Meeting The Body Where The Back Is At

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06/26/24 • 43 min

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

In this week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast, join me as I talk about practical tips and insights for managing back pain. Some highlights from the episode include understanding the body’s protective response to pain, using pharmaceuticals for back pain relief, respecting the body’s natural protective mechanisms, and improving sensory information & reflexive core stability. These tips not only come from my professional experience but also my personal experience dealing with chronic back pain and eventually back surgery. I’m positive you’ll find valuable tips for treating back pain and the importance of meeting the body with kindness during flare-ups.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Episode 18: Lessons From My Back Surgery- Part 1
Episode 19: Lessons From My Back Surgery- Part 2
Episode 20: Reflexive Core Stability: Lessons From My Back Surgery - Part 3
Episode 23: Cranial Nerves- More Than Assessment For Concussions
Blog Post: Lessons I Learned From My Back Surgery
Blog Post: Prop It Like It's Hot- Why Props Should Be Your BFF
Blog Post: Rock Mats To Revitalize Your Sole
Upcoming In-Person LTAP Courses
LTAP Level 1 in San Diego, November 2024
LTAP Level 1 in Boston, October 2024

Considering the viscera as a source of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is a great way to ensure a more true whole body approach to care, however it can be a bit overwhelming on where to start, which is exactly why I created the Visceral Referral Cheat Sheet. This FREE download will help you to learn the most common visceral referral patterns affecting the musculoskeletal system. Download it at www.unrealresultspod.com

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Ego-Free Healing: Learning A New Paradigm In Patient Care

In this week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I reflect on the LTAP Level 1 course that I taught in Washington, D.C. this past weekend. If you didn’t know, the LTAP is a paradigm assessment that I created over my 20 years of practice that helps you shift your focus from more of a traditional orthopedic approach to a whole-organism approach. In the episode, I go over the course structure and breakdown, the importance of feeling versus thinking during assessments & treatments, and the paradigm shift you truly need to help you get the best results for your clients. I hope you enjoy this episode and join me in one of the upcoming in-person LTAP courses!
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
Episode 60: LTAP Core Beliefs
LTAP Level 1 in San Diego, November 2024
LTAP Level 1 in Boston, October 2024

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In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I am taking a clip all the way back from season 1 episode 12, Rest Postures vs. Mobility vs. Stretching. In this specific episode, I highlight insights from Philip Beach’s work that emphasizes floor-based rest postures along with sensory input can improve overall function and mobility. I also talk about the value of making rest postures feel genuinely restful through the use of props, thus facilitating increased mobility without the discomfort often associated with traditional stretching. I hope as fellow healthcare practitioners, you’re encouraged to consider how safety and sensory input play a crucial role in effective movement therapy and rehab.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Episode 12: Rest Posture vs. Mobility vs. Stretching
Philip Beach's Book, 'Muscles and Meridians'
Blog Post: Rest Postures
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Upcoming In-Person LTAP Courses
LTAP Level 1 in San Diego, November 2024
LTAP Level 1 in Boston, October 2024

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers - Meeting The Body Where The Back Is At

Transcript

Anna Hartman: Hey there, and welcome. I'm Anna Hartman, and this is Unreal Results, a podcast where I help you get better outcomes and gain the confidence that you can help anyone, even the most complex cases. Join me as I teach about the influence of the visceral organs and the nervous system on movement, pain, and injuries, all while shifting the paradigm of what whole body assessment and treatment really looks like.

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