lopez and Sylvester Stallone shares how his exercise program can reduce and resist pain.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-perfection-ballet-dancers-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-perfection-ballet-dancers-part-ii Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:15:15 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5740 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noProfessional ballet dancers train their bodies for high performance aerobic endurance, muscular strength, and good joint stability. But, they risk significant musculoskeletal injury from the demands of training and performance. Mary Helen Bowers, acclaimed ballerina who trained Natalie Portman for her Academy Award winning role in Black Swan shares how she overcame her own injuries […]Dr. Paul ChristoProfessional ballet dancers train their bodies for high performance aerobic endurance, muscular strength, and good joint stability. But, they risk significant musculoskeletal injury from the demands of training and performance. Mary Helen Bowers, acclaimed ballerina who trained Natalie Portman for her Academy Award winning role in Black Swan shares how she overcame her own injuries […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-perfection-ballet-dancers-part/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-perfection-ballet-dancers-part Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:53:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5681 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noProfessional ballet dancers train their bodies for high performance aerobic endurance, muscular strength, and good joint stability. But, they risk significant musculoskeletal injury from the demands of training and performance. Mary Helen Bowers, acclaimed ballerina who trained Natalie Portman for her Academy Award winning role in Black Swan shares how she overcame her own injuries […]Dr. Paul ChristoProfessional ballet dancers train their bodies for high performance aerobic endurance, muscular strength, and good joint stability. But, they risk significant musculoskeletal injury from the demands of training and performance. Mary Helen Bowers, acclaimed ballerina who trained Natalie Portman for her Academy Award winning role in Black Swan shares how she overcame her own injuries […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/overcoming-pain-non-hodgkins-lymphoma-brittany-daniel-story-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=overcoming-pain-non-hodgkins-lymphoma-brittany-daniel-story-part-ii Mon, 26 Sep 2016 13:56:14 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5494 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noLow back pain or pain in general can be one of the first symptoms of cancer. Brittany Daniel, TV and film actress known for her role on, The Game experienced just that. Her first symptom of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) was worsening low back pain. Brittany shares more details about overcoming the pain from the lymphoma, cancer treatments, and surgery. Dr. Nina Wagner, oncologist and lymphoma expert from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine provides up to date information on risks, symptoms to be aware of, and current treatments for NHL.Dr. Paul ChristoLow back pain or pain in general can be one of the first symptoms of cancer. Brittany Daniel, TV and film actress known for her role on, The Game experienced just that. Her first symptom of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) was worsening low back pain. Brittany shares more details about overcoming the pain from the lymphoma, cancer treatments, and surgery. Dr. Nina Wagner, oncologist and lymphoma expert from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine provides up to date information on risks, symptoms to be aware of, and current treatments for NHL.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/overcoming-pain-non-hodgkins-lymphoma-brittany-daniel/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=overcoming-pain-non-hodgkins-lymphoma-brittany-daniel Mon, 19 Sep 2016 14:10:28 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5442 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noLow back pain or pain in general can be one of the first symptoms of cancer. Brittany Daniel, TV and film actress known for her role on, The Game experienced just that. Her first symptom of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) was worsening low back pain.Dr. Paul ChristoLow back pain or pain in general can be one of the first symptoms of cancer. Brittany Daniel, TV and film actress known for her role on, The Game experienced just that. Her first symptom of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) was worsening low back pain.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/botox-not-just-migraine-part-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=botox-not-just-migraine-part-2 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 23:23:39 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5257 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that botulinum toxin (known by many as Botox®) can reduce pain? It’s not just for cosmetic procedures, and can treat a variety of other medical conditions like migraine, spasticity, and many others. Kathleen Sullivan shares how Botox virtually eliminated 3 years of life limiting facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Charles Argoff, Professor […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that botulinum toxin (known by many as Botox®) can reduce pain? It’s not just for cosmetic procedures, and can treat a variety of other medical conditions like migraine, spasticity, and many others. Kathleen Sullivan shares how Botox virtually eliminated 3 years of life limiting facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Charles Argoff, Professor […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/botox-not-just-migraine-part/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=botox-not-just-migraine-part Mon, 15 Aug 2016 13:49:06 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=5206 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that botulinum toxin (known by many as Botox®) can reduce pain? It’s not just for cosmetic procedures, and can treat a variety of other medical conditions like migraine, spasticity, and many others. Kathleen Sullivan shares how Botox virtually eliminated 3 years of life limiting facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Charles Argoff, […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that botulinum toxin (known by many as Botox®) can reduce pain? It’s not just for cosmetic procedures, and can treat a variety of other medical conditions like migraine, spasticity, and many others. Kathleen Sullivan shares how Botox virtually eliminated 3 years of life limiting facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Charles Argoff, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/art-therapy-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=art-therapy-part-ii Mon, 25 Apr 2016 13:19:06 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4734 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever wanted to sink your hands into piece of clay and rip it apart when you’re angry or upset? Imagine using an art form, like clay, or paint, or photography as a way to control your pain. You might be surprised to find out just how effective art therapy manages your symptoms. Rachel […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever wanted to sink your hands into piece of clay and rip it apart when you’re angry or upset? Imagine using an art form, like clay, or paint, or photography as a way to control your pain. You might be surprised to find out just how effective art therapy manages your symptoms. Rachel […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/art-therapy-part/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=art-therapy-part Mon, 18 Apr 2016 13:23:46 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4711 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever wanted to sink your hands into piece of clay and rip it apart when you’re angry or upset? Imagine using an art form, like clay, or paint, or photography as a way to control your pain. You might be surprised to find out just how effective art therapy manages your symptoms. Rachel […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever wanted to sink your hands into piece of clay and rip it apart when you’re angry or upset? Imagine using an art form, like clay, or paint, or photography as a way to control your pain. You might be surprised to find out just how effective art therapy manages your symptoms. Rachel […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/diane-rehm-on-parkinsons-disease-and-the-right-to-die/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=diane-rehm-on-parkinsons-disease-and-the-right-to-die Mon, 04 Apr 2016 13:42:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4674 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDiane Rehm is the well-known host of The Diane Rehm Show on National Public Radio. She and her husband, John were married for 54 years. He died in 2014 from Parkinson’s disease, but his death was prolonged despite his strong wish for help to die comfortably, and on his own terms. We’ll talk to Diane […]Dr. Paul ChristoDiane Rehm is the well-known host of The Diane Rehm Show on National Public Radio. She and her husband, John were married for 54 years. He died in 2014 from Parkinson’s disease, but his death was prolonged despite his strong wish for help to die comfortably, and on his own terms. We’ll talk to Diane […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/suzanne-somers-breast-cancer-and-phototherapy-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=suzanne-somers-breast-cancer-and-phototherapy-part-ii Mon, 21 Mar 2016 21:10:18 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4649 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noSuzanne Somers is best known for her role as Chrissy Snow on the 1970s sitcom, Three’s Company. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2000, had surgery, and then radiation therapy. We’ll talk more about how Suzanne got through the treatments, the pain, and how phototherapy patches have benefitted her health. David Schmidt, CEO […]Dr. Paul ChristoSuzanne Somers is best known for her role as Chrissy Snow on the 1970s sitcom, Three’s Company. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2000, had surgery, and then radiation therapy. We’ll talk more about how Suzanne got through the treatments, the pain, and how phototherapy patches have benefitted her health. David Schmidt, CEO […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/suzanne-somers-breast-cancer-and-phototherapy-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=suzanne-somers-breast-cancer-and-phototherapy-part-i Mon, 14 Mar 2016 20:41:28 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4629 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noSuzanne Somers is best known for her role as Chrissy Snow on the 1970s sitcom, Three’s Company. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2000, had surgery, and then radiation therapy. We’ll find out how she got through the treatments, overcame the pain, and reshaped her life. David Schmidt, CEO of LifeWave joins us […]Dr. Paul ChristoSuzanne Somers is best known for her role as Chrissy Snow on the 1970s sitcom, Three’s Company. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2000, had surgery, and then radiation therapy. We’ll find out how she got through the treatments, overcame the pain, and reshaped her life. David Schmidt, CEO of LifeWave joins us […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/paindemic-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paindemic-2 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 17:04:25 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4601 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDr. Melissa Cady, the Challenge Doctor is here to talk about her book, Paindemic. We’ll discuss when medical treatments can help and which ones to avoid, when complimentary and holistic approaches can benefit, and how we can take charge of our own health instead of waiting for somebody to do it for us.Dr. Paul ChristoDr. Melissa Cady, the Challenge Doctor is here to talk about her book, Paindemic. We’ll discuss when medical treatments can help and which ones to avoid, when complimentary and holistic approaches can benefit, and how we can take charge of our own health instead of waiting for somebody to do it for us.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pharmacogenetics-personalized-medicine-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pharmacogenetics-personalized-medicine-part-ii Mon, 08 Feb 2016 17:46:46 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4567 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever wondered why that pill you’re taking for pain isn’t really helping, or why it’s causing side effects? Well, the “one size fits all” strategy for medicines is yielding to genetic profiling that predicts disease risk and drug response in a way that personalizes medicine. Mary Dugan-Jordan, an oncology nurse has suffered from […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever wondered why that pill you’re taking for pain isn’t really helping, or why it’s causing side effects? Well, the “one size fits all” strategy for medicines is yielding to genetic profiling that predicts disease risk and drug response in a way that personalizes medicine. Mary Dugan-Jordan, an oncology nurse has suffered from […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pharmacogenetics-personalized-medicine/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pharmacogenetics-personalized-medicine Mon, 01 Feb 2016 15:58:36 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4545 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever wondered why that pill you’re taking for pain isn’t really helping, or why it’s causing side effects? Well, the “one size fits all” strategy for medicines is yielding to genetic profiling that predicts disease risk and drug response in a way that personalizes medicine. Mary Dugan-Jordan, an oncology nurse has suffered from […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever wondered why that pill you’re taking for pain isn’t really helping, or why it’s causing side effects? Well, the “one size fits all” strategy for medicines is yielding to genetic profiling that predicts disease risk and drug response in a way that personalizes medicine. Mary Dugan-Jordan, an oncology nurse has suffered from […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/rectal-cancer-the-tommy-chong-story-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rectal-cancer-the-tommy-chong-story-part-ii Tue, 19 Jan 2016 03:10:24 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4515 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noOn today’s show, we’ll highlight what you need to know about rectal cancer, and the painful symptoms that can occur.  Our first guest is Tommy Chong, part of the legendary comedy team of Cheech and Chong. Tommy will delve deeper into his battle with rectal cancer and the triumphs he’s achieved in overcoming both his […]Dr. Paul ChristoOn today’s show, we’ll highlight what you need to know about rectal cancer, and the painful symptoms that can occur.  Our first guest is Tommy Chong, part of the legendary comedy team of Cheech and Chong. Tommy will delve deeper into his battle with rectal cancer and the triumphs he’s achieved in overcoming both his […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/rectal-cancer-the-tommy-chong-story-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rectal-cancer-the-tommy-chong-story-part-i Mon, 11 Jan 2016 15:17:58 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4499 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noOn today’s show, we’ll highlight what you need to know about rectal cancer, and the painful symptoms that can occur.  Our first guest is Tommy Chong, part of the legendary comedy team of Cheech and Chong. Tommy will share his battle with rectal cancer and the triumphs he’s achieved in overcoming his pain. Then Dr. […]Dr. Paul ChristoOn today’s show, we’ll highlight what you need to know about rectal cancer, and the painful symptoms that can occur.  Our first guest is Tommy Chong, part of the legendary comedy team of Cheech and Chong. Tommy will share his battle with rectal cancer and the triumphs he’s achieved in overcoming his pain. Then Dr. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/addiction-opioids-and-recovery-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=addiction-opioids-and-recovery-part-ii Mon, 21 Dec 2015 19:09:35 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4400 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDrug addiction is a serious threat to our country’s public health because it leads to lost lives and lost productivity. Opioids have been a special concern because there have been an escalating number of deaths related to their misuse. Our special guest is Chris Herren. As a professional basketball player, Chris played for the Boston […]Dr. Paul ChristoDrug addiction is a serious threat to our country’s public health because it leads to lost lives and lost productivity. Opioids have been a special concern because there have been an escalating number of deaths related to their misuse. Our special guest is Chris Herren. As a professional basketball player, Chris played for the Boston […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/addiction-opioids-and-recovery/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=addiction-opioids-and-recovery Mon, 07 Dec 2015 15:28:50 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4327 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDrug addiction is a serious threat to our country’s public health because it leads to lost lives and lost productivity. Opioids have been a special concern because there have been an escalating number of deaths related to their misuse. Our special guest is Chris Herren. As a professional basketball player, Chris played for the Boston […]Dr. Paul ChristoDrug addiction is a serious threat to our country’s public health because it leads to lost lives and lost productivity. Opioids have been a special concern because there have been an escalating number of deaths related to their misuse. Our special guest is Chris Herren. As a professional basketball player, Chris played for the Boston […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/easy-steps-to-fitness-wellness-and-weight-loss-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easy-steps-to-fitness-wellness-and-weight-loss-part-ii Thu, 05 Nov 2015 20:25:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4222 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany people feel that exercise will make their pain worse, or lead to more damage. On the contrary, exercise can have the opposite effect, especially for low back pain. Mark Sisson join us once again. He’s made health and fitness his life’s work.  Mark’s the author of, The Primal Blueprint, he blogs at Mark’s Daily […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany people feel that exercise will make their pain worse, or lead to more damage. On the contrary, exercise can have the opposite effect, especially for low back pain. Mark Sisson join us once again. He’s made health and fitness his life’s work.  Mark’s the author of, The Primal Blueprint, he blogs at Mark’s Daily […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/easy-steps-to-fitness-wellness-and-weight-loss/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easy-steps-to-fitness-wellness-and-weight-loss Mon, 02 Nov 2015 18:45:56 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4211 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany people feel that exercise will make their pain worse, or lead to more damage. On the contrary, exercise can have the opposite effect, especially for low back pain. Mark Sisson joins us today. He’s made health and fitness his life’s work.  