Audio · 16th Jun 2026 · 47m
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Pain isn’t always just about tissues, load, or biomechanics.
In this episode, Brodie explores one of the most overlooked contributors to prolonged running injuries: the psychosocial side of pain. Drawing from both research and years of working with chronic injury cases, he introduces a 20-question “Pain & Wellness Score” designed to uncover the emotional, cognitive, and social factors that may be quietly influencing your recovery.
You’ll learn why some runners continue to struggle despite doing all the “right” rehab exercises, how hypervigilance and fear can amplify symptoms, and why recovery should be approached through a biopsychosocial lens rather than purely mechanical thinking. Brodie also breaks down the science behind chronic pain, nervous system hypersensitivity, catastrophisation, fear of movement, and the powerful role attention plays in symptom intensity.
Throughout the episode, Brodie walks listeners through the full questionnaire so they can assess themselves in real time. He explains how low scores may reveal missing pieces in recovery and shares practical interventions that can help calm the nervous system, reduce fear, and improve recovery outcomes.
Brodie also discusses research on chronic pain neuroplasticity and highlights therapies shown to help regulate the nervous system, including:
If you’ve been stuck in an injury cycle, feel emotionally exhausted by pain, or feel like your rehab is missing something despite doing the exercises correctly, this episode may provide an entirely new perspective on recovery.
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