Best FRACP (Rheum Podcasts (2024)

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Why is finding effective pain relief for osteoarthritis so challenging? 37:08

9d ago37:08

37:08

On this week's episode of the Joint Action podcast, we dive into a critical aspect of osteoarthritis care: pain management. Dr Stefan Ivanavicius and Dr Sarah Kennedy join us to unravel why pain remains an unmet need in osteoarthritis. They shed light on the complexity of pain, influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. We explore…

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Not just for seniors: The hidden struggle of younger adults with osteoarthritis with Associate Prof Anthony Perruccio 31:21

23d ago31:21

31:21

In this episode, we dive into the often overlooked world of younger adults living with osteoarthritis. Associate Professor Anthony Perruccio joins us to explore why people develop osteoarthritis and the unique challenges faced by younger individuals with the disease. We discuss key risk factors such as age, sex, weight, genetics, prior joint injuri…

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How knee pain from osteoarthritis changes the way you walk with Dr. Kathryn Bacon and Associate Professor Deepak Kumar 27:39

1M ago27:39

27:39

In this week's episode, we explore how knee osteoarthritis affects the way people walk. Experts Dr. Kathryn Bacon and Associate Professor Deepak Kumar from Boston University explain that osteoarthritis impacts everyone differently, but common changes include walking slower, taking fewer steps per minute, and experiencing more muscle activity and pr…

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New insights into osteoarthritis pain with Prof Nidhi Sofat 44:00

2M ago44:00

44:00

Join us on this week's episode as we delve into the complexities of osteoarthritis pain with Professor Nidhi Sofat. In this episode, we explore the sources of pain in osteoarthritis, from cartilage damage to synovitis and bone marrow lesions. Professor Sofat discusses groundbreaking research on the role of nerves and blood vessels in pain, the sign…

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Communicating to people with osteoarthritis with Dr Sam Bunzli 28:09

2M ago28:09

28:09

Join this week’s conversation with Dr Sam Bunzli which explores how health professionals can better understand and support people with osteoarthritis by moving beyond checklists and truly listening to their stories. We'll debunk common misconceptions about osteoarthritis, such as the belief that pain always means joint damage or that imaging is alw…

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The role of the metabolome in osteoarthritis with Prof Ron June and Dr Hope Welhaven 40:37

3M ago40:37

40:37

Metabolism plays an important role in our day to day lives. Our metabolism changes over time as we age, with conditions such as osteoarthritis and in people who are above a healthy weight. The study of the small molecules chemicals in biological samples or the study of metabolomics is an emerging field in research. On this week's episode of Joint A…

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Helping you to prepare for a health encounter for your osteoarthritis; the history and examination with Prof Mel Holden and Dr Pip Nicolson 26:03

3M ago26:03

26:03

Learn more about what happens during the history taking and physical examination components of getting your osteoarthritis diagnosed. RESOURCES The Osteoarthritis Health Professional Training Manual MSK Physical Examination of the Knee MSK Physical Examination of the Hip MSK Physical Examination of the Hand CONNECT WITH US Twitter/X: @ProfDavidHunt…

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Does your mental health contribute to your experience of living with osteoarthritis? with Dr Bryan Tan 37:41

4M ago37:41

37:41

On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Bryan Tan to discuss how mental health can contribute to the experience of living with osteoarthritis. Dr Bryan Tan is an Orthopaedic Surgeon-Scientist in Singapore. He has experience practicing both locally and overseas having done several fellowships internationally including US and New …

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Can a mobile health application help with my osteoarthritis? with Prof James Bilzon 39:00

4M ago39:00

39:00

On this week's episode of Joint Action, we delve into the world of osteoarthritis management through the lens of mobile applications. Professor James Bilzon joins us to discuss how mobile apps are transforming osteoarthritis care, including the features, benefits and future potential of these innovative tools to empower individuals to take control …

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Should I get an MRI for my knee osteoarthritis? with Dr James Linklater 43:11

