Physio Network

In this Episode, Dr Kieran Richardson discusses the updated evidence on surgical vs conservative management of ACL tears. We explore what best practice is currently and how to make that decision with your patients. We then jump into some new evidence about ACL healing and what this could mean for both clinicians and patients. Dr. Kieran Richardson (FACP) is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiothera...

In this episode, Dr Travis Pollen gives us a run down of the history of screening going back to the FMS and SMFA. He covers what we have learned since and what he feels was valuable from the process, what we can discard and how we can approach it clinically in the present day. Dr Pollen is a personal trainer who has obtained his PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (Drexel University). He also holds a M...

In this episode Paul brings together knowledge from all the best health professionals he has followed and his own readings to give us 5 concise tips, with practical examples, on tackling longstanding pain. Paul qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2008 and immediately plunged into the world of persistent pain, initially working in a GP practice in Fulham, London before moving to a senior role in the...

In this Episode with Dr Mark Bishop, we explore the mechanisms of manual therapy and why it might be important to understand these in the treatment of our patients. We also discuss manual therapy as a collaborative treatment approach to increase the patient's buy-in to your treatment.  Mark Bishop is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Florida and...

In this episode with Lars, we explore the errors of assuming what we are measuring is due to our intervention. We also delve into the quote “outcome measures measure outcomes not interventions.” Lars is a Physiotherapist, writer, internationally acclaimed lecturer, teacher, and personal trainer. He has a unique blend of knowledge about pain research, neuroscience, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, ev...

In this Episode with Dr Henrik Riel we discuss the terminology of “plantar fasciitis” and “plantar fasciopathy”. We also discuss whether there is inflammation involved in “plantar fasciitis”, whether it matters and the impact this should have on our recommended treatment for our patients. Dr Henrik Riel, PhD, is a physiotherapist, postdoctoral researcher at Aalborg University, Denmark, and lecture...

In this episode with Kellie, we discuss the findings from her recent study on rowers with low back pain published in BJSM in 2021. We cover the definition of athletic low back pain, the prevalence, risk factors and how to unload the athlete. We also compare risk factors for athletic low back pain in athletes to the general population and discuss how these differences may affect patient management....

In this Episode Dr. Ben Fung discusses all things Burnout. We start with exploring the definition and then answering the question, ‘does money matter?’. We then cover employer and employee responsibilities and how to have open and honest conversations. Lastly, we touch on some practical and pragmatic tips. Ben was a Physical Therapist in the USA and now runs his own clinic as well as co-founding U...

In this episode Gráinne shares with us the often erroneous thought that the 6 week check up is all that is needed for postpartum women to return to exercise. She shares her beliefs and some tips about screening postpartum women for the everyday musculoskeletal private practice clinicians. Gráinne Donnelly is an Advanced Physiotherapist in pelvic health and an aspiring researcher. Want to learn mor...

In this episode Emma Brockwell takes us through the best current guidelines for exercise during pregnancy.  Emma Brockwell is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She is passionate about pre and postnatal rehabilitation and exercise and specialises in enabling women back to exercise, particularly running and netball. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Emma Brockwell and Gráinne Donnelly r...

In this episode with Greg, he shares a personal injury story about his own journey with frozen shoulder and low back pain. This allows us to explore some of Greg's beliefs and approaches towards treating patients with both of these conditions and how the BPS model comes into their treatment. Then we discuss if and when biomechanics matter and his thoughts on the matter as well as the tricky s...

In this episode, Dr Chris Bleakley discusses how he assesses and rehabilitates ankles following a sprain. He introduces the concept of ankle sprains never being simple, and gives some key tips to help clinicians not to miss the slow or complicated ankle sprain. He had some key insights about being more specific with our testing and how to know when someone is ready to return to sport. Dr Chris Ble...

In this episode with Dr Jill Cook, we explore the tendon continuum model and the pathophysiology of tendons according to current research. We then delve deeper into what is clinically relevant and how we might prescribe rehabilitation for a real case. Jill challenges us on the notion of not just loading a tendon heavy and slow, and has practical tips around measuring load, not just pain.  Dr Jill...

