2023 Nadler/PASSOR Awards-Session Presentation

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In this lecture, the speaker discusses the role of physiatry in the future of precision musculoskeletal (MSK) medicine. They highlight the importance of measuring physical performance in addition to traditional subjective measures like pain and function. The speaker explains that using wearable devices and sensors, such as accelerometers, can provide objective data on a person's real-world physical activity and help identify patterns and biomarkers of disease. This allows for a more precise understanding of an individual's condition and can lead to more tailored treatment plans. The speaker emphasizes the need to move beyond just descriptive analytics and towards diagnostic and predictive analytics using these objective measurements. They also discuss the potential of using technology, such as apps and wearables, to monitor and manage chronic conditions. The speaker concludes by stressing the importance of physiatrists in driving innovation in the healthcare space and the need for collaboration between clinicians and technology experts to develop effective solutions. They express excitement for the future of precision MSK medicine and the opportunities for improving patient care.

Keywords

physiatry

precision musculoskeletal medicine

physical performance

wearable devices

objective data

biomarkers of disease

tailored treatment plans

collaboration