62 | Essential Oils for Pain

62 | Essential Oils for Pain

Are essential oils the pain solution your Instagram feed promises or just hype in a bottle? Stacey Roberts brings her no-nonsense expertise and decades of clinical experience to question what really works for pain relief. In a world hooked on quick fixes and social media claims, discover which oils are backed by real human trials, how these natural compounds work in the body, and the honest limits the hype never reveals. Listen now to uncover proven strategies and avoid the costly mistakes that come from blind trust. Miss this, and you risk wasting money, risking safety, or worse, missing a real breakthrough in your pain journey. Dive in for honest science, practical options, and Stacey’s exclusive tips you won’t find on any influencer’s feed. TIMESTAMPED HIGHLIGHTS * 01:00 – How Instagram got essential oils wrong (and what’s real) * 02:22 – The unexpected science behind why some oils actually work * 05:09 – The proven essential oil that beats headaches—fast * 07:35 – A personal mom moment that reveals lavender’s hidden power * 10:00 – Frankincense and rose: promising newcomers or empty promises? * 12:07 – The brutal limits of essential oils you never hear about * 13:32 – Stacey’s go-to rules for using oils safely (and what to avoid) * 20:11 – The sneaky label trick: How to spot the purest oils now RESOURCES Are essential oils the miracle cure your feed says they are? No. Are they worthless? Also no. The truth, as usual, lives in the evidence: a handful of these oils — peppermint, lavender, frankincense, clove — have real human trials showing real, if modest, pain relief, working through real biological mechanisms. Used safely, sourced well, and treated as one tool alongside addressing the actual root cause, they've earned a legitimate place in the toolkit. This podcast is for informational purposes only. ALWAYS check with your trusted license healthcare professional for guidance on any information provided here. A 2–3% dilution describes how much essential oil you mix into a carrier oil (like jojoba, almond, or fractionated coconut) before applying it to your skin. The percentage is the proportion of essential oil in the total blend. The practical rule of thumb: 1% ≈ 6 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (30 mL) of carrier oil. So: • 2% = about 12 drops per ounce of carrier • 3% = about 18 drops per ounce of carrier If you're mixing a small amount, a common shortcut is roughly 3 drops of essential oil per teaspoon (5 mL) of carrier for a ~2–3% blend. REFERENCES Göbel, H., Fresenius, J., Heinze, A., Dworschak, M., & Soyka, D. (1996). Effectiveness of Oleum menthae piperitae and paracetamol in the therapy of tension-type headache. Nervenarzt, 67(8), 672-681. https://doi.org/10.1007/s001150050040 Placebo-controlled crossover trial evaluating 10% peppermint oil in 41 patients with tension-type headaches. EUMINZ® Phase IV Trial. (2017). 10% ethanolic peppermint oil for episodic tension-type headache. Z Phytotherapie. ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT01770080. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0037-1607119 Phase IV study involving 211 participants examining peppermint oil for episodic tension-type headache relief. Borhani Haghighi, A., Motazedian, S., Rezaii, R., Mohammadi, F., Salarian, L., Pourmokhtari, M., & Shojaei, A. (2010). Cutaneous application of menthol 10% solution as an abortive treatment of migraine without aura: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossed-over study. International Journal of Clinical Practice, 64(4), 451-456. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1742-1241.2009.02215.x Sundstrup, E., Jakobsen, M. D., Brandt, M., Jay, K., Persson, R., Aagaard, P., & Andersen, L. L. (2014). Acute effect of topical menthol on chronic pain in carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized placebo-controlled crossover trial. Rehabilitation Research and Practice, 2014, 310913. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/310913 Inhalation Aromatherapy With Lavender for Postoperative Pain Management: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. (2025). Pain Management Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmn.2025.03.005 Nasiri, A., Mahmodi, M. A., Nobakht, Z., & Benisi-Kohansal, S. (2016). Effect of aromatherapy massage with lavender essential oil on osteoarthritis of the knee: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 25, 75-80. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2016.08.002 Single-blind RCT involving 90 patients. Significant pain reduction immediately and at one week, but not sustained at four weeks. Sasannejad, P., Saeedi, M., Shoeibi, A., Gorji, A., Abbasi, M., & Foroughipour, M. (2012). Lavender essential oil in the treatment of migraine headache: A placebo-controlled clinical trial. European Neurology, 67(5), 288-291. https://doi.org/10.1159/000335249 Mohsenzadeh, A., et al. (2023). Topical boswellic acid extract for knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial. BMC Research Notes, 16(1), 28. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-023-06291-5 Study evaluated boswellic acid extract derived from frankincense, not frankincense essential oil. Rose Oil (Rosa damascena) Inhalation for Primary Dysmenorrhea. (2023). Advances in Integrative Medicine. Randomized controlled trial involving 86 patients examining the effects of inhaled rose oil on menstrual pain. (Verify author names and DOI from the original publication prior to publication.) Corasaniti, M. T., et al. (2023). Essential oils and cancer pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(8), 7085. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms24087085 Scuteri, D., et al. (2021). Essential oils and pain: A systematic review with meta-analysis of preclinical studies. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 12, 640128. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2021.640128 IMPORTANT LINKS * Pain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411 [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/painfreepodcast] * * Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Biomechanics: When Movement Matters [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle Health [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Hormones: A Missing Piece in Pain Relief [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * * Stacey’s Book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] * New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com] ABOUT THE HOST Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality. The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand [https://rebrand.ly/pybsr2026]. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Information in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented by New You Health and Wellness LLC, and the use of any products or services purchased from New You Health and Wellness LLC by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship or healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the health professionals affiliated with our website or clinic. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Nothing stated or posted on this site or in this podcast or available through any services is intended to be and must not be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. For purposes of this agreement, the practice of medicine and counseling includes, without limitations, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or providing healthcare, treatment instructions, diagnosis, prognosis or advice.

