[Physio Explained] Making waves: aquatic physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions with Dr Sophie Heywood

In this episode, we discuss manual therapy. We explore: Patient expectations of manual therapyHow does manual therapy work? Current evidence for manual therapyIs manual therapy an important part of our Physiotherapy toolkit? How is the current teaching of manual therapy? What is the future of manual therapy in Physiotherapy? How manual therapy differs between the public and private settingsJohnny Smith is the Director of Thorpes Physiotherapy and has worked in priva...

24 Sep 41min

In this episode, we discuss everything about hip dysplasia. We explore: How hip dysplasia presents and common misdiagnosisKey subjective questioningMilestones in childhood and the relevance for hip dysplasiaImportance of education around the pathologyWant to learn more about Hip dysplasia? Alesha Coonan and Dr Michael O’Brien recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “The Clinician’s Guide to Hip Dysplasia: Assess, Treat, Manage” where they go into further depth on this topic...

17 Sep 19min

In this episode with Jason Tuori, we explore an interesting case study on an elite endurance athlete who presents with Achilles tendinopathy seven months prior to competing in a marathon. We cover: Key signs of Achilles tendinopathy in the subjective and objective examCalf strengthening in Achilles tendinopathyPlantar flexion force production and it’s role in rehabilitationReturn to run algorithm Role of mental health in running and individualised rehabilitation programsThis episode is ...

10 Sep 15min

In this episode with Brooke Patterson we explore the prevention of ACL injuries. We explore: What is involved within ACL injury prevention programsThe role of Nordic Hamstring Curls within ACL preventionImportance of sports specific PREhabilitation and rehabilitationTop recommendations for risk reduction of ACL injuriesThis episode is closely tied to Brooke’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can becom...

3 Sep 16min

In this episode, we discuss large rotator cuff tears. We explore: Traditional tests that are used within shoulder assessmentIs Rotator cuff related shoulder pain a diagnosis? Physiotherapy's role in conservative management of rotator cuff tearsSurgical vs non-surgical pathwayLoad management for patient careRotator cuff tear progressionWant to learn more about the rotator cuff tears in the shoulder? Jared Powell has done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Evaluation and Treatm...

27 Aug 48min

In this episode with Lucy Butler, we discuss the temporomandibular joint and temporomandibular dysfunction. We explore: Assessment of TMJ DysfunctionIntra-articular dysfunction vs muscular based dysfunctionWhich subgroups may respond best to manual therapyThe key elements of an effective rehab plan Botox and it’s role in treatment within TMDWant to learn more about temporomandibular dysfunction? Lucy Butler recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Mastering the TMJ: As...

20 Aug 17min

In this episode with Serena Simmons, we discuss behaviour change, and in particular why Physios can have trouble with patient compliance. We discuss: Why doesn’t everybody change? Exploring the WHY in why patients don’t do their exercisesWhy is psychology missing from physiotherapy education? Why understanding our own psychology is as important as understanding our patients👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Practicals here - https://physio.network/podcast-simmons Serena has over ...

13 Aug 19min