Back Pain and Posture: What If You’ve Been Told Wrong? | Adam Meakins Sports Physiotherapist

Chronic back pain is often treated as a structural problem — but pain does not always equal damage. In this episode, Bernadett Gazsi Back Pain Coach & Clinical Pilates Instructor is joined by Dr. Deepak Ravindran, physician and member of the World Health Organization’s FIDES Network, to explore the new science of pain and why chronic back pain can persist even when imaging appears normal. This conversation focuses on how the nervous system, beliefs about pain, and lifestyle factors such as stress, sleep, and nutrition influence pain perception and recovery. Dr. Ravindran explains why fear and misinformation can amplify pain, the importance of effective communication in healthcare, and how education and safe movement can help people regain confidence in their bodies. This episode is for anyone living with chronic back pain, recurring flare-ups, or confusion about why pain continues despite treatment or normal scans. Topics Covered Chronic back pain and the nervous system Pain without structural damage The new science of pain Fear, beliefs, and pain persistence Stress, sleep, and lifestyle factors in pain management Education, mindset, and recovery Safe movement and rebuilding trust in the body Guest Dr. Deepak Ravindran is a physician specializing in pain and lifestyle medicine and a member of the World Health Organization’s FIDES Network, focused on improving health literacy and addressing misinformation.Chapters Find Bernadett here Book Your FREE consultation here

Episode Overview In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Hazel Jenkins, lead author of a landmark 2025 systematic review evaluating long-term outcomes of non-surgical treatments for chronic low back pain. With 75 clinical trials and 15,000+ participants, this is the largest and most comprehensive analysis ever done in this field. We break down what the evidence actually shows — including which treatments provide only short-term relief and which ones lead to meaningful, lasting improvements at 1–2 years. If you’ve been living with persistent back pain, feeling confused or discouraged by conflicting advice, this episode will bring clarity, direction, and science-backed hope.

Why won’t chronic pain go away — even when your body has healed? In this episode of the Back To Movement Podcast, neuroscientist Dr. Theodore Price explains what really happens inside the nervous system when pain becomes chronic — and what that means for people living with back pain and other long-lasting conditions. You’ll learn: Why chronic pain can persist even when scans look normal The difference between “good pain” and “bad pain” How stress, poor sleep, and anxiety turn pain up Why exercise and movement are safe — and crucial — for recovery The role of autoimmune conditions in chronic pain New hope from non-opioid treatments in development If you’ve ever asked “why won’t my back pain go away?” — this conversation will give you answers, clarity, and hope.

What if everything you’ve been told about back pain is wrong? In this powerful episode of Back to Movement, host Bernadett Gazsi sits down with world-leading musculoskeletal pain researcher Professor Peter O’Sullivan to unravel the science, myths, and hope behind chronic back pain. Together, they explore: Why pain is not always a sign of damage The surprising truth about scans, posture, and core strength How stress, trauma, and lifestyle contribute to pain Why quick fixes don’t work — and what actually does How to rebuild trust in your body and move with confidence again What needs to change in healthcare to truly support people in pain Peter also introduces the Evoolve Pain Care Academy — a new educational platform helping clinicians and patients embrace modern, evidence-based care. Whether you’re navigating chronic pain yourself or supporting others, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and real solutions..

In this chat, Bernadett and Kyle talk about how being a mom can be hard on your body, especially your back. They share their own stories about how their bodies changed after having babies and how they had to change the way they exercise. They explain why doing exercises that make you stronger can help stop pain and make you feel better. They also talk about how it's okay to take small steps, include your kids in your workouts, and find fun ways to move your body as a mom. You Can find Kyle Marsh Online Here You Can find Bernadett Online here Instagram. Facebook