In this episode with Julia we explore an evidence-based approach to diagnosing cervical radiculopathy through the findings of 2 papers which looked at the patient interview, clinical tests, and upper limb tension tests.  Check out Julia’s reviews of these 2 papers here (or in the app if you're a subscriber): -Patient interview items and clinical tests: https://bit.ly/3nKwvES -Upper limb neuro...

In this episode Jarod covers the initial research that led to clinicians being more aware of the impact of our language and words on patient outcomes. He also goes deeper on practical strategies on how to get patient buy-in and nudge patient beliefs. Jarod Hall is a physio, clinic director, adjunct assistant faculty member, and regular lecturer on managing complex patients with a simple approach r...

In this episode Jared shares with us how the evidence and narrative around shoulder pain has shifted in the last 5-10 years. We unpack the term ‘subacromial impingement’ and explore if that is still a relevant diagnosis according to current research. He also shares with us how his subjective and objective assessments have changed for clients with shoulder pain over time. Jared is an experienced mu...

In this episode Adam defines robustness, resilience and reliance and their relevance to both you and your patients within the clinic. He also discusses practical strategies for managing all 3 of these issues within your Physiotherapy consultations with specifics on rebooking with your patients and those difficult conversations regarding pain science. The Sports Physio website and social media prof...

In this episode Robin gives us a wonderful history of the definitions, research and applications of stability training vs general exercises for people with low back pain. Robin covers the research from the 80’s to present day and how the narrative has moved and changed, sometimes correctly and sometimes incorrectly. Robin Kerr is an Australian trained physiotherapist with post graduate training in...

In this episode we explore the physical exercise guidelines, barriers, benefits and how we are performing as health professionals with exercise prescription. Dr Jane Thornton discusses the latest research in relation to the current exercise prescription principles, specifically through the WHO guidelines.  Dr. Thornton is a Clinician Scientist specialising in long-term athlete health, female athle...

In this episode we spoke to Dr. Sinéad Holden about the diagnosis, prognosis and management of knee pain in adolescents. She particularly covered Osgood-Schlatters disease or OSD and differential diagnosis from patellofemoral pain. We discussed the role of imaging in diagnosis of OSD and common findings of imaging with OSD as well as factors which may lead to pain later on in adulthood. Dr. Sinéad...

In this episode Ian Gatt discusses why pain lingers in hands and wrists and how to approach these injuries in the clinic. We covered diagnosis, prognosis, imaging and using updated frameworks and narratives to this often overlooked area in physiotherapy. Ian is the Head of Performance & Lead Physiotherapist for GB Boxing, with 20+ years of experience in a variety of sports. He is an Upper Limb...

In this episode Amy Arundale covers subjective, objective and exercise based criteria to return someone to running post ACL reconstruction. We also covered traditional concepts like limb symmetry index but also more novel ideas like the “quiet knee” and screening for movement quality. Dr. Amy Arundale (PhD) is a researcher and an experienced sports physical therapist, having most recently worked w...

On today's episode we explore hip pathologies and definitions around CAM morphology, pincer and FAI with Dr. Andrea Mosler. We covered the diagnosis, signs and symptoms of each and what to do about them. We also explored what the literature is showing us around reducing groin pain for athletes by implementing strengthening protocols. Dr. Andrea Mosler is a specialist sports physiotherapist an...

In this episode Jo Gibson speaks to the latest evidence on shoulders and why our assessment and treatment of shoulders has changed. She shares practical pearls on how she now assesses the shoulder and the words Jo uses that are more in line with an updated narrative.  Jo Gibson is a Clinical Physiotherapy Specialist at the Liverpool Upper Limb Unit based at the Royal Liverpool Hospital, UK. She le...

On today’s episode we talked to Tom Jesson about defining and diagnosing radicular pain. Radicular pain is a relatively common condition encountered in clinical practice, however there is still a lot of confusion surrounding it. Hopefully this episode will clear up some of that confusion.  Tom Jesson is a physiotherapist with extensive experience in musculoskeletal primary care and chronic pain. H...