Summary In this conversation, Dr. Ryan Whelton discusses innovative pain management techniques, focusing on SLAP tears and their diagnosis. He emphasizes the importance of patient communication and understanding their experiences to improve diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Whelton shares effective treatment strategies, including myofascial methods and the potential of PRP and stem cell therapies. He advocates for a patient-centered approach in physical therapy, highlighting the need to listen to patients and adapt treatment plans accordingly. The conversation concludes with Dr. Whelton's mission to alleviate suffering through education and innovative practices in physical therapy. Takeaways

• The best way to diagnose this is you look them right in the eyes.
• Patients know what's wrong with them.
• You can oftentimes get to a diagnosis without even imaging.
• I have never seen somebody that was like, yeah, thank God I did physical therapy.
• The patient knows and they are more accurate.
• You have to listen to them.
• My goal is to relieve as much suffering in this world as I can.
• Innovative approaches like PRP and stem cell therapy show promise.
• Effective communication with patients is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Dr. Whelton teaches clinicians how to achieve exceptional results as seen in his online courses and peer-reviewed publications on his website wheltonmethods.com. DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational purposes only and intended for licensed healthcare professionals. It does not constitute medical advice or guarantee results. Always seek proper evaluation by a qualified provider. Patient shown with full consent.