In the special edition of KIMEcast we are joined by Dr. Hunter Hunter Greene Dr. Greene is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a member of the California Orthopaedic Association and the Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine. As part of Dr. Greene's practice, he serves on the board of Positive Coaching Alliance, an organization dedicated to teaching young athletes life lessons through sports. In his role with Positive Coaching Alliance, Dr. Greene emphasizes injury prevention with the athletes. Dr. Greene is also a reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine.

Training youth athletes is both an exciting opportunity and a significant responsibility. During adolescence, young athletes experience critical growth and development phases that shape their physical abilities, coordination, and long-term health. This episode of KIMEcast explores key strategies to support youth athletes through their formative years, focusing on movement mastery, injury prevention, and the long-term benefits of tailored strength and functional training programs.

In this episode of KIMEcast Tony & Russ discuss how our daily nutrition influences how our bodies function, recover, and perform. Beyond fueling energy, the right dietary choices can alleviate chronic pain, bolster recovery, and optimize physical and mental performance. Listen in as we explore insights drawn from emerging research and evidence-backed practices.

Here's a replay of Episode 21 of KIMEcast, where we host Johnny Owens. Johnny has been applying Blood Flow Restriction Technology clinically since 2012 and credits the modality with significant strength recovery in more than 300 patients. He has been published extensively in peer-reviewed literature explaining the science behind this technology. He studied blood flow restriction and worked in the military for 10 years, treating service members suffering severe musculoskeletal trauma. Johnny is the expert we turn to for up-to-date information on Blood Flow Restriction. On this episode, we discuss the benefits and science of blood flow restriction, what injuries you can use this with, and the future of virtual reality in both physical and mental rehabilitation.

Tony and Russ are joined by special guest Ian Book, longtime friend and winningest Quarter Back in Notre Dame history shares his arm care routines along with the workouts that keep him NFL ready.

In this episode of KIMEcast Tony & Russ discuss the importance of regulating the mind and body. Finding strategies to manage stress in a chaotic world.

Physical therapists play a critical role in sports medicine, helping athletes recover from injuries and return to play as safely and quickly as possible. In this episode of KIMEcast Tony and Russ discuss KIME strategies for reducing injury recurrence and improving rehabilitation outcomes, with insights into professional practice challenges, such as delayed rehabilitation and resource accessibility. They also discuss Navigating Professional Challenges in Physical Therapy and share their thoughts on the APTA and services in the profession.

In this episode of KIMEcast Tony & Russ take us through rehab for a throwing shoulder, return to fitness (hyper-mobile) back and a patella issue with some real return to sport concerns.

In this episode of KIMEcast Tony & Russ review injuries in professional sports news and discuss what it will take for the athletes to return to sport. They reflect on their own injuries and Tony makes a stunning announcement for 2025!

Tony & Russ take the team to a cadaver lab and discuss the importance for physical therapists to understand the surgical tools, techniques and equipment involved in surgery today. Therapists should read surgical reports, be informed on surgical procedures and stay abreast of surgical advancements to prepare for their clients.