Dr. Aimie Apigian
Dr. Aimie Apigian
Why Stress Doesn’t Cause Chronic Pain and What Really Does
Why Stress Doesn’t Cause Chronic Pain and What Really Does
Why Stress Doesn’t Cause Chronic Pain and What Really Does
Tuesday 15th July 2025
Explore how trauma, not stress, fuels chronic pain with Dr. Aimie. Discover strategies to break free from pain cycles.
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Dr. Aimie Apigian
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Chronic pain is often linked to trauma stored in the body rather than stress.
- Understanding stress vs trauma responses can change approaches to pain management.
- Biochemical imbalances, like copper excess, can heighten sensitivity to pain.
- Healing requires addressing mind, body, and biological levels.
- Supporting mitochondria can help increase energy for healing.
"Stress does not cause pain. In fact, all the evidence points to the opposite."
In this fascinating episode of 'The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie', Dr. Aimie Apigian takes a bold stand against the widely held belief that chronic pain is merely a byproduct of stress. Instead, she presents the compelling argument that trauma stored within the body is the real culprit. Drawing from her own experiences with chronic shoulder pain and fatigue, Dr. Aimie explores how the body's biology can become sensitive to pain through biochemical imbalances and mitochondrial dysfunction.
You'll find out why stress management techniques often fall short in treating chronic pain and learn about the critical differences between stress and trauma responses in the body. Dr. Aimie shares her insights on how trauma physiology can trap the body in a cycle of pain and provides practical advice on how to break free from this loop. Through the story of Paul, an addiction physician assistant struggling with pain, Dr.
Aimie answers the burning question: Is tiptoeing around triggers really the best approach? With a mix of scientific research and personal anecdotes, she highlights the importance of understanding your body's unique biology and how it contributes to chronic pain. Whether you're someone dealing with chronic pain or a practitioner seeking better tools to address these issues, this episode offers valuable knowledge and strategies for healing.
Tune in to uncover the transformative potential of recognising trauma's role in chronic pain and discover steps you can take towards recovery.