The Chicken or the Egg – Pain vs. Movement in Rehab
In today’s episode, I dive into what I call the chicken or the egg problem in rehab. Do people stop moving because they’re in pain, or is their lack of movement actually driving their pain? This fundamental question shapes how we approach patient care and rehab strategies. I’ll explore the patient’s perspective, the physician’s perspective, and how we can bridge the gap to improve outcomes.
Episode Highlights & Timestamps
🔹 [00:00] – What is rehab? A quick intro to the podcast and my background
🔹 [00:30] – The chicken or the egg problem: Pain vs. movement
🔹 [01:12] – Three possible conclusions about pain and movement
🔹 [02:02] – How patient beliefs influence treatment decisions
🔹 [05:03] – The importance of understanding both patient and physician perspectives
🔹 [07:04] – Why movement is part of the rehab process, regardless of imaging results
🔹 [09:54] – The cycle of pain, imaging, and treatment decisions
🔹 [10:38] – The role of a flexible mindset in rehabilitation
I encourage you to think about your own experiences with pain and movement. Have you ever felt stuck in the “pain-first” mindset? Or have you noticed how your movement patterns affect how you feel?
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