How To Discuss Cauda Equina Syndrome With The Person In Front Of You with Rob Tyer

Cauda Equina Syndrome is a rare but very serious condition that can keep many clinicians awake at night. In this episode Ben speaks with Rob Tyer all about speaking with patients about Cauda Equina Syndrome (and other important topics) as shown below. Timeline: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:14 – Was It Hard For Rob To Transition From Taekwondo to Jiu Jitsu? 00:03:32 – How Does Rob Feel Taekwondo Has Changed Over The Years? 00:08:53 – What Made Rob So Interested In Cauda Equina Syndrome? 00:12:52 – Where Is The Right Environment For Further Tests If You Suspect Cauda Equina Syndrome? 00:17:32 – When Should You Ask The Cauda Equina Syndrome Screening Questions During A History Taking? 00:20:35 – How Should We Set-Up The Cauda Equina Screening Questions? 00:23:34 – Is There Any Advantage To Asking The Questions On A Screening Tool Prior To The Appointment? 00:24:55 – Is There A Way To Make Asking The Questions Feel Less Awkward? 00:28:25 – How To Ask About Bladder & Bowel Control Symptoms 00:32:25 – How To Ask About The Sensation Changes 00:35:08 – How To Ask About Altered Sexual Function 00:41:47  - How To Ask About Altered Gait/Balance/Drop Foot 00:45:11 – Do The Questions Need To Be Asked In An Order? 00:49:50 – How Should We “Safety-Net” Someone About Cauda Equina Syndrome? 01:03:22 – What Should You Say To Someone If You Feel They Should Go To A&E Due To Potential Cauda Equina Syndrome Symptoms? 01:12:23 – Rob’s Hardest Conversations 01:23:58 – What Did Rob Wish He Knew About Writing A Book Before He (And Tom) Wrote One? 01:29:23 – Rob’s Question For Ben   Link for Rob & Tom Jessons book, “Cauda Equina Syndrome: The MSK Clinicians Guide” – https://shop.tomjesson.com/products/cauda-equina-syndrome-the-msk-clinicians-guide You can find Rob on social media - @CombatSportPhys   You can find Ben on social media - @BWhybrowPhysio Do subscribe and get in contact if you have suggestions what would make this better.