The New Grad Physio Podcast

I've been called many things...But last week was the first time I have been called a 'boring' physio.Listen to this week's podcast to hear more about this story...And discover my key career advice for ANY new grad physio starting out!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe 'Boring' New Grad MentorPS. Want some help to get your own career off to a flying start?Then be sure to check this out.

In this week's podcast episode I discuss some of the drawbacks with the current University education system...And some possible changes that may help you as a new grad physio be better prepared post Uni.Give it a listen and let me know what you think.Enjoy the show!Andy Barker The New Grad Physio MentorPS. Need some help filling in the blanks...So you can thrive, and not just survive as a new grad physio?This might help!

We have 1000's of qualified, motivated and enthusiastic therapists that want to help and make a difference...Yet they can't get a job.We having waiting lists that are so long that some patients are 'beyond' rehab by the time they get an appointment. Make that make sense!Does the healthcare system need changing?Not many would argue against that right...But what are the real problems...And how might they affect you as a new grad physio trying to find your way in the real-world post graduation?Learn more in this week's podcast episode!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. Struggling to find your way and make career progress as a new grad physio...Then this might help.

I got asked this exact question the other night in a Q & A after a live webinar I presented...And the answer I gave wasn't the best!I only gave one real equipment example...But having had time to reflect and think about this a bit more, here are the 3 pieces of equipment that I can not live without.Numbers 2 & 3 will probably surprise you!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. In the show I mentioned my recent calf pain webinar.If you missed it, the replay is now available inside the private members group of my new grad physio community.Want to get access this webinar (and all the other great content inside the members area) then head here to find out how.

I was taught (and you were probably too) that the soleus is a postural muscle, right?Wrong!It does so much more than this!!!Listen to this week's podcast episode to find out what important roles it does do...And why this is important for injury (and you injury management).Enjoy the show!Andy Barker The New Grad Physio MentorPS. Want to learn more about the calf, the soleus, gastroc and all the other important calf muscles...So you know everything you need to know to assess, treat and rehab calf injuries, then do not miss this free webinar…‘Calf Injury Management - From The Bed Back To The Field’PPS. Missed the show?Head here to learn how to access my new grad physio programme and this special calf webinar replay!

Stop. Asking. For. A Job.It is almost the the worst thing you can do...As it almost always does not work.Listen to this week's podcast episode to learn what to do instead...To open doors to your next job (or placement)!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad PhysioPS. Want some more career help?Then check out this free training webinar...Revealed! How To Stand Out To Get Your Dream Placement or Job Even If You Have No Connections & Without Having To Wait To Get Years Of Experience.On this webinar you will discover…- The #1 Reason You Do Not Get A Reply To Your Emails Asking For A Placement Or A Job & How To Fix This- [Non-Physio’s] Why Going Back To Uni To Study An MSc Physio Degree Could Be A Total Waste Of Time & The Most Costly (££££) Mistake You Ever Make- Why You Need To Identify What Your Dream Job Is Early (And Go After It) Or Miss Any Chance That You Might Have On Ever Achieving This Role- What 99% of Students & New Grads Are Doing Wrong When It Comes To Writing Their CV & Cover Letters- The 6 Step Process You Need To Follow To Stand Out From The Crowd, Get Ahead Of Your Peers & Accelerate Your Career Faster Than You Ever Though PossibleThis is my most watched training webinar of all time!And you can watch it right now for free right here.

Beware of the 'simple' ankle sprain!This week's podcast episode might often your eyes as to what you might be missing when it comes to ankle injury rehab.Even minor ankle injuries can cause big issues in the future, if they are not managed correctly!Make sure you don't make the same mistake!!!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. In the episode I referred to some stats and facts around lateral ankles injuries.To read more check out these links...40% of people develop chronic ankle instability Repeated sprains and potential long-term and disabling conditions After an ankle sprain, reaction time is delayed.Evidence suggests that delaying rehab (>4 weeks) after the initial injury significantly increases risk of ankle instability later.A large study (195,000+ patients) found that among people with ankle sprain, a modest but significant proportion developed ankle OA over time.Structural changes to the ankle (inc joint/bony injury) are often evident on imaging, even after low-moderate grade lateral ankle sprains, suggesting tissue and joint changes happen earlier than might be assumed.PPS. Want to fast-track your ankle knowledge and skills to treat even the most trickiest of ankle injuries?Then head to newradphysio.com/membership to find out more about my programme and once inside I’ll signpost you to my special ankle injury module.

Miss my recent knee injury webinar?Don't worry!In this week's podcast I summarise all the key takeaways including...- Knee Anatomy (Why This Is Important To Knee Injury Diagnosis & Management)- Mechanisms of Injury Inc The Ones That You Might Not Expect- Special Testing- Knee Bracing Protocols - Early, Mid & Late Stage Knee Rehab Hope it helps!Andy BarkerThe New Grad PhysioPS. Want to access the replay for this knee injury masterclass webinar?Then head here to find out how.PPS. Got a questions?Feel free to email me directly (andy@newgradphysio.com) or DM me on my socials...InstagramFacebookLinkedIn

Pain and actual tissue injury are sometimes not all that well matched.Just because something is really painful does not mean a longer prognosis...Or an injury with little or no pain, does not always correlate to a minor injury.Pain is important... And it is something you need to manage with every patient you see.But why are some injuries much more painful than others, irrespective of actual tissue damage?Listen to this week's podcast to find out...Apple Podcasts SpotifyThe podcast is also available on all the usual platforms…Just search’ New Grad Physio Podcast.’Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. I'll be taking all about knee pain in next weeks's free webinar...MCL Knee Injury Masterclass.Monday 22nd September 2025.19:00-20:00 (BST).Register your free place right here.

This is a great mindset to have as a new grad physio...That will not only keep you (and your patient's) safe...But help you simplify your assessments, treatments and rehab planning...To get consistent positive patient results...Well beyond your level of experience!Patient care need not be complex.Learn more in this week's podcast episode!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. I'll be simplifying MCL injury management, including the assessment, treatment and rehab of these specific injuries, in my upcoming online MCL Knee Injury Masterclass.You can find out all the details and register your free place right here.PPS. Missed the show?The replay is available inside my new grad physio membership.Find out how to get access here.