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Revolutionizing Shoulder Pain: Jeremy Lewis' Insights on Manual Therapy, Lifestyle, and Future Treatment

October 01, 2024

In this episode, we dive deep into shoulder pain management with world-renowned expert Jeremy Lewis. Jeremy discusses the evolving landscape of manual therapy, lifestyle modifications, and the future of shoulder rehabilitation. Explore his thought-provoking ideas on how musculoskeletal care should be more holistic and evidence-based. Learn why rotator cuff-related shoulder pain demands more than exercise and manual therapy, and why lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and smoking can make or break a patient's recovery. Jeremy also touches on the exciting future of using virtual reality to manage shoulder problems, offering a glimpse into cutting-edge rehabilitation techniques.


Key Points Discussed:

  • The shift in understanding shoulder pain: Moving away from structural explanations to holistic care.
  • The role of manual therapy in shoulder pain management and its future in clinical practice.
  • The impact of lifestyle factors (sleep, nutrition, smoking) on shoulder rehabilitation outcomes.
  • How virtual reality is shaping the future of shoulder pain management and rehabilitation.
  • Insights into the latest research on shoulder pain and its management.

Special Guest:

Jeremy Lewis, Professor of Musculoskeletal Research and Rehabilitation