Whelton Methods For Extraordinary Clinical Results
Whelton Methods For Extraordinary Clinical Results
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Dr. Whelton is a physical therapist, inventor and renown teacher. He teaches how he gets approximately 99% of his patients out of pain immediately and approximately 99% of his patients better.
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The show focuses on a range of topics related to pain management, including treatment methodologies for chronic pain, the significance of the SI joint in back pain, and the importance of patient education, with episodes that spotlight Dr. Whelton's unique techniques and perspectives on understanding chronic pain.
Dr. Whelton is a physical therapist, inventor and renown teacher. He teaches how he gets approximately 99% of his patients out of pain immediately and approximately 99% of his patients better.
Summary In this conversation, Dr. Ryan Whelton discusses the complexities of SI joint dysfunction, emphasizing the importance of understanding its root causes and effective treatment protocols. He shares personal experiences from his clinic, highlighting the challenges faced by patients who have often failed traditional medical interventions. Dr. Whelton also introduces innovative techniques for diagnosing and treating SI joint issues, advocating for a more hands-on approach in physical therapy. He concludes by discussing his online courses and mentoring programs aimed at empowering other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.
Takeaways
- The root cause of SI joint dysfunction is an upslip and/or out flare of the pelvis as shown in 12 patients in his SI published paper
- Dr. Whelton has developed protocols that may yield immediate pain relief for patients.
- Many patients have failed traditional medical treatments before seeking help.
- SI joint dysfunction can cause a variety of symptoms, including radiculopathy and foot drop.
- Effective treatment requires understanding the mechanical issues at play.
- Strengthening the right side may crucial for addressing SI joint dysfunction/sacral torsion
- Dr. Whelton emphasizes the importance of persistence in treatment.
- Innovative techniques can simplify the diagnosis of SI joint dysfunction.
- The medical system often overlooks mechanical issues, may lead to unnecessary surgeries.
- Dr. Whelton offers online courses and mentoring to help other professionals improve their practice.
Dr. Whelton teaches clinicians how to achieve exceptional results as seen in his online courses and publications on his website wheltonmethods.com. DISCLAIMER: The Whelton Methods® are intended for licensed healthcare professionals for educational purposes only. The content does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The methods and opinions expressed are based on clinical experience and do not guarantee specific outcomes. Individual responses to treatment may vary. Always consult appropriate medical literature and licensing guidelines before applying new methods in clinical practice.
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