The Real Reason Your Back Still Hurts (It's Not What You Think) | Professor Peter O'Sullivan

In this episode, Lachlan Townend sits down with world-renowned pain researcher and clinician Professor Peter O’Sullivan - a man whose work has completely reshaped how we understand and treat back pain. If you’ve ever been told your spine is fragile, your core is weak, or your pain always means damage - this episode will change the way you see back pain forever. Peter’s research and clinical leadership led to the creation of Cognitive Functional Therapy (CFT) - a revolutionary approach that helps people break free from fear, overprotection, and the belief that pain always equals damage.Together, Lachlan and Peter explore: Why so many of us have been taught to fear movement and “protect” our backs  How Peter’s own experience with pain changed the way he treats patients The science behind CFT and how it helps people reclaim confidence in their bodies  The role of stress, sleep, exercise, social connection and nutrition  Why posture, scans, and “core stability” might not be what really mattersResources:  Free trial of Pain Coach Book a consultation with Lachlan  Evoolve Pain Care Academy Cognitive Function Therapy (3 year follow-up) paper Body Logic