Why does it still hurt long after the injury has healed? In this episode, we decode the fundamental difference between "Hardware" (nociceptive) pain and "Software" (neuropathic) pain. Using the stories of "Construction Carl" and "Fibro Sarah," Dr. Hassassian explains how the body’s alarm system can get stuck in the "on" position, leading to Central Sensitization. Understand how your brain—not just your body—processes pain and why your nervous system might be running a "software glitch." For the visual breakdown of the Reflex Arc and sensory pathways, refer to Chapter 1 of "Pain Decoded" at www.PainDecodedBook.com