The Prehab Podcast

In this episode, Dillon and Craig discuss setting up systems to reach New Year's Resolutions! Just writing a goal is not enough, we need to create sustainable systems that make the goal achievable. How to form new habits? Can we change our identity through action? How do we set up new routines? How to keeps our brains, that seek rewards, on track to reach the long term outcome? All of this and mor...

In this episode, Dillon, Arash, Craig, and Mike reflect back on 2020 and update listeners with what's brewing in the new building. Then the discussion shifts into goal setting. How do we set realistic goals? What's the difference between goals and values? How do we reach goals in the next year? These questions answered here in this episode!!!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Link to Learn About [P]Reha...

In this episode, Dillon and Dr. Alland discuss the role of nonsurgical orthopedic docs in sports and his experience going through physical therapy after a surgery. Then we dive into the main discussion of the day centered around concussion. What is a concussion? What causes a concussion? How is impact related to the risk of concussion?   Rule changes have been made at the professional level to dec...

  In this episode, Dillon, Kelly, and Taryn discuss the fundamentals to Olympic Weightlifting! Have you considered Olympic weightlifting but not sure where to begin? Let's decrease that fear by answering; What is Olympic Weightlifting? Is Olympic lifting safe to do? What are the benefits of Olympic Lifting? If you are an experienced Olympic Weightlifter this episode will provide you with drills an...

In this episode, Dillon and Dr. Michael Breus, The Sleep Doctor, discuss how to improve sleep quality during stressful times such as the current pandemic. Dr. Breus answers how much should we sleep per night? Is it about quality or quantity? What is a chronotype and how do we utilize it to improve sleep? Are sleep apps on smart phones accurate? All of this and more answered on this episode! Michae...

In this episode, Dillon and Dr. McElheny aka Dr. Kat, discuss early sports specialization vs long term athletic development models for youth athletes! Which model leads to greater likelihood of becoming an elite athlete? What are the risks/benefits of specializing early?   Dr. Kathryn McElheny is an Assistant Attending Physician at HSS. She is fellowship-trained and board certified in sports medic...

In this episode, Dillon and Taryn discuss everything Dry Needling! What is Dry Needling? How is it different than acupuncture? What are the risk vs benefits? Is dry needling effective? What's the research say and what's the clinical use? All of this and more answered in this episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Guest:   Learn More About Taryn Everett, PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L1, CNC   Read Article: "What...

In this episode, Dillon and Tommy talk all about stretching! Static stretching has been a staple in fitness and recovery programs for years but could there be urban myths surrounding the true effectiveness of stretching? Does stretching prevent injury? Does it improve performance? When should we be stretching? All of this and more answered on this episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Guest:   Lear...

In this episode, Dillon and Arash talk about marketing strategies with expert Neil Patel! What are different strategies you can use to target local vs global audiences? What is the best platform to market on? What's the most undervalued platform for marketing today? How will marketing strategies change in the next year? All of this and more answered here!!!     Neil Patel is a New York Times Bests...

In this episode, [P]Rehab team has a boys night with Dillon, Sherif, and Tommy to answer questions that have been submitted! What causes lower back stiffness in the morning? Should you do mobility exercises with hip osteoarthritis? For PT students, how do you choose to do a residency after PT school? Lastly, joint clicking, is it okay to keep moving with snap, crackles, and pops?   Enjoy!   -Team...

In this episode, Dillon and Arash discuss everything related to Overhead Stability for Fitness/CrossFit Athletes! What is overhead stability? Who needs it and what can lead to faulty overhead stability? They also discuss the foundations/pre-reqs to overhead stability. Lastly, they answer should we train overhead stability under a fatigued state?   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Link To Overhead Stabili...

In this episode, Dillon and Arash discuss everything squats with Dr. Aaron Horschig aka Squat University. What are common injuries seen in the squat pattern? Is it safe to round your back when lifting? How do you train under load when experiencing some aches and pains? How do you decrease butt winking with squats? All these questions and more answered in this episode!   As a physical therapist & s...

