There’s nothing better than getting back from a great run. Running is so popular for the simple fact that all you have to do is start doing it. The entry to the sport is often cheap in terms of monetary output.

There are also many great benefits to running including improvement in cardiovascular health and endurance. Not to mention all of the amazing running communities that exist worldwide that are bringing like minded people together on a daily basis.

During this week’s episode I discuss the topic of running technique and if there is a “best” way to run. I outline some of the principles of running and how I see running and injury prevention.

What has lead you to stay injury free during your runs?

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Trying to get your Massage Therapy license following graduation can be one of the most stressful things a student goes through.

With the uncertainty of the exam it’s often difficult to know how, or what to study to become successful.

During this week's episode I provide a few tips I think have worked well in my 15 years of preparing students for the OSCE.

What helped you pass your exam and get your Massage Therapy license?

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ACL injuries are so prevalent in athletes and the general population. From acute traumatic events, to seemingly benign plant and twist injuries on the soccer field, or ski hill ACL, injuries cause allot of upset.

Further aggravation is caused by a long recovery process post-surgery, if that is the route you decide to take.

During this week's episode I discuss all things ACL.

Have you torn your ACL? If so, what has help you get back to your pre-injury status.

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*Episode Resources*

1. Meredith SJ, et al. (2021) Return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament injury: Panther Symposium ACL Injury Return to Sport Consensus Group. J ISAKOS. 6:138–146. doi:10.1136/jisakos-2020-000495

2. van Melick N, et al. (2016) Evidence-based clinical practice update: practice guidelines for anterior cruciate ligament rehabilitation based on a systematic review and multidisciplinary consensus. Br J Sports Med. 50:1506–1515. doi:10.1136/bjsports-2015-095898

Earlier this week I saw a young man riding his bike with his helmet on and chin strap undone. 

As he road past me I thought to myself, "that is about as useless as trying to cut a tree down with a butter knife".

Helmets have been around forever. As technology advances helmets become better. 

Unfortunately, amongst the great advancements there unfair claims made in the marketing of certain types of helmets. During today's episode I discuss the importance of helmets, helmets and concussion and address the claims made by certain companies who market "concussion helmets".

I hope you enjoy the episode!

TOS ! TOS ! TOS!

One of the most popular syndromes taught in massage therapy school is thoracic outlet syndrome. This is a compression syndrome, similar to carpal syndrome syndrome, but involves structures of the neck.

Depending on the individual the brachial plexus, subclavian vein or artery may be compromised leading to a variety of patient presentations.

Luckily surgery and invasive medical procedures are seldom needed to help alleviate symptoms from thoracic outlet syndrome.

Have you suffered with this ? If so, what helped you?

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**Episode Resource**

Olimpio Masocatto, N. et al. (2019). Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: a narrativa review. Rev Col Bras Cir. 46(5):e20192243. DOI 10.1590/0100-6991e-20192243

I’ve never understood the diagnosis of bursitis outside of traumatic, or infectious.

A bursa is a sac of fluid, or a fluid filled shape in the body responsible for managing compressive, tensile and other forces that go on within the body as we move.

I’ve often wonder, are we making an injury out of something that is simply a normal process of stress, strain and movement within the body?

I discuss my perspective during this week’s episode.

What do you think?

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As some of you know I got a puppy. His name is Huxley and he is a 10 week old yellow lab.

Now that I am a dog father I have to try and figure things out and fast. It’s been a challenge to say the least. Shout out to all of the human parents out there, I have no idea how you do it!

During this week’s episode I discuss what my puppy has taught me in the first 3 weeks of having him.

What lessons have you learned from your pets?

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Do you perform a monthly skin cancer self-assessment?

Skin cancer does very well with early intervention and treatment. As a manual therapy I discuss and get asked questions regularly on skin health. As with the majority of cancers early detection is key.

During this episode I outline the 4 most common types of skin cancer, discuss how to perform a routine skin self-assessment and outline measures you can take daily to prevent skin cancer.

Did you learn anything new during this episode?

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During this episode I review the following discussion points within the Massage Therapy industry.

-The concept of "no pain, no gain"

-Can we breakdown adhesions, or "scar tissue" with our hands

-Can Massage Therapy flush out toxins

-Does Massage Therapy improve blood flow

-Can your therapist put things back in place for you

-Does Massage Therapy improve inflammation

-Does Massage Therapy improve tone

-Is bruising therapeutic

-Does Massage Therapy reduce swelling

-Can Massage therapy lengthen tissue

With big life changes coming my way I am feeling a little overwhelmed.

Overwhelm is something that is always around and can come and go. It’s dynamic and ever-changing. Overwhelm can present both positively and negatively.

While the positive aspects can be so great, the negative consequences of overwhelm can set us back, hold us down and prevent us from moving forward.

During today’s episode I discuss how overwhelm has affected my life, and some tools I have found along the way that have helped me manage it.

What has helped you manage your overwhelm ?

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