Physio Network

In this episode with Laura Opstedal, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of hers - the rehabilitation of a basketball player who sustained an ACL injury and underwent ACL reconstruction using patella tendon graft. We cover:

• How the injury occurred & this player's previous ACL injury history
• The rehabilitation process - including use of KPI’s and force capacity testing
• Working through “mishaps” in rehabilitation
• Deceleration vs acceleration exposure in ACL rehabilitation

This episode is closely tied to Laura’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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Laura Opstedal, PT, DPT, began her physical therapy career in 2001 after graduating from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. She is dual board certified in Orthopaedics and Sports, a USA Weightlifting Level 2 coach, and founded Build Physio & Performance in 2019 and Build Gym in 2024 in Bozeman, Montana. Her expertise spans ACL rehabilitation, bone stress injuries, complex knee issues, injury management in high-performance athletes, and the use of advanced testing technologies. 

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In this episode with Dr Steven Kamper we discuss an interesting new paper on the effects of various treatments for low back pain vs placebo. We explore:

• Limitations and strengths of the paper
• The key findings of this research
• Clinical takeaways to use in your practice
• And more!

👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/kamper-podcast

Dr Steven Kamper is Professor of Allied Health at the School of Health Sciences and Nepean Blue Mountains Local health District. He has over 190 publications in peer-reviewed journals, has presented his work in >10 countries, and received >$5 million in competitive research funding from Australia, Ireland, Canada, and Norway. Steve is senior editor of the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, associate editor in the Cochrane Back and Neck Group, Vice-chair of the Executive Organising Committee of the International Back and Neck Pain Forum. 

Reference to article -  Cashin AG, Furlong BM, Kamper SJ, et al (2025) Analgesic effects of non-surgical and non-interventional treatments for low back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of placebo-controlled randomised trials. BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine, 30, 222-232.

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Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network

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In this episode with Luke Murray we discuss Paul Ingraham’s e-book on plantar fasciitis. We cover:

• Common causes of plantar fasciitis
• Is stretching effective for plantar fasciitis?
• Strengthening for the treatment of plantar fasciitis
• And more!

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Luke is a Specialist Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapist who has previously worked for Arsenal Football Club, London Irish Rugby Club & the National Health Service. Luke was a Strength & Conditioning intern at Chiefs Super Rugby & Rowing New Zealand throughout the 2014 season. He has a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science from University of Limerick in Ireland and MSc in Physiotherapy at the University of Brighton in England.

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Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network

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In this episode with Dr Sophie Heywood, we discuss the role of aquatic physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions. We explore: 

• What does the evidence say about aquatic based physiotherapy? 
• What does aquatic physiotherapy involve?
• Populations which do well in the pool compared to on land
• Role of aquatic physiotherapy in chronic pain
• Importance of progressive overload
• Role of “drag” in the pool 

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Dr Sophie Heywood is a Titled sports and exercise physiotherapist who has completed a PhD in clinical reasoning, biomechanics and functional aquatic exercise for people with knee osteoarthritis. She currently works at St Vincent’s Hospital, the Melbourne Sports Medicine Centre and Hydro Functional Fitness, and oversees the foundational and advanced training in aquatic physiotherapy at the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

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Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network

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In this episode, we discuss manual therapy. We explore: 

• Patient expectations of manual therapy
• How does manual therapy work? 
• Current evidence for manual therapy
• Is manual therapy an important part of our Physiotherapy toolkit? 
• How is the current teaching of manual therapy? 
• What is the future of manual therapy in Physiotherapy? 
• How manual therapy differs between the public and private settings

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Johnny Smith is the Director of Thorpes Physiotherapy and has worked in private practice for the last 11 years. Prior to that, he was an Extended Scope Physiotherapist in the NHS. He qualified in 2003 and completed his MSc in Musculoskeletal Medicine in 2008.  He have been teaching with SOMM since 2008 and is currently the Chair of Education for the Society and Module Coordinator for the Foundation courses. He is also an injection therapist.

Darren currently works as an Advanced Clinical Physiotherapist in Cumbria. He qualified from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2009 and has worked in a variety of settings in the NHS over the past 16 years. He completed his MSc in Musculoskeletal medicine in 2017 and following this completed my Teaching Fellowship with SOMM and have been lecturing on SOMM courses since then. He is now a module co-ordinator on the foundation diploma. He is an injection therapist and a non-medical prescriber. 

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Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network

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In this episode, we discuss everything about hip dysplasia. We explore: 

• How hip dysplasia presents and common misdiagnosis
• Key subjective questioning
• Milestones in childhood and the relevance for hip dysplasia
• Importance of education around the pathology

Want to learn more about Hip dysplasia? Alesha Coonan and Dr Michael O’Brien recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “The Clinician’s Guide to Hip Dysplasia: Assess, Treat, Manage” where they go into further depth on this topic. 

