This week Dr. Pablo Castañeda speaks with Laura Rutterford, a physical therapist based in the United Kingdom.
This is a so-called crossover podcast, as she also has a podcast called Help for Hip Dysplasia, which I highly encourage you to check out.
Today, Laura shares her journey with hip dysplasia, which inspired her to become a physical therapist. This is not uncommon in the world of hip dysplasia; people who have been affected often become strong advocates.
They talk about her treatment approach and the importance of collaborative care.
They discussed screening programs and the inadequacy of many of these
They consider the rationale and basis for physical therapy in helping patients with hip dysplasia
She clarifies some misconceptions surrounding physical therapy
They talk about an individualized approach but also standardizing treatment to have a greater reach worldwide
They discuss potential areas for future research and improvement in the field and emerging trends.