Introduction to the podcast and host

Welcome to the first episode of the Pain Free Living podcast, where host Bob Allen offers a sneak peek into some of the topics designed to help you manage and reduce pain.

As an osteopath with over a decade of experience, Bob discusses his background, the motivation for starting the podcast, and the wide range of subjects he plans to cover.

While he is flying solo in this episode, he will be joined by co-host Louise Gordon in the others where they will cover future topics including

• Busting some of the myths that surround back pain.
• Why you need to know what kinesiophobia (fear of movement) is and what you can do about it.
• A simple explanation of what sciatica is with tips on how to manage it.
• Some of the serious issues that can result from being hypermobile (double-jointed).
• A breakdown of Fibromyalgia and what to do if you have it.
• A look at ways to manage your pain using things like TENS machines, Kinesio tape, shockwave, and lumbar supports and why postural supports are a waste of money.

Bob also shares his plans for future episodes which will include guest appearances from people who are key influencers in the health and wellbeing world and others with an interesting health-related story to tell.

Subscribe to the podcast and learn simple, practical ways to either get rid of or reduce your pain, and prevent it from coming back. These tips will be useful whatever your age and whether you are able-bodied or have a disability.

The aim is also to grow a community that is dedicated to wellness and happy to get involved and exchange ideas about what has worked for them.

If there are any topics you would like to see covered in a future episode please send them in and I will add them to the list.

More info on Bob and what Pain Free Living is all about

You can find out more about Bob and why he became an osteopath here

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