June 21, 2025

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THPP S2 E6 - Shorts - The Lockdown Pain Paradox: Why Some People Improved Without Treatment.

When COVID-19 shut the world down, physiotherapy clinics closed, appointments were cancelled — and yet, some people with chronic pain felt better. In this episode of The Honest Physio Podcast, Simon Ford explores the surprising impact of lockdown on MSK pain.

Why did some patients improve without hands-on treatment? What does this reveal about the real drivers of recovery — from stress and sleep to movement confidence and mindset?

This myth-busting episode breaks down:

What actually happened during lockdown for MSK patients
Why some improved and others worsened
What this taught us about modern physiotherapy
Honest clinical reflections from the frontline

🎙️ Whether you're a clinician, patient, or just curious about pain science — this one's for you.
📲 Listen, reflect, and join the conversation.

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