Casper Nim

Chris Hughen talks with Casper Nim, a chiropractor and senior researcher from Denmark, about the intricacies of spinal manipulation. They debunk common myths associated with spinal manipulative therapy and emphasize the importance of patient preferences in treatment. Casper shares insights on the mechanics of joint popping and the psychological effects of these sounds. The discussion also highlights the need for transforming manual therapy education, focusing on psycho-motor skills and patient narratives, to better inform future practices in spinal pain management.

Dr. Casper Nim is an Associate Professor and chiropractor specializing in spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) at the Spine Centre of Southern Denmark. He discusses whether the method of applying SMT affects patient outcomes, highlighting insights from recent research. The conversation explores the differences between acute and chronic spine pain, critiques current research practices, and emphasizes the need for personalized treatments. Nim also shares how clinician confidence and a flexible approach can enhance patient satisfaction in rehabilitation.

Casper Nim, a chiropractor and senior researcher at the Spine Center of Southern Denmark, shares groundbreaking insights from the largest systematic review on spinal manipulative therapy (SMT). He discusses why SMT's effectiveness may not surpass placebo or non-recommended therapies and reveals that the way SMT is performed might not heavily influence patient outcomes. Nim emphasizes the importance of contextual factors and therapeutic alliance, stressing a need for evolving manual therapy education and self-management strategies for chronic back pain.