4: Objective Assessments and Elephants In The Room

In this episode, Andy Fata-Chan and Grace Schwemmer discuss various aspects of clinical practice, focusing on objective interviews, assessment techniques, and the importance of communication in patient interactions. They explore the role of manual therapy, gait assessment, and the significance of understanding joint positioning and mobility. The conversation emphasizes the need for effective communication during assessments and the importance of training alongside manual therapy to achieve optimal patient outcomes.00:00 Introduction and Language Learning02:38 Objective Interviews in Clinical Practice05:15 Assessment Techniques and Special Tests08:08 The Importance of Communication in Assessments11:15 Manual Therapy and Its Role13:59 Gait Assessment and Movement Patterns16:49 Understanding Joint Positioning and Mobility19:53 Clinical Pearls and Practical Insights22:47 Creating a Window of Opportunity with Manual Therapy25:23 Final Thoughts and ResourcesIf you want to learn more about what we do at Moment, look at our links below!Follow Grace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grace_schwemmer_dpt/ Follow Andy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andyfatachan/Learn with our team: https://www.moment-education.com/Get our free resources: https://www.moment-education.com/resourcesSign up for our seminars: https://www.moment-education.com/moment-foundationsInterested in joining Moment Mentorship? All you have to do is DM us on Instagram(https://www.instagram.com/moment.education/) with 'MENTORSHIP POD' and our team will chat with you to give you more information.