Beyond the Hurt

Why does pain continue long after an injury has healed? Why can scans look “normal” when the pain feels anything but? In Beyond the Hurt, Consultant in Pain Medicine Dr Murli Krishna offers a clear, compassionate explanation of why pain can become chronic — and what that really means. This audiobook explores how the nervous system processes pain, how it can become overprotective, and why persistent pain does not necessarily mean ongoing damage. Using accessible language and grounded neuroscience, Dr Krishna explains central sensitisation, the role of sleep and stress, why pain can spread or fluctuate, and why treatments sometimes help — and sometimes don’t. Importantly, this is not a book about pushing through pain or thinking positively. It is about understanding how the body’s alarm system works — and how it can learn to feel safe again. Listeners will gain: • A clear explanation of chronic pain mechanisms • Reassurance when scans and tests are normal • Insight into flare-ups and setbacks • Practical guidance on calming the pain system • A realistic, hopeful framework for recovery Written for people living with ongoing pain — as well as clinicians, therapists, and caregivers — this audiobook replaces fear with understanding and confusion with clarity. Persistent pain is not imagined. It has reasons. And when pain becomes less mysterious, it often becomes less frightening. Beyond the Hurt offers direction, reassurance, and a science-based path toward living well beyond pain.