Mark’s the author of, The Primal Blueprint, he blogs at Mark’s Daily Apple, […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany people feel that exercise will make their pain worse, or lead to more damage. On the contrary, exercise can have the opposite effect, especially for low back pain. Mark Sisson joins us today. He’s made health and fitness his life’s work.  Mark’s the author of, The Primal Blueprint, he blogs at Mark’s Daily Apple, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-tms-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-tms-part-ii Mon, 26 Oct 2015 11:53:24 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4144 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is non-invasive and produces electrical stimulation in the brain. It targets the outer layer of the brain called the cerebral cortex, and may help correct areas inside the brain that have been altered due to chronic pain. TMS is FDA approved for major depression and recently, a handheld form is approved […]Dr. Paul ChristoTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is non-invasive and produces electrical stimulation in the brain. It targets the outer layer of the brain called the cerebral cortex, and may help correct areas inside the brain that have been altered due to chronic pain. TMS is FDA approved for major depression and recently, a handheld form is approved […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-tms-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-tms-part-i Mon, 19 Oct 2015 16:16:01 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4106 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is non-invasive and produces electrical stimulation in the brain. It targets the outer layer of the brain called the cerebral cortex, and may help correct areas inside the brain that have been altered due to chronic pain. TMS is FDA approved for major depression and recently, a handheld form is approved […]Dr. Paul ChristoTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is non-invasive and produces electrical stimulation in the brain. It targets the outer layer of the brain called the cerebral cortex, and may help correct areas inside the brain that have been altered due to chronic pain. TMS is FDA approved for major depression and recently, a handheld form is approved […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-advocacy-of-chronic-babe-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-advocacy-of-chronic-babe-part-ii Mon, 05 Oct 2015 03:56:42 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4029 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChronicBabe is an online support group for younger women who want to move beyond their pain to live full lives. It’s a supportive community that listens, teaches acceptance, and offers coping strategies. On today’s show, we’ll discover how ChronicBabe has given its founder, Jenni Prokopy the tools to accomplish more than she ever imagined, delve […]Dr. Paul ChristoChronicBabe is an online support group for younger women who want to move beyond their pain to live full lives. It’s a supportive community that listens, teaches acceptance, and offers coping strategies. On today’s show, we’ll discover how ChronicBabe has given its founder, Jenni Prokopy the tools to accomplish more than she ever imagined, delve […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-advocacy-of-chronic-babe-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-advocacy-of-chronic-babe-part-i Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:09:14 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=4007 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChronicBabe is an online support group for younger women who want to move beyond their pain to live full lives. It’s a supportive community that listens, teaches acceptance, and offers coping strategies. On today’s show, we’ll find out how the founder, Jenni Prokopy has overcome 20 years of struggling with fibromyalgia, why she created ChronicBabe, […]Dr. Paul ChristoChronicBabe is an online support group for younger women who want to move beyond their pain to live full lives. It’s a supportive community that listens, teaches acceptance, and offers coping strategies. On today’s show, we’ll find out how the founder, Jenni Prokopy has overcome 20 years of struggling with fibromyalgia, why she created ChronicBabe, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/war-on-opioids-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=war-on-opioids-part-ii Mon, 14 Sep 2015 13:37:00 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3968 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe war on opioids began around 2010 when the Centers for Disease Control announced there were over 16,000 opioid-related deaths. That’s a big number – but not all of those deaths involved opioids alone. Our first guest, Angelika, suffers from a painful joint hypermobility condition called “Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.” Despite having a traumatic biking accident, she refused to go to the emergency room, fearing that she’d be labelled an addict, that her opioids would be taken away, and her pain would be left out of control. Author and journalist, Maia Szalavitz, then joins us. She’s written about the war on drugs and how it’s hurting patients who need them the most.Dr. Paul ChristoThe war on opioids began around 2010 when the Centers for Disease Control announced there were over 16,000 opioid-related deaths. That’s a big number – but not all of those deaths involved opioids alone. Our first guest, Angelika, suffers from a painful joint hypermobility condition called “Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.” Despite having a traumatic biking accident, she refused to go to the emergency room, fearing that she’d be labelled an addict, that her opioids would be taken away, and her pain would be left out of control. Author and journalist, Maia Szalavitz, then joins us. She’s written about the war on drugs and how it’s hurting patients who need them the most.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/war-on-opioids-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=war-on-opioids-part-i Tue, 08 Sep 2015 13:28:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3948 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe war on opioids began around 2010 when the Centers for Disease Control announced there were over 16,000 opioid-related deaths. That’s a big number – but not all of those deaths involved opioids alone. Our first guest, Angelika, suffers from a painful joint hypermobility condition called “Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.” Despite having a traumatic biking accident, she refused to go to the emergency room, fearing that she’d be labelled an addict, that her opioids would be taken away, and her pain would be left out of control. Author and journalist, Maia Szalavitz, then joins us. She’s written about the war on drugs and how it’s hurting patients who need them the most.Dr. Paul ChristoThe war on opioids began around 2010 when the Centers for Disease Control announced there were over 16,000 opioid-related deaths. That’s a big number – but not all of those deaths involved opioids alone. Our first guest, Angelika, suffers from a painful joint hypermobility condition called “Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.” Despite having a traumatic biking accident, she refused to go to the emergency room, fearing that she’d be labelled an addict, that her opioids would be taken away, and her pain would be left out of control. Author and journalist, Maia Szalavitz, then joins us. She’s written about the war on drugs and how it’s hurting patients who need them the most.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/comfortsafe-innovations-in-anesthesia/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=comfortsafe-innovations-in-anesthesia Mon, 24 Aug 2015 13:24:56 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3894 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIf you have pain and need surgery, you’ll want to hear about this new anesthetic technique called “ComfortSafe.” It’s used for patients who don’t want to or can’t tolerate typical anesthesia with opioids. Using ComfortSafe can also help avoid the side effects of general anesthesia, like nausea, vomiting, and confusion.Our first guest, Chris Bedard, underwent […]Dr. Paul ChristoIf you have pain and need surgery, you’ll want to hear about this new anesthetic technique called “ComfortSafe.” It’s used for patients who don’t want to or can’t tolerate typical anesthesia with opioids. Using ComfortSafe can also help avoid the side effects of general anesthesia, like nausea, vomiting, and confusion.Our first guest, Chris Bedard, underwent […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/healing-touch-2-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=healing-touch-2-2 Mon, 10 Aug 2015 13:30:41 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3782 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noModern medical science is just beginning to understand energy healing. We’re gaining more insight into how to tap biological energy fields, called biofields to support health and soothe pain. Healing Touch accesses these energy fields to restore flow and balance to the body. Practitioners use gentle hand techniques that release blocks to circulation of energy. […]Dr. Paul ChristoModern medical science is just beginning to understand energy healing. We’re gaining more insight into how to tap biological energy fields, called biofields to support health and soothe pain. Healing Touch accesses these energy fields to restore flow and balance to the body. Practitioners use gentle hand techniques that release blocks to circulation of energy. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/text-neck-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=text-neck-pain-part-ii Mon, 03 Aug 2015 12:55:27 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3737 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noSince the term, “Text Neck” was coined in 2008, we’ve been seeing more patients with neck pain and headaches. “Text Neck” or now “Tech Neck” is felt to be a repetitive strain injury from constantly looking down to type or read text messages, answer emails or checking social media sites. First, a rare interview with […]Dr. Paul ChristoSince the term, “Text Neck” was coined in 2008, we’ve been seeing more patients with neck pain and headaches. “Text Neck” or now “Tech Neck” is felt to be a repetitive strain injury from constantly looking down to type or read text messages, answer emails or checking social media sites. First, a rare interview with […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/text-neck-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=text-neck-pain Mon, 27 Jul 2015 14:31:37 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3665 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noSince the term, “Text Neck” was coined in 2008, we’ve been seeing more patients with neck pain and headaches. “Text Neck” or now “Tech Neck” is felt to be a repetitive strain injury from constantly looking down to type or read text messages, answer emails or checking social media sites. First, a rare interview with […]Dr. Paul ChristoSince the term, “Text Neck” was coined in 2008, we’ve been seeing more patients with neck pain and headaches. “Text Neck” or now “Tech Neck” is felt to be a repetitive strain injury from constantly looking down to type or read text messages, answer emails or checking social media sites. First, a rare interview with […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/what-every-man-should-know-about-his-health-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-every-man-should-know-about-his-health-part-ii Mon, 13 Jul 2015 18:27:54 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3573 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that the average man only lives to age 76? Most guys aren’t healthy at that age either, and wish they had taken better care of themselves. Men often hold back from complaining about pain as well, and many would rather suffer in silence. We’re joined today by Bill Phillips, the former Editor-in-Chief […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that the average man only lives to age 76? Most guys aren’t healthy at that age either, and wish they had taken better care of themselves. Men often hold back from complaining about pain as well, and many would rather suffer in silence. We’re joined today by Bill Phillips, the former Editor-in-Chief […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/what-every-man-should-know-about-his-health-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-every-man-should-know-about-his-health-part-i Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:40:22 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3566 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that the average man only lives to age 76? Most guys aren’t healthy at that age either, and wish they had taken better care of themselves. Men often hold back from complaining about pain as well, and many would rather suffer in silence. We’re joined today by Bill Phillips, the former Editor-in-Chief […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that the average man only lives to age 76? Most guys aren’t healthy at that age either, and wish they had taken better care of themselves. Men often hold back from complaining about pain as well, and many would rather suffer in silence. We’re joined today by Bill Phillips, the former Editor-in-Chief […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/stem-cell-rejuvenation-for-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stem-cell-rejuvenation-for-pain-part-ii Mon, 29 Jun 2015 17:06:09 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3535 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noStem cells have the ability for self-renewal. They can be used to replace cells that have been lost or destroyed, or to change the behavior of other cells. Using stem cells can offer solutions for treating painful conditions such as bone and cartilage defects, osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, and maybe even nerve damage. Some […]Dr. Paul ChristoStem cells have the ability for self-renewal. They can be used to replace cells that have been lost or destroyed, or to change the behavior of other cells. Using stem cells can offer solutions for treating painful conditions such as bone and cartilage defects, osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, and maybe even nerve damage. Some […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/stem-cell-rejuvenation-for-pain-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stem-cell-rejuvenation-for-pain-part-i Mon, 15 Jun 2015 13:18:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3475 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noStem cells have the ability of self-renewal. They can be used to replace cells that have been lost or destroyed, or to change the behavior of other cells. Using stem cells can offer solutions for treating painful conditions such as bone and cartilage defects, osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, and maybe even nerve damage. Some […]Dr. Paul ChristoStem cells have the ability of self-renewal. They can be used to replace cells that have been lost or destroyed, or to change the behavior of other cells. Using stem cells can offer solutions for treating painful conditions such as bone and cartilage defects, osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, and maybe even nerve damage. Some […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-and-its-surprising-solutions-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cognitive-behavioral-therapy-and-its-surprising-solutions-part-ii Tue, 26 May 2015 14:37:26 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3403 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHow often have you said to yourself, “This pain will never go away, or life as I knew it, is over”? These thoughts are common for those living with pain. What you may be surprised to know is that these persistent negative beliefs and images can both maintain and amplify the pain experience. Cognitive Behavioral […]Dr. Paul ChristoHow often have you said to yourself, “This pain will never go away, or life as I knew it, is over”? These thoughts are common for those living with pain. What you may be surprised to know is that these persistent negative beliefs and images can both maintain and amplify the pain experience. Cognitive Behavioral […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-and-its-surprising-solutions-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cognitive-behavioral-therapy-and-its-surprising-solutions-part-i Mon, 18 May 2015 20:41:01 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3358 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHow often have you said to yourself, “This pain will never go away, or life as I knew it, is over”? These thoughts are common for those living with pain. What you may be surprised to know is that these persistent negative beliefs and images can both maintain and amplify the pain experience. Cognitive Behavioral […]Dr. Paul ChristoHow often have you said to yourself, “This pain will never go away, or life as I knew it, is over”? These thoughts are common for those living with pain. What you may be surprised to know is that these persistent negative beliefs and images can both maintain and amplify the pain experience. Cognitive Behavioral […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/interrupting-pain-to-the-brain-vagus-nerve-stimulation-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=interrupting-pain-to-the-brain-vagus-nerve-stimulation-part-ii Mon, 04 May 2015 14:25:28 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=3232 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWe’re going to delve into how we can suppress pain by stimulating a nerve the lies in the neck called, the vagus nerve. The therapy is called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and it’s a newly explored therapy for pain that requires surgical implantation. There are even newly developed, transcutaneous forms that may help with headache […]Dr. Paul ChristoWe’re going to delve into how we can suppress pain by stimulating a nerve the lies in the neck called, the vagus nerve. The therapy is called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and it’s a newly explored therapy for pain that requires surgical implantation. There are even newly developed, transcutaneous forms that may help with headache […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/interrupting-pain-to-the-brain-vagus-nerve-stimulation/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=interrupting-pain-to-the-brain-vagus-nerve-stimulation Mon, 27 Apr 2015 15:32:40 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2939 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWe’re going to delve into how we can suppress pain by stimulating a nerve the lies in the neck called, the vagus nerve. The therapy is called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and it’s a newly explored therapy for pain that requires surgical implantation. There are even newly developed, transcutaneous forms that may help with headache […]Dr. Paul ChristoWe’re going to delve into how we can suppress pain by stimulating a nerve the lies in the neck called, the vagus nerve. The therapy is called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and it’s a newly explored therapy for pain that requires surgical implantation. There are even newly developed, transcutaneous forms that may help with headache […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/complex-regional-pain-syndrome-crps/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=complex-regional-pain-syndrome-crps Fri, 24 Apr 2015 19:49:42 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2925 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWe’ll delve into the causes and symptoms of this puzzling and life-altering pain disorder. Ballerina Cynthia Toussaint, shares her unbelievable story about how a minor thigh injury resulted in a complete life transformation. Dr. Robert Schwartzman, CRPS specialist from Drexel