The STA Clinician Podcast

In Ep.216 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, entitled 'The Patient No-One Told You How To Treat', host Matt Phillips is joined by special guest Alistair Beverley, Director of LDPhysio.com, promoting and improving healthcare services for those with learning and lifelong physical disabilities. Alistair will presenting in the STA Theatre at Therapy Expo this year, at 2.25pm on Day 1 (Nov 27th...

In Ep.214 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, entitled 'What Values Make A Professional Therapist?', our special guest is Martin Christensen, a Norwegian physiotherapist best known for his "Friday Physio Confession Podcast". Martin will be will be speaking at Therapy Expo this November, including a a Q&A session in the STA Theatre on Day 2 (Nov 28th) at 3.10pm on this very topic. This w...

In Ep.213 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast: ‘Women In Sports Therapy (WIST) Is back!’ host Matt Phillips of Runchatlive.com is joined by the new voices of the ‘Women In Sports Therapy' podcast & community: • Sonia Fierro - Founder of Recover Stronger • Gemma Puzas -  Owner & Manager of CoreFit Health • Sara Packard - Founder of founder of Fitness Therapy for You. Sonia Fierro was...

Ep.212 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast, hosted by Matt Phillips of RunChatLive.com, dives deep into the importance of communication in exercise prescription, exploring how effective communication can enhance exercise adherence and patient outcomes. Joining Matt are two special guests: founder of ProCare Sports Medicine Andrew McCauley, and educator, facilitator, and coach Andy Hosgood. B...

Rich Potter and Richard 'Dickie' Davies are both below knee amputees as a result of complex traumas, leading to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. In this episode of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, they share their extraordinary journey as they prepare to take on the most difficult trek in the world: the Snowman Trek in the Himalayas. Their 'Limbitless Expedition' challenge commences this Oct...

In this episode, host Matt Phillips of Runchatlive is joined by special guest Michelle Lyons, Women’s Health Physiotherapist & creator of celebrate muliebrity.com , who discusses the latest research on how hormonal changes impact musculoskeletal health, particularly during menopause. Whether you're a therapist, athlete, or simply interested in women's health, this episode is packed with essent...

Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, Episode 209. Hosted by Matt Phillips, creator of runchatlive.com , all episodes are recorded live on the Sports Therapy Association YouTube channel and Facebook page. Join us every Tuesday at 8pm (UK time) to engage with our guests directly! After a two-week summer break, we dive into the upcoming Therapy Expo 2024 , taking place November 27-28 at...

Do you think Statutory Regulation for Sports Therapists is something we should be trying to acheive for our industry? What are the pros and cons? Is it something we should strive for, or is it a pipe dream that could never really be achieved even if we wanted it? In Ep.208 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, host Matt Phillips of Runchatlive.com is joined by Gary Benson, founder of the STA,...

In Ep.207 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, 'Is Your Client Ready To Return To Sport?', host Matt Phillips of runchatlive is joined by Steve Miller, founder of Grow Physio Academy , who shares his insights on how to determine if an athlete is ready to return to sport, emphasizing the importance of milestone-based approaches, monitoring, and personalized care plans. He also discusses the p...

In Part 2 of our look at the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare’, our guests are Marcus Slade & Rich Smith, founders of Physio Genie Technology, an innovative software company that has recently developed the Saiph Platform for Sports Therapists and Physiotherapists. Marcus, a Sports Therapist, shares his experiences running a clinical business and discusses how AI technology can posi...

In Ep.205 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, we dive deep into the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. We are joined by special guest Jo Turner, founder of mehab.co.uk & host of the 'You Matter Podcast'. Jo Turner wrote a piece in July's edition of MSKMag entitled 'ChatGPT - Can You Tell Me If You Want My Job?'. The piece was a response to a recent article in The Gurdi...

In Ep.204, guests Carla Bickerstaffe and Jenny Lane delve into the common injuries faced by swimmers, such as shoulder and lower back issues, and how these can vary depending on the type of swimming. They discuss the differences between working with competitive and recreational swimmers, the importance of technique, and the unique considerations when working with para-swimmers. Additionally, they...

Lymphoedema, the swelling of a part of the body due to a problem with the lymphatic system, is reported to affect about 6 people in 1000, depending on age. In this episode of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, special guest Jane Wigg, internationally acclaimed as being one of the leading lights in Lymphoedema treatment development, research and education, discusses the anatomy, physiology, an...

