#33 - How to treat athletic low back pain with Kellie Wilkie
In this episode with Kellie, we discuss the findings from her recent study on rowers with low back pain published in BJSM in 2021. We cover the definition of athletic low back pain, the prevalence, risk factors and how to unload the athlete. We also compare risk factors for athletic low back pain in athletes to the general population and discuss how these differences may affect patient management. Kellie is a Tasmanian Institute of Sport (TIS) consultant Physiotherapist. She is currently a ...
15 Des 202117min
#32 - The real reason why physios burnout with Dr Ben Fung
In this Episode Dr. Ben Fung discusses all things Burnout. We start with exploring the definition and then answering the question, ‘does money matter?’. We then cover employer and employee responsibilities and how to have open and honest conversations. Lastly, we touch on some practical and pragmatic tips. Ben was a Physical Therapist in the USA and now runs his own clinic as well as co-founding Updoc Media, a marketing and culture company for health professionals. Our host is Michael Rizk...
1 Des 202118min
#31 - Understanding the postpartum journey with Gráinne Donnelly [bonus]
In this episode Gráinne shares with us the often erroneous thought that the 6 week check up is all that is needed for postpartum women to return to exercise. She shares her beliefs and some tips about screening postpartum women for the everyday musculoskeletal private practice clinicians. Gráinne Donnelly is an Advanced Physiotherapist in pelvic health and an aspiring researcher. Want to learn more about this topic? Gráinne Donnelly and Emma Brockwell recently did a great Masterclass with u...
24 Nov 202118min
#30 - What’s the best current advice for exercise during pregnancy with Emma Brockwell
In this episode Emma Brockwell takes us through the best current guidelines for exercise during pregnancy. Emma Brockwell is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She is passionate about pre and postnatal rehabilitation and exercise and specialises in enabling women back to exercise, particularly running and netball. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Emma Brockwell and Gráinne Donnelly recently did a Masterclass with us on reframing exercise during and after pregnancy. You can...
17 Nov 202115min
#29 - Practical and Pragmatic approaches to the BPS model with Dr Greg Lehman
In this episode with Greg, he shares a personal injury story about his own journey with frozen shoulder and low back pain. This allows us to explore some of Greg's beliefs and approaches towards treating patients with both of these conditions and how the BPS model comes into their treatment. Then we discuss if and when biomechanics matter and his thoughts on the matter as well as the tricky subject of when to protect and when to nudge patients along. Greg is a Physiotherapist, Chiropractor ...
3 Nov 202117min
#28 - Ankle sprain assessment and treatment with Dr Chris Bleakley
In this episode, Dr Chris Bleakley discusses how he assesses and rehabilitates ankles following a sprain. He introduces the concept of ankle sprains never being simple, and gives some key tips to help clinicians not to miss the slow or complicated ankle sprain. He had some key insights about being more specific with our testing and how to know when someone is ready to return to sport. Dr Chris Bleakley is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Senior Lecturer at Ulster University. He is a leading a...
20 Okt 202117min
#27 - Clinical pearls on tendinopathy with Dr Jill Cook
In this episode with Dr Jill Cook, we explore the tendon continuum model and the pathophysiology of tendons according to current research. We then delve deeper into what is clinically relevant and how we might prescribe rehabilitation for a real case. Jill challenges us on the notion of not just loading a tendon heavy and slow, and has practical tips around measuring load, not just pain. Dr Jill Cook is a Professor in musculoskeletal health in the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine R...
6 Okt 202118min
#26 - Diagnosing Cervical Radiculopathy with Dr Julia Treleaven
In this episode with Julia we explore an evidence-based approach to diagnosing cervical radiculopathy through the findings of 2 papers which looked at the patient interview, clinical tests, and upper limb tension tests. Check out Julia’s reviews of these 2 papers here (or in the app if you're a subscriber): -Patient interview items and clinical tests: https://bit.ly/3nKwvES -Upper limb neurodynamic tests: https://bit.ly/3nG3Kcl Unlock the full reviews with your 7-day free trial her...
22 Sep 202114min
