Understanding Pain: What Your Body Is Really Telling You

In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, we're excited to welcome back Dr. Stephen Hussey, a renowned chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, health coach, speaker, and author of multiple groundbreaking books, including Pain Sense: Revolutionary Insights into Human Physiology and How it Helps Us Understand and Eliminate Chronic Pain. Dr. Hussey brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, and in this conversation, we take a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood aspects of health: pain. Drawing from his expertise in both chiropractic care and functional medicine, Dr. Hussey helps us unravel what pain really is and what it isn’t. He explains how pain is not always a sign of damage, but rather a complex signal that can be influenced by a variety of factors, including inflammation, emotional health, lifestyle, and nervous system dysregulation. By better understanding the true nature of pain, we gain the tools to work with our bodies instead of against them.

With opioid use and dependency continuing to impact millions, Dr. Hussey offers a refreshing and hopeful perspective on drug-free approaches to managing pain. He shares natural, evidence-based strategies that tap into the body’s innate ability to heal, ranging from chiropractic adjustments and anti-inflammatory nutrition to movement, mindset shifts, and nervous system regulation. His approach provides powerful alternatives to conventional pain management, helping listeners understand that lasting relief doesn’t have to come from a medication. Whether you're currently navigating persistent pain, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about how the body works, this episode is packed with game-changing insights and practical takeaways. You’ll leave with a new perspective on healing and a better understanding of how to support your body’s innate ability to feel well and thrive.