What if pain isn’t just something you “live with” as you age—but something you can actually manage, reduce, and even prevent? In this episode of Live Well with UCI Health, Ryan Manno sits down with Dr. Shalini Shah—Vice Chair of Anesthesiology and Director of Pain Services at UCI Health—to break down the truth about chronic pain, aging, and what really works to improve your healthspan. You’ll learn:

• The difference between lifespan vs. healthspan—and why it matters
• The biggest causes of chronic pain (and how to prevent it)
• Why muscle mass is critical as you age
• How mental health impacts pain (more than you think)
• The truth about opioids and modern pain management
• New cutting-edge treatments that are changing pain care
• Simple habits you can start today to stay pain-free longer

Whether you're dealing with back pain, joint pain, or just want to stay healthy as you age, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can start using right now.