Have we misunderstood pain? Researcher and doctor Amy Baxter uncovers the symphony of connections that send pain from your body to your brain, explaining practical neuroscience tips for quickly blocking these signals. His groundbreaking research offers alternatives for immediate pain relief, without the need for addictive opioids. (Followed by a Q&A with TED Current Affairs Curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers)

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