[Physio Discussed] Clinical challenges in combat sports with Dr Heather Linden and Dr Ian Gatt
In this episode, we discuss some of the potential challenges and perks of working in elite sport. We explore: Most common injuries seen in combat sportsKey differences in elite sport vs private practiceImportance of interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary managementUse of objective measures in elite sportInjury risk prior to competitionSupplementation in elite sportDr Ian Gatt is Head of Performance Services & Lead Physiotherapist for GB Boxing. He has over 20 years of clinical experience, having supported athletes on their path to success through several Olympic games. He forms part of Team Anthony Joshua (Boxing Olympic and Professional Double World Champion), delivering injury reduction and management strategies within a multidisciplinary team. Ian is an Upper Limb Injury specialist with the prestigious English Institute of Sport (EIS), and has recently completed a PhD in Wrist Biomechanics at Sheffield Hallam University. Dr. Heather Linden serves as the Senior Director of Physical Therapy at the UFC Performance Institute (UFCPI). She oversees the sports medicine departments at both UFCPI locations in Las Vegas, NV, and Shanghai, China. In 2022, Heather received the prestigious “Trainer of the Year” honor at the World MMA Awards. Prior to her role with the UFC, she was part of the Sports Medicine Division at the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee and also led an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Los Angeles.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network
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[Physio Explained] Is there an optimal time to return to sport post ACL reconstruction? With Dr Enda King
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 sportEnda King PhD MSc is a sports physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach, researcher, and educator who works with elite athletes and teams across various sports. As Head of Performance at the Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, he developed and led advanced clinical and research pathways for ACL and Athletic Groin Pain rehabilitation, serving athletes from top global leagues including the Premier League, NFL, NBA, and UFC. He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters focused on groin pain, ACL recovery, and biomechanics in performance and rehab. King is also a respected international educator and consultant, especially in lower limb injury rehabilitation.Reference to article - Kotsifaki R, King E, Bahr R, Whiteley R (2025) Is 9 months the sweet spot for male athletes to return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? British Journal of Sports Medicine Published Online First: 26 February 2025. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network
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[Physio Explained] The patient perspective: rethinking shoulder pain rehab with Prof. Karen McCreesh
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 exercisesProf McCreesh is an experienced musculoskeletal physiotherapy educator, researcher, clinician, and sonographer. She is a Professor in Physiotherapy at the School of Allied Health at the University of Limerick, Ireland. She has an extensive track record in shoulder pain research, with a multitude of peer reviewed publications in leading journals. She has been awarded over €1.7m in research funding and leads a team of 3 PhD and 2 post doctoral researchers within the Health Research Institute at UL.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network
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[Case Studies] Breaking down sciatica: a case study discussion with Charlie Clements
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-day free trial:https://physio.network/casestudies-clementsCharlie Clements is a First Contact Physiotherapist for the NHS and based within the United Kingdom. He has a specialist interest towards spinal pathologies and sources of lower limb pain with a passion for delivering evidence-based content across his online platforms. He has published research looking at the influence of foam rolling on ankle injuries alongside previous experience working in professional cricket. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @NoahMandelPhysio from Physio Network
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[Physio Discussed] ACL injuries: prevention, recovery & the road ahead with Dr Matthew Bourne and Dr Tyler Collings
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 Incidence to Injury Prevention” where they go into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch their class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-bournecollingsDr Tyler Collings is an early career researcher at Griffith University, Gold Coast and a member of the Australian Centre for Precision Health and Technology (PRECISE). His research focuses on lower limb injury prevention and rehabilitation using neuromusculoskeletal biomechanics and field-based human movement technology. Dr Matthew Bourne is an Associate Professor and research leader in the Australian Centre for Precision Health and Technology at Griffith University. As recipient of research fellowships from Advance Queensland and MTPConnect, A/Prof Bourne and his team partner with industry to develop and apply next-generation, clinic-friendly technologies to identify athletes at risk of injury and inform the design of personalised, evidence-based prevention strategies.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @Sarahyule from Physio Network
Welcome to the world of Physio Explained, Physio Discussed & Expert Physio Q&A's hosted by Sarah Yule and James Armstrong.[Physio Explained] - Our original podcast, Physio Explained, continues to bring you the biggest names in physio, tackling the most clinically relevant topics—all in under 20 minutes. It's the highest value per minute podcast in the physio space.[Physio Discussed] - We're excited to introduce Physio Discussed, our new in-depth podcast branch. In these monthly episodes, two expert guests join our host to dive deep into your favourite topics, exploring varied assessment and treatment approaches to take your clinical expertise to the next level![Expert Physio Q&A] - These podcasts are a snippet taken from our Practicals live Q&A sessions. Held monthly, these sessions give Practicals members the chance to ask their pressing questions and get direct answers from our expert presenters.
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