The Concast

On this week's episode I discuss the Loch Ness monster of back pain, the SI joint.  This joint is often the scapegoat for many cases of back pain, but how often does it truly play a role? Today I'll lend my thoughts on how I see this joint and instances where I think it may be the culprit.  Do you suffer from SI joint pain? What are some things you've done to help you along the way? Comment below...

Heel pain may be one of the most common things I see in the clinic. Having worked with the running community for years it is a regular part of my practice. Over the years I've seen a trend that often all foot and heel pain being described as "plantar fasciitis". On today's episode we talk about some of the sources of why you may be experiencing foot and heel pain. Did this episode make you think t...

During this episode I discuss an interesting case I had in the office. It brought up a question I ask myself regularly.  How important are x-rays and MRIs? Furthermore, when is surgery the only option that remains for a finding that may be on an image? I attempt to provide insight during the week's episode.  Have you had an image that led to you having surgery ? If yes, how was the outcome? Commen...

I am not sure I can think of a more difficult thing to treat than frozen shoulder.  Often the pain and stiffness drastically affects sleep, work and activities of daily living.  During this episode I discuss common theories about the cause of frozen shoulder and my thoughts on how to manage it.  Have you had frozen shoulder ? If so, what helped you get back on track? We'll see you in the next one...

For the longest time I didn't understand what truly motivated me.  I often blindly followed others without reflecting on the various of elements of motivation and how they relate to the goals we establishing in life.  During this episode I talk about simple steps I've taken that have help me tremendously.  What have you found has helped motivate you? Do you ever question the path you are on ? Comm...

Reiki claims to alter life force energy. While this claim is often met with criticism is there a more scientific means by which reiki may be explained and understood? During this episode I provide my thoughts on proposed mechanisms by which non-touch reiki and distance reiki may work. Do you perform reiki treatments or have you received one?  If so, do you think it matters that we attempt to expla...

One of the most common questions I get is, "should I stretch?" During this episode we discuss the two most common types of stretching, their proposed benefits and negative consequences as well as the utility of stretching overall.  Do you have a regular stretching routine? If so, what does it entail ? Thanks for listening and we'll see you in the next one!

During this episode I discuss my experience leading up to my first day back at work. I'll cover what we did in our business as well as some irrational fears about returning.  How has your experience been? What things have helped you return to work smoothly and safely? I'd love to know! We'll see you in the next one!

Fractures are a tricky little (or big) injury! Sometimes they are straight forward and obvious, while other times they can be complex and ambiguous. There are many different classifications and subtypes of fractures. During this episode we cover the various types of bony injuries and fractures. Have you fractured something before? If so, what? How long did it take to heal?

During this episode I have a discussion around some of the most common types of headache.  Headache is very prevalent and can happen for a multitude of reasons. What's important is understanding the headache type and what treatments may benefit a particular presentation.  Are you a headache sufferer? If so, what has helped you overcome them? *Episode Resource* The International Classification of H...

The use of CBD oils, creams and lotions is popular in the therapy industry.  From sales within clinics to patients, to them filling racks at trade shows, I've seen them everywhere. Sparked by curiosity I wanted to find out what the research says about the use of transdermal CBD specifically and if these topicals serve any therapeutic benefit whatsoever.  Have a listen to this week's episode to fin...

We could all use a little meditation in our lives. While the potential benefits are plenty, the intervention is simple. We are also beginning to understand more in depth what meditation does to the brain as well as the body.  Listen to this week's episode to find out more.  Do you have a mediation practice? If yes, what are you doing in this moment? Comment below. We'll see you in the next one!

Failure. It's a part of our lives and it can hurt.  Beneath the hurt there lies opportunity. Opportunity to learn, grow and ultimately succeed.  Is failure a regular part of the pages in your story ? If so, do you see failure as negative or positive? Listen to this week's episode to find out my perspective. I really enjoyed recording this one! We'll see you in the next one!

Trigger points are one of the most controversial topics in the world of manual therapy. Do they exist? How should we treat them if they do? Do having them make you part of the illuminati ? This list goes on.  During this episode I go back to the original trigger point text by Travell & Simmons and lend my thoughts.  Do you think the elusive trigger point exists? Comment below. We'll see you in...

This is a topic I was quite unfamiliar with when I began researching this podcast.  I was admittedly shocked and saddened by the statistics. I think it's important open up the conversation around violence and concussion in general.  What else can be done? Please comment below or share this episode to spread awareness.  Resources   https://www.womenatthecentre.com/initiatives/ipv-tbi/ http://www.ab...

During this episode I discuss what a contraindication is as well as common myths pertaining to common practices around patient modifications. Do you agree that we should be taking a more evidence based approach to how we communicate patient modifications? Comment below I'd love to know.  We'll see you in the next one!

One of, if not, the most common injury in the lower body is an ankle sprain.  During this episode we discuss the 3 major types of ankle sprains, ankle sprain grading and some common thoughts around rehabilitation.  How many times have you sprained your ankle?  What has worked for you along the way? We'll see ya in the next one!

Shoulder pain, while complex, is really a result of one thing - a loss of stability and reactivity.  Regardless of the source of the pain often correcting these patterns will lead to patient success.  What are your favourite go-to exercises for the shoulder right now ? Enjoy your day. We'll see you in the next one!

The world is a stressful place right now.  During this episode I discuss what's happening in our bodies when we feel negative stress or anxiety.  I also discuss what I find works for me when managing my own stress day-to-day.  What are you doing to help stay positive and manage stress during this difficult time? We'll see you in the next one!

During this episode we discuss concussions in kids and things I consider during an appointment with a child.   Visit www.canchild.ca to learn more.  Did you learn anything new from this episode ? We'll see you in the next one !

The nervous system is an incredibly complex system.  During this episode I try and simplify my approach to neurological injuries.  I will be the first to say these injuries are more complex than this episode discusses.  Do you approach your initial thought process the same way ? We'll see you in the next one !

Injuries to the meniscus are often thought as a primary cause of knee pain.  During this episode I discuss how I navigate this often tricky injury.  I hope this episode has created new questions to ask the next time you come across a suspected meniscal injury.  Do you think surgery to this structure is over performed? We'll see you in the next one !

Movement may be the most important thing we have.  During this episode I discuss the importance of movement while aging. Are you going to start the 30 for 30 challenge?  My hope is that this episode encourages you to start moving.   We'll see you in the next one !

Mid back pain is one of the most common ailments for people to experience.   During this episode I explain how I work through cases of mid back pain.   How do you think we could do a better job of managing mid back pain?  Be sure to check out Robert Libbey's work at www.lastsite.ca.   We'll see you in the next one!

Achilles tendon injuries are often painful, frustrating and stubborn to manage. During this episode I discuss strategies that I use and consider that have been helpful for me clinically. What are you finding helpful in your clinical practice? Researchers who's work to check out: Peter Mallerias, Karen Silbernagal, Hakan Alfredson What researchers are you currently following for tendon injuries?  W...