Don't Panic with a Plateau
What do we do when a patient just isn't getting better? When they feel frustrated? Or when we don't understand why they aren't making more progress?
These plateaus can be a major challenge in our clinical practice. They make us feel insecure, defensive, or like we're just guessing.
In this 'sode we go through how to examine a plateau and how to respond (not react!) for the best patient outcomes.
Three tips for dealing with plateaus:
Plateaus aren't necessarily bad! They can be expected and also give us more time to implement long-term strategies to benefit the patient's overall health.
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