University will unravel the mystery behind some of the treatments, including a controversial therapy known as […]Dr. Paul ChristoWe’ll delve into the causes and symptoms of this puzzling and life-altering pain disorder. Ballerina Cynthia Toussaint, shares her unbelievable story about how a minor thigh injury resulted in a complete life transformation. Dr. Robert Schwartzman, CRPS specialist from Drexel University will unravel the mystery behind some of the treatments, including a controversial therapy known as […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/headaches/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=headaches Wed, 22 Apr 2015 19:17:41 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2893 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noJennifer Jett, migraine sufferer will provide insight into the ways she moved beyond a life filled with debilitating migraines, and then Dr. Jason Rosenberg, Johns Hopkins headache specialist will discuss effective pain-relieving strategies for headaches.Dr. Paul ChristoJennifer Jett, migraine sufferer will provide insight into the ways she moved beyond a life filled with debilitating migraines, and then Dr. Jason Rosenberg, Johns Hopkins headache specialist will discuss effective pain-relieving strategies for headaches.chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/regenerative-biomedicine-for-pain-platelet-rich-plasma/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=regenerative-biomedicine-for-pain-platelet-rich-plasma Wed, 22 Apr 2015 18:28:10 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2888 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noRegenerative therapies for pain are new and rapidly evolving. This innovative field includes platelet rich plasma (PRP) that was introduced in the 1970s. PRP is made from our own blood. Physicians inject concentrated platelets, growth factors, and proteins into a specific area of the body, and this mixture helps the body rebuild itself. PRP enabled […]Dr. Paul ChristoRegenerative therapies for pain are new and rapidly evolving. This innovative field includes platelet rich plasma (PRP) that was introduced in the 1970s. PRP is made from our own blood. Physicians inject concentrated platelets, growth factors, and proteins into a specific area of the body, and this mixture helps the body rebuild itself. PRP enabled […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pacing-the-brain-for-pain-motor-cortex-stimulation-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pacing-the-brain-for-pain-motor-cortex-stimulation-part-ii Tue, 21 Apr 2015 19:35:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2880 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen all hope is lost and you’re at your breaking point due to pain, electrical stimulation of the brain may be a way out. This is known as motor cortex stimulation (MCS). Although not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for pain control, MCS is particularly promising for unyielding facial and stroke pain. Tracey Zappola […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen all hope is lost and you’re at your breaking point due to pain, electrical stimulation of the brain may be a way out. This is known as motor cortex stimulation (MCS). Although not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for pain control, MCS is particularly promising for unyielding facial and stroke pain. Tracey Zappola […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pacing-the-brain-for-pain-motor-cortex-stimulation-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pacing-the-brain-for-pain-motor-cortex-stimulation-part-i Tue, 21 Apr 2015 19:33:57 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2877 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen all hope is lost and you’re at your breaking point due to pain, electrical stimulation of the brain may be a way out. This is known as motor cortex stimulation (MCS). Although not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for pain control, MCS is particularly promising for unyielding facial and stroke pain. Tracey Zappola shares […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen all hope is lost and you’re at your breaking point due to pain, electrical stimulation of the brain may be a way out. This is known as motor cortex stimulation (MCS). Although not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for pain control, MCS is particularly promising for unyielding facial and stroke pain. Tracey Zappola shares […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-on-the-battlefield/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-on-the-battlefield Tue, 21 Apr 2015 19:22:52 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2872 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noPain is the #1 complaint of soldiers fighting for our country. Derek McGinnis, a young military veteran and recipient of the Purple Heart will trace the events that led to his leg amputation, and how a simple nerve block became a lifesaver. Dr. Trip Buckenmaier from the Walter Reed Army Medical Center will share some […]Dr. Paul ChristoPain is the #1 complaint of soldiers fighting for our country. Derek McGinnis, a young military veteran and recipient of the Purple Heart will trace the events that led to his leg amputation, and how a simple nerve block became a lifesaver. Dr. Trip Buckenmaier from the Walter Reed Army Medical Center will share some […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/accidents-technology-and-thoracic-outlet-syndrome/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=accidents-technology-and-thoracic-outlet-syndrome Tue, 21 Apr 2015 19:04:13 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2869 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNeck trauma, whiplash injury, and even common things like keyboard typing and computer use can all trigger symptoms that may affect up to 8% of the population. We’ll hear how Rachel overcame disabling hand numbness, weakness, and neck pain that jeopardized her job and left her hopeless. Then, noted surgeon and thoracic outlet syndrome expert […]Dr. Paul ChristoNeck trauma, whiplash injury, and even common things like keyboard typing and computer use can all trigger symptoms that may affect up to 8% of the population. We’ll hear how Rachel overcame disabling hand numbness, weakness, and neck pain that jeopardized her job and left her hopeless. Then, noted surgeon and thoracic outlet syndrome expert […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/soothing-scents-of-aromatherapy-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=soothing-scents-of-aromatherapy-part-i Tue, 21 Apr 2015 18:29:10 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2863 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDo you like the scent of spices in your kitchen or flowers in your garden? More of us are turning to aromatherapy as an option for alleviating pain, managing stress, and enhancing relaxation. If you are interested in using aromatherapy yourself, you might want to think about investing in a scent diffuser from somewhere like […]Dr. Paul ChristoDo you like the scent of spices in your kitchen or flowers in your garden? More of us are turning to aromatherapy as an option for alleviating pain, managing stress, and enhancing relaxation. If you are interested in using aromatherapy yourself, you might want to think about investing in a scent diffuser from somewhere like […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/posture-guru-and-pain-relief-part-ii-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=posture-guru-and-pain-relief-part-ii-2 Tue, 21 Apr 2015 18:22:46 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2861 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIf you have musculoskeletal pain and about 30% of adults do, this show is for you. We continue our discussion with Esther Gokhale, known as the Posture Guru of Silicon Valley. She discusses the sustainability of her method, details about her workshops, and which painful conditions she can best help. She’s the author of 8 […]Dr. Paul ChristoIf you have musculoskeletal pain and about 30% of adults do, this show is for you. We continue our discussion with Esther Gokhale, known as the Posture Guru of Silicon Valley. She discusses the sustainability of her method, details about her workshops, and which painful conditions she can best help. She’s the author of 8 […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/posture-guru-and-pain-relief-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=posture-guru-and-pain-relief-part-i Tue, 21 Apr 2015 18:18:27 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2857 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIf you have musculoskeletal pain and about 30% of adults do, this show is for you. We continue our discussion with Esther Gokhale, known as the Posture Guru of Silicon Valley. She discusses the sustainability of her method, details about her workshops, and which painful conditions she can best help. She’s the author of 8 […]Dr. Paul ChristoIf you have musculoskeletal pain and about 30% of adults do, this show is for you. We continue our discussion with Esther Gokhale, known as the Posture Guru of Silicon Valley. She discusses the sustainability of her method, details about her workshops, and which painful conditions she can best help. She’s the author of 8 […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-miracle-of-nerve-restoration-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-miracle-of-nerve-restoration-part-ii Tue, 21 Apr 2015 18:10:45 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2855 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen we get a paper cut in the skin, or experience a sunburn, we’re injuring the peripheral nerves of the body.  Medical conditions like diabetes, HIV, and cancer, or traumatic injury can damage these peripheral nerves and lead to bad burning pain, numbness, or paralysis. Dr. Douglas Zochodne, neurologist and neuroscientist from the Hotchkiss Brain […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen we get a paper cut in the skin, or experience a sunburn, we’re injuring the peripheral nerves of the body.  Medical conditions like diabetes, HIV, and cancer, or traumatic injury can damage these peripheral nerves and lead to bad burning pain, numbness, or paralysis. Dr. Douglas Zochodne, neurologist and neuroscientist from the Hotchkiss Brain […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/healing-from-afar-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=healing-from-afar-part-i Tue, 21 Apr 2015 18:04:44 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2851 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIs the art of healing bound by physical limitations?  Can healing take place over long distances – by telephone for example. Does some universal force or energy source provide human beings with avenues to connect with each other for the purpose of healing pain? Lynn describes in even more detail the remarkable effects of energy healing […]Dr. Paul ChristoIs the art of healing bound by physical limitations?  Can healing take place over long distances – by telephone for example. Does some universal force or energy source provide human beings with avenues to connect with each other for the purpose of healing pain? Lynn describes in even more detail the remarkable effects of energy healing […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/revolutioninmotion/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=revolutioninmotion Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:57:37 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2847 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWe’ll discover how people can heal old injuries, prevent new ones, and master the freedom from pain to reach an optimum level of wellness and longevity. Our guest, Dr. Edythe Heus is an advanced chiropractor and kinesiologist while also being regarded as a gifted healer.  Her remarkable exercise system is called Revolution in Motion.  Adding […]Dr. Paul ChristoWe’ll discover how people can heal old injuries, prevent new ones, and master the freedom from pain to reach an optimum level of wellness and longevity. Our guest, Dr. Edythe Heus is an advanced chiropractor and kinesiologist while also being regarded as a gifted healer.  Her remarkable exercise system is called Revolution in Motion.  Adding […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-iii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-iii Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:50:36 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2844 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. How can we distinguish a heart attack from other chest pain symptoms? Amy Silverstein was born with a rhythm problem called […]Dr. Paul ChristoYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. How can we distinguish a heart attack from other chest pain symptoms? Amy Silverstein was born with a rhythm problem called […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-ii Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:47:16 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2841 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. How can we distinguish a heart attack from other types of pain in the chest? Our guests today will lead […]Dr. Paul ChristoYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. How can we distinguish a heart attack from other types of pain in the chest? Our guests today will lead […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-iv/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-iv Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:42:14 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2837 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. How can we distinguish a heart attack from other chest pain symptoms? Amy Silverstein was born with a rhythm problem called […]Dr. Paul ChristoYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. How can we distinguish a heart attack from other chest pain symptoms? Amy Silverstein was born with a rhythm problem called […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/ticks-targets-and-terrific-pain-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ticks-targets-and-terrific-pain-part-i Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:36:50 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2835 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine your nerves are doused in gasoline and lit on fire. For many patients living with Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome, this kind of pain can be a reality. With pain ranging from flu-like headaches, muscle and joint aches, to muscle spasms, pain shooting down the arms, and widespread arthritis, living with the pain of […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine your nerves are doused in gasoline and lit on fire. For many patients living with Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome, this kind of pain can be a reality. With pain ranging from flu-like headaches, muscle and joint aches, to muscle spasms, pain shooting down the arms, and widespread arthritis, living with the pain of […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-worse-pain-of-your-life-kidney-stones-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-worse-pain-of-your-life-kidney-stones-part-ii Tue, 21 Apr 2015 16:13:56 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2833 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany of us have heard people say that passing a kidney stone is the most painful experience ever. What if it happens to you, and how can you prevent it from happening? Ty Ford, audio engineer and co-producer of Aches and Gains, will revisit his experience with passing a kidney stone and how he got […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany of us have heard people say that passing a kidney stone is the most painful experience ever. What if it happens to you, and how can you prevent it from happening? Ty Ford, audio engineer and co-producer of Aches and Gains, will revisit his experience with passing a kidney stone and how he got […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/low-back-pain-3/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=low-back-pain-3 Tue, 21 Apr 2015 16:05:45 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2826 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBetween 70-80% of the world’s population will experience low back pain (LBP) at some time in their lives. Nikki Stone, 1998 Olympic Gold Medalist severely damaged two discs in her lower back from repeated high-altitude jumps. Listen in as she shares her story of fighting to overcome this painful injury just two years before becoming […]Dr. Paul ChristoBetween 70-80% of the world’s population will experience low back pain (LBP) at some time in their lives. Nikki Stone, 1998 Olympic Gold Medalist severely damaged two discs in her lower back from repeated high-altitude jumps. Listen in as she shares her story of fighting to overcome this painful injury just two years before becoming […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/holistic-approaches-for-pain-relief-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=holistic-approaches-for-pain-relief-2 Tue, 21 Apr 2015 15:56:18 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2824 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noJoin us as Naomi Judd, a six time Grammy award winner, humanitarian, and spokesperson for Partners Against Pain, reveals her tips for engaging the mind/body/spirit connection in managing pain. While Dr. David Mount, Director of Community Outreach, Partnerships, and Advocacy at the Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity at Wake Forest Medical School, shares his […]Dr. Paul ChristoJoin us as Naomi Judd, a six time Grammy award winner, humanitarian, and spokesperson for Partners Against Pain, reveals her tips for engaging the mind/body/spirit connection in managing pain. While Dr. David Mount, Director of Community Outreach, Partnerships, and Advocacy at the Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity at Wake Forest Medical School, shares his […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/sickle-cell-anemia-painful-crisis-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sickle-cell-anemia-painful-crisis-2 Tue, 21 Apr 2015 15:52:02 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2821 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noSickle Cell Disease affects 1 in 375 African Americans in the United States. Children as young as 1yr of age may begin having painful episodes called a crisis, lasting for hours to even days. Albert Johnson, better known as Prodigy, an American rapper and author of the book My Infamous Life, shares his personal story […]Dr. Paul ChristoSickle Cell Disease affects 1 in 375 African Americans in the United States. Children as young as 1yr of age may begin having painful episodes called a crisis, lasting for hours to even days. Albert Johnson, better known as Prodigy, an American rapper and author of the book My Infamous Life, shares his personal story […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/playing-through-the-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=playing-through-the-pain Mon, 20 Apr 2015 15:00:31 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2785 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDo you enjoy playing sports? How about swimming, tennis, or basketball? You may be an elite college or professional athlete, a child athlete, or just somebody who enjoys sports for its health benefits. Have coaches, your parents, or teammates ever asked you to play through an injury, or play through the pain? You might be […]Dr. Paul ChristoDo you enjoy playing sports? How about swimming, tennis, or basketball? You may be an elite college or professional athlete, a child athlete, or just somebody who enjoys sports for its health benefits. Have coaches, your parents, or teammates ever asked you to play through an injury, or play through the pain? You might be […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-multiple-sclerosis-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-multiple-sclerosis-2 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 12:56:59 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2638 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society reports that 50% of all people with MS suffer from chronic pain. Country music star Clay Walker shares his triumphs over MS pain and how he manages it as part of his lifestyle.  