Why "Failed Standard of Care" Is the Wrong Diagnosis - And How it Harms Patients

Why "Failed Standard of Care" Is the Wrong Diagnosis - And How it Harms Patientsby: Dr. Tammy PenhollowPublished on: 30/01/2026

Discover why labeling patients as having "failed standard of care" can be misleading, harmful, and unproductive. Learn how reframing this idea can lead to better outcomes in musculoskeletal medicine and beyond.

Why "Failed Standard of Care" Is the Wrong Diagnosis - And How it Harms Patients