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The Modern Pain Podcast

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May 25, 2025 • 45min

Whole Person Physical Therapy Is Here | Matt Erb on Mindbody Integration

Send us a textPain Practice OS Waiting List Matt Erb returns to the show for an insightful and wide-ranging conversation on the future of physical therapy. We cover the limitations of the biopsychosocial model, practical mindbody strategies, billing within the system, trauma-informed care, and how clinicians can advocate for real change—both in their practice and the communities they serve.📃 Article - Advancing Physiotherapy in Mental Health: Guiding Principles for Whole-Person Care 📕 Integrative Rehabilitation Practice - Textbook Co-Edited by Matt *********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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May 19, 2025 • 49min

From Telling to Guiding – Transforming Patient Communication

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Ben Whybrow, a pain specialist physio in the UK and new community manager for Modern Pain Care, to discuss the critical role of communication in modern healthcare. We break down why the traditional, paternalistic approach to patient interaction falls short and explore how guided discovery can lead to better outcomes for people in pain. If you’re a clinician looking to improve your communication skills and create more meaningful connections with your patients, this conversation is for you.🔗 Links Mentioned: • Modern Pain Care Program Interest List • Clinical Communication Podcast – Ben Whybrow • Gifford’s Aches and Pains Books *********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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May 11, 2025 • 46min

Breaking Healthcare Silos: Rethinking Physical Therapy and Chronic Pain Care

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Cameron Faller, co-founder of the Institute of Contextual Health, to discuss the future of healthcare. We explore the challenges of traditional, siloed care models and why a more interconnected, person-centered approach is essential for better patient outcomes. Cameron shares insights on process-based care, complexity science, the role of EMRs, and the potential for AI to revolutionize the patient experience. If you’re a clinician or healthcare provider looking to make a real impact, this episode is for you.🔗 Links Mentioned: • Institute of Contextual Health • Hayes & Hoffman’s Process-Based Therapy Book (recommended reading) (affiliate link) • Connect with Cameron on Instagram  *********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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Apr 27, 2025 • 18min

Out-Value, Not Out-Volume: Ethical Sales in Modern Rehab

Send us a textIn today’s episode, we tackle one of the biggest tensions modern clinicians face:How do you keep your schedule full and patients engaged without fear-mongering or overselling?I share how to reframe “sales” from manipulation to alignment, why selling your services is an ethical obligation, and how to transition from just treating pain to guiding patients toward long-term health and resilience.If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to do right by your patients and keeping your business thriving — this one’s for you.➡️ Learn how to out-value, not out-volume, the competition.➡️ Find out why selling real wellness is the future.➡️ Hear real-world strategies to build relationships, not dependency.**Timestamps**00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:09 Listener's Message and Common Struggles00:44 Reframing Sales in Healthcare01:10 Personal Journey with Sales02:20 Ethical Sales and Value Exchange04:54 Challenges with the Fix Model07:13 Broadening the Scope of Care14:08 Practical Tips for Ethical Sales17:12 Conclusion and Call to ActionSubscribe for more episodes:  https://youtube.com/@modernpainpodcastConnect with me:Website: https://modernpaincare.comInstagram: @modernpaincareEmail: mark@modernpaincare.com*********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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Apr 20, 2025 • 13min

Creative Hopelessness in Chronic Pain: Why More of the Same Isn’t Working

Send us a textWhat if more treatment isn’t the answer?In this episode, we explore Creative Hopelessness—an ACT-based exercise that helps patients with persistent pain reflect on the real impact of their symptom management strategies.You’ll learn how to guide patients to see their patterns, validate their efforts, and gently open the door to a new, values-based direction.👇 Download the FREE clinician guide to walk through this exercise in your own sessions:https://modernpaincare.com/hopelessness*********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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Apr 6, 2025 • 18min

Neuropathic Pain Made Simple: What Every Clinician Should Know

Dive into the complexities of neuropathic pain, where symptoms like burning and zinging often lead to misdiagnosis. Discover effective screening techniques using everyday objects like a coin and paperclip to identify nerve dysfunction. Learn how to differentiate between neuropathic and other pain types and avoid common diagnostic pitfalls. Gain clarity on crucial terms like radicular pain and explore the importance of precise neurological examinations in effective pain management.
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Mar 30, 2025 • 43min

