
Ep. 211 · Mar 8, 2026
In this episode of The Modern Pain Podcast, host Mark Kargela interviews Trevor Barker, a remarkable individual who transitioned from battling chronic pain with a medicalized approach to living well despite the pain. Trevor shares his compelling journey from relying on heavy medications and invasive treatments to embracing a holistic and human-centric approach that significantly improved his quality of life. He details his involvement with Pain Revolution and how community support and shared ...
In this episode of The Modern Pain Podcast, host Mark Kargela interviews Trevor Barker, a remarkable individual who transitioned from battling chronic pain with a medicalized approach to living well despite the pain. Trevor shares his compelling journey from relying on heavy medications and invasive treatments to embracing a holistic and human-centric approach that significantly improved his quality of life. He details his involvement with Pain Revolution and how community support and shared experiences have played a pivotal role in his ongoing journey. Clinicians and patients alike will find valuable insights into the power of social and psychological factors in managing chronic pain. This episode underscores the importance of empathy, patient voices, and the impactful role of supportive relationships in the healing process.Chronic Pain Champions Facebook GroupPain Revolution
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Trevor lived with persisting pain for over 20 years. During that time he tried every treatment modality possible. Pain increased and he was looking at retiring to an aged care retirement village when he was accepted into one of the best pain management clinics in Australia. From debilitating pain no
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