Dr. Adam Kaplin, medical and scientific advisor to the Montel Williams and Nancy Davis Foundation, provides details of […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society reports that 50% of all people with MS suffer from chronic pain. Country music star Clay Walker shares his triumphs over MS pain and how he manages it as part of his lifestyle.  Dr. Adam Kaplin, medical and scientific advisor to the Montel Williams and Nancy Davis Foundation, provides details of […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/neck-pain-and-its-lasting-effects/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=neck-pain-and-its-lasting-effects Mon, 13 Apr 2015 18:44:25 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2633 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNeck pain is a common condition that almost 75% of people experience at some point in life. Women, older adults, and those involved in whiplash injuries from car accidents are at increased risk. Jennifer Grey, the co-star of Dirty Dancing and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, takes us down her path of overcoming neck pain that […]Dr. Paul ChristoNeck pain is a common condition that almost 75% of people experience at some point in life. Women, older adults, and those involved in whiplash injuries from car accidents are at increased risk. Jennifer Grey, the co-star of Dirty Dancing and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, takes us down her path of overcoming neck pain that […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/moving-pain-free-feldenkrais/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moving-pain-free-feldenkrais Mon, 13 Apr 2015 15:42:39 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2608 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIf you have musculoskeletal pain, especially in the neck or low back, headaches, or arthritis then consider a distinctive approach to pain relief, called Feldenkrais –  a gentle, low risk, manipulative therapy. First, Christine describes how she substantially reduced her neck, shoulder, and arm pain after five months of practicing Feldenkrais.  Then Guild Certified Practitioner Paris […]Dr. Paul ChristoIf you have musculoskeletal pain, especially in the neck or low back, headaches, or arthritis then consider a distinctive approach to pain relief, called Feldenkrais –  a gentle, low risk, manipulative therapy. First, Christine describes how she substantially reduced her neck, shoulder, and arm pain after five months of practicing Feldenkrais.  Then Guild Certified Practitioner Paris […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/not-in-my-head/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=not-in-my-head Mon, 13 Apr 2015 15:32:57 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2595 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever fractured one of your bones? Sprained your ankle? For some, the pain in the arm or leg doesn’t go away, and begins to feel like an intense sunburn that human touch and even wind can make unbearable. Nicole Hemmenway, author of No, It Is NOT In My Head, shares a harrowing story […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever fractured one of your bones? Sprained your ankle? For some, the pain in the arm or leg doesn’t go away, and begins to feel like an intense sunburn that human touch and even wind can make unbearable. Nicole Hemmenway, author of No, It Is NOT In My Head, shares a harrowing story […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-and-addiction-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-and-addiction-2 Thu, 09 Apr 2015 15:02:14 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2537 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noOpioids can be invaluable for treating pain, but prescription painkillers can lead to abuse and addiction.  In fact, up to 7% of patients prescribed opioids to treat chronic pain may develop the disease of addiction. Christopher Kennedy Lawford, author of two, New York Times bestselling books on addiction, Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Office […]Dr. Paul ChristoOpioids can be invaluable for treating pain, but prescription painkillers can lead to abuse and addiction.  In fact, up to 7% of patients prescribed opioids to treat chronic pain may develop the disease of addiction. Christopher Kennedy Lawford, author of two, New York Times bestselling books on addiction, Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Office […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/elvis-presley-head-trauma-autoimmunity-and-agonizing-pain-part-iv/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elvis-presley-head-trauma-autoimmunity-and-agonizing-pain-part-iv Wed, 08 Apr 2015 13:05:34 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2409 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noFeaturing Dr. Nick –  Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably an […]Dr. Paul ChristoFeaturing Dr. Nick –  Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably an […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/elvis-presley-head-trauma-autoimmunity-and-agonizing-pain-part-iii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elvis-presley-head-trauma-autoimmunity-and-agonizing-pain-part-iii Wed, 08 Apr 2015 12:45:26 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2397 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noFeaturing George Klein –  Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably […]Dr. Paul ChristoFeaturing George Klein –  Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/dr-maya-angelou/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dr-maya-angelou Tue, 07 Apr 2015 21:07:35 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=2286 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noAlthough she spent some of her youth as a mute, Dr. Maya Angelou has been a voice for many generations and cultures. Her life has been filled with much adulation however she is managing the difficulties brought on by COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and arthritis. She suffered a collapsed right lung and has lesions […]Dr. Paul ChristoAlthough she spent some of her youth as a mute, Dr. Maya Angelou has been a voice for many generations and cultures. Her life has been filled with much adulation however she is managing the difficulties brought on by COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and arthritis. She suffered a collapsed right lung and has lesions […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/elvis-presley/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elvis-presley Tue, 07 Apr 2015 17:00:53 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1505 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noFeaturing Dr. Forest Tennant Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably an […]Dr. Paul ChristoFeaturing Dr. Forest Tennant Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably an […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/elvis-presley-head-trauma-autoimmunity-and-agonizing-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elvis-presley-head-trauma-autoimmunity-and-agonizing-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 16:56:55 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1500 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noFeaturing Dr. Forrest Tennant Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably […]Dr. Paul ChristoFeaturing Dr. Forrest Tennant Elvis Presley is the “King of Rock and Roll” and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. His death is still controversial. Was it drug overdose, or a heart attack? In fact, Elvis’ medical history was complex and involved pain as well as traumatic brain injury, and probably […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/fibromyalgia-3/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fibromyalgia-3 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:52:39 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1430 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noFibromyalgia affects up to 4% of the population, and leads to widespread body pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and even memory problems. Women are nine times more frequently affected than men. Actress AJ Langer, best known for her television roles on My So Called Life, Seinfeld, and Coach talks about her struggles and ultimate success with […]Dr. Paul ChristoFibromyalgia affects up to 4% of the population, and leads to widespread body pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and even memory problems. Women are nine times more frequently affected than men. Actress AJ Langer, best known for her television roles on My So Called Life, Seinfeld, and Coach talks about her struggles and ultimate success with […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-and-the-injured-skeleton/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-and-the-injured-skeleton Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:51:34 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1428 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBone Pain is felt more deeply in the body than even severe muscular pain, and it’s often hard to pinpoint. It comes from common conditions like osteoarthritis and fractures, some viruses and more serious conditions like bone cancer.  Founding member and president of the Fibrous Dysplasia Foundation Charlie Harles share his triumphs over many years of skeletal […]Dr. Paul ChristoBone Pain is felt more deeply in the body than even severe muscular pain, and it’s often hard to pinpoint. It comes from common conditions like osteoarthritis and fractures, some viruses and more serious conditions like bone cancer.  Founding member and president of the Fibrous Dysplasia Foundation Charlie Harles share his triumphs over many years of skeletal […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/irritable-bowel-syndrome/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=irritable-bowel-syndrome Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:49:36 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1426 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noAbdominal pain can be grueling, causing cramps, spasms and intense squeezing sensations. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a common cause of abdominal pain and represents one of the digestive diseases that affect 90 million Americans. Lisa Thorpe shares her experience with IBS and how she’s benefited from both traditional and integrative treatments. Dr. Gerard […]Dr. Paul ChristoAbdominal pain can be grueling, causing cramps, spasms and intense squeezing sensations. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a common cause of abdominal pain and represents one of the digestive diseases that affect 90 million Americans. Lisa Thorpe shares her experience with IBS and how she’s benefited from both traditional and integrative treatments. Dr. Gerard […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-and-the-injured-skeleton-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-and-the-injured-skeleton-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:48:32 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1424 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBone Pain is felt more deeply in the body than even severe muscular pain, and it’s often hard to pinpoint. We actually know very little about what drives skeletal pain and how best to relieve it. In Part II, founding member and President of the Fibrous Dysplasia Foundation Charlie Harles share his triumphs over many years of skeletal […]Dr. Paul ChristoBone Pain is felt more deeply in the body than even severe muscular pain, and it’s often hard to pinpoint. We actually know very little about what drives skeletal pain and how best to relieve it. In Part II, founding member and President of the Fibrous Dysplasia Foundation Charlie Harles share his triumphs over many years of skeletal […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-in-little-people-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-in-little-people-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:47:40 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1422 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noA primary cause of dwarfism is a medical condition called Achondroplasia, a type of skeletal dysplasia. Joint pain, nerve compression, and early degenerative spine changes often cause pain in little people, which is under appreciated and poorly managed. We’ll find out how Dee Miller, a little person, has moved past serious spinal pain and spinal […]Dr. Paul ChristoA primary cause of dwarfism is a medical condition called Achondroplasia, a type of skeletal dysplasia. Joint pain, nerve compression, and early degenerative spine changes often cause pain in little people, which is under appreciated and poorly managed. We’ll find out how Dee Miller, a little person, has moved past serious spinal pain and spinal […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/preventing-a-lifetime-of-pain-after-surgery/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=preventing-a-lifetime-of-pain-after-surgery Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:45:42 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1420 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo) https://paulchristomd.com/postherpetic-neuralgia-persistent-shingles-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=postherpetic-neuralgia-persistent-shingles-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:44:31 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1418 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noAlthough the symptoms associated with shingles can be distressing, the pain that persists after the rash resolves, known as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is the most worrisome. Traveling, shopping, cooking, and even dressing may all come to a halt. Hacky Clark, a successful estate attorney explains firsthand how PHN has affected his life and PHN expert Dr. […]Dr. Paul ChristoAlthough the symptoms associated with shingles can be distressing, the pain that persists after the rash resolves, known as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is the most worrisome. Traveling, shopping, cooking, and even dressing may all come to a halt. Hacky Clark, a successful estate attorney explains firsthand how PHN has affected his life and PHN expert Dr. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/preventing-a-lifetime-of-pain-after-surgery-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=preventing-a-lifetime-of-pain-after-surgery-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:43:02 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1416 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo) https://paulchristomd.com/when-pain-alters-your-appetite-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=when-pain-alters-your-appetite-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:40:59 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1412 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDo we live to eat, or eat to live?  Are there particular foods that can actually alleviate painful conditions? Our guest is Lisa DeFazio, healthy lifestyle expert, nutritionist, and TV host. She’s a certified registered dietitian with a masters degree in Nutritional Science. Lisa will explore these topics and help us regain control of our appetite […]Dr. Paul ChristoDo we live to eat, or eat to live?  Are there particular foods that can actually alleviate painful conditions? Our guest is Lisa DeFazio, healthy lifestyle expert, nutritionist, and TV host. She’s a certified registered dietitian with a masters degree in Nutritional Science. Lisa will explore these topics and help us regain control of our appetite […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/when-pain-threatens-your-appetite-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=when-pain-threatens-your-appetite-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:38:49 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1408 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDo we live to eat, or eat to live?  Are there particular foods that can actually alleviate painful conditions? Can certain foods, vitamins, or probiotics fight pain and elevate our mood? Our guest is Lisa DeFazio, healthy lifestyle expert, nutritionist, and TV Host. She’s a certified registered dietician with a Master’s degree in Nutritional Science. […]Dr. Paul ChristoDo we live to eat, or eat to live?  Are there particular foods that can actually alleviate painful conditions? Can certain foods, vitamins, or probiotics fight pain and elevate our mood? Our guest is Lisa DeFazio, healthy lifestyle expert, nutritionist, and TV Host. She’s a certified registered dietician with a Master’s degree in Nutritional Science. