Recent content by Amber Murphy LCSW

Hi Interstellar, Not only do I not see a problem with this but I think it is an important part of recovery! Each time you bend, twist, run, reach etc. you are teaching your brain that you do not have an injury, you do not have to be afraid of these movements and that you will not allow...

This is a question that I hear often. As you may have noticed, there are many different approaches to this issue. Sarno believes that all therapies must be stopped in order to help the brain stop thinking structurally. I take a much more liberal approach to this subject. I don't think it is...

I am so glad you asked this question. Often people get confused and try to implement every strategy at the same time. They can't decide if they should yell at their symptoms, check in to see what they are feeling or provide themselves with nurturing and self-compassion. Utilizing our two...

I just received this input from Dr. Schubiner regarding Lower Cross Syndrome: "This is a diagnosis made only by physical therapists. From my point of view, there certainly may be muscle imbalance of some kind, but it is probably not the actual cause of the symptoms. It may be a result...

Hi Gregor, I am so glad you wrote in. First let's review the types of symptoms that TMS can cause. TMS can cause a host of symptoms including (but not limited to): pain, burning, hot, cold, weakness, heaviness, tightness, spasms, tension, numbness, swelling, fatigue, stiffness... you get the...

First of all, congratulations on becoming pain free! It is quite possible that this groin pain is TMS. With your history, it may even be likely. However, it is always important to rule out the structural first. It is possible you could have injured yourself at the gym or elsewhere. The...

Hi Clairem. I am so glad you asked this question, it is a question that comes up A LOT. But first, congratulations on reducing your pain! It sounds like you have your symptoms on the run. Well done! Just as you described, it is common for other symptoms to start popping up as your pain...

It sounds like you have made tremendous progress in a very short amount of time. In only a month, you have reclaimed your life. You have rejected the fear, you are running again, working out and have stopped much of the pain dead in it’s tracks. That is quite an accomplishment and deserves...

Thank you for sharing your story, Abhishek, it will be a beacon of hope for many. Great work, you have so very much to be proud of!