The Pain and Performance Podcast

The Hidden Muscle That Could Be Causing Your Jaw Pain

In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines explains how an often-overlooked muscle called the pterygoid may be contributing to jaw pain, clicking, popping, and TMJ dysfunction. He breaks down how tension in this muscle can alter jaw mechanics, create pressure on the jaw joint, and lead to pain on one or both sides of the face. Dr. Hines also shares a simple jaw retraining exercise and discusses why addressing muscle tension and movement patterns may be key to long-term relief. In This Episode -- The role of the pterygoid muscles in jaw movement -- How muscle tension can contribute to TMJ symptoms -- Why jaw pain is not always coming from the painful side -- Common symptoms including clicking, popping, and locking -- A simple exercise to improve jaw alignment and coordination -- How releasing tension may help restore normal jaw function Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick #JawPain #TMJ #TMJRelief #PhysicalTherapy #PainRelief

The Biggest Posture Mistake Most People Make

In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions about posture and why good posture should never feel rigid, forced, or exhausting. He explains how posture impacts neck pain, headaches, shoulder tension, and upper back discomfort, while sharing a simple technique to improve body position without creating unnecessary muscle strain. Dr. Hines also discusses the importance of posture awareness, movement, and consistency, and why small adjustments throughout the day can have a significant impact on long-term comfort and recovery. In This Episode -- The biggest misconception about good posture -- Why posture affects neck pain, headaches, and shoulder tension -- A simple technique to improve posture naturally -- Why awareness is more important than perfection -- How posture habits influence long-term health and recovery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick #Posture #NeckPain #TechNeck #HeadacheRelief #PainAndPerformance

The Science of Brain Health, Memory & Longevity

In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down the foundations of brain health and how sleep, inflammation, blood sugar regulation, nutrition, detoxification, and recovery all impact memory, cognition, focus, and long-term brain function. He also explores emerging therapies including peptides, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, sauna, antioxidants, and neuroprotective compounds that are gaining attention in the longevity and brain optimization space. The episode explains why protecting the brain starts with foundational health first and how small improvements in sleep, inflammation, and metabolic health can dramatically improve cognitive performance and healthy aging. In This Episode -- The biggest foundations of long-term brain health -- How inflammation and blood sugar impact cognition -- Why sleep is critical for memory and recovery -- The role of peptides and neuroprotection in brain function -- How hyperbaric oxygen and sauna support brain health -- Emerging strategies for cognitive performance and healthy aging Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick #BrainHealth #Longevity #BrainFog #CognitiveHealth #HealthyAging

The Connection Between Mental Health, Pain & Healing

In this episode, Dr. Derrick Hines joins therapist Bronwyn Schweigerdt for a deep conversation on the connection between mental health, chronic pain, trauma, stress, and physical healing. They explore how emotional experiences, unresolved stress, fear, hopelessness, and nervous system dysregulation can impact pain, inflammation, healing, and overall health and why treating the body without addressing mental and emotional health often leads to incomplete recovery. The conversation also breaks down the role of hope, self-awareness, journaling, therapy, exercise, and nervous system regulation in helping people regain momentum in both physical and emotional healing. In This Episode -- The connection between mental health and chronic pain -- How trauma and stress affect the nervous system and body -- Why hope plays a major role in healing outcomes -- The impact of fear and beliefs on pain and recovery -- How exercise and movement improve mental health -- Why unresolved emotional stress can manifest physically -- The importance of journaling, therapy, and self-awareness in healing Links:  Dr. Derrick: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/ [https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick [https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick] Bronwyn Schweigerdt: https://www.youtube.com/@bronwynschweigerdt1382  [https://www.youtube.com/@bronwynschweigerdt1382]

Can Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Improve Healing and Brain Health?

In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down the science behind hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and why it’s becoming one of the most talked-about tools in healing, recovery, brain health, and longevity. He explains how hyperbaric oxygen therapy works, the difference between mild and higher-pressure chambers, and how oxygen and pressure impact mitochondria, stem cells, inflammation, circulation, and tissue repair. Dr. Hines also discusses the growing research around HBOT for brain health, recovery, chronic inflammation, and healthy aging while clearing up common misconceptions around dosing, pressure, and treatment protocols. In This Episode -- What hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) actually does -- How oxygen and pressure impact healing and recovery -- The connection between HBOT, mitochondria, and stem cells -- Differences between mild and higher-pressure hyperbaric therapy -- Why HBOT is gaining attention for brain health and longevity -- Common misconceptions about hyperbaric oxygen therapy #HyperbaricOxygenTherapy #HBOT #Longevity #Recovery #BrainHealth