In this thought-provoking episode of Simply Robust, the Elevate PT crew tackles a heavy but necessary question: Are physical therapists accidentally creating more fear than function? From textbook dogma and underwhelming education to clinical confirmation bias and fear-driven treatment plans, the team dives deep into how PTs—often with good intentions—can contribute to patient fear, underperformance, and even long-term dysfunction.We explore:How outdated PT education can breed uncertainty and risk aversionWhy new grads may be overconfident or paralyzed by clinical decision-makingThe dangerous ripple effect of “playing it safe” in both diagnosis and prescriptionPractical strategies to promote patient resilience without overstepping or under-dosingThe critical importance of being confident in what it is not—even if you don’t know exactly what it isIf you're a clinician, student, or just passionate about better care, this episode will challenge your thinking and (hopefully) your fear.

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