Lee Schneider

Physiotherapy is becoming more psychologically-informed and this is a good thing.

However, the common overlap of pain, anxiety, depression and past-trauma often means that if we are to address the psychological-contributors without psych-input we are venturing beyond our scope.

Does the SI joint move? If it does, is this movement clinically meaningful? My understanding was no to these questions though it has been challenged recently.

@PeteOSullivanPT @NSaraceniPhysio
@GregLehman

Recommended papers to read in this space?

Monday bias challenge:

Shear force at the joint could be the ticket to osteoarthritis development and global contributors (smoking, weight etc) more likely impact repair mechanisms.

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Calling all rheumatology physios!

Considering this as a specialty area as I’ve been seeing a number of patients in outpatient musc with dx AS and other rheum conditions. Find it very interesting.

What are some challenges/perks of working in this space that you’ve found?

Perk 2 of public health (at least for me and where I'm working).

Multidisciplinary team, all located on the same ward, all vying for the same outcome.