On this episode of the HANDS ON/HANDS OFF Podcast, Jimmy McKay sits down with Damian Keter, a clinician and researcher at the VA, to explore the intersection of research and practice in chronic pain care. Damian shares his experiences working with veterans, the unique challenges they face, and how person-centered care and manual therapy fit into their treatment plans.

00:00:00 Introduction: Damian Keter on HANDS ON/HANDS OFF
00:00:11 Balancing Roles: Clinician and Researcher at the VA
00:02:00 Understanding the Value and Limitations of Evidence
00:03:19 Contextual Factors in Pain and Manual Therapy Outcomes
00:05:14 Chronic Pain in Veterans: Unique Challenges and Solutions
00:08:35 Interdisciplinary Care and the Role of Manual Therapy
00:09:28 Translating Research into Clinical Practice
00:10:58 Future Trends in Pain Science and Manual Therapy Education
00:12:13 Parting Shot: Embracing Open-Mindedness

Topics Covered:

Balancing dual roles as a clinician and researcher.
The influence of contextual factors on pain and treatment outcomes.
Manual therapy’s evolving role in chronic pain care.
Translating pain science research into actionable strategies for clinicians.
Future trends in pain science and manual therapy education.
💡 Key Takeaway: Embracing evidence and exploring perspectives outside your own is essential for growth in clinical practice and research.

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