Shane Brennan: how pain science and meditation helped him recover from a painful condition

In this episode, Shane shares his personal journey with Ankylosing Spondylitis, an autoimmune condition where the body attacks the spine. Diagnosed at a young age, Shane used a combination of meditation and pain science education to recover and reclaim his life.As the founder of The Calm Potential, Shane now teaches meditation and breathwork to help others manage pain and cultivate a deeper sense of calm. Together, we explore his story and dive into powerful tools for pain management.We dive into: The power of meditation Graded exposure to activity and its role in recovery Understanding pain science and its role in recovery The mind-body connection in managing pain The hesitancy towards meditation within Christian communities The barriers towards a shift toward pain science informed clinical practices  The role of education as a treatment for chronic painDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only. The views expressed in this podcast do not constitute medical advice and are general in nature. You should obtain specific advice from a qualified health professional before acting on any of the information within this podcast.RESOURCES:Learn More, Hurt Less mailing list and free e-bookThe Calm PotentialExplain Pain by David Butler & Lorimer MoseleyBook a free clarity call with Lachlan Follow Lachlan on LinkedIn and Instagram