61 | Period Pain Is Not Normal — With The Period Whisperer

Ever wonder why period pain seems inevitable, yet so many women quietly suffer or get dismissed by the health system? In this refreshingly honest conversation, women's health coach Bria Gaad, also known as the Period Whisperer, sits down with Stacey Roberts to challenge the "just deal with it" narrative and break open what our cycles are really telling us. You'll discover why “normal” lab work doesn’t always equal optimal health, how hormonal imbalances quietly sabotage wellbeing, and which holistic strategies truly move the needle for period pain relief without simply masking symptoms. Bria shares relatable stories, proven frameworks, and her own journey of transformation from burnout and frustration to vibrant health. If you’re tired of feeling dismissed or stuck in the pain cycle, you risk missing out on eye-opening truths and practical takeaways you won’t find on social media. Listen now for first-access insight from the real front lines of women’s health. This episode pulls back the curtain. TIMESTAMPED HIGHLIGHTS * 01:00 – The overlooked truth about period pain no one is talking about * 03:00 – When “picture of health” labs don’t match how you really feel * 11:03 – The gentle shift that broke the cycle of chronic pain and exhaustion * 13:03 – The first test used to finally decode stubborn period pain * 16:54 – The surprising power of sleep and pleasure for hormone healing * 19:04 – The PMS week food mistake everyone falls for—and how to fix it * 26:01 – The ancient seed cycling trick for hormone balance and pain relief * 32:30 – The must-ask question to finally align workouts with your true needs ABOUT THE GUEST Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20s and 30s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women's ability to get results during their perimenopause years — including her own frustrating 15-pound weight gain despite daily intense workouts and the relentless demands of midlife. That personal experience became her purpose. Now known as The Period Whisperer, Bria hosts the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast, airing twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays. Through solo episodes and interviews with real women and industry experts, she helps you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get into a body that releases weight with ease. Whether you're just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you're feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or simply want to thrive through menopause and beyond — Bria is your guide. Find her at briatheperiodwhisperer.com [http://briatheperiodwhisperer.com] IMPORTANT LINKS * Pain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411 [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/painfreepodcast] * Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Biomechanics: When Movement Matters [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle Health [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Hormones: A Missing Piece in Pain Relief [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Stacey’s Book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] * New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com] ABOUT THE HOST Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality. The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand [https://rebrand.ly/pybsr2026]. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Information in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented by New You Health and Wellness LLC, and the use of any products or services purchased from New You Health and Wellness LLC by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship or healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the health professionals affiliated with our website or clinic. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Nothing stated or posted on this site or in this podcast or available through any services is intended to be and must not be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. For purposes of this agreement, the practice of medicine and counseling includes, without limitations, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or providing healthcare, treatment instructions, diagnosis, prognosis or advice.

