Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 5: To Cut or Not to Cut: Where Do We Stand With Surgery and MSK Conditions?

Join Phil Plisky and Alexis Wright in an insightful episode examining the latest research on surgical versus conservative treatments for musculoskeletal conditions. Lexie discusses the alarming increase in surgeries and emphasizes the critical role of top-notch rehabilitation as an initial treatment strategy. Tune in to understand the nuances of patient education, therapy efficacy, and practical approaches to guide clinical decisions.

Learning Objectives

• Interpret the evidence around outcomes regarding common surgical procedures
• Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address the decision-making process regarding conservative versus surgical care
• Solve patient case scenarios involving conservative versus surgical care decisions

Timestamps

• (00:00:00) Welcome
• (00:00:59) Introduction to guest
• (00:03:57) Why this clinical question?
• (00:04:22) What’s the evidence and application?
• (00:37:07) Three main takeaways

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