It's Not in Your Head
Welcome to It's Not in Your Head Podcast, with Dan and Juz. Dr. Dan is a Sports Physician and Justine a Pain Coach and patient. We have come together to find ways to manage complex pain better for both patients and providers. New episodes will come out bi-weekly on all major platforms.
It's Not in Your Head
46 Managing Chronic Pain During the Holidays: Practical Patient Strategies
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The holiday season amplifies many of the most challenging aspects of living with chronic pain — disrupted routines, increased stress, difficult family dynamics, and the emotional weight of grief and loneliness. This episode offers a practical, compassionate guide for navigating the season, covering strategies to:
- Maintain routine and movement
- Manage stress and prevent flare escalation
- Prepare for travel and family interactions
- Handle the emotional complexity unique to the holiday season
Clinicians managing patients through this time of year will also find useful communication tools and frameworks in this episode.
Resources:
www.iniyh.com/episodes/ep-46-strategies-to-navigate-the-holidays
www.resilientwarriorcoachingllc.com
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter
01:00 Episode Focus: Managing Pain During the Holidays
02:52 Strategies for Managing Flares
06:28 Maintaining Routine and Self-Care
13:39 Travel Tips for Pain Management
15:57 Using Mobility Aids and Movement Management
18:04 Dan's Vacation Management Strategy
18:28 Maintaining Progress During Holidays
19:56 Movement Snacks and Stability Exercises
21:09 Returning to Exercise After a Break
23:04 Managing Family Stress During Holidays
25:50 Coping with Loneliness and Grief
30:22 Doctors on Holiday: Planning Ahead
34:23 Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes