In this episode with Adam Johnson, we discuss his Research Review of a recent article looking at 20 variations (regressions and progressions) of the Nordic Hamstring Exercise. We discuss the implications of an individual dropping into a hip flexion pattern, the last 30 degrees of range of the exercise, and the perceived and actual intensity of the exercise the patient is performing. See Adam’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-johnson Adam has worked in full time...

In this episode with Dr Amy Arundale, we covered how we might start some change of direction and cutting with our athletes, what outcome measures to look out for and test and some practical milestones around strength, neuromuscular control and confidence. Want to learn more about HOW to get your patients back to change of direction and cutting sports? Amy Arundale recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us, called “Return to Play” where she goes into further depth on change of direction and...

In this episode with Steve Collins we discuss a blog he wrote on the topic of isometrics for tendinopathy and growth adaptation. We talk about the takeaways of multiple different papers using this approach and what intensity, dosage and resistance should be used when prescribing isometric exercises. Finally, we cover how you can use isometrics for power and strength adaptations in specific patient populations. Steven Collins is a Physiotherapist, Professional titled ASCA Level 2 Strength...

In this episode, Mike Stewart covers some wonderful anecdotes and practical tips on how we can communicate better both verbally, non verbally and by playing with our consult structure.  Want to learn more about communication? Mike Stewart has done a brilliant Masterclass with us, called “Know Pain: A practical guide to persistent pain therapy" where he goes further into depth about language, pain and communication.  You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial:...

In this Episode with Anju Jaggi we discuss which muscles we should focus on in rehabilitation of the unstable shoulder. We also cover timeframes regarding when and how we should get a shoulder moving post injury and post surgery as well as return to sport criterion post stabilisation surgery.  Want to learn more about the unstable shoulder? Anju recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Treating the Unstable Shoulder” where she goes into further depth on shoulder instability. You...

In this episode, Kellie Wilkie takes us through her clinical reasoning and thought patterns around the assessment and treatment of athletic low back pain. We discuss how and why she uses manual therapy in her treatments as well as exercise progression for offloading the back in addition to increasing the patient’s confidence.  This episode is closely tied to Kellie’s practical she did with us. With practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions - so you...

In this episode with Mike Studer, he introduces us to concepts such as Nudge and Gamification and how these concepts can be used through active listening techniques to help your patients make better and healthier decisions. We discuss how you can use these ideas in your sessions to encourage autonomy, productivity and mastery for your patients and ultimately help with patient motivation. Want to learn more about Behavioural Economics? Mike Studer recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us...

In this episode, Dr Joanne Kemp covers key takeaways from a subjective history that can be valuable in assessing a hip as well as what objective tests she still finds valuable and not so valuable. Most importantly Jo gave us wonderful insight into her clinical thinking around the hip joint. This episode is closely tied to Jo's Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster....

In this episode with Dr Claire Minshull we discuss what the concept of periodisation is and how you can use this within your own clinical practice. Claire dives into neurological and morphological considerations to factor into your rehab to enhance a patient’s rehabilitation program. In addition she discusses specificity vs non-specificity in rehabilitation.  Claire is one of the most highly respected and research active rehabilitation and conditioning specialists in the UK. She has worked in...

In this episode, we chat to Bradley Scanes who is the Physiotherapist and Performance Coach who works in the Formula One, with athlete Max Verstappen. We discuss what his role entails, including juggling a busy and ever changing competition schedule, and specific considerations for these unique athletes.   Brad is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Performance Coach working within the Formula One, he also consults to the British Gymnastics Team and works in Private Practice in...

In this episode, Dr Peter Malliaras shares with us the latest thinking on tendinopathy, and in particular how no specific modality wins out for pain when treating tendons. We delve deeper into biomechanics and exercise selection and zoom in on how to treat patients with proximal hamstring tendinopathy. Dr Peter Malliaras is a physiotherapist and researcher from Melbourne, Australia specialising in tendinopathy. In 2006 he completed his PhD in tendinopathy identifying novel risk factors, and...

In this episode, Dr Teddy Willsey covers the phases of upper limb rehab for athletes returning to sport with strength, function and confidence. We cover some of the common pitfalls like not regaining range of motion by 16 weeks and what a detailed end stage rehab program looks like, including going through what a long toss program looks like for a pitcher in baseball.  Dr. Teddy Willsey is a sports medicine focused physical therapist and private practice owner in Rockville, Maryland. Teddy...

In this Episode, Alison takes us through the controversial topic of pelvic tilt and acetabulum loading in relation to a paper that was recently published (referenced below). She starts by guiding us through the dynamic assessment of pelvic tilt and how this can affect other structures around the hip joint. We also discuss how changing an individual’s pelvic tilt can impact their pain and range of motion during functional tasks such as squatting.  Dr Alison Grimaldi is an Australian Sports...

🏆  Win a free year of Practicals! (See  Instagram post below for details): 👉 Follow this link to participate in our competition: https://www.instagram.com/p/CsRe50xMnJ-/  In this episode with Tim Rowland (co-founder of Physio Network), we discuss a brand new service that is being released by Physio Network on May 22nd.  Tim tells the story of what led to the birth of this service, and explains why he thinks it will be the easiest way for physios to develop their practical assessment and...

In this episode, Jared Powell discusses a research review which he has done for Physio Network, based on a systematic review of large to massive rotator cuff tears and how an exercise group compared to a surgical group. We dive deep into what the study involves, its limitations and it’s results. Finally, Jared gives us some advice on how to best make these decisions with patients and how to have those harder conversations with patients who are very surgery focused. Jared is an experienced...

In this episode, Dr Travis Pollen takes us through a recent research review he did for Physio Network exploring younger patients with a traumatic mensical injury. We look at the results of a recent paper comparing those who had surgery and those who had physiotherapy. Interestingly the results at two years were very similar but this opened up a lot of questions and nuance about what happens within that two years. Dr Travis Pollen is a personal trainer and has a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences...

In this episode, Ben Cormack discusses how to update our narrative, understanding and patient explanations around posture. We also discuss definitions of posture and how it is difficult to pin down as a cause of symptoms due to the difficulty in defining and measuring posture. Ben also gives us wonderful explanations we can pass onto our patients without conveying too much uncertainty.  Ben Cormack owns and runs Cor-Kinetic. He is a musculoskeletal therapist who specialises in a movement...

In this episode with Dr Jane Thornton we discuss what the latest evidence says about adapting training advice for the menstrual cycle of women and oral contraceptives and whether the menstrual cycle affects injury risk. We also cover the role of sleep and injury risk, and how this can be affected across the lifespan for women specifically due to hormones. Finally we cover the gaps in the research around specific populations of women e.g. during pregnancy and why this is a difficult topic to...

In this episode with Dr Henry Wajswelner, we cover the assessment, diagnosis and treatment for gluteal tendinopathy. He also covered a framework for restoring gluteal strength and progressing exercises and common lifestyle modifications that are helpful for Gluteal Tendinopathy. Henry graduated in 1980 and began his physiotherapy career on rotation at The Royal Melbourne Hospital. Henry completed the Australian College of Physiotherapy Fellowship exams in 2007, being one of the first to...

In this episode with Dr Enda King, we dive into assessment and management of the athletic hip. We discuss the role and evidence behind pain provocation tests in the hip/groin and the role of imaging in this population. We then delve into the imbalance of load and biomechanics in hip injury and cover the importance of individualised, conservative management of hip pain. Finally we cover the importance of addressing deficits in the athlete above and below the hip joint in rehabilitation.  Dr...

In this episode we speak to Dr Stacie Barber and Dr Hailey Kaus about how they manage the adolescent athlete with high performance demands with a specific focus on gymnasts. We cover strengthening, programming, stretching, the culture of dance and gym and how to best communicate with key stakeholders including coaches and other medical staff. Dr Stacie Barber is the founder and owner of the Physio Fix, which was established in 2017. She undertook her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from...

In this episode with Dr Seth Peterson, he reveals his research on courses and particularly the percentage of courses which contain non evidenced based recommendations. We also discuss the large differences in accreditation from state to state and country to country as well as the varying degrees of requirements for CPD. Dr Seth Peterson is founder of the Motive Physical Therapy Specialists; he is one of less than 1% of Physical Therapists to have completed both residency and fellowship...

In this episode, Dr Julia Treleaven covers how we might differentiate between cervicogenic headaches and dizziness. We then cover how to treat cervicogenic pain, headaches and dizziness using sensorimotor tasks that go beyond traditional physiotherapy.  Julia is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Queensland. She has been researching neck pain since 2000 and in 2004 completed her PhD focusing on the influence of the neck on sensorimotor control. She works part-time as a...

In this episode we discuss Dr Stacey Hardin’s research review of a Delphi study on return to play in long standing adductor related groin pain. We discuss the definition of long standing adductor groin pain and then go into depth of the return to play indicators/tests e.g. strength, performance testing and sport specific skills.  Stacey is a physical therapist and athletic trainer specialising in the treatment of high performing athletes, most recently in Major League Soccer. Her clinical...

In this episode with Dr Matthew Bourne we explored how valid and relevant our hamstring clinical tests are and what we can do from a research and a clinic level. We then explored what exercises are beneficial and how to target different sections of the hamstrings. Dr Matthew Bourne is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Health Sciences and Social Work and the Menzies Health Institute Queensland at Griffith University. Matthew obtained his PhD in hamstring injury prevention from QUT.  Do you...