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Defining Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy with Jason Silvernail

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In this conversation, Mark Kargela interviews Jason Silvernail about the definition and description of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT). They discuss the misconceptions and misunderstandings surrounding manual therapy and how OMPT differs from other forms of manual therapy. They also highlight the distinguishing characteristics of OMPT, including advanced subspecialty training, focus on clinical judgment, expertise in examination and treatment, and a patient-centered long-term mindset. The conversation emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice and the need for a nuanced understanding of OMPT. In this conversation, Jason Silvernail and Mark Kargela discuss the value and benefits of OMPT (Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy) fellowship training. They highlight the importance of clinical judgment and critical thinking in the practice of manual therapy. They address the misconception of elitism associated with advanced training and emphasize the need for accurate information and informed decision-making. The conversation provides insights into the distinguishing characteristics of OMPT and its role in providing high-quality, evidence-based care for patients.

Link to paper - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38457654/
Clinical reasoning paper in OMPT - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27470978/

Jason's website - https://jasonsilvernail.com
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**TIMESTAMPS**
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:56 Interview start
00:06:14 What prompted the paper?
00:12:31 Not checking out your brain
00:15:26 Is there a struggle wtih dated theory and methods?
00:18:26 Distinquishing characteristics of OMPT
00:22:08 Portrayal of manual therapy technique
00:26:22 Techniques where the least emphasized part of OMPT training
00:34:10 Elitism in manual therapy?
00:44:02 Challenges OMPT faces?

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