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The Science Behind Music's Power to Relieve Chronic Pain

Feeling trapped by chronic pain and dependent on pills? Discover how music can rewire your nervous system and alleviate pain, anxiety, and depression. Join Dr. Michael Lenz as he delves into robust scientific evidence—from randomized controlled trials to systemic reviews—that highlight music's efficacy in treating chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia. Learn how self-chosen music, through mechanisms involving neurochemicals like beta endorphin and oxytocin, can act as your brain’s natural pharmacy. Dr. Lenz provides practical takeaways on harnessing the power of music to activate your body's internal pain relief systems, reduce stress hormones, and improve emotional well-being.

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00:00 Introduction: Music as Medicine
01:20 Scientific Evidence: Music's Impact on Pain
03:31 Mechanisms of Music-Induced Analgesia
04:26 Neurochemicals and Pain Relief
08:21 Practical Applications and Benefits
09:54 Conclusion: Harnessing the Power of Music

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When I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD.

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In this episode of the Conquering Your Fibromyalgia podcast, host Mike introduces the podcast's first medical doctor guest, Dr. Maureen Allen. Dr. Allen shares her extensive journey from being a nurse to becoming a family medicine physician and an emergency medicine expert in Nova Scotia, Canada. The episode dives deep into the complexities of managing chronic pain, explaining how palliative care intersects with chronic pain treatment and the challenges patients face in finding the right care. They discuss the distinctions between acute and chronic pain, the role of emergency departments, and the need for a bottom-up approach to pain management. Dr. Allen also highlights the importance of patient education and shares insights from her own practice to help listeners understand and manage chronic pain more effectively.

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00:00 Welcome to the Conquering Your Fibromyalgia Podcast
00:10 Introducing Dr. Maureen Allen
00:55 Dr. Allen's Medical Journey
01:54 Chronic Pain and Palliative Care
02:36 Addressing Misconceptions About Substance Use
04:00 Challenges in Diagnosing Fibromyalgia
05:39 Pain Education and Management in Canada
09:08 Emergency Departments and Pain Management
13:09 Understanding Chronic Pain Flare-ups
20:13 Patient Concerns and Misdiagnoses
23:29 Understanding Chronic Pain
24:22 Acute Pain vs. Chronic Pain
25:30 Pain Protective Behaviors
27:33 The Role of Exercise in Pain Management
32:27 The Intersection of Anxiety and Pain
36:05 The Importance of Education and Support
40:29 Real Stories and Hope

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When I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD.

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In this episode, we welcome Amy Larocca, author of 'How to Be Well: Navigating Our Self-Care Epidemic, one Dubious Cure at a Time'. Amy joins us to discuss the intersection of fashion and wellness, chronic invisible illnesses, and the deceptive allure of the wellness industry. From her observations as a fashion journalist to her personal experiences and deep dive into the world of wellness, Amy reveals the psychological and cultural forces at play. We explore the commercialization of self-care, the rise of wellness trends, and the problematic blend of functional medicine with profit-driven motives. Amy also touches on the controversial role of celebrities, such as Gwyneth Paltrow, in promoting pseudoscience, and the constant societal pressure on women to achieve an unattainable standard of 'wellness'. Join us as we dissect the myths of the wellness industry and delve into the true meaning of self-care.

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00:00 The Origins of a Name
00:22 Introducing Amy Larocca: From Fashion to Wellness
01:11 The Intersection of Fashion and Wellness
02:37 The Rise of Wellness Trends
04:10 Motherhood and Wellness
06:59 Gwyneth Paltrow and the Goop Phenomenon
17:13 The Allure and Pitfalls of Functional Medicine
23:49 The Growing Gap in Healthcare Access
25:21 Debunking Health Myths
25:43 The Juice Cleanse Phenomenon
28:41 Balancing Humor and Seriousness in Health
29:04 The Absurdity of Health Trends
30:35 The Exploitation of Wellness
39:36 Biohacking and Its Implications
41:32 The Role of Lifestyle Medicine
43:35 Concluding Thoughts on Wellness

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International Conference on ADHD in November 2025 where Dr. Lenz will be one of the speakers.

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When I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD.

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