Forward Physio

In this in-depth interview, shoulder specialist Ellie Richardson shares her expertise on shoulder dislocations, including diagnosis, damages, treatment options, and rehab strategies. Gain insights into decision-making for surgery versus conservative management and learn how to optimize patient outcomes.Ellie Richardson is a specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist in the UK with a clinical focus on shoulder rehabilitation and complex upper-limb injuries. She has extensive experience working across the NHS, private practice, and high-performance sport, collaborating closely with orthopaedic surgeons on the management of shoulder instability and post-operative rehab. Ellie also teaches internationally on shoulder assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-sport testing. Before becoming a physiotherapist, she competed as an elite track cyclist, representing Great Britain and Scotland, which informs her performance-focused approach to rehabilitation.----Ellie's InstagramEllie's Twitter----Noah's InstagramNoah's WebsiteFor questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Taylor Goldberg joined Noah to discuss hypermobility disorders, separating fact from misconception, exploring diagnosis and treatment, and examining the wide-ranging impact these conditions can have on those who live with them.Taylor is a chiropractor and educator with a special interest in hypermobility disorders. Her work focuses on improving understanding, diagnosis, and management of conditions such as Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes through evidence-informed practice and patient-centered education.----https://thehypermobilechiro.com/Taylor's Instagram ----Noah's InstagramNoah's WebsiteFor questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

In this solo episode, Noah breaks down a new trial that showed core stabilization exercises were better than "conventional physiotherapy" exercises... and why he is skeptical about it. Enjoy!------Noah's InstagramFor questions and business inquires: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

In this discussion with Adam Meakins, a skilled physiotherapist and educator, he addresses his approach to clinical reasoning through three intriguing case studies. Adam tackles controversial online critiques and shares practical insights into managing low back pain and diabetes-related frozen shoulder. He emphasizes the importance of graded exposure, realistic recovery timelines, and the role of corticosteroid injections. Additionally, he highlights how to gently shift patient beliefs and the significance of addressing underlying metabolic issues.

Q Willey and Noah discuss the critical aspects of change of direction in rehabilitation, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking in physiotherapy. He explains how change of direction is essential for athletes returning from injury and how it can be integrated into rehab programs.Q has an undergraduate in Exercise Science, a Master's in Exercise Physiology, and is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Strength and Conditioning Coach. He has a background working with varsity athletes and is well known for his critical thinking and evidence-based perspectives on rehab and performance.----https://www.findphysiotherapy.com/Q's LinktreeQ's Instagram ----Noah's InstagramNoah's WebsiteFor questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Steph Mundt, a physical therapist and running coach who founded Volante PT & Performance, discusses bone stress injuries from her personal and clinical perspective. She covers causes like low energy availability and training spikes. Conversation includes screening strategies, imaging choices, offloading and rehab timelines, safe progressions back to running, and preventing recurrence.

Erik Meira joined Noah for the second time on Forward Physio to discuss the principles of early rehab for Achilles rupture repairs.Erik is a physical therapist and educator who is well known for being the first person to start a podcast related to physical therapy back in 2011. Clinically, Erik mainly works with collegiate and professional level athletes. He has authored several articles and textbook chapters, has been a keynote speaker at large conferences, and hosts a variety of courses both in person and online. He is the owner of TheSciencePT.com and the creator of the Elite Rehab Conferences, which currently include conferences on basketball, football, soccer, and hockey. Fun fact: Erik is also a pilot! Enjoy!https://thesciencept.com/https://eliterehabconferences.com/Erik's TwitterErik's Instagram----Noah's InstagramNoah's WebsiteFor questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

In this enlightening conversation, guest Alec Blenis, a hybrid athlete and coach, delves into the critical role of cardio in health and longevity. He busts myths around training styles, revealing aerobic conditioning as a top predictor of lifespan. Alec explains the importance of understanding fitness metrics like VO₂ max and the benefits of mixed training for optimal health. With practical advice on individualizing cardio routines and embracing a balanced approach, he empowers listeners to train smarter and enhance their resilience.

Ben Cormack, a seasoned physiotherapist and founder of Cor-Kinetic, shifts the conversation from traditional biomechanics to a more holistic, biological view of pain. He discusses the biopsychosocial model, emphasizing how lifestyle and social factors can shape pain experiences. Cormack highlights the stress-immune connection and champions moderate exercise for pain management. He advocates for reframing pain as part of the healing process, urging practitioners to consider patient communication and holistic care in their approaches.

Blake Withers is a Podiatrist, PhD candidate, and lecturer at the University of New Castle where he teaches about biomechanics, rehab, podiatry, and foot orthotics.He is a regular speaker at the National Podiatry Conference, Sports Medicine Australia, and Sports & Exercise Podiatry events, and has presented internationally in Singapore and the UK. Blake also is the co-host of the Sports Medicine Project podcast, a popular podcast on rehab, pain, and injury.Enjoy!-------Sport Medicine Project PodcastBlake's Instagram------Noah's InstagramNoah's WebsiteFor questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com