Aug 20, 20206 minBooksWhy Books are the Greatest MentorsOur perspectives and learning are limited by the amount we read “Employ your time in improving yourself by other men’s writings so that...
Aug 18, 20206 minHealth and FitnessHow Exercise Can Fight Depression and AnxietyPhysical therapy can have a monumental impact on a person’s life. Often these benefits on in the physical realm, such as strength, power,...
Aug 16, 202013 minHealth MisinformationIs a placebo effect good or bad?Understanding the influence of placebo and nocebo in clinical practice Ok, so this one is a little longer than previous posts. If you...
Aug 14, 202010 minHealth MisinformationWhat we are often taught about pain is wrongTo put it bluntly, pain sticks. Unfortunately, the myths about pain can make the experience even worse.
Aug 14, 20207 minHealth MisinformationWhat is Pain and Why Do We Feel It?Chronic pain is more prevalent than ever, yet our understanding of it is still poor. This post will provide a basic understanding of pain.
Aug 13, 20208 minProfessional GrowthAre you meeting the expectations of your patients - your treatment success depends on it?Understanding and assessing patient expectations is a skill to develop. It can have significant impacts on treatment compliance and outcomes
Aug 12, 20208 minProfessional GrowthYou Must Tame the Advice MonsterWhile many forms of education are beneficial, we will struggle immensely if we expect patients to cling to every word we utter.
Jul 28, 20206 minProfessional GrowthHow bias influences the way we treat patients. Perspectives from the US and UK.It is imperative to know how to use the information we are given and how to navigate cognitive traps.
Jul 22, 202010 minProfessional GrowthOur Cognitive Bias is Ruining Patient Outcomes DataHow do we know if we are providing high-quality care? Outcome tools can help answer the question, but cognitive biases can get in the way.