In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, Doctors of Physical Therapy, delve into the complexities of chronic low back pain. They discuss the latest research on both acute and chronic low back pain, emphasizing the need for individualized treatment plans. The hosts highlight the importance of exercise, the powerful role of mindset, patient-provider relationships, and supportive environments in managing chronic low back pain. They stress that recovery is a gradual, personalized process, caution against one-size-fits-all solutions, and encourage listeners to remain consistent, address psychological factors, and seek professional guidance for lasting improvement.

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What You'll Learn

02:47 Discussion on how common and costly low back pain is, and the dangers of one-size-fits-all solutions.

04:00 Emphasis on the need for individualized approaches and skepticism toward exclusive treatment claims.

07:00 Explanation of the timeframes and definitions for acute, subacute, and chronic low back pain.

09:05 Importance of contextual factors—expectations, relationships, environment—in pain reduction and recovery.

11:53 How patient-provider relationships and belief in treatment impact outcomes, especially for chronic pain.

15:07 Encouragement to remain open to new approaches and persist through setbacks in chronic pain recovery.

17:31 Study findings on optimal exercise load (MET minutes) and the benefits of consistent, appropriate exercise.

20:19 Research on effective session lengths, program duration, and the benefits of tai chi for chronic pain.

26:14 Consistency, adherence, and...

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Doctor Dom welcome wellness expert Liz Plosser to discuss practical strategies for health at every stage of life. They explore topics like nutrition, strength training, hydration, and how to make healthy choices accessible. Liz shares insights on protein intake, building sustainable nutrition habits, and navigating midlife changes, especially for women. The conversation blends science-backed advice with personal stories, emphasizing small, joyful steps toward optimal health, the importance of social connection, body love, and the value of self-compassion in creating lasting, positive health routines. Throughout the episode, nutrition is highlighted as a key component in supporting overall well-being and long-term vitality.

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In this Optimal Body Podcast episode, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, both Doctors of Physical Therapy, explore the science and clinical relevance of myofascial trains—continuous myofascial networks in the body. They discuss fascia’s anatomy, its role in movement and pain, and the impact of manual therapies like myofascial release. Emphasizing the nervous system’s influence, they caution against oversimplifying myofascial connections and advocate for individualized, evidence-based approaches. The hosts also review research on sling-based training, highlighting its benefits and limitations, and encourage listeners to integrate both manual and exercise therapies for optimal health and pain relief.

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02:04 Introduction to myofascial trains/slings, their popularity, and the concept of fascial connectivity.

03:12 Explanation of fascia as a continuous tissue, its anatomical connections, and the theory behind force transmission.

04:59 Brief discussion on the importance of hydration and electrolytes for fascia health, with a sponsor mention.

06:18 Discussion of anatomical evidence for fascial continuity, cadaver dissections, and the limitations of anatomical studies.

09:31 Review of research on force transmission through fascia, differences between cadaver and living subjects, and individual variability.

12:41 Exploration of how fascial connections relate to pain...

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