Physio Network

In this episode with Ben, we discuss the role of nutrition in the management of Osteoarthritis. We cover how and why weight loss can be an effective treatment strategy and how we can implement this appropriately in our Physiotherapy treatment sessions. Finally, we cover the role of essential nutrients and different supplementation in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Want to learn more about nutrition in Physiotherapy? Ben recently did a very insightful Masterclass with us called Nutrition 101 for Physiotherapists where he goes into further depth on nutrition in Physiotherapy. 👉🏻 You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-steele-turnerBen Steele-Turner is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist based in the United Kingdom. Ben completed his Human Nutrition MSc in 2018 and has a particular interest surrounding the interplay between nutrition and musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation.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👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

Luke Murray, a physical therapist specializing in treating patellofemoral pain, shares 5 valuable tips for managing this condition in a podcast. Topics include the significance of exercise beyond biomechanics, exploring the link between pain and weakness in knee problems, debunking myths about VMO activation, and discussing the psychological aspect of pain in treatment strategies.

In this Episode with Dr Ian Gatt, we discuss a paper that he recently did a research review on covering wrist pain in adolescents. We cover the protocol that they used in the paper, potential limitations and how the outcomes should affect our Physiotherapy practice. 👉🏻  See Ian’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-gattIan is the Head of Performance & Lead Physiotherapist for GB Boxing, with 20+ years of experience in a variety of sports. He is an Upper Limb Injury Specialist with the English Institute of Sport, with a keen interest in Hands & Wrists.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👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode Dr Sandy Hilton shares with us how we can approach pelvic pain in a more healthy manner as young clinicians. Including how we can help people without internal assessments and even without internal treatments. She describes it as a spectrum of information gathering.👉🏻 See Sandy’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-hiltonSandy graduated from Pacific University (Oregon) in 1988 with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Des Moines University in December 2013. She has worked in multiple settings across the US with a neurologic and orthopedic emphasis including a focus in pelvic rehabilitation for pain and dysfunction.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 Michael Rizk (@ThatPhysioGuy)👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode with Dr Chris Bleakley, we discuss his Research Review of a recent article looking at the Ottawa Ankle Rules. We discuss the components of the Ottawa Ankle Rules and how they can be used in your clinical practice to help guide your treatments. We also discuss the clinical accuracy of the Ottawa ankle rules and what the findings of this systematic review were. 👉 See Chris’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-bleakleyDr Chris Bleakley is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Senior Lecturer in the Ulster University. He is a leading academic physiotherapist and has published extensively in the field of ankle injuries. Chris enjoys teaching research methods to health science students, and he continues his clinical work at the RE:Play Physiotherapy Clinic in Belfast, Northern IrelandIf 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👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode with Dr Julia Treleaven, we cover what to look for in the subjective assessment to distinguish where someone's head and neck symptoms may be coming from. She covered what muscles may be giving us clues and what tests can be helpful. Julia then went into how different sensorimotor control exercises can be helpful as both assessments and treatments.This episode is closely tied to Julia’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster. 👉  Watch Julia’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-treleavenDr Julia Treleaven is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Queensland. She has been researching whiplash and neck pain since 2000 and in 2004 completed her PhD focusing on the necks influence on sensorimotor control. She has continued her research in this area in idiopathic neck pain, headache, the elderly and post concussion. 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 Michael Rizk (@ThatPhysioGuy)👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode with Charlie, we discuss the definition of sciatica and explore differential diagnoses which can present with a similar presentation to sciatica. He also takes us through what would increase our suspicion of alternative causes of posterior leg pain and when it may be appropriate for us to refer the patient on to further care.   Want to learn more about Sciatica? Charlie recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us, called “Spine-related leg pain: from root causes to treatment strategies” where he goes into further depth on different causes of posterior leg pain. 👉 You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-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 can be found at @thethreadphysio. 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👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode with Dr Leanne Bisset, we discuss the assessment and management of elbow pain. We discuss elbow anatomy and how this makes the joint different from treating other parts of the body. We also discuss acute vs chronic elbow issues and how these need to be treated appropriately and how and when imaging can be used for diagnosis. This episode is closely tied to Leanne’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster. 👉🏻 Watch Leanne’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-bissetDr Leanne Bisset is an Associate Professor and Academic Lead in Physiotherapy at Griffith University. She is also a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists. Dr Bisset's combined academic and clinical track record is underpinned by her clinical and research experience in chronic musculoskeletal pain. 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👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this podcast, they discuss the evolution of manual therapy in physiotherapy, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and clinical reasoning. They explore the role of manual therapy in back pain treatment, debunking misconceptions and highlighting the benefits of combining it with active exercises for better outcomes. The podcast also delves into providing quality care in private practice and the challenges faced in managing chronic conditions.

Dr Christina Le, physiotherapist, discusses the use of bracing in ACL reconstruction patients and highlights recent research findings that show no difference in outcomes between using a brace and not using a brace. The podcast explores the ongoing debate on bracing procedures and the need for further studies. The highlights and limitations of different bracing options are also discussed, with the suggestion that bracing may not be necessary based on the evidence.