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/sexual-pain-part-i-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sexual-pain-part-i-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:37:46 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1406 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noYou may be shocked to find out that up to 20% of women have had sexual pain during their lives, not every womans experience is like what we see in videos. That’s higher than the percentage of adults with asthma, cancer, or heart disease. Our first guest Jessica shares, for the first time in public, […]Dr. Paul ChristoYou may be shocked to find out that up to 20% of women have had sexual pain during their lives, not every womans experience is like what we see in videos. That’s higher than the percentage of adults with asthma, cancer, or heart disease. Our first guest Jessica shares, for the first time in public, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-a-wounded-warrior/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-a-wounded-warrior Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:36:31 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1404 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noPersistent pain is highly prevalent among military veterans and they often suffer one of the most intense types of pain imaginable- burns. Our guest is Johns Roberts, executive vice president of Warrior Relations for the Wounded Warrior Project. He was critically injured, and severely burned over 80% of his body while serving in the Marine […]Dr. Paul ChristoPersistent pain is highly prevalent among military veterans and they often suffer one of the most intense types of pain imaginable- burns. Our guest is Johns Roberts, executive vice president of Warrior Relations for the Wounded Warrior Project. He was critically injured, and severely burned over 80% of his body while serving in the Marine […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-hidden-pain-in-every-kitchen/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-hidden-pain-in-every-kitchen Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:34:21 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1400 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChefs spend their lives standing up, walking quickly, chopping, twisting, bending, and lifting heavy pots and pans. Executive Chef Mark Peel was the owner of the award-winning Los Angeles restaurant called Campanile. His work in the kitchen led to carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, and low back pain. He’s overcome all three conditions and continues […]Dr. Paul ChristoChefs spend their lives standing up, walking quickly, chopping, twisting, bending, and lifting heavy pots and pans. Executive Chef Mark Peel was the owner of the award-winning Los Angeles restaurant called Campanile. His work in the kitchen led to carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, and low back pain. He’s overcome all three conditions and continues […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-hidden-pain-in-every-kitchen-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-hidden-pain-in-every-kitchen-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:32:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1396 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChefs spend their lives standing up, walking quickly, chopping, twisting, bending, and lifting heavy pots and pans. Executive Chef Mark Peel was the owner of the award-winning Los Angeles restaurant called, Campanile. His work in the kitchen led to carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, and low back pain. He’s overcome all three conditions and continued […]Dr. Paul ChristoChefs spend their lives standing up, walking quickly, chopping, twisting, bending, and lifting heavy pots and pans. Executive Chef Mark Peel was the owner of the award-winning Los Angeles restaurant called, Campanile. His work in the kitchen led to carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, and low back pain. He’s overcome all three conditions and continued […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-torture-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-torture-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:31:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1394 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe very word “Torture” conveys the stark reality of pain – pain inflicted intentionally upon another human being. We’ll hear the harrowing experiences of author Marina Nemat who endured painful foot lashings, a broken wrist, and narrowly escaped a death sentence while she was imprisoned in Iran. Dr. RaminAsgary founded and directed the Human Rights Program at the Mt. Sinai […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe very word “Torture” conveys the stark reality of pain – pain inflicted intentionally upon another human being. We’ll hear the harrowing experiences of author Marina Nemat who endured painful foot lashings, a broken wrist, and narrowly escaped a death sentence while she was imprisoned in Iran. Dr. RaminAsgary founded and directed the Human Rights Program at the Mt. Sinai […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/prolotherapy/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=prolotherapy Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:17:55 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1380 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noProlotherapy helps stimulate the healing of chronically injured ligaments and tendons. It reduces pain and may even regenerate new tissue. Dr. Jeffrey Patterson (in memoriam) at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine is one of the country’s leading experts on Prolotherapy and will give insight into this method of healing. Troy Tousey, our second guest, has […]Dr. Paul ChristoProlotherapy helps stimulate the healing of chronically injured ligaments and tendons. It reduces pain and may even regenerate new tissue. Dr. Jeffrey Patterson (in memoriam) at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine is one of the country’s leading experts on Prolotherapy and will give insight into this method of healing. Troy Tousey, our second guest, has […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/melodic-medicine-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=melodic-medicine-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:17:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1378 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noListening to music helps control pain in medical settings like the ICU, and in chronic conditions like low back pain, fibromyalgia, and cancer. Our first guest, Tim Janis, is a renowned composer, producer, and performer. We’ll talk to Tim about the inspiration for his work and impact of his music on patients, wounded warriors, and […]Dr. Paul ChristoListening to music helps control pain in medical settings like the ICU, and in chronic conditions like low back pain, fibromyalgia, and cancer. Our first guest, Tim Janis, is a renowned composer, producer, and performer. We’ll talk to Tim about the inspiration for his work and impact of his music on patients, wounded warriors, and […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/melodic-medicine-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=melodic-medicine-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:14:30 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1374 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noListening to music helps control pain in medical settings like the ICU and in chronic conditions like low back pain, fibromyalgia, and cancer. Our first guest, Tim Janis is a renowned composer, producer, and performer. In Part II, we’ll talk to Tim about the physiological, psychological, and neurological benefits of music on our health, how music […]Dr. Paul ChristoListening to music helps control pain in medical settings like the ICU and in chronic conditions like low back pain, fibromyalgia, and cancer. Our first guest, Tim Janis is a renowned composer, producer, and performer. In Part II, we’ll talk to Tim about the physiological, psychological, and neurological benefits of music on our health, how music […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/joint-hypermobility-pain-ehlers-danlos-syndrome-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=joint-hypermobility-pain-ehlers-danlos-syndrome-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:13:31 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1372 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHarry Houdini, the famous escape artist probably had Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) – extreme joint flexibility where one can voluntarily dislocate and relocate their joints. Unfortunately, 90% of those with EDS suffer from chronic pain.  We’re joined by Maggie Buckley, who shares her experience with joint hypermobility, accompanying pain, and methods of coping with EDS. Ehlers-Danlos […]Dr. Paul ChristoHarry Houdini, the famous escape artist probably had Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) – extreme joint flexibility where one can voluntarily dislocate and relocate their joints. Unfortunately, 90% of those with EDS suffer from chronic pain.  We’re joined by Maggie Buckley, who shares her experience with joint hypermobility, accompanying pain, and methods of coping with EDS. Ehlers-Danlos […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/stress-and-more-stress-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stress-and-more-stress-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:10:17 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1366 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you ever wondered whether stress triggers that nagging backache or headache? Our guest, Dr. Kathleen Hall, is an international stress expert that has worked with several Fortune 500 companies on stress and work life balance. We’ll find out firsthand just how to counter the negative impact of stress, explore solutions for conquering pain caused […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you ever wondered whether stress triggers that nagging backache or headache? Our guest, Dr. Kathleen Hall, is an international stress expert that has worked with several Fortune 500 companies on stress and work life balance. We’ll find out firsthand just how to counter the negative impact of stress, explore solutions for conquering pain caused […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/buddhist-inspired-secrets-for-coping-with-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=buddhist-inspired-secrets-for-coping-with-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:08:13 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1362 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNo one knows what life has in store for us.  When we have pain that doesn’t go away, how do we cope with the new life that now confronts us? Our guest, Toni Bernhard became ill with an acute viral infection and has never recovered.  We will delve into Toni’s experiences, and explore how we […]Dr. Paul ChristoNo one knows what life has in store for us.  When we have pain that doesn’t go away, how do we cope with the new life that now confronts us? Our guest, Toni Bernhard became ill with an acute viral infection and has never recovered.  We will delve into Toni’s experiences, and explore how we […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/buddhist-inspired-secrets-for-coping-with-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=buddhist-inspired-secrets-for-coping-with-pain-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 11:57:12 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1358 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNo one knows what life has in store for us.  When we have pain that doesn’t go away, how do we cope with the new life that now confronts us?  Our guest Toni Bernhard became ill with an acute viral infection and has never recovered.  We will examine the benefits of mindfulness/meditation, answer the question “Why […]Dr. Paul ChristoNo one knows what life has in store for us.  When we have pain that doesn’t go away, how do we cope with the new life that now confronts us?  Our guest Toni Bernhard became ill with an acute viral infection and has never recovered.  We will examine the benefits of mindfulness/meditation, answer the question “Why […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-americas-biggest-health-problem-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-americas-biggest-health-problem-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 11:54:41 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1354 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that pain has reached epidemic proportions? In fact, 100 million people are living with chronic pain in America alone.  Our guest is Judy Foreman, author of A Nation In Pain.  She’s an award-winning health journalist who overcame her own battle with serious neck pain. She joins us to highlight her surprising and comprehensive research […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that pain has reached epidemic proportions? In fact, 100 million people are living with chronic pain in America alone.  Our guest is Judy Foreman, author of A Nation In Pain.  She’s an award-winning health journalist who overcame her own battle with serious neck pain. She joins us to highlight her surprising and comprehensive research […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-americas-biggest-health-problem-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-americas-biggest-health-problem-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 11:52:19 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1350 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDid you know that pain has reached epidemic proportions? In fact, 100 million people are living with chronic pain in America alone. Our guest is Judy Foreman, author of A Nation In Pain. She’s an award-winning health journalist who overcame her own battle with serious neck pain. She joins us for Part II to talk about gender […]Dr. Paul ChristoDid you know that pain has reached epidemic proportions? In fact, 100 million people are living with chronic pain in America alone. Our guest is Judy Foreman, author of A Nation In Pain. She’s an award-winning health journalist who overcame her own battle with serious neck pain. She joins us for Part II to talk about gender […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/soothing-scents-of-aromatherapy-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=soothing-scents-of-aromatherapy-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 11:49:37 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1346 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noOur first guest, Fran Munroe suffered from 50 years of migraine headaches that would leave her bedridden for 2-3 days. Aromatherapy has allowed her to escape a migraine more than 95% of the time.  Dr. Kamyar Hedayat, expert in medical aromatherapy, joins us again to share the power of essential oils in combating conditions like […]Dr. Paul ChristoOur first guest, Fran Munroe suffered from 50 years of migraine headaches that would leave her bedridden for 2-3 days. Aromatherapy has allowed her to escape a migraine more than 95% of the time.  Dr. Kamyar Hedayat, expert in medical aromatherapy, joins us again to share the power of essential oils in combating conditions like […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/genital-pain-cyclists-syndrome-part-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=genital-pain-cyclists-syndrome-part-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 11:41:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1340 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noEveryday things like sitting or exercising can be virtually impossible if you are suffering from pudendal neuralgia, commonly called cyclist’s syndrome, which affects the pelvic floor. Patients feel stabbing, stinging, or burning sensations around the anal, scrotal, or labial regions of the body. In Part 2, Leslie describes how normal childbirth led to a feeling of […]Dr. Paul ChristoEveryday things like sitting or exercising can be virtually impossible if you are suffering from pudendal neuralgia, commonly called cyclist’s syndrome, which affects the pelvic floor. Patients feel stabbing, stinging, or burning sensations around the anal, scrotal, or labial regions of the body. In Part 2, Leslie describes how normal childbirth led to a feeling of […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/energy-healing-from-afar-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=energy-healing-from-afar-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 11:38:50 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1336 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIs the art of healing bound by physical limitations?  Can healing take place over long distances – by telephone for example.  Does some universal force or energy source provide human beings with avenues to connect with each other for the purpose of healing pain? Lynn describes in even more detail the remarkable effects of energy healing […]Dr. Paul ChristoIs the art of healing bound by physical limitations?  Can healing take place over long distances – by telephone for example.  Does some universal force or energy source provide human beings with avenues to connect with each other for the purpose of healing pain? Lynn describes in even more detail the remarkable effects of energy healing […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-burning-alive-syndrome/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-burning-alive-syndrome Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:55:45 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1334 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noErythromelalgia (or EM) is rare and can be a devastating condition.  It typically affects the feet or hands, or both and causes visible redness, as well as sensations of intense heat and burning pain.  Some have described this condition as having their “nerves on fire” or feeling like they’re “burning alive.” We’ll hear Diana Zak […]Dr. Paul ChristoErythromelalgia (or EM) is rare and can be a devastating condition.  It typically affects the feet or hands, or both and causes visible redness, as well as sensations of intense heat and burning pain.  Some have described this condition as having their “nerves on fire” or feeling like they’re “burning alive.” We’ll hear Diana Zak […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-miracle-of-nerve-restoration-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-miracle-of-nerve-restoration-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:54:45 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1332 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen we get a paper cut in the skin, or experience a sunburn, we’re injuring the peripheral nerves of the body. Medical conditions like diabetes, HIV, cancer, or traumatic injury can damage these peripheral nerves and lead to bad burning pain, numbness, or paralysis. One of the pioneers in the field of nerve regeneration, Dr. […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen we get a paper cut in the skin, or experience a sunburn, we’re injuring the peripheral nerves of the body. Medical conditions like diabetes, HIV, cancer, or traumatic injury can damage these peripheral nerves and lead to bad burning pain, numbness, or paralysis. One of the pioneers in the field of nerve regeneration, Dr. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/jin-shin-jyutsu-a-simple-japanese-touch-therapy-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jin-shin-jyutsu-a-simple-japanese-touch-therapy-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:52:34 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1328 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noJin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ) is a little known Japanese healing art that can relieve pain, restore emotional equilibrium, and harmonize the vital energy of the whole person. Cathy Calvert will share an extraordinary story of a debilitating horse accident and how JSJ left her pain-free following just a 30 minute session. Jennifer Bradley, certified JSJ […]Dr. Paul ChristoJin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ) is a little known Japanese healing art that can relieve pain, restore emotional equilibrium, and harmonize the vital energy of the whole person. Cathy Calvert will share an extraordinary story of a debilitating horse accident and how JSJ left her pain-free following just a 30 minute session. Jennifer Bradley, certified JSJ […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-racism/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-racism Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:50:35 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1324 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIn America, racial discrimination was the force behind slavery and segregation among the states. Research tells us that still today we may respond more dramatically to seeing white people in pain than we do black people. We’re joined today by Faith Ringgold, an award winning African American artist, author, anti-racism activist and feminist movement advocate to […]Dr. Paul ChristoIn America, racial discrimination was the force behind slavery and segregation among the states. Research tells us that still today we may respond more dramatically to seeing white people in pain than we do black people. We’re joined today by Faith Ringgold, an award winning African American artist, author, anti-racism activist and feminist movement advocate to […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/gout-the-king-of-pain-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gout-the-king-of-pain-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:49:40 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1322 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe pain from gout can be crushing.  It’s the most common inflammatory joint disease and affects over 5 million people in the United States alone.  It’s also been referred to as “the king of diseases and the disease of kings” because rich foods and alcohol, symbols of the “good life” trigger painful attacks.  On today’s […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe pain from gout can be crushing.  It’s the most common inflammatory joint disease and affects over 5 million people in the United States alone.  It’s also been referred to as “the king of diseases and the disease of kings” because rich foods and alcohol, symbols of the “good life” trigger painful attacks.  