Dr. Maya Novak
Dr. Maya Novak
Eileen Kopsaftis - The Secrets of Coping With Pain in the Healing Process
Eileen Kopsaftis - The Secrets of Coping With Pain in the Healing Process
Eileen Kopsaftis - The Secrets of Coping With Pain in the Healing Process
Tuesday 16th January 2024
Join Dr. Maya Novak and Eileen Kopsaftis as they discuss natural pain management, avoiding medication, and lifestyle adjustments for better healing.
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Episode Overview
- The episode delves into the effectiveness of different pain medications, highlighting the comparative value of opioids versus NSAID and acetaminophen combinations.
- Eileen emphasizes the significance of self-care and lifestyle adjustments in managing pain and promoting healing beyond expectations.
- The discussion touches on the impact of chronic inflammation and the role of nutrition in pain management and recovery.
- The conversation explores the vital role of mindset and positive beliefs in the journey of healing and recovery.
- Eileen shares insights into addressing asymmetry in the body, neurofascial efficiency, and the benefits of the MELT method for pain relief.
But opioids, the interesting part where people are completely unaware of in general is that when you compare an opioid to other pain medications, opioids are not as good as other pain medications. Data doesn't support that. When they compared opioids to a combination of NSAID and acetaminophen combined, the NSAID-acetaminophen combination was actually more effective at addressing pain.
Ever felt trapped by chronic pain and wondered if there's a way out without popping pills or going under the knife? This episode of 'Healing Horizons' with Dr. Maya Novak is a must-listen. Dr. Novak sits down with Eileen Kopsaftis, a manual therapist who’s been on the show before, to reveal practical ways to manage and reduce pain naturally.
Eileen’s expertise shines as she discusses how proper physical therapy and lifestyle tweaks can spare you from endless suffering and potentially addictive painkillers. They chat about which medications might actually worsen your pain and which ones fall short of their promises. Eileen also shares her tips on reducing inflammation and pain through natural methods, offering hope for those who feel they've tried everything without success.
Whether you're dealing with persistent pain yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with valuable insights that could change your approach to healing. Tune in for a conversation that's as enlightening as it is empowering.