Diagnostic Accuracy of the Ottawa Ankle Rules with Dr Chris Bleakley

In this episode with Dr Enda King, we discuss a recent paper looking at time to return to sport post ACL reconstruction. We discuss: Is there an optimal time to return to sport? How important is time as an indicator post ACL reconstruction? Role of different graft types in timing of return to sportOther implicating factors which may contribute to re-injuryTesting for return to sport👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/reviews-king Enda...

30 Apr 15min

In this episode with Karen McCreesh, we explore shoulder pain and what patients really want. We discuss: The mismatch between what patients want and what clinicians think they needRole of pain and how to explain this to patientsRole of group exercise for those not improving with individual exercises👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/reviews-mcreesh Prof McCreesh is an experienced musculoskeletal physiotherapy educator, researcher, clinician, a...

23 Apr 20min

In this episode with Charlie Clements we discuss his case study on sciatica that he has recently done for Physio Network. We explore: Key features of sciaticaDifferential diagnosisManagement strategies Onward referral processesThis episode is closely tied to Charlie’s case study he did with us. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients. 👉🏻 Watch Charlie’s case study here with our 7...

16 Apr 15min

In this episode, we discuss everything about ACL injuries. We explore: Role of biomechanics of ACL injuryAre current ACL injury prevention programs effective? Use of Functional MRI in ACL rehabilitationWhat are the long-term consequences of ACL reconstruction? Injury risk post ACL reconstructionWant to learn more about ACL Injury incidence and prevention? Matthew Bourne and Tyler Collings recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Mastering ACL Injury: From Incidenc...

9 Apr 38min

In this episode with Thomas Dekkers we discuss the evidence for exercise in low back pain. We discuss: Is exercise an evidence based treatment for back pain?Which type of exercise is best? Limitations of research in back painImportance of education in this populationHow to improve our exercise prescriptionIndividualised programs for rehabilitation👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/reviews-dekkers Thomas is a Physiotherapist, researcher, a...

2 Apr 18min

In this episode with Dr Alana Dinsdale we explore assessment of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). We explore: The anatomy of the TMJSymptoms of TMJ disorderHypothesis categories in treatment of the TMJMotor control in the TMJRole of screening the Cervical spineThis episode is closely tied to Alana’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. 👉🏻 Watch Alana’s Practical he...

26 Mars 20min

In this episode with Dr Kieran Richardson, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a patient who ruptured her ACL and her recovery process with non-surgical management. We cover: The role and importance of knee flexion in recovery from ACL ruptureBracing and weight-bearing in conservative managementTelehealth objective assessmentEducation and advice during rehabilitationTreatment plan and the three phases involvedThis episode is closely tied to Kieran’s case study he ...

19 Mars 22min

In this episode, we discuss the management of lower limb tendinopathy. We explore: Current evidence based management of tendinopathyDifferential diagnosis of tendinopathy and peritenonRole of compression in tendinopathySpeed of exercises used in rehabilitationPatient specificity for exercise prescriptionImportance of load in rehabilitationRole of inflammation in tendons Try Masterclass for free for 7 days here now - https://physio.network/masterclass-riooneill Do you want to ...

12 Mars 48min