Physio:logical!

It is tempting to blindly trust research papers, but how reliable are they in fact? In this episode our ATW students and physiotherapists Janina, Melanie and Jule examine the challenges of designing and undertaking reliable clinical studies. Source: Grenier, J. P., Thiel, A. (2025). Evaluating Manual Therapy in Musculoskeletal Pain: Why Certain Trial Designs May Overestimate Effectiveness - A Scop...

S4 E6 You rethink Pain Pain: we know it – we feel it – but do we truly understand it? Tom Frankenstein, from the University of Lübeck, aims to answer this question. During the research symposium, he spoke about spatial summation of pain, a hitherto unresearched topic. We had the privilege of listening to the session and we'd like to give you a quick overview of this phenomenon. Don’t be shy – Just...

As future physiotherapists, we (Mika, Ilka and Paula) want to actively shape where our profession is heading, especially in terms of working conditions. In today’s episode, you will learn what New Work is, why it is needed in physiotherapy and how it can be implemented effectively. We also refer to the abstract of Nadine Schlesinger’s Master’s thesis, which provides the scientific background for t...

Physios Dominik, Jonathan and Mia examine Dr. Jean-Pascal Grenier's research into the way low back pain is presented on Austrian healthcare websites. Additionally, they introduce the German national care guidelines on non-specific low back pain. References: Grenier, J. P., & Thiel, A. (2025). Low Back Pain Information on Austrian Healthcare Websites: Often Inaccurate, Biomedically Oriented...

In this episode, inspired by the Research Symposium, physios Charlotte, Lisa and Emma discuss the physiotherapy school system in Germany and present new learning strategies. Find out how we can reshape the future in physio!

Does less pain equal more movement after knee arthroplasty? The answer might surprise you! In this episode our ATW students and physiotherapists Sarah, Johann and Lennard explore physical activity after total knee arthroplasty and its influencing factors. References Activity, M. P. (2020, 25. November). WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour. https://www.who.int/publications/i...

Advancing technology offers many opportunities to improve the quality of physiotherapy training. In this episode our ATW physiotherapists Giuliana, Sarah and Jonny discuss the use of AI as it revolutionizes physiotherapy training.

This November we are hosting the German Society for Physiotherapy Science's 9th Symposium. Our students will be taking a look at some of the latest ideas in physiotherapy and sharing them with a global audience.

In the last of the current series, HSB ATW physios Luca, Paula and Mats take a look at the professional physio training which they completed before matriculation at HSB. To what extent did it make them fit for practice ? How was the step from theory to practice and taking on the assessment of real patients? In the modern discipline of physiotherapy, what could be usefully added or changed? Physio:...

In this episode Evelina, Melina and Matthis talk about their time at the physio school. How was it? What did they expect? And finally, how was the exam?

Have you ever wondered whether people should exercise when pregnant and if so, how much? In this episode we'll check out the topic of physical activity during pregnancy and explore the potential benefits that regular exercise can offer. Stay tuned! The following references will allow you to do some background reading if you like: 1. G. Teuchert-Noodt et al. (2009). “Mütterliches Verhalten währen...

Does the menstrual cycle influence sport performance? In this episode Aileen, Janine, Johanna and Lukas talk about the latest evidence concerning this question. A must-listen for trainers, physiotherapists and people with menstrual cycles. The following sources may be useful for some follow-up reading: - Association Règles Élémentaires (2020): Le Coup de Sang d'Estelle Nze Minko. Association Règle...

ATW physios Jan, Phillip, Josy and Janina get to grips with a common but often underestimated injury. As both competitive athletes and qualified physios, they offer some recommendations on the best ways to achieve a full recovery. Stay tuned!

ATW physios Sebastian, Arthur and Raphael take a look at posture. If you'd like to catch up on the references to which they refer in this podcast, the following links may be useful: Arthur 1. Carini et al (2017) "Posture and posturology, anatomical and physiological profiles: overview and current state of art"  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6166197/#abstract1 2. Schlumberger et al (2006...

In this episode, ATW physios Valeria, Anne and Sharif look at the effects of a positive mental attitude and how this attitude influences the therapy with the patient. How can the positive attitude of either patient or therapist help to relieve the pain? We based our research on: The Role of Positive Affect in Pain and its Treatment Patrick H Finan et al, published in the Clinical Journal of Pain....

Sometimes people are living a very active life when they are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease . How should they react? In the final podcast of the current season, Emma, Kimberly and Joanna discuss treatment perspectives and take a look at the physiological basis of the disease. Physio:logical will be back for season three in November. We hope you enjoyed listening to season two as much as we...

Have you ever torn your cruciate ligament? We are going to talk about the possibilities and differences in the treatment of professional and amateur athletes and the steps back to your sport.  Greta, Kati, Lea and Nadja

Out nooooooow! In our new podcast episode, we will discuss the potential outcome of physiotherapy and the impact of the relationship between therapist and patient. Enjoy!

Tammo, Jonah, Sofia and Marcelo compare different international educational models for physiotherapy.

We take a look at something familiar to everyone: pain. What IS pain exactly and what is its function?

Marit, Anna, Fine and Jacky clear up some clichés about physiotherapy.

You have never played tennis but your doctor diagnosed you with tennis elbow? You are a therapist and don't know how to treat your patient? Joana, Keno and Nina are going to shed some light on the basic information, treatment options and exercises regarding lateral epicondylitis aka tennis elbow.

Lack of movement and the consequences for children. How much are children moving? . Jenni, Charly, Jana and Pia take a look at the  World Health Organisation  recommendations for movement and some current numbers. We also interview physiotherapists and an osteopath to give you an insight into their work with children. How can you recognize a lack of movement and how can you change it? 

Have you ever torn your cruciate ligament? We are going to talk about the possibilities and differences in the treatment of professional and amateur athletes and the steps back to your sport. See you soon! Greta, Kati, Lea and Nadja

Coming sooooooon! In our new podcast episode we will discuss the potential outcome of physiotherapy and the impact of the relationship between therapist and patient.