Recovery Internet Radio
Recovery Internet Radio
Pain Free and Drug Free
Pain Free and Drug Free
Pain Free and Drug Free
Monday 16th July 2012
Tune in as Rick Atwater and Rob Ryberg discuss avoiding prescription opiate addiction with Dr. Jim Kearns and Mr. Drughead.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free from Prescription Opiates: Insights and Alternatives
Movement is medicine at the right time in the healing process.
Ever wondered how to manage pain without falling into the trap of prescription opiate addiction? In this episode of 'Recovery Internet Radio', hosts Rick Atwater and Rob Ryberg bring together Dr. Jim Kearns and the intriguingly named Mr. Drughead to tackle this pressing issue. With opioid analgesic use at an all-time high, the conversation couldn't be more timely.
They delve into the alarming rise in neonatal detox needs due to maternal addiction and discuss the widespread availability of 'script' opiates on the streets. But it's not all doom and gloom. Dr. Kearns shares practical methods for avoiding the overuse of narcotic painkillers, highlighting alternative pain management strategies that don’t involve pills. One standout idea? 'Movement is medicine at the right time in the healing process'. Mr.
Drughead adds a street-level perspective, explaining how these drugs circulate and why they're so prevalent. Whether you're dealing with pain yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice to help you steer clear of addiction. Plus, enjoy some tunes from the young and talented country duo, Athena and Lamont, to round out the episode.