In Ep.202 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast, we take a look at the use of movement assessment technology in assessment & rehab, with special guest Stephen King, founder of the 'MAT Approach' at matassessment.com .  Stephen shares his journey from being an osteopath and physiotherapist to developing innovative assessment tools that help therapists bridge the gap between traditional meth...

Welcome to Episode 201 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast, the first part of a two episode special on Movement, we delve into the concept of Physical Literacy with John Scriven, founder of MoveWell and a specialist in natural movement and rehabilitation. John shares his journey from a high-performance sports coach to a movement specialist, emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded moveme...

Welcome to the 200th episode of the Sports Therapy Association podcast! In this milestone episode, host Matt Phillips of runchatlive.com is joined by renowned tendon researcher & educator Dr. Ebony Rio , Senior Clinical Research Fellow at the Australian Ballet La Trobe University and Sports & Exercise Physio at the Victorian Institute of Sport. Dr. Rio delves into the complexities of manag...

In Part 2 of our three-part Tendon special series, host Matt Phillips of runchatlive.com speaks with internationally acclaimed tendon specialist Dr Alison Grimaldi, in an episode entitled 'Understanding Tendinopathies Of The Hip & Pelvis'. With over 30 years of clinical experience, including particular expertise in the management of hip, groin and lumbo-pelvic pain and dysfunction, Dr Alison G...

In Part 1 of a three-part Tendon special series of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, host Matt Phillips of runchatlive.com speaks with renowned tendon researcher and educator, Professor Peter Malliaras, co-author of over 100 peer review publications and Associate Professor at Monash University Physiotherapy Department in Melbourne, Australia. Professor Malliaras is also creator of the intern...

On the first Tuesday of every month, we bring you 'Ask Us Anything', in which host Matt Phillips is joined by a group of Sports Therapy Association members to answer YOUR questions on a chosen topic, in the case of this episode: 'Therapy for Sports Teams'. Topics discussed: 00:09:30 - Enjoyment and Challenges of Working with Teams 00:16:34 - Importance of First Aid Training for Sports Massage Ther...

In Ep.196, Part 2 of our special Shoulder Series, our guest is Jo Gibson, a hugely respected shoulder specialist & educator both nationally & internationally, and upper limb rehab specialist at Rehab 4 Performance The show focuses on inclusive patient-centric healthcare, encouraging practicioners to use thorough subjective assessment to form a hypothesis, rather than rushing into the objec...

In Ep.195 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast, esteemed Professor Ian Horsley, Athlete Health Lead Physio for Upper Limb in UK Sports Institute, unpacks the world of shoulder assessments. The first in a two-part series, this episode delves into the nuances of the shoulder, from an overview of its complex nature to a discussion on the perceived complexity, intrinsic stability, and neuromuscul...

Welcome to Ep.194 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast entitled "Communication Skills - The Art of Sitting in the Mud". Our guest in this episode, Ben Wybrow, is a specialist physiotherapist at an NHS Pain Clinic and a Clinical Communication Skills Facilitator at Norwich Medical School. He recently wrote a particularly well received article entitled “Sit In The Mud” that appeared in February’...

In episode 193 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast, special guest Nicola Hunt, director at PhysioCare Rehab, unravels misconceptions around concussions and imparts key information about their causes, dangers, and treatment. This crucial talk clarifies general myths about concussions to drive the right understanding and management for this common yet critical issue. We delve into how concussi...

On the first Tuesday of every month, we bring you our 'Ask Us Anything' series, in which Matt Phillips (creator of runchatlive.com) is joined by the a group of Sports Therapy Association members to answer YOUR questions (emailed to matt@thesta.co.uk) . In this episode 'Ask Us Anything: 'Therapy for Runners', we delve into the interplay between sports therapy and running, with the expert panel of S...

Welcome to the 190th episode of the Sports Therapy Association podcast: 'Transforming Your Healthcare Business Model' with special guest Frank Benedetto of The Honey Badger Project. Frank Benedetto holds degrees in psychology and physical therapy, and is on a mission to transform the healthcare sector by integrating creative psychology and advanced technology. The Honey Badger Project is a princip...