60 | Chronic Pain and Lyme - Dr. Pamela Cipriano

Ever been told your pain is “all in your head”? This episode asks the gut-wrenching question: What if the truth is far more complex and actually treatable? Stacey Roberts sits down with Dr. Pamela Cipriano, a nationally recognized nurse practitioner, to break down the real, science-backed reasons why so many chronic pain patients are misdiagnosed and dismissed. Explore how overlooked factors like Lyme disease, tick-borne infections, and silent inflammation fuel years of agony and why the answers conventional medicine skips over may be right in front of you. If you miss this episode, you risk staying stuck in a cycle of frustration, ineffective treatments, and missed diagnosis. Listen now for empowering tools, tactical breakthroughs, and rare insights you won’t hear in most clinics. Your next step to real healing starts here. TIMESTAMPED HIGHLIGHTS * 01:00 – The symptom everyone misses that could change your health story * 09:40 – The single question doctors never ask (and why it matters) * 12:10 – The test result that fooled everyone—until one clue unlocked the truth * 13:40 – The tactic that finally turned years of pain around * 22:14 – The misunderstood link between chronic infections and joint pain * 26:12 – Shocking flare-ups from cutting-edge therapy—what’s really happening * 32:55 – The commitment Stacey swears by for a pain-free life * 35:15 – Simple prevention secrets to radically reduce tick-borne disease risk ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Pamela M. Cipriano, DNP, APRN, is a nationally recognized nurse practitioner and founder of The Practice of Health and Wellness in Connecticut, specializing in complex chronic illness and advanced root-cause diagnostics. She is known for identifying seizure disorders misdiagnosed as epilepsy and uncovering neuroimmune, infectious, and toxic triggers behind conditions such as autoimmune encephalitis, tick-borne disease, mold exposure, and chronic inflammation. A former critical care clinician, Dr. Cipriano is widely regarded for solving highly complex cases, restoring hope to patients dismissed or misdiagnosed for years. She holds a DNP from Maryville University and is an ILADS-trained provider and respected speaker. SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Website: https://www.thepracticeofhealthandwellness.com/ [https://www.thepracticeofhealthandwellness.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pamela-m-cipriano-dnp-aprn-673a2224/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pamela-m-cipriano-dnp-aprn-673a2224/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Pamela.Cipriano/ [https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Pamela.Cipriano/] Instagram: instagram.com/practicehealthwellness [http://instagram.com/practicehealthwellness] IMPORTANT LINKS 1. Pain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411 [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/painfreepodcast] 2. Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Biomechanics: When Movement Matters [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle Health [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Hormones: A Missing Piece in Pain Relief [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] 1. Stacey’s Book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] 2. New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com] ABOUT THE HOST Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality. The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand [https://rebrand.ly/pybsr2026]. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Information in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented by New You Health and Wellness LLC, and the use of any products or services purchased from New You Health and Wellness LLC by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship or healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the health professionals affiliated with our website or clinic. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Nothing stated or posted on this site or in this podcast or available through any services is intended to be and must not be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. For purposes of this agreement, the practice of medicine and counseling includes, without limitations, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or providing healthcare, treatment instructions, diagnosis, prognosis or advice.

59 | Going Nuts For Pain Relief

Is there a pain-fighting powerhouse hiding in your pantry, one that’s almost too simple to believe? Stacey Roberts unpacks the surprising science behind why some of the most common nuts could be your body’s best allies in the battle against pain. She takes you beyond the trendy “top 5” lists, breaking down how specific compounds in walnuts, almonds, cashews, and more directly impact inflammation and your experience of pain. You’ll also discover the hidden pitfalls, from pesticide risks to why organic really matters, and how to actually get results without overdoing it. Don’t let small oversights sabotage your results or, worse, make your pain linger. Listen now for the essential breakthroughs and practical moves you won’t find anywhere else. This episode is your shortcut to unlocking a proven, evidence-backed pain relief strategy that most people are missing right now. TIMESTAMPED HIGHLIGHTS * 01:53 – The pantry staple secretly fighting pain * 03:19 – Why nuts work: the anti-inflammatory cascade unlocked * 04:56 – The surprising link between walnuts and your brain’s pain signals * 07:11 – How almonds can stop your pain in its tracks * 09:02 – The hidden cashew connection to mood and pain sensitivity * 10:51 – The two Brazil nuts a day game changer (but don’t go overboard) * 13:08 – The antioxidant powerhouse nut almost nobody talks about * 16:51 – What you haven’t been told about pesticides and nut safety * 24:22 – The simple nut routine for real, lasting pain relief MENTIONED RESOURCES: ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG) DIRTY DOZEN & CLEAN 15 LISTS [https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php] EWG FOOD SCORES DATABASE [https://www.ewg.org/foodscores/] IMPORTANT LINKS 1. Pain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411 [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/painfreepodcast] 2. Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Biomechanics: When Movement Matters [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle Health [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Hormones: A Missing Piece in Pain Relief [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] 1. Stacey’s Book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] 2. New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com] ABOUT THE HOST Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality. The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand [https://rebrand.ly/pybsr2026]. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Information in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented by New You Health and Wellness LLC, and the use of any products or services purchased from New You Health and Wellness LLC by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship or healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the health professionals affiliated with our website or clinic. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Nothing stated or posted on this site or in this podcast or available through any services is intended to be and must not be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. For purposes of this agreement, the practice of medicine and counseling includes, without limitations, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or providing healthcare, treatment instructions, diagnosis, prognosis or advice.