On today’s […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-racism-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-racism-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:48:37 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1320 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noRacism is painful. It hurts our identity, suppresses our talents, and can lead to injury. In America, racial discrimination was the force behind slavery and segregation among the states. How about racial disparities in understanding and treating pain? Science tells us that we don’t respond to the pain of others equally. We’re joined once again […]Dr. Paul ChristoRacism is painful. It hurts our identity, suppresses our talents, and can lead to injury. In America, racial discrimination was the force behind slavery and segregation among the states. How about racial disparities in understanding and treating pain? Science tells us that we don’t respond to the pain of others equally. We’re joined once again […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/a-game-for-pain-the-world-of-virtual-reality-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-game-for-pain-the-world-of-virtual-reality-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:46:11 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1316 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine yourself gliding down an icy canyon while it’s lightly snowing, feeling a wet, cold snowball in your hand as you throw it at an igloo – this is the world of virtual reality (VR). Luke Moore shares the power of VR in getting him through the intense pain of cleansing burn wounds on his […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine yourself gliding down an icy canyon while it’s lightly snowing, feeling a wet, cold snowball in your hand as you throw it at an igloo – this is the world of virtual reality (VR). Luke Moore shares the power of VR in getting him through the intense pain of cleansing burn wounds on his […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/a-game-for-pain-the-world-of-virtual-reality-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-game-for-pain-the-world-of-virtual-reality-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:44:16 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1312 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine yourself gliding down an icy canyon while it’s lightly snowing, feeling a wet, cold snowball in your hand as you throw it at an igloo – this is the world of virtual reality (VR). Luke Moore shares the power of VR in getting him through the intense pain of cleansing burn wounds on his […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine yourself gliding down an icy canyon while it’s lightly snowing, feeling a wet, cold snowball in your hand as you throw it at an igloo – this is the world of virtual reality (VR). Luke Moore shares the power of VR in getting him through the intense pain of cleansing burn wounds on his […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-torture-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-torture-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:43:21 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1310 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe very word “Torture” conveys the stark reality of pain – pain inflicted intentionally upon another human being. We’ll hear the harrowing experiences of author Marina Nemat who endured painful foot lashings, a broken wrist, and narrowly escaped a death sentence while she was imprisoned in Iran. Dr. Ramin Asgary founded and directed the Human […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe very word “Torture” conveys the stark reality of pain – pain inflicted intentionally upon another human being. We’ll hear the harrowing experiences of author Marina Nemat who endured painful foot lashings, a broken wrist, and narrowly escaped a death sentence while she was imprisoned in Iran. Dr. Ramin Asgary founded and directed the Human […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/hypnosis-healing-and-pain-relief-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hypnosis-healing-and-pain-relief-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:40:56 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1308 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHypnosis is a mind-body healing approach that’s been used successfully to manage acute and chronic pain, including cancer pain. Ross Chambers talks to us about how well hypnosis relieved aggravating chest wall and shoulder pain following a pacemaker implantation. Then, Dr. David Patterson, psychologist and hypnotherapist from the University of Washington School of Medicine, shows […]Dr. Paul ChristoHypnosis is a mind-body healing approach that’s been used successfully to manage acute and chronic pain, including cancer pain. Ross Chambers talks to us about how well hypnosis relieved aggravating chest wall and shoulder pain following a pacemaker implantation. Then, Dr. David Patterson, psychologist and hypnotherapist from the University of Washington School of Medicine, shows […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/painful-diabetic-neuropathy/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=painful-diabetic-neuropathy Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:39:35 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1306 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noDiabetes is the most common cause of neuropathy (nerve pain) worldwide.  The pain felt at the onset of this disease can be so subtle or diverse that it is often ignored by patients, or even misdiagnosed by doctors. Our special guest is very dear to us all; Leave It To Beaver’s Jerry Mathers.  When he discovered he […]Dr. Paul ChristoDiabetes is the most common cause of neuropathy (nerve pain) worldwide.  The pain felt at the onset of this disease can be so subtle or diverse that it is often ignored by patients, or even misdiagnosed by doctors. Our special guest is very dear to us all; Leave It To Beaver’s Jerry Mathers.  When he discovered he […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/jin-shin-jyutsu-a-simple-japanese-touch-therapy-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jin-shin-jyutsu-a-simple-japanese-touch-therapy-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:35:13 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1298 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noJin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ) is a little known Japanese healing art that can relieve pain, restore emotional equilibrium, and harmonize the vital energy of the whole person. Cathy Calvert will share an extraordinary story of a debilitating horse accident and how JSJ left her pain-free following just a 30 minute session. Jennifer Bradley, certified JSJ […]Dr. Paul ChristoJin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ) is a little known Japanese healing art that can relieve pain, restore emotional equilibrium, and harmonize the vital energy of the whole person. Cathy Calvert will share an extraordinary story of a debilitating horse accident and how JSJ left her pain-free following just a 30 minute session. Jennifer Bradley, certified JSJ […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/sexual-pain-part-ii-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sexual-pain-part-ii-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:34:16 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1296 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIn Part II of sexual pain, we’ll delve more deeply into Jessica’s story of enduring five years of misdiagnosed vulvar pain. We’ll discover how correcting her hip problem allowed her to live virtually pain free. Dr. Deborah Coady also provides new information on the best treatments for sexual pain in women.  Dr. Paul ChristoIn Part II of sexual pain, we’ll delve more deeply into Jessica’s story of enduring five years of misdiagnosed vulvar pain. We’ll discover how correcting her hip problem allowed her to live virtually pain free. Dr. Deborah Coady also provides new information on the best treatments for sexual pain in women.  chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-a-wounded-warrior-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-a-wounded-warrior-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:33:11 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1294 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noPersistent pain is highly prevalent among military veterans and they often suffer one of the most intense types of pain imaginable- burns. Our guest is Johns Roberts, executive vice president of Warrior Relations for the Wounded Warrior Project. He was critically injured, and severely burned over 80% of his body while serving in the Marine […]Dr. Paul ChristoPersistent pain is highly prevalent among military veterans and they often suffer one of the most intense types of pain imaginable- burns. Our guest is Johns Roberts, executive vice president of Warrior Relations for the Wounded Warrior Project. He was critically injured, and severely burned over 80% of his body while serving in the Marine […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/blood-sweat-tears-and-urine/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=blood-sweat-tears-and-urine Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:30:51 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1290 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWe’re familiar with blood testing, but other specimens like sweat, hair, saliva, and nails can be tested too. How about testing our urine? Patients using opioids or other controlled substances for pain relief typically do have their urine checked. Jackie, our first guest has been a nurse for 30 years. Opioids have given her the […]Dr. Paul ChristoWe’re familiar with blood testing, but other specimens like sweat, hair, saliva, and nails can be tested too. How about testing our urine? Patients using opioids or other controlled substances for pain relief typically do have their urine checked. Jackie, our first guest has been a nurse for 30 years. Opioids have given her the […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/blood-sweat-tears-and-urine-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=blood-sweat-tears-and-urine-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:28:42 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1286 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWe’re familiar with blood testing, but other specimens like sweat, hair, saliva, and nails can be tested too. How about testing our urine? Patients using opioids or other controlled substances for pain relief typically do have their urine checked. Jackie, our first guest has been a nurse for 30 years. Opioids have given her the […]Dr. Paul ChristoWe’re familiar with blood testing, but other specimens like sweat, hair, saliva, and nails can be tested too. How about testing our urine? Patients using opioids or other controlled substances for pain relief typically do have their urine checked. Jackie, our first guest has been a nurse for 30 years. Opioids have given her the […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/plus-sized-and-in-pain-the-benefits-of-exercise/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=plus-sized-and-in-pain-the-benefits-of-exercise Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:27:30 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1284 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe headlines say that obesity is a death sentence. It can lead to hypertension, diabetes, and even cancer. Jeanette DePatie (A.K.A. “The Fat Chick”) is a plus sized, certified fitness instructor. She helps those who haven’t worked out in years to safely start and continue an exercise program. She’s seen firsthand how chronic pain sufferers […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe headlines say that obesity is a death sentence. It can lead to hypertension, diabetes, and even cancer. Jeanette DePatie (A.K.A. “The Fat Chick”) is a plus sized, certified fitness instructor. She helps those who haven’t worked out in years to safely start and continue an exercise program. She’s seen firsthand how chronic pain sufferers […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-mystery-of-chronic-inflammatory-demyelinating-polyneuropathy-cidp/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-mystery-of-chronic-inflammatory-demyelinating-polyneuropathy-cidp Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:23:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1276 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) attacks the nervous system and can cause painful, stinging, needle-like sensations along with numbness and weakness. The cause is unknown, but this type of neuropathy can be associated with HIV and Lupus. Ellen Schecter, an award-winning writer takes us through a time when she felt her life was shattered by […]Dr. Paul ChristoChronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) attacks the nervous system and can cause painful, stinging, needle-like sensations along with numbness and weakness. The cause is unknown, but this type of neuropathy can be associated with HIV and Lupus. Ellen Schecter, an award-winning writer takes us through a time when she felt her life was shattered by […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-after-breast-reconstruction/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-after-breast-reconstruction Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:20:32 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1272 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe risk of having chronic chest pain after breast surgery (mastectomy and lumpectomy) for cancer is high at 20-30%. When a woman is confronted with breast cancer, many questions arise – not the least of which is post-mastectomy breast reconstruction. Janet Ladd, a professional coach shares her experience with mastectomy, breast reconstruction, and pain-free living […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe risk of having chronic chest pain after breast surgery (mastectomy and lumpectomy) for cancer is high at 20-30%. When a woman is confronted with breast cancer, many questions arise – not the least of which is post-mastectomy breast reconstruction. Janet Ladd, a professional coach shares her experience with mastectomy, breast reconstruction, and pain-free living […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=heart-pain-sounding-the-alarm-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:15:19 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1264 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. Our guests today will lead us through maze to answer that question and more. Eliz Green had a heart attack […]Dr. Paul ChristoYou’re feeling some indigestion after a meal, and then a little chest heaviness. It’s probably nothing. Or is it? If you’re a woman, you could be having a heart attack and not even know it. Our guests today will lead us through maze to answer that question and more. Eliz Green had a heart attack […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/ticks-targets-and-terrific-pain-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ticks-targets-and-terrific-pain-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:14:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1262 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noCan you imagine feeling like your nerves were doused in gasoline and lit on fire? Many patients with active disease or the chronic form of the disease called, Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome develop pain. It ranges from flu like headaches and joint aches to shooting pain down the arms, muscle spasms, or widespread arthritis. […]Dr. Paul ChristoCan you imagine feeling like your nerves were doused in gasoline and lit on fire? Many patients with active disease or the chronic form of the disease called, Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome develop pain. It ranges from flu like headaches and joint aches to shooting pain down the arms, muscle spasms, or widespread arthritis. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/emotional-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=emotional-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:10:40 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1256 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIt seems surprising, but pain caused by emotional distress can be felt more deeply and for a longer period of time than pain caused by physical injuries. On today’s show, we’ll talk to Julie Hersh, author of Struck by Living: From Depression to Hope. Julie shares her journey from the depths of painful depression and three suicide […]Dr. Paul ChristoIt seems surprising, but pain caused by emotional distress can be felt more deeply and for a longer period of time than pain caused by physical injuries. On today’s show, we’ll talk to Julie Hersh, author of Struck by Living: From Depression to Hope. Julie shares her journey from the depths of painful depression and three suicide […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/acupuncture-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acupuncture-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:09:30 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1254 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMost of us have heard of this ancient Chinese traditional medical treatment. Today, it’s used more and more to treat pain. We’ll hear how successful acupuncture has been for Jamie Shimmel’s fibromyalgia and plantar fasciits. Then, a leading specialist in this field, Dr. Robert Bonakdar from the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine surprises us with […]Dr. Paul ChristoMost of us have heard of this ancient Chinese traditional medical treatment. Today, it’s used more and more to treat pain. We’ll hear how successful acupuncture has been for Jamie Shimmel’s fibromyalgia and plantar fasciits. Then, a leading specialist in this field, Dr. Robert Bonakdar from the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine surprises us with […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/calmare/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calmare Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:06:43 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1252 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noElectrical stimulation can reduce pain in the form of spinal cord stimulator devices and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy. Today, we’ll learn about Calmare, a new device for relieving chronic pain from Cynthia Chauhan, retired clinical social worker and cancer research advocate, and Dr. Michael Cooney. https://paulchristomd.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/13.5-Aches-And-Gains-061-Calmare-XM.mp3Dr. Paul ChristoElectrical stimulation can reduce pain in the form of spinal cord stimulator devices and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy. Today, we’ll learn about Calmare, a new device for relieving chronic pain from Cynthia Chauhan, retired clinical social worker and cancer research advocate, and Dr. Michael Cooney. https://paulchristomd.