5M ago43:11

43:11

On today’s episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr James Linklater OAM to discuss the use and misuse of imaging in the context of knee osteoarthritis. James is a radiologist and CEO of Castlereagh Imaging. He has particular skills in all aspects of musculoskeletal imaging and intervention and has ongoing research interests in imaging osteoarth…

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Disparities in total joint replacement with Prof Jas Singh 42:18

5M ago42:18

42:18

On today’s episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Professor Jasvinder Singh to discuss disparities in total joint replacement, including disparities in who receives surgery and in surgical outcomes. Jasvinder Singh, MD, MPH, is Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology and holds the Musculoskeletal Outcomes Research Endowed Professor of Medicine. H…

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Core outcome sets for osteoarthritis trials with Prof Toby Smith 33:23

5M ago33:23

33:23

On today’s episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Professor Toby Smith to discuss core outcome sets in osteoarthritis trials. Toby is Professor of Clinical Trials at the Warwick Clinical Trials Unit, University of Warwick. His current research areas include exploring the rehabilitation of people after hip and knee surgery, trauma, and persistent…

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What do the first symptoms of osteoarthritis feel like? with Dr Lauren King 34:13

6M ago34:13

34:13

On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Lauren King. Lauren is a rheumatologist and clinician scientist at St. Michael’s Hospital and Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto. Her clinical research program combines epidemiology and implementation science, with the goal of identifying gaps in…

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The role of the gut microbiome in osteoarthritis with Dr Matlock Jeffries 37:10

6M ago37:10

37:10

On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Matlock Jeffries. Matlock is a rheumatologist and clinical associate professor of medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Centre. His research interests include the microbiome in osteoarthritis and his research lab was the first to identify a microbiome within human and mous…

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Opioid induced hyperalgesia in osteoarthritis with Dr Kosaku Aoyagi 31:49

7M ago31:49

31:49

Dr Kosaku Aoyagi is a physical therapist and Assistant Professor based at the University of Texas at El Paso and the Director of Pain Research in Mechanism-based Physical Therapy. His expertise is in pain and central pain mechanism in osteoarthritis. On this week's episode of Joint Action, we discuss the use of opioids for osteoarthritis, opioid in…

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Common misconceptions and beliefs about osteoarthritis - improving osteoarthritis knowledge with A/Prof Ben Darlow 37:24

7M ago37:24

37:24

On today’s episode of Joint Action, we discuss common misconceptions about osteoarthritis and how we can improve knowledge and build helpful beliefs. We are joined by Dr Ben Darlow. Ben is an Associate Professor at the University of Otago Wellington and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Specialist based in Wellington, New Zealand. RESOURCES Living with…

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Season 4 Wrap Up 10:46

8M ago10:46

10:46

On the final episode for 2023, we answer some listener questions. Best wishes for the end of 2023 and Happy Holidays! CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jointaction.info Website: www.jointaction.info/podcast If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to learn more about osteoarthritis from the world's…

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Getting started with physical activity for osteoarthritis: insights from experts part 2 27:42

8M ago27:42

27:42

On this week's episode of Joint Action, learn more about the benefits of walking and running for managing your osteoarthritis and how you can get started. We will hear from experts: Grace Lo (Season 3, Episode 14) Christian Barton (Season 3, Episode 16) CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jointaction.info Website:…

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Preventing midlife weight creep and osteoarthritis with Prof Flavia Cicuttini 30:21

9M ago30:21

30:21

The curse of midlife weight creep is a phenomenon where adults gain a small amount of weight each year. This weight gain has in impact on your osteoarthritis and other symptoms. On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Professor Flavia Cicuttini to discuss this important topic. Professor Flavia Cicuttini is the Head of the Musculosk…

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Plants for Joints: a plant-based diet for osteoarthritis with Wendy Walrabenstein 35:08

