Joining us in this episode is Greg Lehman, a physiotherapist, chiropractor, educator, who is also involved in research. Greg also has his masters of science in spine biomechanics from the University of Waterloo. His current projects of note include his continuing education course reconciling biomechanics with pain science and his latest project “OA Optimism” which can be found at oaoptimism.com. He is well respected in both the clinical and academic fields, is a walking, talking, encyclopedia when it comes to research, and offers a very level perspective on many of the debates within the world of musculoskeletal healthcare.

Throughout our conversation, we jump across a number of different topics, but with a consistent underlying theme. Critical thinking, questioning, and being able to know what we don’t know. We chat about some limitations in research in regards to knee valgus and adduction, understanding the role of EMG in biomechanical studies, his interpretation of the relevance of posture, and movement and loading of the spine while lifting or doing activities. He also brings the MSK world together by discussing the similarities between differing clinical approaches and how we can use these to simplify and improve our clinical approach.

Website: http://www.greglehman.ca/

OA Optimism: https://www.oaoptimism.com/