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/13.5-Aches-And-Gains-061-Calmare-XM.mp3chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/acupuncture-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acupuncture-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:05:35 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1250 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMost of us have heard of this ancient Chinese traditional medical treatment. Today, it’s used more and more to treat pain. We’ll hear how successful acupuncture has been for Jamie Shimmel’s fibromyalgia and plantar fasciits. Then, a leading specialist in this field, Dr. Robert Bonakdar from the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine surprises us with […]Dr. Paul ChristoMost of us have heard of this ancient Chinese traditional medical treatment. Today, it’s used more and more to treat pain. We’ll hear how successful acupuncture has been for Jamie Shimmel’s fibromyalgia and plantar fasciits. Then, a leading specialist in this field, Dr. Robert Bonakdar from the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine surprises us with […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-worse-pain-of-your-life-kidney-stones-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-worse-pain-of-your-life-kidney-stones-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:03:08 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1246 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany of us have heard people say that passing a kidney stone is the most painful experience ever. What if it happens to you, and how can you prevent it from happening? Ty Ford, audio engineer and co-producer of Aches and Gains, will revisit his experience with passing a kidney stone and how he got […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany of us have heard people say that passing a kidney stone is the most painful experience ever. What if it happens to you, and how can you prevent it from happening? Ty Ford, audio engineer and co-producer of Aches and Gains, will revisit his experience with passing a kidney stone and how he got […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/foot-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=foot-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:59:38 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1240 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen walking, standing, balancing, even jumping for joy, becomes too painful to even think about, we need answers, treatment, and some sweet relief. We seek out a podiatrist and Dr. Elliott Udell is one of the best.  In fact, he’s the past president of the American Society of Podiatric Medicine.  Over the last 30 years, […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen walking, standing, balancing, even jumping for joy, becomes too painful to even think about, we need answers, treatment, and some sweet relief. We seek out a podiatrist and Dr. Elliott Udell is one of the best.  In fact, he’s the past president of the American Society of Podiatric Medicine.  Over the last 30 years, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/musculoskeletal-pain-the-egoscue-method-of-pain-free-living/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=musculoskeletal-pain-the-egoscue-method-of-pain-free-living Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:58:59 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1238 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMusculoskeletal pain is among the most common reasons for seeing a doctor and affects about 30% of adults. Treating this type of pain can be tough, but our first guest, Pete Egoscue has developed a unique exercise therapy program that focuses on posture realignment.  Pete has been an anatomical physiologist since 1978 and been a […]Dr. Paul ChristoMusculoskeletal pain is among the most common reasons for seeing a doctor and affects about 30% of adults. Treating this type of pain can be tough, but our first guest, Pete Egoscue has developed a unique exercise therapy program that focuses on posture realignment.  Pete has been an anatomical physiologist since 1978 and been a […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rheumatoid-arthritis Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:56:38 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1232 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noRheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects over 2 million people and is one of the most costly diseases to our nation’s health care system. Amye Leong, president and CEO of Healthy Motivation was just 18 years old when she was diagnosed with RA and became wheelchair bound within six years while now running her own consulting firm. […]Dr. Paul ChristoRheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects over 2 million people and is one of the most costly diseases to our nation’s health care system. Amye Leong, president and CEO of Healthy Motivation was just 18 years old when she was diagnosed with RA and became wheelchair bound within six years while now running her own consulting firm. […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/will-we-die-in-pain-part-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=will-we-die-in-pain-part-2 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:54:41 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1228 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIn part two of our show, Mike Hill (director, writer, and producer) shares some powerful, behind the scenes moments that he experienced while filming the compelling documentary, “Life Before Death”.  Dr. Kathleen Foley then gives us the hope we need to ease our fear of dying a painful death. https://paulchristomd.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Aches-And-Gains-028-Will-We-Die-In-Pain-II.mp3Dr. Paul ChristoIn part two of our show, Mike Hill (director, writer, and producer) shares some powerful, behind the scenes moments that he experienced while filming the compelling documentary, “Life Before Death”.  Dr. Kathleen Foley then gives us the hope we need to ease our fear of dying a painful death. https://paulchristomd.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Aches-And-Gains-028-Will-We-Die-In-Pain-II.mp3chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/will-we-die-in-pain-part-1/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=will-we-die-in-pain-part-1 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:53:59 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1226 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)no“Life Before Death” is a moving, award winning documentary film that features the worldwide battle by physicians and nurses to stop the epidemic of pain that threatens to condemn one in every ten of us to die a painful death. Through the eyes of patients and their families, we experience very personally the agony of […]Dr. Paul Christo“Life Before Death” is a moving, award winning documentary film that features the worldwide battle by physicians and nurses to stop the epidemic of pain that threatens to condemn one in every ten of us to die a painful death. Through the eyes of patients and their families, we experience very personally the agony of […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/cancer-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cancer-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:52:55 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1224 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIt’s estimated that over 12 million Americans have cancer. Sadly, severe and chronic pain occurs in over 30% of patients undergoing therapy and in almost 70% of patients with advanced disease. Nancy Amato, who is actively battling pancreatic cancer, shares an intimate portrait of her experience while Dr. Oscar De Leon of the Roswell Park […]Dr. Paul ChristoIt’s estimated that over 12 million Americans have cancer. Sadly, severe and chronic pain occurs in over 30% of patients undergoing therapy and in almost 70% of patients with advanced disease. Nancy Amato, who is actively battling pancreatic cancer, shares an intimate portrait of her experience while Dr. Oscar De Leon of the Roswell Park […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/medical-marijuana-pain-and-controversy/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=medical-marijuana-pain-and-controversy Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:51:51 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1222 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMarijuana is one of the most widely used drugs in the world. It’s one of the oldest documented medicines in history, and there are many therapeutic uses: it manages pain, including the pain of childbirth, relieves spasticity (from multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury), reduces nausea, stimulates appetite and can control glaucoma. On the other […]Dr. Paul ChristoMarijuana is one of the most widely used drugs in the world. It’s one of the oldest documented medicines in history, and there are many therapeutic uses: it manages pain, including the pain of childbirth, relieves spasticity (from multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury), reduces nausea, stimulates appetite and can control glaucoma. On the other […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/herbal-remedies-for-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=herbal-remedies-for-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:50:44 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1220 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noHave you thought about using Feverfew, Cat’s Claw, or Ginger to ease your pain? The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 4 billion people or 80% of the world population use herbal medicine for some aspect of primary health care. Dr. Chad Wilde, a pain specialist and herbalist will give us his recommendations on effective […]Dr. Paul ChristoHave you thought about using Feverfew, Cat’s Claw, or Ginger to ease your pain? The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 4 billion people or 80% of the world population use herbal medicine for some aspect of primary health care. Dr. Chad Wilde, a pain specialist and herbalist will give us his recommendations on effective […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/trigeminal-neuralgia/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trigeminal-neuralgia Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:49:59 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1218 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThere are several facial pain syndromes, but Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) may be the worst. Sudden, stabbing, electrical sensations radiating from the ear down the face are typical leading some to call this syndrome the “suicide disease” because the pain can be so excruciating.  We’ll get a firsthand account of living with and overcoming TN from […]Dr. Paul ChristoThere are several facial pain syndromes, but Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) may be the worst. Sudden, stabbing, electrical sensations radiating from the ear down the face are typical leading some to call this syndrome the “suicide disease” because the pain can be so excruciating.  We’ll get a firsthand account of living with and overcoming TN from […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/temporomandibular-joint-disorder-tmj/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=temporomandibular-joint-disorder-tmj Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:47:20 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1212 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noImagine how you would feel if you experienced pain while chewing, swallowing, speaking or even yawing? Or, consider living with such limited jaw movement that you couldn’t insert a spoon or fork into your mouth.  Many suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) endure these symptoms every day. According to the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, […]Dr. Paul ChristoImagine how you would feel if you experienced pain while chewing, swallowing, speaking or even yawing? Or, consider living with such limited jaw movement that you couldn’t insert a spoon or fork into your mouth.  Many suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) endure these symptoms every day. According to the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/osteoarthritis/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=osteoarthritis Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:46:42 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1210 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noArthritis causes joint inflammation and pain. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common disabling diseases in developed countries. Over the age of 60, about 10% of men and 18% of women have symptoms. Despite appropriate treatment, many people continue to experience pain that interferes with both their physical function, and psychological well-being. Lois Pike, […]Dr. Paul ChristoArthritis causes joint inflammation and pain. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common disabling diseases in developed countries. Over the age of 60, about 10% of men and 18% of women have symptoms. Despite appropriate treatment, many people continue to experience pain that interferes with both their physical function, and psychological well-being. Lois Pike, […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-in-older-adults/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-in-older-adults Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:45:58 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1208 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noAre you afraid of developing pain as you get older? Older adults are the fastest growing segment of the world’s population, and pain is the most common reason they seek medical care. Fortunately, chronic pain is not an inevitable part of aging. Today’s show features  a story of success from Manny Bellmore, an active 76 […]Dr. Paul ChristoAre you afraid of developing pain as you get older? Older adults are the fastest growing segment of the world’s population, and pain is the most common reason they seek medical care. Fortunately, chronic pain is not an inevitable part of aging. Today’s show features  a story of success from Manny Bellmore, an active 76 […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-pacemakers-for-the-spinal-cord/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-pacemakers-for-the-spinal-cord Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:44:22 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1204 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noElectrical stimulation for the treatment of pain has been around for thousands of years. Learn about neurostimulation, a technique that uses electric impulses to relieve chronic pain. You’ll hear a riveting story from Adam Hammond, a former member of the US Army Golden Nights Parachute Team, as he describes how a nerve stimulator restored his life […]Dr. Paul ChristoElectrical stimulation for the treatment of pain has been around for thousands of years. Learn about neurostimulation, a technique that uses electric impulses to relieve chronic pain. You’ll hear a riveting story from Adam Hammond, a former member of the US Army Golden Nights Parachute Team, as he describes how a nerve stimulator restored his life […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/genital-pain-cyclists-syndrome-part-1/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=genital-pain-cyclists-syndrome-part-1 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:43:34 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1202 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noEveryday things like sitting or exercising can be virtually impossible if you are suffering from pudendal neuralgia, commonly called cyclist’s syndrome, which affects the pelvic floor. Patients feel stabbing, stinging, or burning sensations around the anal, scrotal, or labial regions of the body. Leslie describes how normal childbirth led to a feeling of having a “lit […]Dr. Paul ChristoEveryday things like sitting or exercising can be virtually impossible if you are suffering from pudendal neuralgia, commonly called cyclist’s syndrome, which affects the pelvic floor. Patients feel stabbing, stinging, or burning sensations around the anal, scrotal, or labial regions of the body. Leslie describes how normal childbirth led to a feeling of having a “lit […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/child-athletes-at-risk/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=child-athletes-at-risk Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:42:24 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1200 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThree year old triathletes?  Elite sports and early specialization for seven year olds? Are we harming our kids with our obsession with youth sports, and putting them at risk for a lifetime of pain? To answer these questions, join Mark Hyman, author of Until it Hurts: America’s Obsession with Youth Sports and How It Harms […]Dr. Paul ChristoThree year old triathletes?  Elite sports and early specialization for seven year olds? Are we harming our kids with our obsession with youth sports, and putting them at risk for a lifetime of pain? To answer these questions, join Mark Hyman, author of Until it Hurts: America’s Obsession with Youth Sports and How It Harms […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/shoulder-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shoulder-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:39:57 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1194 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noShoulder pain is so common that it affects up to 66% of the population at some point in life. Conditions like impingement, tendinitis and rotator cuff tears are the most common. Johns Hopkins orthopedist and shoulder expert Dr. Ed McFarland discusses what we need to know about the causes and treatments of shoulder pain. Former […]Dr. Paul ChristoShoulder pain is so common that it affects up to 66% of the population at some point in life. Conditions like impingement, tendinitis and rotator cuff tears are the most common. Johns Hopkins orthopedist and shoulder expert Dr. Ed McFarland discusses what we need to know about the causes and treatments of shoulder pain. Former […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-pumps/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-pumps Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:39:13 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1192 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIf all efforts to relieve your pain fail or if the pain of cancer plagues you, an implantable pain pump may be the answer.  This device delivers tiny, controlled doses of pain medicine directly to the spinal cord. We are joined by Ami McCarty, who will describe what a difference her pain pump has made […]Dr. Paul ChristoIf all efforts to relieve your pain fail or if the pain of cancer plagues you, an implantable pain pump may be the answer.  This device delivers tiny, controlled doses of pain medicine directly to the spinal cord. We are joined by Ami McCarty, who will describe what a difference her pain pump has made […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/chakra-healing/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chakra-healing Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:38:16 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1190 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany mind-body therapies help us cope with life events and optimize personal health. A specific mind-body therapy called Chakra Balancing is rooted in the tantric and yoga traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism.  We will explore this rich and complex system of energy healing with both of our guests. Jennifer Becker describes how well chakra balancing […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany mind-body therapies help us cope with life events and optimize personal health. A specific mind-body therapy called Chakra Balancing is rooted in the tantric and yoga traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism.  We will explore this rich and complex system of energy healing with both of our guests. Jennifer Becker describes how well chakra balancing […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/babies-in-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=babies-in-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:36:09 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1186 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noIt was commonly thought that the nervous system of newborn babies wasn’t developed enough at birth to experience pain.  Even though medical thinking has changed, it’s frightening to realize that under treating or simply not treating pain in sick babies may lead to a life of pain. Pam McFadyen shares an intimate portrait of having […]Dr. Paul ChristoIt was commonly thought that the nervous system of newborn babies wasn’t developed enough at birth to experience pain.  