Expert Interview - Chronic Pain - Dr Dave Candy, PT

Welcome back to Your Healing Team Podcast - Season Two!

In this episode, your host, Emma Green, is joined by Dr. Dave Candy — a physical therapist based in St. Louis, Missouri, who specializes in helping people aged 50 and older overcome chronic pain. 

Dr. Candy shares his journey into physical therapy, how he found his passion for helping everyday people regain independence, and why he’s dedicated to understanding and treating chronic pain differently than traditional approaches.

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• What chronic pain really is — and how it’s different from acute pain.

• Why chronic pain isn't just about "where it hurts" but involves the entire nervous system.

• The most common mistakes people make when dealing with chronic pain.

• How a holistic approach addresses the root cause instead of just the symptoms.

• Practical advice for anyone struggling with long-term pain.

• Why small, consistent changes can make a huge impact on healing.

Dr. Candy also shares how he helps people locally and globally through his YouTube channel and virtual consultations. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless about persistent pain, this episode will show you there is a path forward.

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✨ Connect with Dr. Dave Candy:

• Website: m4lpt.com

• YouTube Channel: More 4 Life YouTube

• Location: Manchester, Missouri (offering in-person and virtual consultations)

🔎 Browse Dr. Candy’s YouTube playlists categorized by condition (back pain, knee pain, elbow pain, and more) for practical, easy-to-follow advice.

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Key Takeaways:

• Chronic pain is pain that lasts beyond normal tissue healing (typically 3–6 months).

• Chronic pain needs to be approached differently than acute injuries — often requiring calming the nervous system and adjusting movement patterns.

• Finding small, manageable habits to implement daily can lead to big transformations over time.

• Hope is critical — and the right expert can make all the difference in your healing journey.

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