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E3 Rehab
We are Doctors of Physical Therapy who specialize in rehabilitation, performance, and injury risk reduction. Our mission is simple: empower YOU to overcome your setbacks and crush your goals using evidence-based education. Check out our YouTube, Blog, Podcast, and Rehab Programs!
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Feb 18, 2025 • 1h 10min
188. Early Stage ACL Rehab w/ Erik Meira
In this discussion, Erik Meira, a seasoned physical therapist and applied biomechanist, dives into early ACL rehabilitation. He emphasizes essential techniques for managing swelling and restoring range of motion while addressing challenges like cyclops lesions. Erik shares insights on the psychological impacts of pain and the delicate balance between promoting movement and preventing stiffness. He also highlights innovative tools and supplements that enhance recovery, advocating for a patient-centered approach in rehabilitation to optimize outcomes.

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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 2min
187. Should Rehab Be Pain Free? w/ Marc Surdyka, Nathan Henderson, and Chris Hughen
In this engaging discussion, Marc Surdyka, an expert in physical therapy, and Nathan Henderson, a physical therapist at Build Physio, share their insights on whether rehabilitation should be pain-free. They explore the nuances of acceptable pain levels during recovery and highlight personalized pain management strategies. The duo emphasizes the importance of education and communication in rehabilitation, particularly post-surgery. They also delve into managing shoulder and knee pain, making a strong case for balancing discomfort and functionality for better recovery outcomes.

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Feb 4, 2025 • 1h
186. Reflections on ACL Rehab w/ Megan Graham
Megan Graham, a physical therapist and PhD candidate at the University of Kentucky, shares her insights on ACL rehabilitation. She discusses muscle atrophy, the use of E-stim technology, and the evolution of late-stage rehab practices. Highlighting the challenges in balancing patient safety and effort, she emphasizes individualized programs post-surgery. Megan also explores unique recovery strategies like blood flow restriction training and the importance of personalized metrics to lower re-injury risks for athletes returning to sports.

Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 3min
185. Rehabbing Youth Athletes w/ Nicole Surdyka
Chris Hughen sat down with Nicole Surdyka to discuss rehabbing the youth athlete. We dive into the differences Nicole has noticed working within professional and collegiate sport settings versus the pediatric and youth athlete populations. Nicole highlights the differences in communication styles, parental dynamics, time availability and constraints, training age considerations, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/PMnireYKhOs Episode Resources: Prior Episodes w/ Nicole: #160 and #40 Elite Soccer Conference Nicole's Instagram --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/ Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/ Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/ --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code "E3REHAB" at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter

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Jan 21, 2025 • 1h 5min
184. Achilles Tendinopathy: Updated Guidelines w/ Ruth Chimenti
Chris Hughen sat down with Ruth Chimenti to discuss Achilles Tendinopathy. We dive into the recently revised Clinical Practice Guideline on mid portion achilles tendinopathy, treatment options, continued uncertainties, common misconceptions, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/qNUow-leX5Q Episode Resources: Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy CPG Previous Episode on Achilles Tendinopathy: #93 w/ Karin Silbernagel --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/ Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/ Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/ --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code "E3REHAB" at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter

Jan 14, 2025 • 38min
183. A Constraints-Led Approach w/ Rob Gray
Chris Hughen sat down with Rob Gray to discuss what it means to be an "Ecological" Coach. We dive into a constraints-led approach, guidelines for effective coaching, common mistakes in skill acquisition, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/EM2gpS8udS4 Episode Resources: Rob's Website Rob's Podcast Rob's Twitter --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/ Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/ Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/ --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code "E3REHAB" at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter

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Jan 7, 2025 • 47min
182. A Contrarian's Take on Objective Force Testing w/ Greg Lehman
Chris Hughen sat down with Greg Lehman to discuss his perspective on objective force testing. This conversation was sparked by a recent instagram post of Greg's, "Do you suck as a clinician if you don't use objective force testing?" We dive into Greg's views on when objective testing is and is not beneficial, the importance of clinical decision making, explaining the role of exercise as a treatment option, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/Pa_pfJt8oUM Episode Resources: Greg's Instagram Greg's Podcast Greg's Website --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/ Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/ Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/ --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code "E3REHAB" at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter

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Dec 31, 2024 • 1h 1min
181. Home Exercise Programs: Avoid These 6 Common Mistakes w/ Marc Surdyka and Chris Hughen
Marc Surdyka, an expert in physical therapy and home exercise programs, joins Chris Hughen to discuss the six common mistakes made in home exercise planning. They emphasize the importance of simplification, advocating for a limited number of key exercises to boost compliance. Surdyka highlights the dangers of over-cueing, stressing the need for effective communication to enhance patient autonomy. A focus on personalized programs and mentorship is also discussed, aiming to improve adherence and recovery outcomes.

Dec 24, 2024 • 58min
180. Advice for New Grads w/ Jared Powell
Chris Hughen sat down with Jared Powell to discuss his recent publication, "Dear Newly Graduated Physical Therapist": A Direct Message Containing Advice We Wish We Had Received. We dive into Jared's experience and journey as a new grad physio, navigating early career challenges, the role of uncertainty in clinical practice, the value of mentorships, navigating social media, essential resources for new grads, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/4a_CtonF6tI Episode Resources: Dear Newly Graduated Physical Therapist Jared's Website Jared's Instagram Karl Popper Books --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/ Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/ Apparel: https://store.e3rehab.com/collections/frontpage --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code "E3REHAB" at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter

Dec 17, 2024 • 42min
179. Abdominal Training w/ Alec Blenis
Chris Hughen sat down with Alec Blenis to discuss all things abdominal training. We touch on some of the more common camps and narratives around core training, productive ways to actually load the abs throughout a training week, progression strategies, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/c3paUUAHa2k Episode Resources: Alec's Instagram Alec's YouTube Video w/ Eugene Teo Core Stability Debunking Episode Prior Episode w/ Alec --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/ Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/ Apparel: https://store.e3rehab.com/collections/frontpage --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code "E3REHAB" at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter


