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Physical Therapy: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
GBU S2:E2 Is pain science the new snake oil?
In this episode, we dive headfirst into one of the most controversial debates in modern physical therapy: has pain science gone too far? Once hailed as a groundbreaking shift in patient care, pain neuroscience education has become a staple in clinics—but is it actually helping, or just replacing one dogma with another?
We explore the origins of pain science, its role in dismantling outdated biomechanical models, and the growing concern that it's now being misapplied or oversimplified—sometimes at the expense of real, hands-on therapy. Join us as we unpack the evidence, the hype, and the hard questions no one wants to ask.
Is pain science a revolution… or just the latest placebo?
🔎 Topics include:
- The rise of the "it's all in your brain" model
- Why some therapists feel betrayed by the promise of pain education
- How to integrate pain science without ignoring tissue damage
- When does helpful education become harmful minimization?
Whether you're a clinician, student, or a curious patient—this one will challenge everything you think you know about pain.
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