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Severs' disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, is a condition that affects children between the ages of 8 and 14 who are going through a growth spurt. It is characterized by pain and inflammation in the heel, particularly in the back of the calcaneus. The condition is caused by the growth of bones outpacing the growth of soft tissues, such as tendons and ligaments. Factors that contribu...

In this episode, Dr. Beau and his team discuss the importance of triage in musculoskeletal care and the decision-making process when determining whether a patient needs to see a specialist or undergo surgery. They share several case examples, including a high-level runner with a foot injury and a patient with a chronic shoulder dislocation. The team emphasizes the need for individualized care and...

The conversation discusses a case of a 34-year-old female with hip pain and a history of low back pain. The patient is active in CrossFit and has been experiencing right anterior hip pain associated with squatting, running, and jumping. The pain started several months ago and has worsened recently. The chiropractors suspect an internal hip issue and work on stabilizing her back while calming down...

In this conversation, Dr. Beau and Dr. Phillip discuss the neurocentric approach and the importance of diagnostic specificity and determining the appropriate intervention points and treatment modalities. They also touch on topics such as staying up to date with research, using AI in healthcare, and balancing creativity in practice. The neurocentric approach focuses on the role of neurology in phys...

In this conversation, Dr. Beau, Dr. Alex, and Dr. Seth discuss the differentiation between trigger points, radiculopathy, and peripheral nerve entrapment. The docs present three cases of heel pain in runners and ask the audience to determine which condition each case represents. Dr. Beau emphasizes the importance of history taking and examination in making a diagnosis, and highlights the need to r...

Dr. Beau and Dr. Alex sit down to discuss a case of an elite gymnast dealing with ankle issues 5 months post-op, as well as an acute onset of hip pain that is proving a bit tricky.

In this conversation, Dr. Beau interviews Shawn Sherman, the creator of Square 1 Systems, a problem-solving framework for movement professionals. They discuss the development of Square 1 and its focus on restoring organization within the nervous system to improve upright posture and locomotion. Shawn explains how he moved away from traditional training methods and began using muscle testing and is...

In this conversation, Dr. Beau and Steven Capobianco discuss the complex topic of trigger points and their role in manual therapy. They explore various theories and mechanisms behind trigger points, including the soft tissue milieu, neurogenic inflammation, and peripheral and central sensitization. They emphasize the importance of considering the broader context of the patient and adopting a syner...

Dr. Beau and Dr. Alex sit down on this episode to discuss two cases that wouldn't seem to be all that similar but have motor control/protection root causes.

Drs. Beau and Sloan Beard sit down to discuss the strikes and gutters of their practice over the last decade in practice.

A look into a functional health coaching session at The FARM.

Welcome back to another edition of our Week in Review! In this episode, we dive into two compelling cases that shed light on the challenges individuals face in the realm of orthopedic and neurosurgical interventions. First up, we follow the inspiring journey of a dedicated runner battling stenosis. Join us as we explore the impact of spinal stenosis on an athlete's life, the diagnostic process, an...

On this week's episode of the Week in Review, Dr. Beau Beard, Dr. Alex Coleman, Dr. Daniel O’Quinn, and Seth Graham discuss a trauma-related pain science case and a stick-to-your-guns functional approach to patellar tendinosis.

On this week's episode of the Week in Review, Dr. Beau Beard, Dr. Alex Coleman, and Seth Graham discuss two cross-country runner cases. One case of repeated medial shin pain, and the other of a girl dealing with medial ankle pain, post inversion ankle sprain. Foot Strike Run Retraining for Patients With Patellofemoral Chondral Defects: A Case Series https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37930763/

🔍 In the first part of this video, we dive deep into the world of low back pain stemming from the cervicothoracic region. You'll discover its potential causes, symptoms, and most importantly, effective strategies to manage and alleviate this discomfort. Say goodbye to that nagging pain in your lower back! 🏃‍♂️ Then, we switch gears and focus on cross-country runners who are experiencing stubborn...

Dr. Beau and Dr. Seth, sit down with Dr. Ben Stevens, in a roaming conversation about; - What traits the best clinicians and educators share - What curriculum Ben feels is vital to become world-class - Why chiros tend to have a chip on their shoulder after school - Becoming the best, doesn't necessarily mean you have the best manual skills or own the most knowledge - And much more Check out So...

Join the FARM crew on this week’s episode of the Week in Review to discuss some interesting cases involving the visual systems presentation in low back and ankle pain, how bilateral hamstring pain was masked as a central sensitization case, and how a high-level gymnast still needs to work on scapulothoracic stability.

Join The FARM team during this Week in Review where we cover cervical presentation of shoulder pain, chronic temporomandibular dysfunction in a 25 YOA female, a spondylolisthesis that was missed on imaging, and a classic case of adhesive capsulitis.

Join The FARM team for this edition of the Week in Review where each doctor shares a case from two different angles, we look at a case of upper extremity paralysis after drug overdoes, an accidental gunshot to the femur, and resulting neck pain from walker use and a case of knee/heel pain in a youth, who is on estrogen-blocking drugs to induce growth.

Join The FARM team as we discuss a case of lower extremity radiculopathy without low back pain, a thoracic disc case due to golf swing mechanics, and a case of a torn hip labrum with complicating lumbar derangement.

Join The FARM team for this episode of the Week in Review as we discuss a classic pain neuroscience case involving low back pain, a typical presentation of ‘gymnast wrist’, and a stealthy presentation of cervical spine radiculopathy. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3325636/

Join The FARM team this week as we discuss a youth golfer facing multiple areas of motor control dysfunction due to growth spurts, a case of bilateral hip pain of unknown etiology relieved by simple breathing techniques, a classic case of the often overlooked Sinding Larsen Johannson syndrome in a youth gymnast, and more!

Join The FARM team as we discuss a case of a desk jockey dealing with tennis elbow, a case of extension-based low back pain being driven by ankle dysfunction in a teen soccer player, and the big question of can you categorize injuries?’.

Join The FARM team to discuss a case of anterior cutaneous nerve pain in an elite gymnast, a case of lateral hip pain tied to a finding of thoracic SMCD in a high school cross-country runner, and a difficult case of trying to discern a thoracic derangement with cervical radicular symptoms.

Join The FARM team as we discuss a shoulder case in which the patient is convinced they need surgery, a case involving a gymnast with strange bilateral lower extremity symptoms, and a classic hip derangement treated using MDT principles.