How Stress Manifests in the Body Stress is more than just a mental state—it has profound physical effects. The fight-or-flight response, designed to protect us in life-threatening situations, triggers the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones increase heart rate, tighten muscles, and focus the nervous system
The human body operates through four interconnected systems, as detailed in Justin White’s How Your Body Works: the neurological, biomechanical, myological, and myofascial systems. Each plays a unique role in movement and pain management. The neurological system controls motor functions, the biomechanical system provides structural support, the myological system enables
Chronic stress is one of the most pervasive and overlooked contributors to pain in modern life. As Justin White explains in How Your Body Works, stress profoundly affects the body, often without our awareness. When stress triggers the fight-or-flight response, muscles tense, the nervous system becomes overactive, and our bodies
Why Pain Persists After Finite Healing Cycles and How to Address It The human body is inherently designed to heal. Bones mend, tendons repair, and tissues regenerate, all following specific timelines governed by natural healing cycles. Broken bones generally heal in 5-7 months, tendons and connective tissues require 10-14 months,
Have you ever wondered how your body heals a cut or instinctively avoids pain? This is the power of physical intelligence—a concept Justin White explores in How Your Body Works. Physical intelligence refers to the innate knowledge your body possesses, guiding every movement, breath, and healing process. This intelligence operates
Pain is often viewed as an adversary—something to be feared, avoided, or numbed. However, in Justin White’s How Your Body Works, pain is redefined as a powerful guide, a map that offers critical insights into the body’s underlying dysfunctions and its healing process. For individuals suffering from complex chronic pain,
The way we move is far more intricate than we often realize. I describe this in my book “How The Body Works” using the term “hierarchy of movement,” — the fundamental movement patterns developed during early life that sculpt us into healthy adults. From crawling to walking to running, these
If you’ve tried every treatment under the sun—surgery, chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, acupuncture, or massage—and are still living with chronic pain, you’re not alone. In the chapter Out of Options from How Your Body Works, Justin White discusses the unique struggles faced by individuals who feel like they’ve exhausted all
Living with chronic pain can feel like an endless battle, impacting every aspect of life. Pain management specialists, especially those who focus on holistic and non-surgical solutions, offer a way to break free from the cycle of discomfort. Drawing from Justin White’s insights in How Your Body Works, here’s how
Palm Beach is not only known for its beautiful landscapes but also for its growing emphasis on health and wellness. For those dealing with chronic pain, holistic pain relief experts offer an alternative approach that moves beyond masking symptoms. Drawing from Justin White’s How Your Body Works, let’s explore five