58 | Part 2 | The Real Reason Your Joints Hurt with The Surgeon Trying to End Joint Replacements - Dr. Marc Pietropaoli

Are quick-fix cortisone shots really a lifeline for chronic joint pain, or a gamble with your long-term well-being? This gripping episode brings together Stacey Roberts and orthopedic expert Dr. Marc Pietropaoli for an honest, science-backed look at what doctors rarely tell you about joint injections. You’ll hear the surprising medical evidence about cortisone, from rapid cartilage loss to hidden risks like fractures and rare joint collapse. Discover real alternatives, learn who actually needs surgery, and get behind-the-scenes insights into groundbreaking new procedures that could change your recovery story. If you still believe “bone on bone” means surgery is your only hope, this episode shatters old assumptions and puts control back in your hands. Miss it, and you’ll stay stuck in the cycle no one warned you about. Listen now for the real truths and a healthier way forward that most experts never share. TIMESTAMPED HIGHLIGHTS * 01:00 – The popular cortisone fix that most patients regret * 02:22 – Jaw-dropping study: why repeated injections erode your knees * 03:00 – Cartilage, fractures, collapse… the pain nobody talked about * 06:14 – Secret link between more shots and joint replacements revealed * 09:00 – The real side effects your doctor might forget to mention * 10:12 – There's no safe number: how even 1–2 injections can harm you * 13:40 – Stacey’s turning point: why she said “no” to the shot and wrote her book * 22:06 – Simple biomechanical shifts that actually reduce arthritis pain ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Marc Pietropaoli is the founder of Victory in Motion, home of Knee Repair, NOT ReplacementⓇ, and the author of the #1 Amazon bestselling book Repair, Not Replace: Natural Joint Relief Without Surgery or Pills. With more than 27 years in practice and over 30,000 patients treated, he specializes in regenerative and movement-based care for active adults whose joint pain threatens the lives they worked hard to build. His approach began during medical school in 1994, when he witnessed an orthopedic surgery and wondered why joints could not be repaired rather than replaced. Through his practice and its signature Clarity Day, a comprehensive one-day evaluation offering advanced imaging insights and personalized plans, Dr. P challenges the orthopedic status quo while pursuing his mission to end the need for joint replacements by 2043. SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Website: https://victoryinmotion.com/ [https://victoryinmotion.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-pietropaoli-md-b246473/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-pietropaoli-md-b246473/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoryinmotion1/ [https://www.facebook.com/victoryinmotion1/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryinmotion1/ [https://www.instagram.com/victoryinmotion1/] Email: drp@victoryinmotion.com [drp@victoryinmotion.com] IMPORTANT LINKS 1. Pain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411 [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/painfreepodcast] 2. Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Biomechanics: When Movement Matters [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle Health [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] * Hormones: A Missing Piece in Pain Relief [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks] 1. Stacey’s Book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 [https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717] 2. New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com [https://newyouhealthandwellness.com] ABOUT THE HOST Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality. The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand [https://rebrand.ly/pybsr2026]. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Information in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented by New You Health and Wellness LLC, and the use of any products or services purchased from New You Health and Wellness LLC by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship or healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the health professionals affiliated with our website or clinic. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Nothing stated or posted on this site or in this podcast or available through any services is intended to be and must not be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. For purposes of this agreement, the practice of medicine and counseling includes, without limitations, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or providing healthcare, treatment instructions, diagnosis, prognosis or advice.