Dr. Tom Walters is an orthopedic physical therapist, author, and the face of the wildly popular Rehab Science Instagram and Youtube channels.
In this episode, he reflects on some of the most common questions surrounding regarding pain, injury, exercise, and treatment.
Tom also talks about:
-What exactly physical therapy is and how it compares to other types of treatment
-His thoughts on chiropractors, CBD/THC gel, and stretching
-His advice for Brandon as he manages chronic back pain
-The role of the placebo effect when treating pain
-Whether running 15-20 miles per week is bad for you
-Adjusting your step cadence to run pain-free
-Rucking for cardio and core exercise
-His
new book outlining 30 rehab programs that treat the 50 most common types of pain
-Getting your blood work done to detect nutrient deficiencies
-Limiting beliefs he's had to overcome as on his journey as an influencer and entrepreneur
-The habits, books, and people that have changed his life
Tom's charitable cause:
The
Makai Foundation, a volunteer-driven charity focused on rebuilding Maui after the deadly wildfires of 2023.
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