Whiplash Isn’t Just Neck Pain: What Clinicians Are Missing

Dr. Annina Schmid leads the Neuromusculoskeletal Health and Science Lab in Oxford, focusing on nerve injuries, while Dr. Joel Fundaun is a postdoc at Stanford specializing in whiplash. They discuss how Grade II whiplash may signify neuropathic pain rather than just musculoskeletal issues. Listeners learn about essential diagnostic tools like neurodynamic testing and the importance of addressing nerve inflammation. The duo advocates for a comprehensive treatment approach that blends physical and psychosocial strategies for improved patient outcomes.
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Mar 23, 2025 • 51min

Building a Personal Brand in Healthcare | Tom Walters Shares How

Send us a text🎙️ In this episode of The Modern Pain Podcast, Mark Kargela chats with Tom Walters, DPT—founder of Rehab Science, educator, and digital health innovator.Tom shares how he transitioned from a traditional orthopedic physical therapist to building a global online brand helping millions through coaching, education, and his bestselling book. We dive into:✅ Why coaching and education may be more impactful than hands-on care✅ How Rehab Science became a leader in virtual rehab & social media health content✅ Handling criticism in the online health space (and how to grow from it)✅ The dangers of outdated treatment models in physical therapy✅ How Tom is serving both clinicians & the general public through modern pain care👉 If you’re a clinician, fitness pro, or just someone who cares about where healthcare is headed—you don’t want to miss this one.📚 Grab Tom’s Book (Rehab Science): https://amzn.to/4bQB0oB (affiliate link - helps the channel)💻 Follow Tom on Instagram & YouTube (@rehabscience)🌐 More from Modern Pain Care: https://modernpaincare.com💡 Stay tuned until the end where Tom shares details on upcoming courses and certifications aimed at bridging the gap between rehab and fitness!#TomWalters #RehabScience #DigitalHealthcare #PainCare #PhysicalTherapy #ModernPainPodcast #Coaching #PTBusiness #ChronicPain #PainScience #FitnessProfessionals #VirtualRehab*********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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Mar 16, 2025 • 48min

Pelvic Health, Outdated Pain Care & Empowering Patients | Sandy Hilton Interview

Send us a text🚨 In this episode of The Modern Pain Podcast, Mark Kargela interviews Sandy Hilton, a pioneering physical therapist and expert in pelvic health and pain care. 🚨Sandy shares her fascinating journey from treating loggers in Oregon to leading change in pelvic health and pain management globally. We discuss why pain care is falling behind, the massive issues with the modified Oswestry assessment, and why treating pain with pain must stop.👉 You’ll learn:• How Sandy entered the world of pelvic health unexpectedly• Why many pain treatments still make things worse• How to improve access to care, even with limited resources• The real reason men avoid pelvic health care• How pelvic health therapists were early adopters of pain science principles• What’s wrong with current clinical tools and how we can do better• Sandy’s vision for the future of pain care💡 Whether you’re a clinician, student, or someone navigating pain, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how we approach healing.🎯 Don’t forget to:✅ SUBSCRIBE for weekly interviews on modern pain care✅ SHARE with colleagues and friends who need to hear this!🔗 Helpful Links:📝 Take the Modern Pain Podcast Research Survey: https://modernpaincare.com/research🎙️ Listen to the full podcast here: https://modernpaincare.com📩 Contact Sandy Hilton: sandyhilton@gmail.com📚 Related Topics: pain science, pelvic health therapy, chronic pain treatment, manual therapy myths, and patient-centered care.#PainManagement #PelvicHealth #SandyHilton #ModernPainPodcast #PainCare #PhysicalTherapy #PainScience #ChronicPain #PTPodcast #Healthcare*********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness
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Mar 9, 2025 • 56min

She Escaped Chronic Pain—Then Long COVID Changed Everything

Send us a textParticipate in our research study  Amy's First Episode ✅ Ever battled with chronic pain or long COVID symptoms? Discover Amy Eicher's remarkable journey from being dismissed and misdiagnosed to becoming her own best advocate. In this episode of the Modern Pain Podcast, Amy shares her personal story of dealing with chronic pain, understanding long COVID, and navigating the intricacies of the healthcare system. Expect eye-opening insights, practical takeaways on resilience, pacing, and self-advocacy, and much more. Stick around for an engaging conversation that healthcare professionals, patients, and anyone interested in the human side of chronic illness should not miss!Restoring Venus - https://restoringvenus.com/Restoring Venus Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RestoringVenus/Restoring Venus TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@restoringvenuspaincoachRestoring Venus YouTube -  @restoringvenusamyeicher  *********************************************************************📸 - Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernpaincare/🐦 - Follow us on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/modernpaincare/🎙️ - Listen to our Podcast - https://www.modernpaincare.com____________________________________Modern Pain Care is a company dedicated to spreading evidence-based and person-centered information about pain, prevention, and overall fitness and wellness

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