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To Cut or Not to Cut: Where Do We Stand With Surgery and MSK Conditions?

presented by Phil Plisky, PT, DSc, OCS, ATC, CSCS and Alexis Wright, PT, PhD, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

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Financial: Alexis Wright receives compensation from MedBridge for this course.

Nonfinancial: Alexis Wright has no competing nonfinancial interests or relationships with regard to the content presented in this course.

Financial: Phil Plisky is an equity partner for Functional Movement Systems. He receives compensation from MedBridge for this course.

Nonfinancial: Phil Plisky has no competing nonfinancial interests or relationships with regard to the content presented in this course.

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Audio Runtime: 45 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 7 Minutes

Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 5: To Cut or Not to Cut: Where Do We Stand With Surgery and MSK Conditions?
Join Phil Plisky and Alexis Wright in an insightful episode examining the latest research on surgical versus conservative treatments for musculoskeletal conditions. Lexie discusses the alarming increase in surgeries and emphasizes the critical role of top-notch rehabilitation as an initial treatment strategy. Tune in to understand the nuances of patient education, therapy efficacy, and practical approaches to guide clinical decisions.

Learning Objectives
  • Interpret the evidence around outcomes regarding common surgical procedures
  • Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address the decision-making process regarding conservative versus surgical care
  • Solve patient case scenarios involving conservative versus surgical care decisions
This is an audio-only course. Additional materials are available for download within the course. To receive continuing education credit, complete the course and the accompanying quiz.

Meet Your Instructors

Phil Plisky, PT, DSc, OCS, ATC, CSCS

Dr. Phil Plisky is a professor in the University of Evansville's Doctor of Physical Therapy and PhD in Health Professions Education programs. He is the host of the MedBridge Rehab and Performance Lab podcast and founder of the Coaches Club at PhilPlisky.com. Dr. Plisky's mission is to transform the rehabilitation and performance professions through education,…

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Alexis Wright, PT, PhD, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

Alexis A. Wright serves as professor and program director for the Tufts DPT Boston program. Wright has been invested in DPT education since 2011. She was recognized as a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists in 2011 and achieved APTA board-certified orthopedic specialization in 2015. Wright is also a 2019 graduate…

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Chapters & Learning Objectives

1. To Cut or Not to Cut: Where Do We Stand With Surgery and MSK Conditions?

Join Phil Plisky and Alexis Wright in an insightful episode examining the latest research on surgical versus conservative treatments for musculoskeletal conditions.

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