Physio Network

In this episode Ian Gatt discusses why pain lingers in hands and wrists and how to approach these injuries in the clinic. We covered diagnosis, prognosis, imaging and using updated frameworks and narratives to this often overlooked area in physiotherapy.Ian 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. Further, he provides private consultations on the Upper Limb. Ian has a passion for teaching and delivering regular workshops, webinars, and at conferences on diverse topics linked to Upper Limb sport injuries.Want to learn more about hand and wrist injuries? Ian recently did a Masterclass with us on the Sporting Hand and Wrist. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/the-sporting-hand-wrist/Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode Amy Arundale covers subjective, objective and exercise based criteria to return someone to running post ACL reconstruction. We also covered traditional concepts like limb symmetry index but also more novel ideas like the “quiet knee” and screening for movement quality.Dr. Amy Arundale (PhD) is a researcher and an experienced sports physical therapist, having most recently worked with the Brooklyn Nets. Amy completed her PhD under Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler investigating primary and secondary ACL injury prevention as well as career length and return to sport in soccer players. Amy has also been significantly involved in the APTA and AASPT, including serving as chair of the AASPT’s membership committee, Director of the APTA’s Student Assembly, and as a member of the APTA’s Leadership Development Committee.Want to dive deeper into this topic? Amy has done a brilliant Masterclass with on us 'return to play'. You can watch here whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/return-to-play/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

On today's episode we explore hip pathologies and definitions around CAM morphology, pincer and FAI with Dr. Andrea Mosler. We covered the diagnosis, signs and symptoms of each and what to do about them. We also explored what the literature is showing us around reducing groin pain for athletes by implementing strengthening protocols.Dr. Andrea Mosler is a specialist sports physiotherapist and research fellow at La Trobe University. She completed her PhD on risk factors for hip/groin pain in professional male football players. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Andrea has done a brilliant Masterclass with on us 'groin pain in athletes'. You can watch here whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/groin-pain-in-athletes/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode Jo Gibson speaks to the latest evidence on shoulders and why our assessment and treatment of shoulders has changed. She shares practical pearls on how she now assesses the shoulder and the words Jo uses that are more in line with an updated narrative. Jo Gibson is a Clinical Physiotherapy Specialist at the Liverpool Upper Limb Unit based at the Royal Liverpool Hospital, UK. She lectures both nationally and internationally about rehabilitation of the shoulder.Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

On today’s episode we talked to Tom Jesson about defining and diagnosing radicular pain. Radicular pain is a relatively common condition encountered in clinical practice, however there is still a lot of confusion surrounding it. Hopefully this episode will clear up some of that confusion. Tom Jesson is a physiotherapist with extensive experience in musculoskeletal primary care and chronic pain. He has written extensively on the topics of radicular pain, chronic pain and clinical reasoning. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Tom recently did a brilliant Masterclass with on us assessing and managing radicular pain. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/assessing-and-managing-radicular-pain/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode we spoke to  Dr. Greg Lehman about how clinicians can use existing concepts of core stability, timing and TrA training in a more modern way.Greg is a physiotherapist, chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist treating musculoskeletal disorders within a biopsychosocial model. He teaches continuing education courses to health and fitness professionals through out the world.  His course 'Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science and Running Resiliency' have been taught more than 60 times in more than 40 locations world wide.Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode we spoke with Claire Minshull about the research around strength training for knee osteoarthritis. We also discussed the wide range of “knee strengthening” protocols in the research and what Claire thinks is best practice now as far as exercise selection goes.Claire Minshull is one of the most highly respected and research active rehabilitation and conditioning specialists in the UK. She has worked in the field of sports medicine and health for 20 years as a Senior Lecturer, Researcher, Consultant and as a Practitioner. She has designed, led and managed major clinical and nonclinical research trials, supervised several PhD students, and has published over 30 research papers in leading peer-reviewed sports medicine journals.Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode we spoke with Claire Robertson on how to diagnosis and treat the stubborn Hoffa's fat pad.Claire (Patella) Robertson obtained her MSc Physiotherapy, in 2003, and PGCE in 2006. She has worked in the NHS, academia and private practice. Claire currently runs a specialist patellofemoral clinic at Wimbledon Clinics. On top of that she has lectured internationally and has many research papers and editorials published in internationally peer-reviewed journals.Claire recently did a brilliant Masterclass on Patellofemoral pain with us. Learn more about her class here: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/patellofemoral-pain/Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode of Physio Explained we covered the assessment and treatment of hamstring tears with physiotherapist Dr. Nicol Van Dyk. We covered how to assess a hamstring tear, including the relevance of palpation and strength testing. We also discussed what to include in our strength programs from Nordics to early eccentrics to return to running.Nicol van Dyk is a physiotherapist and clinical researcher with the Irish Rugby Football Union. In 2018 Nicol completed his PhD on hamstring injuries. During this time Nicol was a physiotherapist at the Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital.Nicol did a 3hr Masterclass with us on Optimal Loading of Muscle injuries. Check it out here: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/optimal-loading-of-muscle-injuries/Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode we spoke to Dr. Teddy Willsey about using force data and objective data to make better decisions with our patients. Teddy goes into force development and rate of force development using plates as well as how best to use inline and hand held dynamometry. Learn how you can pair visuals and subjectives with objective data.Dr. Teddy Willsey is a sports medicine focused physical therapist and private practice owner in Rockville, Maryland. Teddy has an interest in working with high level athletes and return to sport rehab. In addition to practicing PT, Teddy speaks and teaches publicly, writes and blogs regularly, and posts on social media daily.👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts:https://www.physio-network.com/