How To Increase Patient Adherence To Exercise

Published: Oct. 5, 2023, 8 a.m.

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How do you increase patient compliance with their exercise program?\\xa0

This can be very frustrating for both the therapist and the patient.\\xa0

In this shortie episode, Erica discusses how she helps keep her patients on track with their movement program.\\xa0

She often says, "If it\'s not trialed, then the chances of your patient doing the exercise are reduced at least 10-fold."\\xa0

What is the goal of exercise?\\xa0

Ultimately, it\'s about training the brain and optimizing movement.\\xa0

You need to get the patient to "buy in". What will they buy into? Results. Plan and simple.\\xa0

Some of the best results come from a team effort. Establishing a collaboration with your patient and increasing self-efficacy will get them where they need to go.

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A glance at this episode:

  • [1:16] Patient compliance and adherence in therapy

  • [4:28] Exercises for persistent pain patients

  • [8:16] Patient adherence to home exercises and individualized treatment approaches

  • [10:56] Active involvement in exercise programs for better patient outcomes

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