Talking Through a Painful Shoulder

Talking Rehab with Dr. Fred Bagares

In this episode of the Talking Rehab Podcast, Dr. Fred Bagares dives into the intricate world of shoulder pain and recovery. Using a real-life patient case, he explores why symptoms can linger, the role of degenerative changes, and the importance of setting realistic expectations.

Discover actionable insights on:

• Understanding shoulder pain with age-related findings.
• The balance between non-surgical and surgical treatment options.
• How timelines and individual goals influence recovery strategies.

Whether you're a clinician or someone dealing with shoulder pain, this episode will help you rethink approaches to healing and rehabilitation.

Timestamps:

• [00:00 - 00:01] What is rehabilitation?
• [00:02 - 00:08] Meet Dr. Fred Bagares and the mission of Talking Rehab.
• [00:33 - 01:16] Case Study: A patient with lingering shoulder pain and no clear injury.
• [01:17 - 02:02] Why shoulder pain is challenging to diagnose.
• [02:03 - 02:57] Impingement syndrome and common MRI findings in older patients.
• [03:00 - 04:03] Partial thickness tears: When they matter and expected recovery timelines.
• [04:04 - 05:27] Non-surgical approaches: Physical therapy, injections, and watchful waiting.
• [05:28 - 06:52] The impact of age on recovery timelines and degenerative changes.
• [07:00 - 09:00] Surgical considerations: Timing, patient priorities, and the role of decompression procedures.
• [09:01 - 10:03] Balancing patient goals with clinical guidelines: A focus on individual timelines.
• [10:04 - 11:42] The importance of setting realistic expectations for patients.

If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe to the Talking Rehab Podcast for more insights into musculoskeletal medicine and rehabilitation. Have questions or topics you’d like covered? Reach out to Dr. Bagares—we’d love to hear from you!

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