9M ago35:08

35:08

Wendy is a registered clinical dietician, PhD researcher at Amsterdam UMC. Her research focusses on the effects of a plant-based diet, exercise, and stress reduction on arthritis. RESOURCES Plants for Health website A multidisciplinary lifestyle program for metabolic syndrome-associated osteoarthritis: the "Plants for Joints" randomized controlled …

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Nutrition Unlocked - for World Arthritis Day 30:42

10M ago30:42

30:42

This episode of Nutrition Unlocked explores the role nutrition plays in managing osteoarthritis symptoms. Anna Mohl chats to Professor David Hunter, a Rheumatologist Epidemiologist, Professor of Medicine and Florance and Cope Chair of Rheumatology at the University of Sydney. CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jo…

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How is early knee osteoarthritis defined? with Dr Jean Liew 31:34

10M ago31:34

31:34

What is early-stage knee osteoarthritis? How does it differ from later stage knee osteoarthritis? Learn more on this week's episode with Dr Jean Liew. Dr Jean Liew is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Section of Rheumatology at Boston University, where her clinical research currently focuses on knee osteoarthritis and axSpA. RESOURCES A sco…

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Getting started with physical activity for osteoarthritis: insights from experts part 1 40:22

11M ago40:22

40:22

On this week's episode of Joint Action, learn more about the benefits of physical activity, how much physical activity is recommended for people with osteoarthritis and how you can get started. We will hear from experts: Dan White (Season 1, Episode 17) Mariana Wingood (Season 3, Episode 12) CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg…

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Barriers and enablers to weight managment in osteoarthritis with Natalie Pavlovic 35:53

11M ago35:53

35:53

On this week's episode we discuss the barriers and enablers of weight management for people with osteoarthritis. We are joined by Natalie Pavlovic, a senior physiotherapist at Fairfield Hospital in Western Sydney, Australia and a PhD candidate working at the Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre at the University of New South Wales. Natalie has exten…

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Top tips for losing weight with osteoarthritis - insights from experts 49:45

12M ago49:45

49:45

On this week's special episode hear from experts in weight loss and osteoarthritis, including content from: Stephen Messier - Losing weight and osteoarthritis– why and how? (Season 1, Episode 4) Rosie Venman - Implementing dietary change (Season 1, Episode 20) Stephen Messier has been at Wake Forest University for 36 years. He is the Director of th…

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Exercising with osteoarthritis - insights from experts 22:59

12M ago22:59

22:59

On this week's episode of Joint Action, learn more about the benefits of exercise, including the types of exercise recommended and how a health professional can help you get started. We will hear from experts: Kim Bennell (Season 1, Episode 6) Matt Williams (Season 1, Episode 3) Prof Kim Bennell (PhD, BAppSci (physio)) is a research physiotherapist…

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Julie's journey with osteoarthritis 40:46

1y ago40:46

40:46

Julie Leask is a social scientist and professor of public health at the University of Sydney. She and her team conduct research looking at vaccination and what people think, feel and do about it. She has a background in nursing, midwifery and a masters degree in public health. Julie lives in Sydney on Dharug country with her husband and two adult c…

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When should I get my knee joint replaced? Insights from experts 31:19

1y ago31:19

31:19

On this week's special episode, we will hear from experts in arthroscopy and surgery including content from: Peter Choong and Michelle Dowsey (Season 1, Episode 7) Gillian Hawker (Season 4, Episode 8) CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jointaction.info Website: www.jointaction.info/podcast If you enjoyed this epi…

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Failure to translate osteoarthritis discovery research to the clinical population with Prof Chris Little 43:44

1y ago43:44

43:44

Professor Christopher Little is director of the Raymond Purves Bone and Joint Research Labs at the Kolling Institute of Medical Research at Royal North Shore Hospital, Australia. Chris is a qualified Veterinarian with specialist surgery training and ACVS certification. Chris's research interests focus on defining the biochemical and molecular mecha…

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Should I have an arthroscopy for my knee osteoarthritis? Insights from experts 36:39

