In episode 6 of season 6 of Inside the Science we’re highlighting the study, “Exploring indicators of extremity pain of spinal source as identified by Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT): a secondary analysis of a prospective cohort study” with Mr Ravi Rastogi. He explains the context of this follow up study from the original EXPOSS study from 2019, a closer look at the questions and physical exam findings which were gathered as potential as predictors of the source of symptoms being from the spine versus the extremities, how he interprets and uses this paper, the clinical implications and the big takeaways.
Season 5, Episode 15 with Ian Harris: Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy: did it ever work?
In episode 15 of season 5 of Inside the Science we’re highlighting the study, “Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy: did it ever work?” with Dr. Ian Harris. He explains a bit of the history behind partial meniscectomy, the faulty thinking of its ability to cause a good outcome from its beginning, what systematic reviews on this topic have consistently shown, his thoughts on the those who would propose they have an effective selection process to favorably impact the results, the clinical implications and the big takeaways.
Season 4, Episode 12 with Joe Maccio: Directional preference of the wrist: a preliminary investigation
In episode 12 of season 4, we’re highlighting the study, “Directional preference of the extremity: a preliminary investigation” with Dr Joe Maccio. In the full discussion, you’ll hear Dr Maccio further explain what data was measured and gathered, what were the most associated findings linked to those with a directional preference and therefore classified as derangement, some data regarding movement targeted at the thoracic spine, the specific implications and the big takeaways. You can subscribe to the premium version at www.mechanicalcareforum.com