“Chronic pain doesn’t define you. Your story does.”

I’m Caroline Hoogerwerf – chronic pain expert, bestselling author and keynote speaker. I help people living with chronic pain take back control of their healing journey with practical tools, powerful insights and a fresh perspective.

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Author

I wrote The Pain Dance – a bestselling book that helps people take ownership of their healing.

Speaker

I speak at conferences, trainings and events about pain, resilience and self-leadership.

Coach

Though I currently no longer offer coaching, my work is deeply shaped by years of experience.

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From chronic pain and misery to happiness and health

Pain is real. But so is your ability to respond.
This book offers no miracle cures – just real tools, honest reflections, and a way forward.

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The Pain Dance - Caroline Hoogerwerf

Caroline Hoogerwerf

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I speak for medical professionals, therapists, caregivers and – most importantly – people living with pain. Whether I’m on stage or in a classroom, my message is always the same: you have more influence over your pain experience than you think.

Topics include:

  • Chronic pain beyond the victim narrative
  • The body as an ally, not an enemy
  • Realistic tools for pain reduction and self-management
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Why I do this work

Only those who live with chronic pain truly understand its impact.

As a patient myself – living with chronic pain for over 9 years – I’ve experienced the long waiting lists, the missed diagnoses, the medical file errors and the endless search for answers.

I’ve tried dozens of therapies. And through that process, I discovered something that changed everything:
You don’t have to be passive. You can start today.

I have a degree in biology and worked as a sports massage therapist, sensi-therapist and breathing coach. This dual perspective – as patient and professional – allows me to translate pain science into personal, actionable steps. My work is all about helping people become the director of their own healing journey.

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What people say

"The information in this book just works. I knew there should be an easy way to overcome chronic pain effectively and this is it. What a fantastic, straightforward and honest book. Congratulations Caroline."

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Marilyn Pierce
author of Ground Work Before Pound Work

"Anyone who has ever wanted to be able to relieve the pain without using expensive pharmaceutical drugs, confidently can benefit from the down-to-earth knowledge in this book. A must-read for every chronic pain patient and their partners. By the way doctors and pain specialists could learn a lot from this book as well."

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Dr. Andrea Maxim ND
author of MAXIMized Health

"Here is a powerhouse book of tips, tactics and approaches for chronic pain patients that simply work. It is rare to find such honest advice in such an accessible format. This fantastic book will surely be a classic."

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