The Welvow Podcast

According to a review published in the British Medical Journal, nearly half of the UK adult population is living with chronic pain, with up to 28 million people ex…

According to a review published in the British Medical Journal, nearly half of the UK adult population is living with chronic pain, with up to 28 million people experiencing pain that lasts for more than three months. The most common causes of chronic pain include headache, lower back pain, arthritic pain and pain from disease. There is also unexplained pain, where the GP or medical expert has been unable to get to the root of what is causing it. And while it may not be life-threatening, chronic pain can have a major impact on mental wellbeing and quality of life. We know that painkillers are the first line medical response to managing pain. But what happens if you don’t want to take a drug every day? What else can you do to manage and even alleviate pain more? Today we are delighted to be sharing the mic with Emma Seddon, Seed's Low Level Laser Light Therapist. Laser light therapy has been used for years in the cosmetic world for anti-ageing, healing problematic skin, hair removal and so on. But in the last few years it has been increasingly used  in the world of health to treat pain such as muscular skeletal issues, sporting injuries and inflammation. Says Emma, “More research is showing positive outcomes for relieving muscle fatigue. In fact, sports injury is being revolutionised as it speeds up rehabilitation, helps muscle fatigue and increases performance.” For more info about laser therapy for pain, visit www.seedwellness.co.uk/emmaseddon