Even though medical thinking has changed, it’s frightening to realize that under treating or simply not treating pain in sick babies may lead to a life of pain. Pam McFadyen shares an intimate portrait of having […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/jfks-pain-historical-perspective-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jfks-pain-historical-perspective-part-ii Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:35:15 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1184 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany know that President John F. Kennedy suffered from low back pain. But, Kennedy’s medical history was far more serious and complex.  In fact, his health was a closely guarded secret. It wasn’t until the release of his medical records in 2002 that the public became aware of his lifelong struggle with pain. In the […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany know that President John F. Kennedy suffered from low back pain. But, Kennedy’s medical history was far more serious and complex.  In fact, his health was a closely guarded secret. It wasn’t until the release of his medical records in 2002 that the public became aware of his lifelong struggle with pain. In the […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/jfks-pain-historical-perspective-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jfks-pain-historical-perspective-part-i Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:34:35 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1182 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMany know that President John F. Kennedy suffered from low back pain. But, Kennedy’s medical history was far more serious and complex.  In fact, his health was a closely guarded secret. It wasn’t until the release of his medical records in 2002 that the public became aware of his lifelong struggle with pain. The first […]Dr. Paul ChristoMany know that President John F. Kennedy suffered from low back pain. But, Kennedy’s medical history was far more serious and complex.  In fact, his health was a closely guarded secret. It wasn’t until the release of his medical records in 2002 that the public became aware of his lifelong struggle with pain. The first […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-pacemakers-for-the-brain-deep-brain-stimulation/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-pacemakers-for-the-brain-deep-brain-stimulation Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:33:45 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1180 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noElectrical stimulation of areas deep inside the brain is used to treat severe tremors and movement disorders caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease. Our guests Thomas Ashley shares a true story of triumph over “firelike” pain and neurosurgeon Dr. Andre Machado, the Cleveland Clinic, explores this fascinating therapy of accessing our inner brain for pain […]Dr. Paul ChristoElectrical stimulation of areas deep inside the brain is used to treat severe tremors and movement disorders caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease. Our guests Thomas Ashley shares a true story of triumph over “firelike” pain and neurosurgeon Dr. Andre Machado, the Cleveland Clinic, explores this fascinating therapy of accessing our inner brain for pain […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/tracking-then-taming-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tracking-then-taming-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:31:51 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1176 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noChronic pain can be hard to predict. Why is it that we feel fine one minute and in agony the next? Most of all, we feel powerless – resigned to “just living with the pain.” Our guest Dr. Deborah Barrett feels just the opposite. In her book, Paintracking: Your Personal Guide to Living Well with […]Dr. Paul ChristoChronic pain can be hard to predict. Why is it that we feel fine one minute and in agony the next? Most of all, we feel powerless – resigned to “just living with the pain.” Our guest Dr. Deborah Barrett feels just the opposite. In her book, Paintracking: Your Personal Guide to Living Well with […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/knee-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=knee-pain Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:31:04 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1174 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe knee is the largest joint in the body, and the knee joint has great susceptibility to injury, degeneration from age, and arthritis. In adults, the most common causes of knee pain are due to overuse and trauma. On today’s show, we’ll first hear from Joe Montana, one of football’s biggest names. He’ll share how […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe knee is the largest joint in the body, and the knee joint has great susceptibility to injury, degeneration from age, and arthritis. In adults, the most common causes of knee pain are due to overuse and trauma. On today’s show, we’ll first hear from Joe Montana, one of football’s biggest names. He’ll share how […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/vulnerabilities-in-racehorses/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vulnerabilities-in-racehorses Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:30:11 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1172 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noToday, we step away from human pain and examine animal pain. The similarities may astound you.  We’ll get an in-depth look at thoroughbred racehorses. Targeting injury and pain and then treating them quickly and effectively are critical.  But, how is this done? Do trainers have a remarkable gift for understanding horses?  John Servis, champion thoroughbred […]Dr. Paul ChristoToday, we step away from human pain and examine animal pain. The similarities may astound you.  We’ll get an in-depth look at thoroughbred racehorses. Targeting injury and pain and then treating them quickly and effectively are critical.  But, how is this done? Do trainers have a remarkable gift for understanding horses?  John Servis, champion thoroughbred […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pain-coaching/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pain-coaching Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:28:31 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1168 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBeing in chronic pain is dreadful but being in pain and feeling alone is unbearable.  In many cases, pain can take over our lives, and engulf us in a cloud of hopelessness. Is it possible to restore vitality and optimism?  Both of our guests believe that there is a way.  Jim Brown shares how Take […]Dr. Paul ChristoBeing in chronic pain is dreadful but being in pain and feeling alone is unbearable.  In many cases, pain can take over our lives, and engulf us in a cloud of hopelessness. Is it possible to restore vitality and optimism?  Both of our guests believe that there is a way.  Jim Brown shares how Take […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/osteoporosis-silent-searing-and-bone-breaking/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=osteoporosis-silent-searing-and-bone-breaking Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:27:45 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1166 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noOsteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone isn’t able to keep up with the removal of old bone.  Bones then become weak, brittle, and painful — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses like bending over or coughing can cause what is known as a “fragility fracture.”  Our guest is Dr. Keith […]Dr. Paul ChristoOsteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone isn’t able to keep up with the removal of old bone.  Bones then become weak, brittle, and painful — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses like bending over or coughing can cause what is known as a “fragility fracture.”  Our guest is Dr. Keith […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/biofeedback/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=biofeedback Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:24:23 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1160 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBiofeedback sounds mysterious and technical, but it’s been in use since the mid-to-late 1960’s. Today, we’ll examine Biofeedback with the help of two of our guests. Retired anesthesiologist Dr. Blossom Sanger shares how this therapy has given her much better control of her pain and her life. Jim Cahill, Biofeedback Therapist from the Scripps Center […]Dr. Paul ChristoBiofeedback sounds mysterious and technical, but it’s been in use since the mid-to-late 1960’s. Today, we’ll examine Biofeedback with the help of two of our guests. Retired anesthesiologist Dr. Blossom Sanger shares how this therapy has given her much better control of her pain and her life. Jim Cahill, Biofeedback Therapist from the Scripps Center […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/innovations-in-spinal-cord-stimulation/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=innovations-in-spinal-cord-stimulation Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:23:41 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1158 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noNerve stimulation with small doses of electricity has been used for pain relief since Egyptian and Roman times. In this show, we’ll learn about exciting advances in neurostimulation for controlling pain. Andy Magruder shares his compelling story of how a pain pacemaker transformed his life following three spinal surgeries.  And then, Dr. Giancarlo Barolat, neurosurgeon […]Dr. Paul ChristoNerve stimulation with small doses of electricity has been used for pain relief since Egyptian and Roman times. In this show, we’ll learn about exciting advances in neurostimulation for controlling pain. Andy Magruder shares his compelling story of how a pain pacemaker transformed his life following three spinal surgeries.  And then, Dr. Giancarlo Barolat, neurosurgeon […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-sleeppain-connection/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-sleeppain-connection Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:22:40 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1156 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noAlmost 70% of those suffering from pain complain of sleep problems and the relationship is reciprocal: pain often disrupts sleep, and poor sleep can worsen pain. Dr. William Kohler, Medical Director of the Florida Sleep Institute, may have just the right medicine.  Gwenn Herman is the Executive Director of Pain Connection, a chronic pain outreach center.  A serious automobile accident caused […]Dr. Paul ChristoAlmost 70% of those suffering from pain complain of sleep problems and the relationship is reciprocal: pain often disrupts sleep, and poor sleep can worsen pain. Dr. William Kohler, Medical Director of the Florida Sleep Institute, may have just the right medicine.  Gwenn Herman is the Executive Director of Pain Connection, a chronic pain outreach center.  A serious automobile accident caused […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/audioanalgesia-music-that-soothes-the-body-soul/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=audioanalgesia-music-that-soothes-the-body-soul Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:21:51 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1154 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMusic has been used since the ancient times to influence health and help us deal with pain and distress. In fact, music can reduce pain during surgery and have a positive effect on chronic pain or terminal illness. For 30 years, Andrea (Andy) Cooper has battled chronic spinal pain.  She’s found an ally, though in […]Dr. Paul ChristoMusic has been used since the ancient times to influence health and help us deal with pain and distress. In fact, music can reduce pain during surgery and have a positive effect on chronic pain or terminal illness. For 30 years, Andrea (Andy) Cooper has battled chronic spinal pain.  She’s found an ally, though in […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/pooches-pets-and-pain-relief/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pooches-pets-and-pain-relief Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:14:05 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1147 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noMost of us have felt the soothing sensations of stroking the fur of our pets, especially dogs and cats.  But, is there any actual evidence of this connection between our four-legged friends and us?  Actually, published studies show that animal assisted therapy optimizes healing, and therapy dogs provide benefits across a broad range of medical […]Dr. Paul ChristoMost of us have felt the soothing sensations of stroking the fur of our pets, especially dogs and cats.  But, is there any actual evidence of this connection between our four-legged friends and us?  Actually, published studies show that animal assisted therapy optimizes healing, and therapy dogs provide benefits across a broad range of medical […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/the-pain-of-colon-cancer/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pain-of-colon-cancer Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:09:22 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1139 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noCancer pain can result from many sources. In colon cancer, the tumor can compress the colon or even spread to other parts of the body like the liver or bone. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy may all contribute to discomfort, even after the cancer is eliminated.  Colon cancer survivor Edel Blumberg shares his triumphs over […]Dr. Paul ChristoCancer pain can result from many sources. In colon cancer, the tumor can compress the colon or even spread to other parts of the body like the liver or bone. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy may all contribute to discomfort, even after the cancer is eliminated.  Colon cancer survivor Edel Blumberg shares his triumphs over […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/is-pain-a-curse-from-god/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-pain-a-curse-from-god Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:08:26 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=1137 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noWhen pain overwhelms us, we feel compelled to ask, “Why did this happen to me?”  “Did I do something wrong?”  “Is this experience a curse from God?”  Religion is an important aspect of life for many people and often not discussed in the health care setting. Yet, people often rely on their faith when faced […]Dr. Paul ChristoWhen pain overwhelms us, we feel compelled to ask, “Why did this happen to me?”  “Did I do something wrong?”  “Is this experience a curse from God?”  Religion is an important aspect of life for many people and often not discussed in the health care setting. Yet, people often rely on their faith when faced […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/caregiving-when-life-ends-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=caregiving-when-life-ends-part-ii Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:40:14 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=603 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBeing a Caregiver is certainly is a life-changing experience and it can be a life-affirming experience. Uncontrolled pain at the end of life can push all other priorities aside. We’re fortunate to have as our guest, Lisa Niemi Swayze. She and her husband, actor Patrick Swayze were married for 34 years until his death from […]Dr. Paul ChristoBeing a Caregiver is certainly is a life-changing experience and it can be a life-affirming experience. Uncontrolled pain at the end of life can push all other priorities aside. We’re fortunate to have as our guest, Lisa Niemi Swayze. She and her husband, actor Patrick Swayze were married for 34 years until his death from […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/caregiving-when-life-ends-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=caregiving-when-life-ends-part-i Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:39:53 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=601 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noBeing a Caregiver is certainly is a life-changing experience and it can be a life-affirming experience. Uncontrolled pain at the end of life can push all other priorities aside. We’re fortunate to have as our guest, Lisa Niemi Swayze. She and her husband, actor Patrick Swayze were married for 34 years until his death from […]Dr. Paul ChristoBeing a Caregiver is certainly is a life-changing experience and it can be a life-affirming experience. Uncontrolled pain at the end of life can push all other priorities aside. We’re fortunate to have as our guest, Lisa Niemi Swayze. She and her husband, actor Patrick Swayze were married for 34 years until his death from […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/biacuplasty-a-new-therapy-for-low-back-pain/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=biacuplasty-a-new-therapy-for-low-back-pain Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:39:21 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=598 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noLow back pain (LBP) is one of the most common disabilities in the Western world. In fact, it affects about 80% of Americans at some point during their lives. The costs are massive, and estimated somewhere between $100-200 billion annually. Discogenic pain, or pain that comes from the intervertebral discs accounts for most of the […]Dr. Paul ChristoLow back pain (LBP) is one of the most common disabilities in the Western world. In fact, it affects about 80% of Americans at some point during their lives. The costs are massive, and estimated somewhere between $100-200 billion annually. Discogenic pain, or pain that comes from the intervertebral discs accounts for most of the […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/yoga-for-well-being-and-comfort-part-ii/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yoga-for-well-being-and-comfort-part-ii Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:38:56 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=596 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe word “yoga” causes most of us to imagine twisting our bodies into human pretzels, but yoga is one of the Top 10 most popular alternative medicine therapies for health. Along with massage and Pilates, consumers rate Yoga equivalent to prescription medications for easing low back pain. Our guests today will share the beneficial effects […]Dr. Paul ChristoThe word “yoga” causes most of us to imagine twisting our bodies into human pretzels, but yoga is one of the Top 10 most popular alternative medicine therapies for health. Along with massage and Pilates, consumers rate Yoga equivalent to prescription medications for easing low back pain. Our guests today will share the beneficial effects […]chronic,pain,pain,back,pain,celebrity,doctor,medicine,alternative,medicine,neck,pain,arthritis,self,help,illness,pain,management,aches,and,gains,diet,exercise,holistic,addiction https://paulchristomd.com/yoga-for-well-being-and-comfort-part-i/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yoga-for-well-being-and-comfort-part-i Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:38:37 +0000 https://paulchristomd.com/?p=593 grasswindmarketing@gmail.com (Dr. Paul Christo)noThe word “yoga” causes most of us to imagine twisting our bodies into human pretzels, but yoga is one of the Top 10 most popular alternative medicine therapies for health. Along with massage and Pilates, consumers rate Yoga equivalent to prescription medications for easing low back pain. 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