We are back with Part 2 of our deep dive into the signs of high-quality healthcare. If Part 1 was about setting the foundation (patient-centered care and red flags), Part 2 is about the process.

In this episode, We cover the final 7 points from the British Journal of Sports Medicine review. They explain why a 5-minute exam is a major red flag, why "feeling good" isn't a good enough measure of progress, and why blanket statements like "don't ever run again" are often just doctors covering their own assets.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• The "McDonald's vs. Steakhouse" Exam: Why a proper physical exam takes 30+ minutes, not 5.
• Outcome Measures: Why your provider should be tracking objective data (strength, range of motion, etc), not just asking "how does it feel?"
• Education vs. Dependence: Why a good provider teaches you to "fish" so you don't need them forever.
• The "Hardware vs. Software" Problem: Why surgery fixes the part, but rehab fixes the programming—and why skipping the latter leads to re-injury.
• Manual Therapy Myths: Why massage and adjustments are just a "window of opportunity" to do the real work.
• The "Don't Do That" Fallacy: A story about a client told never to bend down again, and why avoiding movement is often worse than the injury itself.

Disclaimer: Although we are healthcare providers, we are not YOUR healthcare provider. Content is for educational purposes only. Please consult your physician before making lifestyle changes.

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If you aren't in the military or an avid hiker, you might not be familiar with Rucking. But recently, this simple exercise—walking with a weighted pack—has been gaining attention from longevity experts like Dr. Peter Attia as a potential "super exercise".

In this solo Saturday episode, I dive into the research to explain why rucking is such a powerful tool for increasing VO2 max and building strength simultaneously. We cover the safety guidelines to protect your back, how to program your first 4 weeks, and why I love this tool for athletes bridging the gap between walking and running after an injury.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• What is Rucking? Defining the movement and why it pushes you into the "Zone 2" cardio sweet spot.
• The Safety Rules: A review of the Genitrini et al. study on load distribution—why you need a hip belt and why you shouldn't exceed 40% of your body weight.
• The 10% Rule: Where to start if you are a beginner (Hint: Start with just 10% of your body weight).
• Programming 101: Why you should only change one variable at a time (Duration, Weight, or Speed) to avoid injury.
• Rehab Applications: How to use rucking to rehab ACL injuries when you aren't cleared to run yet.
• Gear Check: Why you should probably ditch the running shoes for hiking shoes.

Resources Mentioned:

• Impact of Backpacks on Ergonomics: Biomechanical and Physiological Effects: A Narrative Review
• GoRuck: Beginner recommendations and standards.

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Disclaimer: Although we are healthcare providers, we are not YOUR healthcare provider. Content is for educational purposes only. Please consult your physician before making lifestyle changes.

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Have you ever walked into a doctor's office, spent five minutes with a provider, and walked out with a prescription but no real plan? In this episode, Mike and Michael break down exactly what you should look for when choosing a healthcare provider—and how to spot the bad ones.

Basing their discussion on a review from the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the hosts outline the first four pillars of high-quality musculoskeletal care. They discuss why "patient-centered care" is more than just a buzzword, how to identify red flags, and why getting an MRI might actually cause more confusion than clarity.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• The "BS Detector": How to tell if a clinician is actually listening to you or just following a generic protocol.
• Patient-Centered Care: Why your goals should dictate the treatment plan, not the doctor's bottom line.
• Red Flags: How providers should screen for serious issues (like fractures or infections) and when they need to refer you out.
• The Psychosocial Factor: Why your stress levels, history, and fear of pain matter just as much as the physical injury.
• The MRI Myth: Why radiological imaging is often discouraged for general pain and how it can lead to unnecessary surgeries. Mike explains why "just seeing what's going on" isn't always the best approach.

Resources Mentioned:

• Lin I, Wiles L, Waller R, Goucke R, Nagree Y, Gibberd M, Straker L, Maher CG, O'Sullivan PPB. What does best practice care for musculoskeletal pain look like? Eleven consistent recommendations from high-quality clinical practice guidelines: systematic review. Br J Sports Med. 2020 Jan;54(2):79-86. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2018-099878. Epub 2019 Mar 2. PMID: 30826805.

Disclaimer: Although we are healthcare providers, we are not YOUR healthcare provider. Content is for educational purposes only. Please consult your physician before making lifestyle changes.

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Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review and subscribe on YouTube! It helps us continue to bring you the best health insights so you can Go Fix Yourself.

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Michael Stant has also launched a weekly blog, Well-Informed. If interested in following. You can subscribe to the following link: https://wellinformed24.substack.com/