PT Pro Talk Ep. 185 - From Mechanics to Neuroimmune Insights: Evolving Perspectives on Nerve-Related Pain with Dan Pilderwasser
💭“I decide to use a neurodynamic approach when I can reproduce, during the neurodynamic test, totally or partially, the patient’s original symptoms.” - Dan Pilderwasser
👉🏻Dan G. Pilderwasser, PT, DO (Osteopathy) is a physiotherapist and educator with over 45 years of clinical experience, specializing in neurodynamics and manual therapy. He is a Clinical Neurodynamics Instructor (NDS Australia, Michael Shacklock), a Mulligan Concept Accredited Teacher, and the Director of Physioscience Clinic.
Practicing since 1979, Dan holds a postgraduate qualification in osteopathy (DO), with an extensive background in postural re-education, neurophysiology, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. He has trained internationally, including courses in Bobath, PNF, nerve mobilization techniques with David Butler, neurodynamics with Michael Shacklock, and peripheral nerve manipulation with Jean-Pierre Barral.
He is also the President of the South American regional MCTA® and has contributed to advancing clinical education in neurodynamics and manual therapy across Latin America.
📚You will learn about:
How to differentiate musculoskeletal vs nerve problems
Recognizing key types of nerve dysfunction
How our understanding has evolved from a mechanical to neuroimmune perspective
Practical tips on ULNTs and nerve-mobilization techniques
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