Natural Pain Relief with Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D.

In an interview with The Educated Patient, Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., emphasizes the importance of addressing chronic pain using a comprehensive approach that goes beyond standard medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. He says conventional treatments often mask pain symptoms rather than addressing their root causes. Instead, he advocates for a tailored approach to pain management, focusing on natural remedies, dietary changes and mind-body techniques.

Natural Supplements and Remedies

For general pain, Teitelbaum recommends a supplement mix called Curamin, which contains highly absorbable curcumin, boswellia and other ingredients. He advises giving it six weeks for maximum effect. For injury-related pain, he uses a comfrey cream called Traumaplant as a topical remedy that accelerates healing. Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil or supplements are also helpful for reducing inflammation, but he cautions against overconsuming fried fish. Additionally, he suggests minimizing sugar, white flour and grain-fed meats in favor of whole grains, grass-fed beef and natural sweeteners like stevia.

Addressing Specific Types of Pain

Teitelbaum summarizes different pain categories, including muscle pain, nerve pain and migraines, as well as their corresponding treatments. Muscle pain, he says, often stems from low energy in the muscles, which can be alleviated through heating pads, acupuncture or energy-boosting supplements like B vitamins and magnesium. Migraine frequency, he notes, can be reduced by up to 67% with daily riboflavin (vitamin B2) and magnesium supplementation over six weeks.

Holistic and Biophysical Approaches

Beyond supplements, Teitelbaum highlights techniques such as acupuncture, mindfulness and even music therapy, which studies show can effectively reduce pain. These methods address the brain’s interpretation of pain signals, helping to reduce the perception of suffering.

Understanding Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can result from inflammation, low energy in the system or “brain pain” caused by overactive nerve signals (microglial activation). He stresses that chronic pain is a signal from the body indicating unmet needs and should not be ignored.

He advises patients to seek out specialists, such as practitioners skilled in myofascial release massage, for effective pain management and encourages patients to explore natural and integrative approaches while staying informed about their options.

For free informational tools and resources, Teitelbaum encourages readers to email him directly at FatigueDoc@gmail.com or visit EndFatigue.com.