#53 - When does anterior pelvic tilt or posture matter? With Marc Surdyka & Sam Spinelli at E3 Rehab
In this episode with Sam and Marc from E3 rehab, we talk about anterior pelvic tilt and posture - Does it matter? When does it matter? What if our patient believes it matters? They provide wonderful, nuanced examples of when they might explore it more or when they might make simple changes and more importantly the narrative around those changes or patient beliefs in a common sense way. Marc & Sam are co-owners of E3 rehab, a wonderful website with blogs, podcast and youtube channels on ...
5 Okt 202219min
#52 - Frozen shoulder - using the latest evidence to guide your practice with Dr Angela Cadogan
In this episode with Angela, we discuss the current understanding of frozen shoulder, the categorisation and management of frozen shoulder in the different stages, as well as a comparison of Physiotherapy to supervised neglect. Dr Angela Cadogan is a registered Specialist Physiotherapist (Musculoskeletal) based in Christchurch, New Zealand. She has a PhD in musculoskeletal diagnostics (shoulder sub-specialty) and a Masters Degree in Sports Physiotherapy (Curtin University). Angela takes us...
21 Sep 202218min
#51 - The cross bracing protocol for ACL healing with Dr Steven Duhig
In this episode with Dr Steven Duhig we explore what the cross bracing protocol for ACL healing is and the how and why Steven decided to choose this method for recovery. He discusses with us how he was the 42nd person to undergo this protocol and takes us through the rehabilitation that he undertook during the process. This episode is extremely informative about a new method of conservative ACL rehabilitation. Dr Steven Duhig is a lecturer and researcher at Griffith University. Throug...
7 Sep 202217min
#50 - Concussion 101: Myths, Assessment and Rehab with Mike Studer
In this episode with Mike Studer we cover the most common myths around concussion, particularly the early stage treatment and being too conservative with rest and protection. We then went through all the ways in which someone can be impacted by concussion and the 4 stimuli we can provide to help rehab patients and build a buffer going forward. Mike Studer practices in Oregon and has been a PT since 1991. He was board certified in neurologic PT in 1995, recognised as Clinician of the Year in...
24 Aug 202219min
#49 - Assessment and management of Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
In this episode with Dr Chen we discuss new diagnostic criteria of Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and how they live on a spectrum. We covered what to look out for both subjectively and objectively, as well as the common comorbidities that a patient could present with and how to manage these. Dr Chen completed her PhD at the University of Queensland in 2017 on neck pain in office workers. She has since transitioned to clinical and educational work with special interests in those wi...
10 Aug 202218min
#48 - Do you need a diagnosis? with Dr Tim Mitchell
In this episode with Dr Tim Mitchell, we discuss the nuance around diagnosis and when it is helpful and when it isn’t. We also covered how to actually articulate this to patients when they may want a diagnosis or if it’s important to them. Tim is a Specialist Physiotherapist with a clinical focus on the management of complex and chronic injuries and pain disorders. He has completed a PhD in the area of low back pain and has a special interest in the translation of logical reasoning into clin...
27 Juli 202219min
#47 - Sometimes it IS the SIJ with Trish Wisbey-Roth
In this episode with Trish Wisbey-Roth, we cover the latest evidence in the assessment of SIJ and pelvic pain and how using clusters can help improve our specificity and sensitivity. She then covers how treatments in this area require starting at a low and more specific level than is commonly prescribed, and that a common mistake is progressing too quickly with these patients. Trish Wisbey-Roth is one of the select group of Australia’s first Specialist Sports Physiotherapists (awarded 2010) ...
29 Juni 202217min
#46 - Can you be evidence-based and use manual therapy? With Kieran Richardson and James Schomburgk
In this episode Kieran and James cover both the helpful and unhelpful shifts in the manual therapy narrative over the last 10 years. We then explore how it is possible to be evidence-based, practice in a biopsychosocial model, and use manual therapy. Kieran Richardson is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist who is passionate about patients undertaking physiotherapy rehabilitation to solve their pain and injury problems. James Schomburgk is the Director of Back in Motion Campbelltown,...
15 Juni 202217min
