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Mervyn Travers
Physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach, and researcher. Focuses on merging high-level exercise rehab with an understanding of pain.
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May 27, 2025
• 1h 12min
#47: Active Inference, Pain, and Movement with Dr Mervyn Travers
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Dr. Mervyn Travers, a physiotherapist and strength coach, dives into active inference, a cutting-edge concept in pain science. He explains how our brains predict bodily responses, reshaping our understanding of persistent pain. Mervyn emphasizes the importance of movement experimentation in recovery and the need to rethink how exercise is prescribed in pain management. He also highlights the influence of culture and prior beliefs on pain perception, advocating for compassion and nuanced approaches in patient care.
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