In episode 294 of the Mechanical Care Forum, we're continuing with Season 7. We're joined by Dr. Steven C Hayes. He's a professor of psychology, a researcher, and an author most noted for his expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We talk about ACT, what it is, the principles it's built on, and how we--as clinicians--can benefit from it too. This week on MCF!

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In episode 293 of the Mechanical Care Forum, we're continuing with Season 7. We conclude our conversation with professor David Hunter of Sydney Australia. He shares more on the failures of the current common treatment and care. And, he shares what he's an advocate for - a more active approach. Finally he offers helpful resources related to the data on osteoarthritis. This week on MCF!

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In episode 292 of the Mechanical Care Forum, we're continuing with Season 7. We're joined by professor David Hunter of Sydney Australia. He's an international authority on osteoarthritis and a strong proponent of more active and patient-involved approaches to care. He shares a bit on his professional journey including a personal story which influenced his professional direction, some impressive numbers related to the prevalence of osteoarthritis and the more common treatment and more. This week on MCF!

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In episode 291 of the Mechanical Care Forum, we're continuing our conversation with Todd Edelson of MontClair Physical Therapy discussing study groups. We'll talk more about topics which have been of interest with Todd's group members, what works best, what hasn't and some resources and motivation for you to begin your own group... This week on MCF!

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In episode 290 of the Mechanical Care Forum, I'm joined by Todd Edelson and we're discussing Study Groups. We talk about how he started doing them, what he's learned along the way, what works and why others should get involved in study groups too. This week on MCF!

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In episode 289 of the Mechanical Care Forum, we're re-airing part two of episode 88 with professor Tamar Pincus. She's a researcher of psychology and low back pain. We dive deeper into effective methods to identify when attitudes and beliefs are interfering with recovery, some valuable resources and scientific studies and more! This week on MCF!

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In episode 288 of the Mechanical Care Forum, we're re-airing part one of episode 88 with Professor Tamar Pincus of London, England. She's a researcher focusing her work on psychology of low back pain. She shares her work, a relevant quote, keys to effectively identify and assist patients who are psychologically affected by low back pain and more! This week on MCF!

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In episode 287 of the Mechanical Care Forum, I conclude my conversation with Mr. Peter Schoch and Mr. Mark Cheel. We further discuss the delivery of a proper mechanical exam in the emergency department. We also hear about an orthopedic and neurological screening as well as the local diploma practicum site there in Geelong, Australia. This week on MCF!

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In episode 286 of the Mechanical Care Forum, I'm joined by Peter Schoch and Mark Cheel of Geelong, Australia. They share their experience of applying a proper mechanical exam in the Emergency Department. How it's done and what it can do for that population of patients. This week on MCF!

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In episode 285 of the Mechanical Care Forum, I've got the conclusion of my interview with Michelle Miller, a mechanical assessment and treatment expert. She shares how she's delivering best care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions via Tele health and through in-home and in-workplace visits. This week on MCF!

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