The Modern Pain Podcast

Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to physical therapy? Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Matt Erb, a leading practitioner in mind-body medicine, as we explore the powerful potential of integrating mind-body principles in physical therapy practice. Discover how addressing the biopsychosocial model can contribute to positive shifts in human health, and learn about the challenges...

What if we've been looking at pain all wrong? Join me in a fascinating conversation with Asaf Weisman, a clinician and researcher in Israel who offers a differing perspective on the biopsychosocial model of pain from what is commonly seen on social media.    Asaf's personal history of chronic pain from skateboarding and migraines, combined with his professional background in physical the...

What if we told you that the key to transforming physiotherapy and care for people with chronic pain lies in a paradigm shift towards person-centered care? In this thought-provoking episode, we sat down with Morten Hoegh, a professor at Alberg University in Denmark, to discuss this revolution in pain management and the challenges that come along with it. We also delved into the complexities of tre...

What happens when two world-renowned pain management experts collaborate on a groundbreaking study that challenges traditional healthcare approaches? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Peter Kent (PK) and Peter O'Sullivan (Pete) as we dissect the Restore Trial - a game changer in the world of person-centered care and pain management. In this compelling discussion, we dive into the...

This week we have the honor of speaking with a leader in the world of physical therapy and pain care across the world. Adriaan Louw has had a massive impact on me and the direction of my career.  He is a great model of humility and generosity. We discuss where we were, where we are, and where we need to go in pain care. It was a great conversation, and I hope you all enjoy it! 00:00 Introduction 0...

You have heard us talk about person-centered care quite a bit on the podcast. We think it is that important! This week we talk with Carla Rauseo, a physical therapist who is researching this in her PhD. She shares a great perspective from her view as a physical therapist trained in the U.S. and practicing in Trinidad. We hope you enjoy it! **********************************************************...

This week we speak with someone who has walked in the patient's shoes. Tom Bowen is a patient advocate who shares great experience and perspective. There is a ton to learn in this episode, as Tom shared some great points PATIENTS ARE THE ONLY EXPERTS IN THEIR PAIN EXPERIENCE Tom's website Tom's Facebook Group CHAPTERS 00:00 - Start 01:39 - Tom's background 02:42 - Tom's jo...

How well do you recognize what our Occupational Thearpy colleagues bring to the table? They are much more than simply ADLs and play huge roles in the successful management of pain. Tune in this week and hear Megan Osgood Doyle discuss this and more! Check out Megan on:  Instagram at @meganosgooddoyle81112 Twitter at @MOsgoodDoyle ********************************************************************...

In this conversation, Mark and Matt Low discussed the limitations of our knowledge from university and the pursuit of expertise in practice.   What are the potential challenges of community building and avoiding confirmation bias?   How does one diversify one's learning community and be open to different perspectives?    Why is AAOMPT's opposition to moving to a more broad definition of...

How well do you manage rheumatism in your practice? Listen and learn from Jack March as he shares his expertise on best practices in terms of rheumatologic conditions in physical therapy practice.  00:00 - Start 03:48 - Tips for the patient interview 07:47 - Barriers to exercise 11:54 - Has pain science influenced practice? 17:31 - Tips for the relationship with a rheumatologist 23:40 Common labs...

This week we interview Mark Shepherd.  Mark is a friend and colleague who is doing big things in the profession. We discuss : Where manual therapy fits in our practice and how applying it in a skilled fashion Fellowship and it's role in our growth The role of mentorship Challenges new grads and early career professionals face Much more *********************************************************...

I look back on my career and see clearly where my priorities on becoming a great clinician were misplaced. Techniques are great, but research time and time again has failed to find a technique that works significantly better than the next. So, what would I do if I were to go back in time? Tune in and find out! Episode articles mentioned:  Artus M, van der Windt DA, Jordan KP, Hay EM. Low back pain...

This week we interview David Poulter, a world-traveled physical therapist with great wisdom to share from his journey. Why do people get so polarized over MDT or McKenzie? What is a way to avoid tribalism that only limits your growth as a clinician? How has Twitter helped David build a library to store articles and threads full of great information? Check David out on Twitter at - https://twitter....

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A recent meta-analysis in JOSPT looked at what the best exercises for low back pain were. What were the best exercises for chronic low back pain? Do these exercises work for everyone? Is a more tailored or individualized approach necessary? Tune into this week's episode and find out! Links:https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2022.10671 *****************************************************...

Our friend Aaron Kubal put out a TikTok discussing our ability to predict injury. Link - https://www.tiktok.com/@aaron_kubaldc/video/7122578119000640814As always he made some good points. But is there nuance to the discussion that a 60 second TikTok misses? Can someone be injury prone? Are there patients where this may resonate? Tune in to this week's episode of the Modern Pain Podcast and fi...

Person-Centered has been a more common term being thrown around on social media. Often it is proposed as an ideal mode of clinical practice? What is person-centered care? Hasn't it always be person-centered care? What are the barriers that exist to delivering person-centered care? Tune into this week's podcast and find outLinks:https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-41239-5#abo...

In a recent discussion in DPT school the topic of spinal hygiene came up? What does it even mean to have good spinal hygiene? Is this even a real thing? What are the bad and good things that can come from this concept? Tune in to this week's episode and find out! ********************************************************************* 📸 - Follow us on Instagram  -  https://www.instagram.com/mod...

Recently there was a tragic story of a college age woman who suffered partial paralysis after cervical manipulationThis has always been a controversial topicDoes cervical manipulation have a place? What are ways we can do our due diligence in screening for application of cervical manipulation? Check out this week's episode and find outHelpful links:https://www.ifompt.org/site/ifompt/IFOMPT%20...

We are fascinated how discussions around MDT can create this angry mob of love and hate around the intervention. Why the dichotomy? Is there a patient-centered way to apply this? Do our biases get in the way at times? Tune in to this week's episode of the Modern Pain Podcast and find out! ********************************************************************* 📸 - Follow us on Instagram  -  htt...

Don't get us wrong, our improved understanding of pain has done more good than bad. How many of us have pain-splained someone? Have you ever tried to explain pain and saw a blank frustrated stare across from you only to never see this person for a second visit? Listen in to this week's episode as we go over an example of a patient's negative experience with pain science. How do we f...

We all deal with challenges in our DPT student or early career stages of our journey. Imposter syndrome is real! We can't look weak or wrong in front of a patient. Or can we? Listen in on an experience where Jarod was wrong and how to have tough conversations when you are wrong in the clinic. ********************************************************************* 📸 - Follow us on Instagram  - ...

Jarod recently did an article review for our friends at the Physio Network. We thought it was worth a discussion on the podcast. The title of the articles is: Effect of diagnostic labelling on management intentions for non-specific low back pain: A randomized scenario-based experimentLink - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35616226/How did words matter in this study? How can you use these results i...

David Nichols, our friend from Auckland University in New Zealand, recently published a viewpoint on the current environment and views on passive care in physical therapy. What goes behind this push away from passive care? Are we swinging the pendulum too far? Does passive care have a place in patient care? What do our patients think? Join Jarod and Mark for this week's episode of the Modern...

You may have noticed we took a break from the podcast as of late. Listen as both Mark and Jarod share their recent experiences with burnoutDoes this sound like you? Is hustle culture bad for your health? Are you enjoying the journey or stressing about the destination? Tune in and hear our thoughts on burnout and what has helped us get balance back in life. *****************************************...