What does it really take to heal chronic pain and get back to doing what you love? In this episode, Shannon talks with Dr. Samantha Kwieraga, a doctor of physical therapy and women’s pain specialist, about her personal journey from athlete struggling with injury and disordered eating to creating a new model of care focused on holistic healing.

Dr. Sam shares:

• How traditional physical therapy often falls short for chronic pain and active women
• Why understanding the nervous system, inflammation, and mindset is key to lasting recovery
• The role of diet, stress reduction, and gradual movement in reducing chronic pain
• Why strength and safety in the body can change your pain threshold
• How to move beyond “out of pain” to thriving in your body and life
• The systemic challenges in healthcare and why proactive care matters
• Her approach to mentoring physical therapists to provide better, more holistic care

Tune in for a compassionate, science-backed conversation about rewriting the story of chronic pain and reclaiming your body’s resilience.

Connect with Dr. Samantha Kwieraga

Instagram: @dr.sammoves

Website: https://unleashedathletics.co/

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