In this episode, Dillon and Kelly discuss everything diabetes. Are you able to become a high level athlete with type 1 diabetes? How do you manage your blood sugar levels? What's the link between diabetes and frozen shoulder? All of that and more answered in this episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. Kelly Wild, PT, DPT   Read [P]Rehab Article: Frozen Shoulder and Diabetes: Wha...

In this episode, Dillon and Sherif talk all about Runner's Knee. This condition can become a bully if not treated appropriately. Do you need to foam roll your IT band, change your running mechanics, get new running shoes? These are the common questions we get in the clinic and we answer them here on this episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. Sherif Elnaggar, PT, DPT, OCS   Read...

In this episode, Dillon and Taryn discuss all things related to the Lymphatic System. This system tends to be very underrated but is crucial to our functioning!!! In this episode, you will learn the function of the lymphatic system, factors leading to dysfunction of the lymphatic system, the gold standard treatment for Lymphedema, and what to expect when undergoing Lymphedema treatment!    Enjoy!...

In this episode, Dillon and Tim focus the discussion on answering the question, "how do we reach optimal levels of performance?" Other topics include the importance of establishing a relationship with your athletes/clients and also the grind/grit it takes to work in the field of sports science!!! Dr. Tim Gabbett has 25 years of experience working as an applied sport scientist. He holds a PhD in Hu...

In this episode, Dillon and Tommy discuss the keys to progressive overload along with using the method of acute to chronic workload ratios for load management both clinically and for performance programs! They dive into discussions of load management and the benefits of tracking workload to make better training decisions. They also touch on the pros and cons of wearable technology.   Enjoy!   -The...

In this episode, our host Dillon Caswell answers 'How Do We Begin Strength Training?" Identifying a starting point becomes difficult, likely due to the varying methods that are available to the consumer. Fitness can be confusing! We hope to make it less confusing and give you some key takeaways. In this discussion, we will focus not on the methods but the fundamental principles of starting a stren...

The [P]Rehab team has been looking for ways to optimize content delivery and up the game even further! In doing so the team has expanded. In this episode you will have the chance to learn of the origins of the [P[Rehab guys, the mission, and how the brand has evolved into [P]Rehab. Next, you get to meet the new clinical team members! Each holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and brings specialty...

In this episode, Dillon sits down to talk with Division 1 Soccer player Gabby Piontkowski. In her first year of college she faced an illness that almost ended her life but then was able to battle back and return to D1 soccer. Gabby has opened up the conversation on mental health and discusses strategies that helped her as a youth athlete and collegiate athlete when faced with uncertainty. Dillon a...

In this episode, Mike and Dillon discuss all you want to know about ankle dorsiflexion and more! The discussion starts with the importance of this motion both for activities of daily living and sports. Then it dives into conscious coaching cues, differing movement patterns across the world, and the origins of "don't let your knees travel in front of your toes" cuing. Other topics included clinical...

In this episode Arash introduces the new host of The [P]Rehab Audio Experience, Dillon Caswell. Dillon is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Performance Coach with board credentials as a sports certified specialist. He was first a physical therapist assistant, then earned his Bachelors from Syracuse University and Doctorate from SUNY Upstate Medical University. They discuss the path that lead to Dil...

In this episode, Craig breaks down strength assessments. For strength assessments it's better to measure to assess, rather than guess, not only is this beneficial in the gym, but also during rehab! This podcast goes over why strength assessments are necessary for program development, the importance of having a baseline and a 'needs analysis', muscle hypertrophy, equipment familiarization, and the...

In this episode, Arash discusses strategies to improve shoulder pain during the bench press and push-ups. Far to often people AVOID an exercise because it is painful. This podcast will dive into how you can train around your pain! Arash discusses how you can improve your form, techniques to modify the bench press, & an easy way to warm-up prior to your next workout session. If you are looking to l...

In this episode the guys answer questions polled from Instagram regarding the low back! Topics from this discussion include what is the best daily strengthening exercise you can do for your back, are deadlifts actually good or bad for your back and who should be doing them, and what is the roadmap from dealing with an acute disc injury to now focusing on how to improve back flexibility after an ol...