Gray Institute Podcast

Join three leading experts from Gray Institute—Dr. Gary Gray, Dr. David Tiberio, and Dr. Andrea Wasylow—as they explore the complexities of pain from a functional movement perspective. Listen in to discover how neuromechanics, holistic assessment, and patient education converge to help reduce discomfort and improve overall function. Whether you’re a physical therapist, athletic trainer, or personal trainer, this conversation offers practical insights for tackling the deeper drivers of pain rather than just masking symptoms.

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Todd Wright, Vice President of Player Performance for the LA Clippers and founder of Train 4 The Game, shares his journey of redefining performance training and injury recovery using principles of Applied Functional Science®. Todd recounts compelling stories of working with elite athletes and resolving chronic pain through advanced biomechanics, innovative training strategies, and a relentless pursuit of improvement. With an emphasis on integrating manual therapy, movement assessments, and authentic environments, Todd’s insights inspire professionals to rethink traditional approaches and embrace cutting-edge solutions for enhancing

Todd became a Fellow of Applied Functional Science (a.k.a. "GIFT Fellow) through the Gray Institute® for Functional Transformation (GIFT) mentorship, where he formed a deep understanding of Chain Reaction® biomechanics and Functional Manual Reaction.

Michael Kane, founder of Pro-Motion Physical Therapy, shares how decades of experience, creativity, and a commitment to lifelong learning have shaped his approach to patient care. Michael explores the concept of consilience—bridging diverse disciplines like anatomy, physiology, movement science, and manual therapy—to create tailored solutions that empower patients. He emphasizes the critical role of listening, communication, and collaboration in achieving meaningful outcomes, offering valuable insights for professionals dedicated to transforming lives through movement.

Links:

Pro-Motion Physical Therapy (Michael's Clinic)

Gray Institute® for Functional Transformation (GIFT)

The Gray Institute Podcast. July 2022. "Traditional Muscle Function vs. Functional Muscle Function"

Muscles, just like joints, move in three planes of motion.  Muscles react to joint motions.  The human body functions as an integrated system - not isolated parts.  The effects of muscles are considered beyond the anatomical joint or joints that a particular muscle may cross.  Expanding our thinking beyond what is taught traditionally (one plane, isolated, table-based) into what functionally is true opens up endless possibilities for Assessment, Treatment, Training, and Prevention.

In this podcast, Dr. Gary Gray will discuss and deliver the following topics:

1. All Muscle Function is Context-Dependent.

2. Functional Drivers that Activate Muscles.

3. Three-Dimensionality of Functional Muscle Function.  

4. "Econcentrics" - Muscles Functioning Eccentric and Concentric at the Same Time.

5. The Abdominals, Hamstrings, Quads, IT Bands, and More.

The Transverse Plane of Motion is vital to our daily function, as well as in sports, performance training, rehab, and prevention.  However, this plane of motion tends to be overlooked.  Unsurprisingly, this is also the plane of motion where injuries occur all too often.  In this episode, many techniques will be presented that could be easily incorporated and utilized in training/performance, rehab, and prevention programs.

Doug Gray will discuss and deliver the following topics:

1. Chain Reaction® Biomechanics and the Transverse Plane ... Looking at the joints and what happens in gait.  To view the Sneak Peek on content related to this topic, please click on the "Play Button" below.

2. Principles and Strategies for the Transverse Plane ... Looking at the Functional Movement Spectrum and its implications.

3. Techniques for the Transverse Plane ... Looking at 11+ techniques highlighting and enhancing the Transverse Plane. 

Low back pain, like many dysfunctions and injuries, is the result of a cause elsewhere in the body.  Understanding - and applying - biomechanics is paramount in preventing, treating, and training the all-important low back.

In this podcast, Dr. Gary Gray will discuss and deliver the following topics:

Let's get to the point: Keeping the knee over the foot will not work, is not functional, and not the way to go when treating and training - and doing our best to prevent injury to - the ACL.

In this SPECIAL podcast, Gray Institute® is pulling and delivering significant content from its Chain Reaction® seminar on the ACL.  This includes functional biomechanics and applications (movement progressions) ... because these topics must be integrated when it comes to the ACL (and the rest of the body).

In PART 1, Dr. Gary Gray brilliantly delivers the following topics:

What truly causes the ACL to tear ... Understanding and appreciating the anatomy of the ACL and the body's influence on this vital part.

The "Distal Knee" and the "Proximal Knee" ... How the foot and the hip influence and impact the ACL.

The function of the Trunk ... How the thoracic spine influences and impacts the ACL. 

Gray Institute Podcast. March 2, 2022. The Overlooked Importance of the Foot / Ankle: Functional Biomechanics & Application.

The following topics will be facilitated by Dr. Gary Gray, Vahan Agbabian, Ernie Muntean, and Doug Gray:

1. Introduction of Gray Institute's Foot / Ankle specialization and how this is a missing piece to any Movement Professional's toolbox. 

2. Functional Biomechanics of the Subtalar Joint and its effects on the rest of the body.

3. Practical applications related to Ankle Sprains, Achilles Tendonitis, and Plantar Fasciitis.

In this podcast the following topics will be facilitated by Dr. Gary Gray, Doug Gray, and Todd Wright (VP of Player Operations | Assistant Coach, LA Clippers | Founder, Train 4 The Game in Austin, TX | Gray Institute GIFT Fellow):

1. Current trends for training, prevention, and rehab of hamstrings. 

2. Chain Reaction® Biomechanics of hamstrings and how this relates to training, prevention, and rehab.

3. Practical applications / movements to enhance function of hamstrings and the rest of the body.

In this podcast, the following topics will be facilitated by Dr. Gary Gray, Andrea Wasylow, and Doug Gray:

1. What Evidence-Based Practice is and how it has impacted the world of human movement for Rehabilitation, Performance, and Prevention. 

2. How Applied Functional Science® provides a structure for Evidence-Based Practice and what this looks like for enhanced outcomes for Patients and Clients.

3. Chain Reaction® Biomechanics and Movement Solutions for the Anterior Hip, Posterior Hip, Medial Hip, and Lateral Hip.