LMTV #249: Pain Management Made Easy (Kerryn van der Merwe)

As we go through our daily lives, it is inevitable that something will happen that will lead to some form of pain. For some of us, however, pain can actually become a chronic condition that is difficult to manage. Consider the following statistics:

• Approximately 50 million adults in the United States suffer from chronic pain;
• Around 19.6 million adults experience high-impact chronic pain, which is pain that frequently limits life or work activities;
• Lower back pain is the most common type of pain, affecting about 31 million Americans at any given time;
• More than 38 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraines;
• Arthritis affects over 54 million adults in the United States, with osteoarthritis being the most common form;
• Neuropathy affects about 20 million people in the U.S., with diabetic neuropathy being one of the most common types.
• Cancer pain is experienced by a significant portion of the approximately 1.9 million new cancer cases diagnosed each year in the U.S; furthermore, about 30-50% of patients undergoing cancer treatment experience pain, and 70-90% of those with advanced cancer suffer extreme pain.

These statistics—available from reputable sources such as Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Chiropractic Association, Arthritis Foundation, American Cancer Society, and many others—highlight the widespread impact of different types of pain on the American population and underscore the importance of accessible and effective pain management solutions.

For this empowering episode of Life Mastery TV. I'm thrilled to be joined by a very special guest, Kerryn van der Merwe, who brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the table. Kerryn’s journey into pain management began with a major challenge—hip surgery at a young age followed by five years of chronic pain. Through simple yet effective practices, she not only managed her pain but ultimately healed, to lead an active and pain-free life today.

Join us for this conversation, and learn some of the skills and tools she’s developed to help you manage your pain effectively—and easily. Here's a sampling of what we plan to cover:

* What About All Those Statistic?
* Pain Management VS Fitness
* A Complicit Fitness Industry?
* Pain Management Pilates

Join the live presentation to learn simple, accessible practices to manage and alleviate pain, understand the crucial difference between fitness and pain-free living, and discover how to overcome the complexities introduced by the fitness industry. Empower yourself with the knowledge and tools to live a healthier, more comfortable life.

About Kerryn van der Merve
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Kerryn van der Merve is a functional movement specialist, personal trainer, sports massage therapist and clinical pilates trainer who brings holistic awareness to all of her endeavors. Through her company, KezaWellness, Kerryn offers inclusive, straightforward, time-sensitive solutions to pain, mobility, and strength.

Kerryn's journey with movement and wellness began after undergoing two hip surgeries at age 13. Advised to limit her daily movement and to expect full hip replacements by her 30th birthday, she sought other solutions, and turned to specific rehabilitation methods, with Pilates proving to be the most successful. Her rehabilitation process recently empowered her to complete the London Marathon with ease.

Find out more at https://kezawellness.com