Better with Brando

Better with Brando

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Better with Brando episodes

  • Ep 43: Expertise Over Orders
    Description:

    A patient wanted a different answer. His doctor wanted different exercises. But sometimes progress doesn’t come from a new plan — it comes from consistently doing what already works. In this episode, Brando talks about the difference between blindly following orders and seeking true expertise.

    Key Takeaways:

    • More exercises ≠ better outcomes
    • Consistency is often the missing ingredient
    • Expertise means adapting to the person, not just the prescription


      • Want expert guidance tailored to you? Visit kinesmovement.com

      2 min
    • Ep 42: Movement Is Medicine
      What if movement became more powerful than the things we usually rely on for pain relief?

      In this episode, Brando shares a story about a patient dealing with chronic foot pain and explains why movement, stretching, and consistency may be some of the most overlooked forms of medicine available.

      Sometimes the answer isn’t doing less.
      It’s learning how to move better throughout the day.


      Need help finding the right movement plan for your body?
      Visit  kinesmovement.com to book a consult.

      2 min
    • Ep 41: Proud Body
       

      A patient felt amazing after treatment… for about 36 hours.

      Then the pain came back.

      Why? Because treatment alone isn’t enough.

      In this episode, Brando talks about the relationship between recovery, responsibility, and the small daily habits that keep your body moving well long after the session ends.

      Your body works hard for you. The question is: what are you doing for it?


      Struggling to stay consistent with your exercises or recovery plan?
      Visit kinesmovement.com to book a consult.

      2 min
    • Ep 40: You're All Done... Keep Going!
       

      You finished physical therapy… now what?

      In this episode, Brando talks about one of the biggest mistakes people make after recovering from pain: stopping the very habits that helped them get better in the first place.

      Recovery doesn’t end when the appointments stop.

      If you’ve fallen off with your exercises, movement, or strength training, this episode is for you.

      CTA:
      Need help staying consistent with your movement and recovery?
      Visit  kinesmovement.com to book a consult.

      2 min
    • Ep 39: Reassurance In Rehab
      Reassurance in Rehab: Move Confidently

      Sometimes the biggest part of physical therapy isn’t just recovery — it’s reassurance. Brando discusses how fear and uncertainty can amplify pain, and why understanding what’s happening in your body can be incredibly powerful.

      In this episode:

      • Why reassurance matters in rehabilitation
      • Fear, uncertainty, and pain perception
      • A real-world hip pain example
      • Helping patients move with confidence
      • When clarity becomes part of treatment

        • Connect:

        kinesmovement.com

        2 min
      • Ep 38: Something's Gotta Change
        Episode 2 — Taking Ownership of Physical Therapy

        Brando shares a frustrating but important reality of rehab: getting expert guidance only works if you actually apply it. This episode explores the disconnect between seeking help and resisting the process needed for recovery.

        In this episode:

        • Why surgery alone doesn’t change habits
        • The importance of consistency in rehab
        • Using the tools and exercises you’re given
        • Why people sometimes ignore professional advice
        • Taking responsibility for long-term outcomes

          • Connect:

          kinesmovement.com

          3 min
        • Ep 37: What's Your Plan?
          Own Your Recovery Movement Plan

          Recovery doesn’t happen by waiting for permission. In this episode, Brando talks about fibromyalgia, movement, and why insurance timelines shouldn’t dictate your long-term health. Pain may still show up during recovery — but avoiding movement entirely can keep you stuck.

          In this episode:

          • Why movement can still matter even when you feel achy
          • The problem with waiting for “perfect timing”
          • Why ownership matters in recovery
          • Insurance timelines vs long-term health
          • Building independence through movement

            • Connect:

            kinesmovement.com

            2 min
          • Ep 36: Recovery Isn't Linear
            Episode: Recovery Isn’t Linear

            Description:
            Recovery can be frustrating—especially when you’ve improved, but not as quickly as you expected.

            In this episode, I talk about one of the hardest parts of rehab: understanding that healing doesn’t always move in a straight line. Sometimes symptoms fluctuate. Sometimes progress stalls. That doesn’t always mean treatment isn’t working.

            The key is learning when to keep going.

            Topics Covered:

            • Why recovery isn’t always linear
            • Pain vs progress
            • Unrealistic expectations during rehab
            • Why healing can sometimes feel messy before it improves
            •  

              • Need help figuring out whether you’re on the right track?
              Visit kinesmovement.com

              2 min
            • Ep 35: What Will You Do Without Me
              What Will You Do Without Me?

              Description:
              What happens if your therapist disappears tomorrow?

              In this episode, I talk about why physical therapy should build independence—not dependence. The goal isn’t for you to need me forever. The goal is for you to understand your body well enough to keep moving forward on your own.

              If your recovery only works when your therapist is in the room, something is missing.

              Topics Covered:

              • Why independence matters in rehab
              • The danger of becoming dependent on treatment
              • Building confidence outside the clinic
              • What good physical therapy should actually do


                • Need help building a plan you can actually sustain?
                Visit kinesmovement.com

                3 min
              • Ep 34: Your MRI Is Not The Problem

                Your MRI Is Not the Problem

                Description:
                An MRI report can sound scary—but not everything on it is dangerous.

                In this episode, I break down:

                • Why “tears” in muscles and tendons are often normal
                • How MRI findings get misinterpreted
                • Why stopping exercise can actually make pain worse

                  • If you’ve ever been told something alarming from imaging, this will change how you see it.


                  Book a consult: kinesmovement.com

                  4 min

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                Better with Brando is a solo podcast by movement visionary and physical therapist Brando Lakes.