Dr. Kathryn Mills, a physiotherapist and senior lecturer, discusses her research on joint pain and osteoarthritis. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the heterogeneity of these conditions and the need for individualized treatment approaches. Dr. Mills explores the role of gait deviations and neuromuscular patterns in osteoarthritis, highlighting the influence of pain on movement patterns. She also discusses the challenges of managing pain in osteoarthritis and the potential benefits of strength training and plyometrics. Overall, Dr. Mills emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to managing osteoarthritis and improving pain outcomes. In this conversation, Kathryn Mills discusses various topics related to pain management, exercise behavior, and running. She emphasizes the importance of considering the patient's goals and preferences when developing a management plan. She also highlights the need to balance building strength and altering biomechanics in order to improve function. The conversation touches on the impact of knee crepitus on exercise behavior and the benefits of exercise frequency and intensity. The discussion also explores the role of barefoot running and the importance of transitioning gradually. Outside of her professional work, Kathryn enjoys running and playing the piano.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:18 Diverse Research Background

07:11 Interest in Osteoarthritis Research

10:20 Working Overseas and Research Differences

14:17 Gait Deviations in Osteoarthritis

19:07 Neuromuscular Patterns in Osteoarthritis

23:08 Implications for Strength Training and Plyometrics

25:19 EMG Analysis and Muscle Activation

26:09 Understanding the Impact of Pain on Muscle Activity

27:17 Balancing Strength and Biomechanics in Rehabilitation

30:41 Considering Patient Goals in Pain Management

34:17 Optimal Exercise Frequency and Intensity

41:23 Exploring the Role of Barefoot Running

44:12 Transitioning to Barefoot Running

52:14 Developing Sensory Skills for Manual Therapy

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