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  • Muscle Matters: Preventing Loss with Age and Chronic Pain

    Muscle Matters: Preventing Loss with Age and Chronic Pain
    Sep 3 2025
    We’ve often discussed the importance of movement, exercise, and muscle strength on this podcast. But as we age, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass—a process that can significantly impact chronic pain and overall function.So, how can we slow muscle loss and maintain strength over time?In this episode, host Tom Hoppe welcomes back Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur to explore the science behind muscle loss and the best strategies to preserve muscle as we age. Tune in for practical insights and expert advice to support long-term health and pain management.


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    28 min
  • Inflammation & Chronic Pain: What You Need to Know

    Inflammation & Chronic Pain: What You Need to Know
    Aug 20 2025
    Many people living with chronic pain also experience inflammation, which can significantly affect their quality of life. But what exactly is inflammation, and how can you reduce it?

    In this episode, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Alexandra Perel-Winkler, a doctor and healer who works out of Clementine Natural Health. Dr. Perel-Winkler brings an integrative approach to health care, focusing on the root causes of illness and empowering patients through education and natural therapies.

    Together, they explore the connection between inflammation and chronic pain—and practical strategies for managing both.


    Dr. Alexandra Perel-Winkler
    http://www.themysticmedicine.com/ or @alexandra@themysticmedicine.com


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    26 min
  • Inside the Lab: Exploring the Science Behind Pain

    Inside the Lab: Exploring the Science Behind Pain
    Aug 6 2025
    Welcome to Season Six of The Most Painful Podcast!

    This season, we’re diving deeper into the science and stories behind chronic pain with evidence-based insights to help improve your health and quality of life. Topics this season include inflammatory burden and how to reduce it, the intersection of sex and chronic pain, supplements for muscle loss, and much more—so be sure to subscribe!In this episode, host Tom Hoppe speaks with Dr. Jeffrey Mogil, Professor of Psychology at McGill University, about the importance of pre-clinical pain research and how it plays a crucial role in advancing our understanding of chronic pain and developing new treatments.

    For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/
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    27 min
  • Understanding Inflammatory Arthritis

    Understanding Inflammatory Arthritis
    Jul 9 2025
    Back by popular demand, Dr. Max Sun—Professor at UBC and Pain Specialist—returns to the podcast to dive deeper into a topic that affects millions: inflammatory arthritis. In Season 4, Dr. Sun gave us a broad overview of arthritis, and since then, we've heard from many listeners wanting to learn more.

    In this episode, Tom Hoppe explores the different types of inflammatory arthritis, how they’re diagnosed, and the latest treatments available. Whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting someone with arthritis, or just looking to understand it better, this episode is packed with expert insight to help you take informed steps toward managing pain and improving quality of life.


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    29 min
  • Behind the Research: How Science is Shaping Chronic Pain Care

    Behind the Research: How Science is Shaping Chronic Pain Care
    Jun 25 2025
    In this episode, Tom Hoppe explores how chronic pain research translates into real-world impact. This episode's guest is Cam Kowalski, the Director of Operations at the CPCoE. Cam shares how the CPCoE supports cutting-edge research and what that means for people living with chronic pain.

    Whether you're a clinician, caregiver, or someone living with pain, this conversation will give you insight into how research drives better care—and how you can use that knowledge to advocate for yourself and improve your quality of life.

    For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/

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    25 min
  • Menopause: Helpful Tips

    Menopause: Helpful Tips
    Jun 11 2025
    Today, Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur to discuss a topic that was requested by the audience, postmenopausal symptoms.

    This episode will cover what postmenopause symptoms are, how to manage them and some helpful tips.

    Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur - https://drsarahv.ca/
    Dr. Sarah’s Podcast - https://drsarahv.ca/podcast-page/

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    28 min
  • Regenerative Procedures for Osteoarthritis

    Regenerative Procedures for Osteoarthritis
    May 28 2025
    In this episode, Tom Hoppe speaks to Dr. Pavlos Bobos, an Assistant Professor in musculoskeletal health and a clinical epidemiologist who received education in physiotherapy. Dr. Bobos has just completed the latest research on regenerative procedures for Osteoarthritis.

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    26 min
  • Brain Health

    Brain Health
    Apr 16 2025
    In today’s episode, we dive into how brain health plays a crucial role in chronic pain management. Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Brenda Lau, the Medical Director and renowned pain specialist at ChangePain in Vancouver, B.C.

    ChangePain - https://www.changepain.ca/

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    29 min