Peak RFP Podcast

Send a text Caleb and Luke welcome the first Peak patient into the podcast!  Jeff underwent a bilateral knee replacement with Dr. Randy Meredith and talks about his experience prior to and throughout his rehab course.  We know you've got some good questions and Jeff provides some great patient-centered answers.  Check it out! www. Peakrehabfitperform.com

Send a text This episode Caleb and Luke talk about dosing your physical therapy treatment.  How hard should you be pushing?  How frequent should you be exercising?  Are you exercising enough at home or not enough?  This episode is pertinent to all patients that have had surgical intervention as well as those dealing with non-surgical issues.   More is not always better - sometimes it is.... tune i...

Send a text Caleb and Luke are back to discuss "starting well" after your knee replacement surgery.  The first three weeks are a critical time for the patient, the knee is PAINFUL with poor mobility and soft tissue swelling as leading factors inhibiting progress.  How can the patient get these important first three weeks correct and set them up for success?  Tune in and find out.   Do yo...

Send a text Luke and Caleb discuss rehab within the first 6 weeks after shoulder replacement surgery.  Both types of shoulder replacement procedures are discussed (Anatomic and Reverse) as well as your keys to success in those important first  6 weeks.  Let's get those shoulders moving!

Send a text This episode Luke welcomes in Dr. Doug Phillips, Legend Orthopedics, Augusta, GA to discuss the differences between an anatomic shoulder replacement and a reverse shoulder replacement.  What are the differences and why would a surgeon do a Reverse vs a standard anatomic replacement?  What are the typical follow up appointments look like for the patient and what should they expect?  Tun...

Send a text This episode Luke and Caleb are talking what to expect from your RCR rehab in the first six weeks after surgery.  Typically, you are still in a sling and are beginning to work on gentle passive range-of-motion (ROM) to get that shoulder moving in order to reduce pain and improve healing.  Check out this episode to hear from Luke and Caleb on what you can expect in your first six weeks...

Send a text This episode Caleb and Luke are discussing rehabilitation ideas and activities during the second six weeks after Rotator Cuff Repair (RCR).  This phase (POW #6-12) is often referred to as the "strengthening phase" as we begin to add strengthening exercises into your program.  Keys continue to be improving range-of-motion, decreasing pain, and improving functional activities t...

Send a text This episode Luke talks RCR post-surgery weeks #0-6 with Dr. Randy Meredith, Legend Orthopedics.  How long do I wear this sling?  What does the progression look like through the first 6 weeks after surgery?  Why is sleeping so painful?  Tune in and get some answers!

Send a text Luke and Dr. Meredith discuss the surgical and rehab considerations of weeks 6-12 after Rotator Cuff surgery.  Specifically, we talk about beginning the strengthening phase after surgery as well as what you can expect as you get out of your sling.  Do I still have some soreness and pain?  When can I play golf?  Lots of questions - tune in and get some answers.

Send a text Luke and Caleb discuss non-surgical shoulder pain- commonly categorized as bursitis, tendonitis,  and rotator cuff impingement.  These are all common diagnoses but the key is not the tissue that is inflamed or painful but what do we do about it?  Tune and here how Luke and Caleb evaluate and manage these common shoulder conditions.

Send a text Join Luke as he welcomes Dr. Randy Meredith, Legend Orthopedics, to the show to discuss the why's and the how's of rotator cuff repair.  What's the typical procedure with a RCR? What should I expect with/after the surgery?  Tune in and find out!

Send a text This episode Caleb and Luke will begin a multi-part series focusing on one of the most common orthopedic surgical procedures:  Rotator Cuff Repair.  Join us as we discuss wearing a sling, utilizing passive range-of-motion, and other useful information tidbits to help you before and after your rotator cuff repair.   Got questions about Rotator Cuff Repair?  Email Caleb at Caleb@Peakreha...

Send a text This episode Luke and Dr. Meredith talk post-operatively about what the patient can expect after a Total Hip Replacement utilizing the direct anterior approach.  Important points include how much pain and swelling to expect as well as guidance for walking and returning to normal daily activities.  Check it out!

Send a text This episode Caleb, Luke, and our newest Peak podcaster, Aaron Dowling PT, DPT, talk Mechanical Low Back Pain (MLBP).  MLBP is one of the most common, most misunderstood, most frequently difficult to manage conditions patients and physical therapists experience.  How should we think about imaging findings?  Xrays, MRIs, lots of "patho-anatomical" information can be present wi...

Send a text This episode Luke and Vann begin the ACL series and are talking ACL graft, fixation, ligamentization, and incorporation.  When is the ACL graft the strongest?  When is the fixation of the graft into the bone the strongest?  When can I start to push strength and increase my athletic movements and rehab?  Check out this episode and stay tuned for more episodes with Luke and Vann talking...

Send a text This episode Luke welcomes Dr. Randy Meredith back to Peak Rehab to discuss some of your most common questions after your total knee replacement.  Is it normal for my knee to make some noise?  Why does the outside of me knee feel a bit numb?  When can I kneel on my knee? Check this episode out and get those questions answered!   Got questions?  Contact Luke at Luke@PeakRehabfitperform....

Send a text This episode Luke and Caleb discuss some principles to optimize your running gait.   What are some important concepts to keep in mind when you are running?  Run quiet, run quick, run straight...check it out. Got questions for the Peak RFP Podcast?  Email Caleb@Peakrehabfitperform.com

Send a text Luke and Caleb talk plantar fascitis and generalized foot and heel pain.  What does the plantar fascia do?  Do I have muscles in my foot?  Do I have to do core exercises to help my foot pain...you know the answer to that!   Got questions?  Email Caleb at Caleb@Peakrehabfitperform.com

Send a text This episode we talk about what to expect when you are having a knee arthroscopy.  Emphasis points continue to be the need for good post-operative rehab to improve your knee range-of-motion and strength.  Luke and Dr. Meredith discuss the indications for a knee scope as well as what you can expect as it regards pain, swelling, and mobility.   Have questions?  Contact Luke Heusel at Pea...

Send a text This episode Caleb and Luke catch up with Dr. Meredith, Legend Orthopedics, to discuss hip pain and some common misconceptions about pain that originates from the hip joint or from other regions of the body, specifically the lumbar spine.  Hip bothering you? Check out this episode and keep it moving!

Send a text This episode Caleb and Luke talk Total Hip Replacement with Dr. Randy Meredith, Legend Orthopedics.  What are the indications for hip replacement and what are the different approaches to surgery?  What is the Direct Anterior Approach?  Check it out!

Send a text This episode we talk "dry needling" with Dr. Marie Hartney, PT, OCS of Peak Rehabilitation, Fitness, and Performance.  What is dry needling, what types of diagnoses are we using TDN with, and what type of symptoms may I experience?  Tune in and find out.  

Send a text This episode Luke and Caleb talk about some common areas in the runner that are consistent complaints to include knee pain, foot pain, and hip pain.  Emphasis points continue to be core strengthening for the runner and understanding the interdependent nature of the foot to the trunk when running.  Check it out.  

Send a text This episode we welcome in Dr. Vann Jordan, PT, OCS, Peak Rehab, Fitness, and Performance to the podcast to discuss the primary importance of the core, "the gut and the butt," to enable movement success.  Key points include the ability to generate central body or proximal stiffness in the trunk and pelvis to allow for the generation of power and speed as well as preventing in...

Send a text This episode is the final in our Total Knee Replacement series.  Luke and Dr. Meredith discuss what to expect during post-op weeks #6-12 as well as what to expect when you return to work and normal recreational activities through that first year after surgery.  Keep up your good work!