1y ago36:39

36:39

On this week's special episode, we will hear from experts in arthroscopy and surgery including content from: Chris Vertullo and Teppo Järvinen - Should I have an arthroscopy for my knee arthritis? (Season 1, Episode 9) Howard Luks - Do you really need surgery for your knee osteoarthritis? (Season 2, Episode 20) Teppo Järvinen - Arthroscopy, past ti…

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The impact of weight loss on osteoarthritis with Zübe Salis 34:01

1y ago34:01

34:01

The prevalence of osteoarthritis is increasing as are rates of overweight and obesity. Overweight and obesity are both important risk factors for the onset and progression of knee osteoarthritis. Weight loss is an effective treatment for osteoarthritis and has been shown to reduce pain and improve function – but what about structural changes? On th…

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Repurposing drugs for osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Baker 40:58

1y ago40:58

40:58

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. There are currently no effective disease-modifying treatments available to slow or reverse the progression of OA. Drugs such as metformin, which is commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes are generally safe and low cost. Research has been shown that metformin has anti-inflammatory and pro-wei…

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Care for an oil change? The role of viscosupplementation for osteoarthritis with Dr Bruno da Costa 41:21

1+ y ago41:21

41:21

Viscosupplementation is a procedure that involves injections of hyaluronic acid, most commonly into the knee joint. In the United States, one in every seven people receive a hyaluronic acid injection as first line treatment for their knee osteoarthritis. However, the effectiveness and safety of viscosupplementation has remained controversial. On th…

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Why does osteoarthritis hurt? Insights from experts 27:51

1+ y ago27:51

27:51

On this week's special episode, we will hear from experts in pain including content from: Jason McDougall (Season 1, Episode 1) Anne-Marie Malfait (Season 2, Episode 14) Lisa Carlesso (Season 3, Episode 7) Tasha Stanton (Season 3, Episode 19) CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jointaction.info Website: www.jointa…

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When is a joint replacement appropriate? with Prof Gillian Hawker 40:40

1+ y ago40:40

40:40

Although joint replacement surgery is an effective treatment for end-stage osteoarthritis, they are not appropriate for everyone. Factors such as age, overall health and the severity of osteoarthritis must be considered when making decisions about joint replacement surgery. By selecting appropriate patients for joint replacement surgery, we can ens…

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Does osteoarthritis affect elite athletes? with Dr Debbie Palmer OLY 30:04

1+ y ago30:04

30:04

We have spoken about occupational risk factors for osteoarthritis on previous episodes, but one occupation we have not covered is elite level athletes or Olympians. The intense training schedules sometimes lasting up to 6 hours a day make Olympians more susceptible to joint injury. On this week’s episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Debbie …

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Exercising with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis with Prof Melanie Holden 28:11

1+ y ago28:11

28:11

Exercise is a commonly recommended treatment for osteoarthritis. There have been many studies which have shown the benefits of exercise which include improved pain, function, and quality of life. However, more often times than not, exercise is delivered sub-optimally with health care professionals unclear about how to deliver exercise effectively t…

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Management of anterior cruciate ligament injuries with Dr Adam Culvenor 52:12

1+ y ago52:12

52:12

About 50% of people who have an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury will go on to develop osteoarthritis later down the track. What determines who will go on to develop OA? And is it possible to reduce your risk of developing OA? On this week’s episode, Dr Adam Culvenor joins us to discuss. Dr Adam Culvenor is a Senior Research Fellow and Head …

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Arthroscopy, past time to stop the harm with Prof Teppo Järvinen 36:02

1+ y ago36:02

36:02

Over the years, there has been good evidence that certain treatments are of little or no value, provide harm and have substantial costs associated with them. Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy (APM) is not a recommended treatment for osteoarthritis. Despite this, millions of these procedures are still being performed each year. On this week's episod…

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What joints does osteoarthritis commonly affect? with Dr Qiang Liu 37:44

