Episode 013. Hospitality, Healthcare, and Desensitizing the Nervous System with Dr. Dave Melchiorri PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

Our first guest! Dr. Dave Melchiorri PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT discusses the importance of activity modifications early in rehab to reduce exposure to pain experiences and minimize nociceptive sensitization. The importance of how we communicate modifications to empower people to heal themselves rather than instilling fear avoidance behavior and dependency. Dr. Melchiorri discusses the Biopsychosocial & biomechanical continuum,  the importance of a solid mentor, The Hospitality Reflex, the difference between instruction & feedback, and how it all drives positive outcomes for our clients. He also gives his thoughts on the ratio of human connection & technical skill to deliver the best care possible.