The Knowledge Exchange

We were lucky to host Exercise Physiologist, researcher and Clinical Director of Your Move Health Jason Gardner.

We discussed:

• Special considerations for exercise during cancer.

• The employee’s perspective during the current pandemic.

• Advice for employees and the importance of communication.

• Reflections on clinical practice.

You can reach out to Jason at yourmovehealth.com.au and facebook.com/yourmovehealth.

Had a insightful chat with Antony Lo (The Physio Detective) where we discussed:

• His clinical journey, sunk cost fallacies and compassion towards colleagues

• Misconceptions with pelvic floor rehab

• Bracing considerations for heavy lifting

• Myths surrounding diastasis recti

• Practical advice for TeleHealth consultations

Find Antony Lo (The Physio Detective) on physiodetective.com and all social media channels.

We chat with Rena Eleázar from NYC, co-founder of Match Fit Performance. She specialises in building strong, confident and resilient female athletes.

We discuss:

• Her experience working with athletes and teams

• Online training and programming

• Challenges and tips when starting a business

• Methods of tracking fatigue, load management and performance

• Misconceptions surrounding female athlete training and performance.

Find Rena at www.matchfitperformance.com and instagram.com/renaeleazarpt

Lauren Retica is an Osteopath and Clinical Pilates instructor with a keen interest in contemporary pain science and taking a holistic approach to reducing an individual’s suffering.

Lauren strives to implement ethically based healthcare while practicing at The Biomechanics, the home of The Knowledge Exchange.

We discuss:

• Her story and turning points in clinical practice

• Personal experiences with various treatments for lower back pain

• How she practices and uses manual therapy

• Managing patient expectations

• What is ethical healthcare and how to apply it

Find Lauren at www.thebiomechanics.com.au

We talked to therapists who have decided to proactively close in-person services to make time to invest in TeleHealth service delivery.

Topics:

• Our choices and what we can do within the current context and demands.

• The reasons that drove us to transition fully onto TeleHealth before closure.

• The benefits and advantages of remote consultations.

• Advice and practical tips for those looking to better prepare themselves for the months to come.

Part 2 of our discussion with Travis Pollen a.k.a. the Fitness Pollenator.

We discussed:

• Risk factors for injuries amongst athletes

• Prevention vs risk reduction

• Nuances of performance

• Benefits of movement screens

• Biomechanics matter

For more of Travis’ work, check out fitnesspollenator.com

We had the pleasure of talking to Michael Mash, owner of Barbell Rehab.

We discussed:

• Michael’s story and vision from uni to now

• His clinical evolution and updates in narratives over the years

• Burnout and tips for newgrads stuck in a job they don’t want

• The world of online programming and coaching

• Michael’s stance on passive therapy

Check out Barbell Rehab at barbellrehab.com.