#476 Opioid-Free Pain Relief Exploring Alternative Pain Strategies with Dr. Njideka Olatunde

In this episode of The Natural Health Podcast, Dr. Njideka Olatunde shares her journey from a childhood fascination with healing to becoming a naturopath and reflexologist. She discusses her transformative experience during a vision quest, the principles of reflexology, and the critical connection between pain and stress. Dr. Jadika emphasizes the importance of touch in healing and the need for integrative approaches to pain relief, highlighting the role of communication between practitioners and patients.

She concludes with insights on the healing power of gratitude and connection. In this conversation, Njideka Olatunde discusses the profound impact of touch on healing, the challenges of pain management, and the importance of a holistic approach to health. She emphasizes the need for a mindset shift and cleansing of the body to facilitate healing, particularly for those in chronic pain. Dr Olatunde also highlights the role of reflexology as a family practice, encouraging individuals to learn techniques that can be shared within the family for mutual healing. The discussion concludes with practical reflexology techniques that listeners can apply in their daily lives.

Take aways
Dr. N. Jadika's journey began with home remedies.
The vision quest was a pivotal experience for her.
Reflexology is about activating nerve endings for healing.
Everyone has the power to heal themselves through touch.
Pain relief should be prioritized before treatment.
Stress is a major contributor to physical pain.
Communication with practitioners is essential for healing.
Touch is not just physical; it's emotional and spiritual.
Gratitude and connection enhance the healing process.
Integrative approaches are necessary for comprehensive care. The lack of physical touch during the pandemic significantly affected people's mental health.
Touch is not just physical; it includes emotional and social connections.
Pain medication often leads to additional health issues rather than solving the original problem.
Cleansing the body and changing one's mindset are crucial for healing.
Chronic pain can create a mindset where individuals feel they must live with pain forever.
Reflexology can be a family practice, allowing members to support each other in healing.
Listening to clients is essential for effective pain management.
Reflexology works on the nervous system, while massage focuses on the muscular system.
Self-care practices, like reflexology, can empower individuals to manage their pain.
The power of touch can heal and connect individuals on a deeper level.

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Njideka Olatunde
06:10 The Vision Quest Experience
09:10 What is Reflexology
11:30 Everyone has the power to heal themselves
15:00 Why we are disconnected to healing
20:54 Connecting pain and stress
25:00 The importance of communication in healing
27:50 The healing power of touch
31:45 Pain management and medication alternatives
42:00 Chronic pain and mindset rewiring
46:00 Reflexology as a family affair
50:00 Practical reflexology techniques

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