In this episode with Ellie Richardson, we explore a case study on a real patient of hers who presented to the clinic with shoulder instability. We discuss: 

• The importance of the patient’s subjective history
• Evidence-based outcome measures used in shoulder instability
• Gaps in current practice in treatment of shoulder instability
• Strength and conditioning terminology and it’s use in shoulder instability

This episode is closely tied to Ellie’s case study she did with us. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients.

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Ellie is a Clinical Shoulder Specialist with extensive experience across MSK, orthopaedics, and sport, including work in the NHS, private practice, TASS networks, and with national sports bodies. She holds a first-class BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, a postgraduate diploma in orthopaedic medicine, and an MSc (Distinction) in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Ellie is also an active member in the British Elbow & Shoulder Society (BESS). Ellie has published in BMJ Sports and Exercise Medicine and contributed to The Shoulder: Theory and Practice. She is a former elite-level track cyclist who represented Scotland and Great Britain.

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In this episode with Laura Fazzari, we explore the topic of concussion. We discuss:

• The broad scope of symptoms within concussion
• Full VOMS assessment (both with and without equipment) 
• Evidence based treatment and preventative measures for concussion
• Return to play from concussion

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Laura Fazzari is an APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist with more than 15 years of experience in private practice, hospital settings, and elite sport. She has extensive expertise in managing a broad spectrum of injuries and rehabilitation needs, with particular interests in sports injury management, concussion care, and post-operative rehabilitation. Over the past decade, Laura has worked closely with elite athletes, including positions with AFL teams like the St Kilda Football Club and high-level cricket programs. 

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In this episode with Dr Andrea Mosler, we discuss some great clinical pearls when assessing and treating groin pain. We explore:

• Assessment tools to explore impairments
• Categorisation of groin related groin pain
• Battery of tests for differential diagnosis
• Top tips for the objective examination

This episode is closely tied to Andrea’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.

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Dr. Andrea Mosler is a Specialist Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist and a Senior Research Fellow (Athlete Health) at the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre. Her current research focuses on hip and groin pain, injury prevention, and women's participation in sport. She completed her PhD on risk factors for hip and groin pain in professional male footballers while working at Aspetar in Qatar, where she held roles as Senior Physiotherapist and Head of Continuing Medical Education/Professional Development. 

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Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network

In this episode, we discuss some of the clinical challenges of pelvic pain. We explore: 

• What is the driver to pelvic pain
• How do we connect pelvic health with whole body function? 
• Landscape of pelvic pain research
• Can pelvic pain be resolved? 
• What strategies can be most effective in treating pelvic pain? 

Want to learn more about pelvic pain? Dr Sandy Hilton has done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Pelvic Pain: A Clinical Course from Pain to Pleasure” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 

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Dr. Sandy Hilton is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and co-founder of Entropy Physiotherapy in Chicago, where she specializes in treating complex pelvic pain and provides education and mentorship to healthcare professionals. With a strong focus on chronic pain and pain science, she teaches internationally and has co-authored the book Why Pelvic Pain Hurts. Sandy has held leadership roles within the American Physical Therapy Association and currently serves on the Abdominal and Pelvic Pain SIG of the International Association for the Study of Pain. She also co-hosts the podcast Pain Science and Sensibility, translating research into clinical practice.

Bill Taylor is a highly experienced Physiotherapist with nearly 40 years in the field and over 25 years specializing in pelvic dysfunction, particularly male pelvic floor issues. He is internationally recognized for his expertise and has contributed to leading textbooks on chronic pelvic pain and pelvic girdle assessment. Bill has a strong background in manual and exercise therapy, teaches extensively across Europe, and mentors students while lecturing at several UK universities. He also serves as a Clinical Director in Edinburgh, continues to work with dancers, and holds leadership roles on professional and charitable boards related to pelvic health.

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Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network

In this episode with Scott Greenberg, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a gymnast who had an Achilles rupture and went down the surgical path. We discuss: 

• How to determine surgical vs conservative management
• The key indicators of success for surgical management
• Return to sport after surgical management

This episode is closely tied to Scott’s case study he did with us. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients.

