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Rotator cuff troubles - video presentation

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Shoulder problems are the second most common work-related musculoskeletal problem. Here's an overview of rotator cuff conditions and the most common causes.

The opiate trap

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

The use of opiates in chronic pain cases should be carefully monitored. Patients need a high level of support and a good understanding of treatment options.

Back to the past

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Back pain flare-ups are a normal part of recovery. In fact, there's a 50% chance it can occur.

The terrible two: UNDER-use and OVER-care

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Have you ever wondered why some musculoskeletal injuries don't resolve as quickly as they should?

Making the most of a referral for pain management

contributorBronnie Thompson

A doctor may recommended a person attend pain management – what does this mean and how do you make the most of it?

Things have gotta change: back pain and why our thinking is all wrong

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

When it comes to back pain, we don't have the right vocabulary - and we need it. The right words can inform the correct way of thinking.

Tests vs. Symptoms - which wins?

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Is it useful to know the pathology of a wrinkle? Do scans help people with back pain? Does knowing have an impact on recovery?

Superdoc (8) - Back pain and the 'fear avoidance model'

contributorSuperDoc

Our Superhero Superdoc is back on back pain and the importance of not being afraid of it. Fear causes worse outcomes.

Superdoc (7) - Fighting fear and back pain

contributorSuperDoc

Fear and back pain are a destructive combination - our local superhero talks about why this is the case.

SuperDoc (6) - Issues around causation

contributorSuperDoc

SuperDoc takes a look at the issues surrounding work causation ... and the funny questions people ask superheroes.

Musculoskeletal conditions: Part one - a primer

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Musculoskeletal disorders are a leading cause of compensated injury, but what exactly are they?

Webinar: Back Pain and return to work

contributorDr Mary Wyatt

Back pain accounts for a large proportion of injury claims, and a higher proportion of long term disability. Medical issues are important, but how the workplace deals with the employee has a greater impact on outcomes.

10 steps for getting relaxed about stress

contributorTom Barton

We look at 10 ways to deal with the stress of chronic pain.

Chronic disease snapshot

contributorGabrielle Lis

In Australia and globally, preventable chronic diseases are on the rise. What does this mean for employers?