Janice's Journey: Sober Surgeries and Non-Opioid Pain Management
And, and so what happened was is: is we got to walk through that? And she didn't have to take one narcotic? And, and for me it it possibly could have saved her life, you know.
Picture this: you need surgery, but you're also navigating the choppy waters of recovery. How do you manage pain without risking a relapse? In this episode of Recovery Rockstars UNCUT, Janice, the founder of Sober Surgeries, shares her inspiring story of sobriety and how she found her life's purpose in helping others.
With over 14 years of sobriety under her belt, Janice has turned her personal challenges into a mission to guide adults and teenagers through medical procedures using non-opioid pain management techniques. Her journey began with her own experience of needing surgery and realizing the pitfalls that come with traditional pain management for those in recovery.
Recognizing a gap in the support system, she founded Sober Surgeries to offer consulting and coaching services that help people make informed decisions about their medical care. One of the most touching moments in this episode is when Janice recounts helping someone undergo a medical procedure without any narcotics, potentially saving their life. Through her work, she emphasizes the importance of having a knowledgeable guide who understands both the medical and recovery landscapes.
This episode isn't just for those in recovery; it's for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of pain management and the impact of addiction on families. Janice's story is a powerful example of finding purpose through adversity and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Tune in to hear how she's changing lives one surgery at a time.