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Alesha is a titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist who works at Melbourne Orthopaedic Group (MOG) Sports Medicine in Melbourne, Australia, treating a wide variety of hip and groin conditions. In addition, she is a tutor with the Hip & Groin Clinic, who provide courses to experienced physiotherapists in the management of hip and groin pathologies. She is involved in clinical research looking into the management of adolescent and adult hip dysplasia and has recently completed a trial looking into the treatment of circus performers with hip pain. 

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Our host is @Sarahyule from Physio Network

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In this episode with Jason Tuori, we explore an interesting case study on an elite endurance athlete who presents with Achilles tendinopathy seven months prior to competing in a marathon. We cover:

• Key signs of Achilles tendinopathy in the subjective and objective exam
• Calf strengthening in Achilles tendinopathy
• Plantar flexion force production and it’s role in rehabilitation
• Return to run algorithm 
• Role of mental health in running and individualised rehabilitation programs

This episode is closely tied to Jason’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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Jason Tuori is a sports physical therapist and performance coach in Atlanta, GA, currently serving as the head physical therapist for Overtime Elite. He is a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist with residency training from the University of Rochester and co-instructor of the continuing education course Dungeons & Dynamometers. His clinical interests include hip, ankle, and overuse injuries, and he has presented nationally on athletic injuries, strength training, footwear, and return-to-sport testing while also serving leadership roles within the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy.

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Our host is @NoahMandelPhysio from Physio Network

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In this episode with Brooke Patterson we explore the prevention of ACL injuries. We explore:

• What is involved within ACL injury prevention programs
• The role of Nordic Hamstring Curls within ACL prevention
• Importance of sports specific PREhabilitation and rehabilitation
• Top recommendations for risk reduction of ACL injuries

This episode is closely tied to Brooke’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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Brooke is physiotherapist and Australian Research Council Early Career Industry Fellow at the La Trobe University Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre. She completed her PhD in 2020 at the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre under the supervision of Professor Kay Crossley, investigating the impact of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) on the lives of young adults (early osteoarthritis, symptoms and quality of life), and how potentially modifiable factors are associated with knee joint health changes over time. Her research program aims to prevent sports-related knee and head injuries, and reduce their burden, with a focus on women’s/girl’s Australian Football. 

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Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network

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In this episode, we discuss large rotator cuff tears. We explore: 

• Traditional tests that are used within shoulder assessment
• Is Rotator cuff related shoulder pain a diagnosis? 
• Physiotherapy's role in conservative management of rotator cuff tears
• Surgical vs non-surgical pathway
• Load management for patient care
• Rotator cuff tear progression

Want to learn more about the rotator cuff tears in the shoulder? Jared Powell has done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Evaluation and Treatment of Shoulder Pain” where he goes into further depth on this topic. 

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Dr Jared Powell is a Queensland-based physiotherapist, educator, and researcher with a PhD in shoulder pain. He runs The Complete Shoulder course and hosts the Shoulder Physio Podcast. Jared combines over 15 years of clinical experience with evidence-based education, reaching clinicians in 40+ countries.  He is a visiting lecturer at Bond University and focuses on practical, patient-centred care informed by research and critical thinking. More at shoulderphysio.com.

Kathryn Fahy, PhD MSc, is a Chartered Physiotherapist, Researcher, and Educator from Ireland, currently based at Aspetar’s Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Rehabilitation Department in Doha. She holds a PhD in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy focused on rotator cuff pathology and led the development of the CALMeR Cuff Pathway - an evidence-based approach to managing large to massive rotator cuff tears. At Aspetar, she contributes to advancing shoulder rehabilitation through innovative, patient-centred strategies and multidisciplinary collaboration.

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In this episode with Lucy Butler, we discuss the temporomandibular joint and temporomandibular dysfunction. We explore: 

• Assessment of TMJ Dysfunction
• Intra-articular dysfunction vs muscular based dysfunction
• Which subgroups may respond best to manual therapy
• The key elements of an effective rehab plan 
• Botox and it’s role in treatment within TMD

Want to learn more about temporomandibular dysfunction? Lucy Butler recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Mastering the TMJ: Assessment and Management of Orofacial Pain” where they go into further depth on this topic. 

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Lucy Butler is an experienced physiotherapist with a Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from La Trobe University, Melbourne. With over 10 years of expertise in Melbourne's public hospitals, she has worked as an Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in the Emergency Department and neurosurgical clinics. Lucy has a special interest in managing Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and presents nationally for the Australian Physiotherapy Association on TMD- A Physiotherapists Perspective.  

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