23: Patient Communication During Flare-Ups, How To Navigate Them Together

23: Patient Communication During Flare-Ups, How To Navigate Them Together

From The Moment Education Podcast by Dr. Grace Schwemmer and Dr. Andy Fata-Chan

February 26, 2026 · 29 min

About this episode

Dr. Andy Fata-Chan and Dr. Grace Schwemmer discuss strategies for managing flare-ups in rehabilitation with a focus on empathy and communication.

In this episode, Dr. Andy Fata-Chan and Dr. Grace Schwemmer share practical strategies for managing flare-ups in rehabilitation, emphasizing empathy, communication, and systematic progress. They explore how to support clients through setbacks, set realistic expectations, and maintain confidence in the rehab process. 00:00 Introduction 00:55 The Importance of Humor and Light Moments 01:46 Understanding Flare-Ups in Rehab 02:40 Creating the Empathy Sandwich 03:54 Four-Step Process for Client Su...

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Hosts: Dr. Andy Fata-Chan, Dr. Grace Schwemmer

Topics covered

  • patient communication
  • flare-ups
  • rehabilitation
  • empathy
  • client support

Keywords

  • flare-ups
  • rehabilitation
  • empathy
  • communication
  • client support

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