Episode 14: Beyond the Bone: Navigating Joint Health



Join host Bryan Bibbo as he sits down with Trevor Murray, MD, Assistant Professor of Surgery for the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, who specializes in lower extremity joint replacements. Together, they discuss their shared passion for helping others, advancements in joint replacement technologies, as well as the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle for joint health. Tune in to hear practical advice on prevention, treatment options, and the profound difference a dedicated healthcare professional can make in improving patients’ quality of life.

Key topics discussed:

  • Murray’s Orthopedic Surgery Background: Trevor Murray discusses his unique journey into the field of orthopedic surgery, tracing back to his interest in athletics and desire to help people, at a young age.
  • Murray’s Extensive Training: Murray sheds light on the rigorous and lengthy process of becoming an orthopedic surgeon.
  • Advances in Joint Replacement Technology and Practices: Murray details how technological advancements have significantly increased the lifespan of hip replacements.
  • Activities To Maintain Joint Health: Emphasizing the multifactorial nature of joint health, Murray highlights the critical role of maintaining a healthy weight and engaging in low-impact exercises as preventive measures to stave off the need for joint replacement surgery.
  • Post-Surgical Recovery and Rehabilitation: Murray emphasized the importance of early mobilization, physical therapy focused on range of motion initially and then strength and endurance, and the overall timeline for achieving peak outcomes.
  • Addressing Fears and Misconceptions About Surgery: Murray debunks the adage of delaying surgery as long as possible and instead focusing on the patient’s quality of life and symptom severity.

Learn how understanding your body and incorporating proactive holistic health habits can lead to a richer, more productive life.