Rehab Science

In today's episode I answer questions that were submitted on my Instagram account. We cover topics including hamstring tendinopathy, patellar tendon injuries, anterior knee pain and how to gain confidence as a new practitioner. Here is the proximal hamstring tendinopathy research article I mentioned in the episode. My book has rehab programs for the 50 most common orthopedic conditions, including patellar tendon, hamstring tendon and anterior knee pain. Click the Amazon link to learn more about my book and to order a copy.

In today's episode, I discuss pelvic health physical therapy with pelvic health physical therapist, Dr. Christine Pieton. This area of musculoskeletal health is not understood well by most medical and rehabilitation practitioners and there is a great deal of misinformation that exists amongst the general population. This episode helps clear up much of these questions and can help you decide as to whether or not seeing a pelvic health specialist physical therapist would help you with any low back, pelvic or hip pain symptoms that you may be experiencing. To learn more about Dr. Pieton's work, checkout her accounts and website below. Dr. Pieton's Website: https://www.pelvicsavvy.com Dr. Pieton's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@movewithDrChris Dr. Pieton's Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/pietonpt

Explore the fascinating world of tissue injuries, from muscle strains to ligament sprains. Discover how different injuries require tailored treatment plans for quicker recovery. Dive into the specifics of nerve injuries, including common issues like carpal tunnel syndrome and whiplash. Learn about the healing processes of bone injuries and their rehabilitation implications. This informative discussion provides valuable insights whether you're recovering from an injury or just curious about how the body heals.

Today's episode covers patellofemoral joint pain and strategies that can be implemented to help relieve pain and improve your functional ability. Patellofemoral joint pain syndrome (PFPS) describes a very common condition in which a person experiences pain just behind the kneecap. Pain associated with this condition is usually reproduced with activities that put more stress on the joint, such as running, climbing stairs, squatting or prolonged sitting. Successful treatment of this condition revolves around temporary behavior modification, such as reducing running mileage and avoiding periods of prolonged sitting. Incorporating exercises that strengthen the hip (glutes) and knee (quads) muscles is also important. If you are experiencing pain at the front of the knee with some of the activities mentioned above, I have created a FREE PDF that will teach you some of the best exercises to implement. Visit my podcast page and subcribe to access this free resource. My book has a more comprehensive patellofemoral pain syndrome rehab program that guides you through three phases of rehab and has picture of me doing all of the exercises. Click HERE to learn more about my book.

In this podcast episode, I speak with pilates expert, Robin Long. Robin is the founder and CEO of Lindywell, which is a global wellness platform that reaches millions of women in more than 100 countries around the world. Robin lives and works in sunny Santa Barbara, CA. She obtained her comprehensive Pilates certification through Body Arts and Science International and her barre certification through Balanced Body. She is passionate about creating programs that empower, strengthen, restore and rejuvenate her clients form the inside out. We see more and more evidence supporting the use of Pilates for rehabilitation purposes, so I really enjoyed talking with Robin about how Pilates developed, her business and where Pilates fits into rehab as a tool for treating pain and injury. Click HERE to learn more about Robin's company and work.

Plantar fasciitis or fasciopathy (PF) is the most common cause of heel pain and occurs in sedentary and active individuals. The pain most commonly occurs at the front of the heel where the plantar fascia attaches to the heel bone (calcaneus). Symptoms are typically sharp in nature and present after initially standing in the morning, after prolonged standing or when returning to standing after being seated for some time. PF is more common in runners and overweight individuals and can be associated with other factors like arch type, lower quarter strength and overall ankle and foot mobility. For a FREE PDF with some of the best, evidence-based exercises used to treat plantar fasciitis, make sure to subscribe to my podcast webpage at the following link. My book has comprehensive programs for the 50 most common conditions including a program for plantar fasciitis. The programs guide you through three phases of rehab and have pictures of me doing all of the exercises. Click HERE to learn more about my book. References: 1. Monteagudo M, de Albornoz PM, Gutierrez B, Tabuenca J, Álvarez I. Plantar fasciopathy: A current concepts review. EFORT Open Rev. 2018;3(8):485-493. 2018. 2. Rathleff MS, et al. High-load strength training improves outcome in patients with plantar fasciitis: A randomized controlled trial with 12-month follow-up. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2015.

In today's episode, I discuss the three phases of tissue healing. Understanding the phases of healing can help you better understand how long an injury will take to heal and what you should focus on during each phase of healing. The phases of healing covered in this episode include: Phase 1 - Inflammatory Phase (2-3 days) Phase 2 - Fibroblastic Phase (3 weeks) Phase 3 - Remodeling Phase (4 weeks to 12 months) The length of time spend in each phase will depend on the type of tissue that was injured (muscle, tendon, ligament, etc) and the grade of injury that was sustained. Click Here to access the research article regarding the managment of soft tissue injuries. I cover these phases in much more detail in chapter 8 of my book. My book also includes comprehensive rehabilitation programs for the most common orthopedic injuries and pain issues. Click the following Amazon link to learn more about my book.

In today's episode, I talk with human performance expert Dr. Jeremy Bettle, PhD about strategies you can implement to help boost your own performance. Jeremy Bettle is internationally recognized as a leading expert in the field of Human Performance. His role as an innovator and disruptor, over almost 20 years, at the cutting edge of high performance sport led to the development of world-leading systems of athlete care and optimization. Now, as the founder of Vitality Collective, Jeremy is applying these principles of athlete optimization to the broader field of longevity, with individuals who don't leave any stone unturned in their pursuit of optimal health and vitality. You can learn more about Jeremy and his work HERE. You can also follow him on Instagram at the following link. My self-guided rehab book is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble and inludes comprehensive rehabilitation programs for the 50 most common injuries and pain issues. Each body region has its own chapter and the programs guide you through three phases of healing and have pictures of me doing the exercises. Here is an Amazon link, if you want to learn more about the book. Rehab Science Instagram click here. Rehab Science YouTube click here.

Shoulder impingement is an older diagnosis that was thought to be due to a pinching or impinging of the rotator cuff (supraspinatus) tendon, biceps tendon or subacromial bursa. Pain would typically occur when lifting the arm away from the body and overhead. Over time, the name of this diagnosis was changed to 'subacromial pain syndrome' as it became evident that most people have some degree of impingement and many never develop symptoms. Like numerous other pain disorders, the pathophysiology of this disorder has been found to be more complex and should not be thought of as a simple, mechanical phenomenon. If you would like to learn more about this condition, click this research article link. If you would like to access the rehab exercise PDF I mentioned in the episode, click this link. My book contains a comprehensive, 3-phased subacromial pain program that will teach you exercises to treat this issue on your own. Click this Amazon link to learn more about my book and to order a copy.

In today's episode, I cover the three primary types of musculoskeletal pain, which include mechanical (nociceptive) pain, neuropathic (nerve) pain and chronic or persistent pain. Understanding what type of pain you have helps determine the best path forward in terms of which treatment options to pursue. In future episodes, I will dive deeper into specific treatment interventions for each type of pain. If you are suffering from pain or an injury, my book has comprehensive rehab programs for the 50 most common injuries and pain issues. Each program guides you through three phases of rehab and has pictures of me doing the exercises. The book is almost 500 pages in length and each body region has its own chapter. It is the type of reference that is intended to help you manage your own pains and injuries. Click the following Amazon LINK to learn more about my book.