The Answer to Pain May Lie in Your Brain
Chasing Life13 Jun 2025

The Answer to Pain May Lie in Your Brain

For something that’s a universal experience, pain has been pretty hard to measure, treat and even understand. That’s what Dr. Sanjay Gupta decided to write his forthcoming book, “It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.” And in this episode, he's switching over to the guest chair to talk about the rise of chronic pain, its mental toll, and the changing approaches to treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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