145. How to choose exercises that improve patients pain with David Toomey

Choosing Exercise for Pain Management

Selecting appropriate exercises for patients in pain is crucial to improve their strength, control, and confidence while avoiding exacerbating their symptoms. Differentiating between acute and chronic pain poses challenges, requiring careful consideration to balance pain relief and possible pain provocation. Understanding the individual's beliefs, expectations, and fear avoidance behaviors guides the choice of exercises tailored to each patient, ensuring realistic expectations and gradual progression to prevent flare-ups.