1+ y ago37:44

37:44

Osteoarthritis is a highly prevalent disease affecting many developing and developed countries worldwide. The prevalence of OA depends on which joint is involved – whether it is the knee, hip or hand. Depending on what type of OA you have, it may also play a role in your overall health. On this week’s episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Qiang…

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Digital interventions for osteoarthritis with Dr Andrea Dell'Isola 34:25

1+ y ago34:25

34:25

Digital interventions include mobile apps, virtual reality, and the internet and telephones. They have been recommended by the World Health Organization to complement traditional care. There has been a shift towards digital interventions especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. On this week's episode we are joined by Andrea Dell'Isola to discuss di…

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Tips for behaviour change for diet and exercise with Dr Shannon Mihalko (2021) 42:13

1+ y ago42:13

42:13

Exercise, physical activity and education are the cornerstone treatments for osteoarthritis. However, despite their proven efficacy, they are difficult to maintain long-term. Behaviour change techniques, which are specific techniques such as goal-setting or monitoring that can help people stick to an OA management plan long-term. On this week’s epi…

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Season 3 Wrap Up: Part 2 23:19

1+ y ago23:19

23:19

On the second installment of this two part series, we share some insights from our osteoarthritis experts this season. CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jointaction.info Website: www.jointaction.info/podcast If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to learn more about osteoarthritis from the world'…

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Season 3 Wrap Up: Part 1 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

27:45

On this two part series, we share some insights from our osteoarthritis experts this season. CONNECT WITH US Twitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorg Email: hello@jointaction.info Website: www.jointaction.info/podcast If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to learn more about osteoarthritis from the world's leading experts! Hosted …

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Steve's journey with osteoarthritis 37:32

1+ y ago37:32

37:32

Steve is a 56-year old father of three. He lives in Alexandria, Virginia – five miles from the White House in Washington, D.C. Steve spent 25 years building his own marketing and publishing company focused in the tech space – representing major firms like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft. He served on the USO DC board for 15 years – the largest not fo…

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Overcoming fear of movement in osteoarthritis 44:03

2y ago44:03

44:03

Exercise and physical activity are important not only for those with knee osteoarthritis, but all individuals. However, negative beliefs about pain and the body may hinder movement. Do you have knee osteoarthritis? Do you feel afraid to move? On this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr JP Caneiro to discuss beliefs about movement and their impact a…

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What is the difference between hip and knee osteoarthritis? with Dr Michelle Hall 27:48

2y ago27:48

27:48

Hip and knee osteoarthritis are leading causes of global disability. Most osteoarthritis research has focused on the knee, but what do we know about hip osteoarthritis? Although they are both joints in the leg, there are differences in the prevalence, outcomes and recommended treatments. On this episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Michelle…

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Reducing opioids harms with Aili Langford 35:13

2y ago35:13

35:13

Despite evidence recommending against the use of opioids, about 20% of people with osteoarthritis take opioids on a long-term basis to manage their pain. But are they helpful? Or are they potentially harmful? Aili Langford joins us on this week's episode to discuss. Aili is a hospital pharmacist employed at Concord Repatriation General Hospital in …

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What jobs put you at risk of developing knee osteoarthritis? with Dr Thomas Perry 28:55

2y ago28:55

28:55

Jobs which involve repetitive movements and excessive knee loading, such as farming and mining have been linked to the development of knee osteoarthritis. On this episode of Joint Action, we discuss which jobs put you at risk of osteoarthritis, which ones may have a protective effect and if you are in a physically demanding job, what can you do to …

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Reframing pain for osteoarthritis with A/Prof Tasha Stanton 35:26

2y ago35:26

35:26

On this week's episode we discuss reframing pain in the context of osteoarthritis. The purpose of today’s conversation is to help you reconceptualise what pain means and shift the dialogue from pain being solely a marker of tissue damage and discusses the nervous system adaptations that occur as pain persists. Further we discuss education programs …

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