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Scott Greenberg is a physical therapist at UF Health with a doctorate in physical therapy, an MBA, and certifications in strength and conditioning. He is also the co founder of The Gait Geeks educational resource and a Certified Performance & Sports Scientist. He works with Division 1, professional, and Olympic athletes, focusing on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance, while also serving as director of UF Health’s physical therapy residency programs and emphasising strong personal connections with his patients.

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In this episode we discuss the topic of dual tasking. We explore: 

• The definition of dual tasking 
• How we can utilise dual tasking in sports, orthopaedic and return to work with our patients 
• Dosage & delivery of dual tasking 
• Dual tasking vs multitasking  

Want to learn more about dual tasking? Dr Mike Studer recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Uniting Cognitive and Physical Fitness with Dual Tasking” where he goes into further depth on this topic. 

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Dr. Mike Studer, a physical therapist since 1991 and board-certified in neurologic PT since 1995, is an internationally recognized expert in rehabilitation, having spoken across all 50 U.S. states, 12 countries, and 4 continents. He teaches at Touro University and the University of Nevada Las Vegas and has been honored as Clinician of the Year by both the Neurologic and Geriatric Academies of the APTA. In 2020, he was named a Catherine Worthingham Fellow, the highest recognition in the field of physical therapy. Dr. Studer holds a trademark and patent pending in dual task rehabilitation, and has published extensively, including over 40 articles and 7 book chapters.  

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Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network

In this episode, we dive into a lively and at times heated discussion around the clinical challenges of non-specific low back pain. This isn’t your typical clinical chat — expect strong opinions, sharp insights, and some friendly disagreement as we explore:

• Is non-specific low back pain even a real diagnosis?
• What impact does a diagnosis (or lack of one) have on our patients?
• The current state of research in low back pain — and where it’s still falling short

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Dr Mark Laslett is a New Zealand Board Registered Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Specialist (NZRPS), based in Christchurch, New Zealand. He’s a former manipulative therapy instructor for the New Zealand Manipulative Physiotherapists Association and AUT University, as well as a former international instructor for the McKenzie Institute International. Mark completed his PhD from Linköping University (Sweden) in 2005, with clinical research focused on the diagnostic accuracy of examination for patients with chronic low back pain.

Greg Lehman is a physiotherapist, chiropractor, and strength and conditioning specialist who treats musculoskeletal disorders within a biopsychosocial model. He previously served as an assistant professor at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, teaching graduate-level Spine Biomechanics and Instrumentation. Greg has conducted over 20 research experiments and supervised more than 50 students. 

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In this episode with Helen Welch we explore some of the complexities in Primary Health Care. We discuss:

• Role of a first contact physio and the types of patients they see
• Expectations of First Contact Physios (FCP’s)
• The importance of managing these patients in a holistic manner
• Burnout and the impact of this on FCP’s 
• How to get involved as a FCP

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Helen Welch is a consultant MSK physiotherapist and First Contact Practitioner (FCP) lead in the West Belfast Federation, where she oversees advanced MSK assessment and management. With extensive postgraduate training, Helen is a non-medical independent prescriber, qualified in joint and soft tissue injections, and a CASE-accredited MSK sonographer skilled in ultrasound-guided interventions. A former Chair of the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP), Helen has played a key role in shaping national MSK practice standards through her leadership in the UK MSK partnership group.

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In this episode with Tom Jesson, we discuss everything about sciatica. We explore:

• Definition of sciatica
• What conditions might masquerade as sciatica
• Diagnostic signs of sciatica

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Tom Jesson is a physiotherapist specialising in lumbar radicular pain, aka sciatica. He has written numerous books, articles and peer-reviewed publications on nerve root pain, and lectured internationally. In his writing, he takes confusing and complicated topics and makes them vivid and clear.

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In this episode with Dr Stacey Hardin, we explore an interesting case study of a 25 year old soccer player who sustained a groin injury during match play. We cover:

• Subjective history
• On-field examination 
• Differential diagnosis within this body area
• Objective history
• Surgical vs conservative management 
• Role of MRI in the management of this injury
• Role of multidisciplinary management

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Dr Stacey Hardin is a physical therapist and athletic trainer based in the United States. She has worked in elite soccer for over 10 years and currently works as the Director of Medical for Bay FC. In addition to her work in professional soccer, Hardin is actively involved in applied research and education.

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Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network