<div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Our incredible bodies were designed to move, and with that, sometimes comes injury or overuse. If you want to recover optimally, physical therapy is an incredible tool that can help you not only restore strength and mobility but come back better than before.<br> <br></span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Today’s guest, Dan Swinscoe, is</span> <span>a physical therapist and strength and conditioning coach. Dan has over 30 years of experience helping folks move better. In his work, Dan creates customized programs that restore mobility, improve strength, and address the root cause of pain and limitation.<br> <br></span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Dan joins this episode of The Model Health Show for</span> <span>an enlightening conversation on rehabilitation,</span> <span>pain,</span> <span>and healing.</span> <span>You’re going to learn about identifying the root cause of injuries and how to build strength while healing. Dan is also going to address the nuances of relying on imaging as a diagnostic tool, how to understand what pain is, and how to get strong for life.  </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>In this episode you’ll discover:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>The history of</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>physical therapy</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>. (5:01)</span></span></li> <li><span>How hurt and harm differ. (6:13)</span></li> <li><span>The shocking truth</span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>about imaging and diagnosing the root cause of pain. (6:38)</span></span></li> <li><span>What MRIs should be used for. (</span><span>8:36</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>The connection between </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the hips and the spine</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>. (13:08)</span></span></li> <li><span>Why your discs are like a credit card. (13:31)</span></li> <li><span>What percentage of disc injuries improve without treatment. (15:36)</span></li> <li><span>How to fix your function</span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>to reduce or eliminate pain. (17:17)</span></span></li> <li><span>What specific rest is and how to implement it. (24:09)</span></li> <li><span>How </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>stress</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>can impact your level of pain. (27:06)</span></span></li> <li><span>Why mindset is an important part of building confidence after injury. (</span><span>39:51</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>Specific tips for </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>increasing function and range of motion</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>. (</span><span>41:49</span><span>) </span></span></li> <li><span>What muscle guarding is. (44:54)</span></li> <li><span>How to </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>use visualization as a healing tool</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>. (</span><span>52:36)</span></span></li> <li><span>The role </span><span>that</span> <span>diaphragmatic breathing</span> <span>plays</span> <span>in feeling better. (</span><span>55:05</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>Three fundamental human movements</span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>we should all engage in.</span> <span>(</span><span>1:10:14</span><span>)</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"> </span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Items mentioned in this episode include:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><a href="https://themodelhealthshow.com/beekeepers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Beekeepersnaturals.com/model</span></span></a> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span> - Save up to 30% on natural remedies!</span></span></li> <li><a href="https://themodelhealthshow.com/paleovalley" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Paleovalley.com/model</span></span></a><span> </span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>- Use code </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>MOD