The Knowledge Exchange

We talked to pain advocate, educator, patient and creator of Chronic Pain Champions Tom Bowen about: His lived experience with chronic pain and attending a pain clinic. The emotional aspects of his story and pivotal moments in his journey. The role of pain science in his understanding. The world of patient support groups, and what … Continue reading Tom Bowen – Chronic Pain Champion →

We hosted physiotherapist and researcher Riikka Holopainen to discuss: Perceptions of patients with low back pain in the healthcare system. Factors that moved patients from a “non-encounter” to self-agency. Should people with acute pain be treated differently? How to reduce burnout and increase job satisfaction. Which forms of training are best for clinicians to learn … Continue reading Riikka Holopainen – Perceptions of BPS →

We talked to Physiotherapist and S&C Coach Andrew Wild about: His story and personal history of sporting injuries. How to develop clinical skills after university. The value of networking with an open-mind. His journey in opening up business. The value of experiential learning for coaching exercise. Check out Andrew at wildphysiofitness.com.au and instagram.com/wildphysiofitness.

We had a great chat with Pain Coach Amy Eicher on: Her story with chronic SIJ pain How she felt supported emotionally during her journey The impact of validation and pain education Everyday challenges that people with pain face, and advice for clinicians Patient support groups on Facebook – helpful or unhelpful? Follow Amy on … Continue reading Amy Eicher – Validating the Patient’s Experience →

We chatted with the Shoulder Physio Jared Powell on: His personal experience with a pec tear and how he managed it. Situations which warrant surgical opinion. Dislocations – pros and cons of conservative vs surgical management. How to help patients who have shoulder pain when sleeping. How to assess and communicate prognosis of a frozen … Continue reading Jared Powell – Conservative Management & Frozen Shoulder →

We had Exercise Physiologist and Director on Performance X Physiology Kyle Richardson on to discuss: Social media group etiquette Clinical evolution and reflections The value of a single consultation Objective assessments after diving down biomechanical rabbit holes The power of TeleHealth in delivering high value healthcare Follow Kyle at pxphys.com.au and The AEP Musc Group … Continue reading Kyle Richardson – TeleHealth, Objective Ax and Clinical Growth →