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Mar 2024
45m 59s

Beyond Overmedicalization: Rethinking Pa...

MODERN PAIN CARE
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Simon Kelly discusses his journey as a healthcare professional and his exploration of the role of physiotherapy in pain management. He questions the necessity of physiotherapy for every individual and the challenges of building a virtual practice. Simon also delves into the limitations of the biomedical model of medicine and the need for a more holistic approach.


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