In Episode 270 of 'The STA Clinician Podcast' (formerly known as The Sports Therapy Association Podcast'), we present Part 3 of our four part series 'Neurodivergence In Healthcare', and in this episode look at BARRIERS that neurodivergent patients & clients so often find themselves up against when seeking healthcare, which typically reduce their access to effective or suitable healthcare.  

Host Matt Phillips is joined by special guests James Dewar‑Haggett (Founder of Strong Path - Neuroinclusive & Mental Health-Informed Sports Coaching) and Leslie Campbell (Massage Therapist and Tutor based in Glasgow Scotland). Together they discuss communication differences, the double‑empathy problem, sensory triggers, consent and safety, and practical clinic adaptations clinicians that can improve access and comfort.

The valuable advice shared in this episode includes sending pre‑visit photos and offering quiet options, remembering to simply ask patients and clients what they need, explaining procedures clearly, dimming lights, limiting scents and leaving buffer time between appointments.

Join us on for the live recording of Part 4, entitled 'The Neurodivergent Therapist', 8pm Tuesday January 27th,  with special guests:

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In Episode 269 of 'The STA Clinician Podcast' (formerly known as The Sports Therapy Association Podcast'), we present Part 2 of our four part series 'Neurodivergence In Healthcare', and in this episode look at the link between Neurodivergence and Hypermobility.

Modern studies suggests that individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism, ADHD and Tourette’s have a significantly higher prevalence of joint hypermobility compared to the general population. Research by Dr. Jessica Eccles has shown that individuals with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) have an increased risk of autism. Her studies indicate that approximately 31% of autistic individuals exhibit joint hypermobility, and about 39% of people with EDS or HSD meet diagnostic criteria for autism. Additionally, over 20% of mothers with EDS or HSD have autistic children, suggesting a possible shared genetic or biological link.

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Welcome to a new season of 'The STA Clinician Podcast' (formerly known as The Sports Therapy Association Podcast').

This episode offers real-world examples, common pitfalls (dismissal, rushed consultations) and clear strategies including asking how a condition is affecting the patient, actively listening & believing what they say, avoiding assumptions, and offering to recap key points in writing.

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And so we reach the final episode of 2025! The Sports Therapy Association Podcast has now been streaming LIVE every Tuesday Night at 8pm for an incredible 5 years and 7 weeks, and as the 2025 end of year festivities rapidly approach, host Matt Phillips is joined by some of the Sports Therapy Association team who together look back at the highlights of 2025, and look forward to what will, could or should be happening in 2026. 

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In Ep.266 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, Matt Phillips hosts a candid discussion with Anna Maria Mazzierri, Director of The ST School,  and Gary Benson, Founder Of The STA, about whether sports therapists should diagnose. They explore the difference between vocational and university routes, the current unregulated landscape, professional membership standards, and legal and insurance implications.

Key takeaways include prioritising clinical reasoning and red-flag screening, the value of referral and communication, protecting scope of practice through strong governance and reflective CPD, and the importance of listening to and treating the whole person rather than chasing labels.

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In Ep.265 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, special guest Mike James, aka 'The Endurance Physio' joins host Matt Phillips to reflect on the recent Therapy Expo 2025, held at the NEC Birmingham. Listen as they discuss this year's highs, lows, everything in between, and what the future could / should hold for Therapy Expo.

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In Episode 264 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast, ‘Collaboration Over Competition: The Unbound Project - Nine Months On', host Matt Phillips is joined by Andy Hosgood and Andy Thomas, co-founders (with Andrew McCauley) of ‘The Unbound Project’ - a community for healthcare practitioners and business owners to collaborate rather than compete, to get together and share problems and solutions.

Having been guests on the podcast nine months ago in Ep.225 ‘Collaboration Over Competition’, Andy & Andy discuss how the Unbound Project has evolved since its launch, and what they have learnt in the process. Topics include the 'Curiosity Scorecard' which as a clinician you can fill out to discover how your mindset is shaping your healthcare career, how to get involved in free monthly taster sessions (Monday December 8th 7pm) and connect with a growing non‑judgmental community aimed at helping clinicians take action and support one another, and how reflection & collaboration help reduce burnout and improve career satisfaction.

00:00:22 - Welcome To The Sports Therapy Association Podcast

00:03:05 - Introducing Andy Hosgood and Andy Thomas

00:06:01 - Insights from the recent 'STA & Hands On Hub Conference' in Exmouth

00:07:47 - Overview of the Unbound Project

00:12:19 - Data from the Curiosity Score App

00:16:10 - The Importance of Reflection

00:20:50 - Building a Safe Community

00:24:09 - Upcoming Taster Sessions

00:29:35 - Creating a Non-Judgmental Space

00:34:37 - The Ripple Effect of Change

00:39:06 - Connecting Reflection to Business Success

00:43:52 - Understanding the Score App Results

00:48:03 - Benefits of Professional Associations

00:53:15 - Engaging with the Unbound Community

00:55:39 - Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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In Episode 263 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, host Matt Phillips is joined by Rehab Guru founders David Barrow and Simon Taylor. Designed for modern health professionals, Rehab Guru is an online platform that streamlines every aspect of your clinic, from bookings, treatment notes, invoicing to digital forms, alerts, and world-class exercise prescription.

Rehab Guru has a new partnership with the Better Clinician Project (Ben Cormack & Adam Meakins), meaning that Rehab Guru Exercise Prescription software licences now come with free membership of the Better Clinician Project, and vice-versa.

00:00:00 - Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast

00:02:55 - David Barrow & Simon Taylor of Rehab Guru

00:07:53 - Understanding Rehab Guru1

00:12:02 - Enhancements and New Features

00:15:07 - Avoiding Burnout in Healthcare

00:15:33 - Pricing Strategies and Community Impact

00:18:31 - Partnering for Better Care

00:20:28 - Addressing Clinical Isolation

00:27:21 - Customer Support and Success

00:29:39 - AI Innovations in Healthcare

00:33:29 - Embracing AI in Practice

00:37:02 - Launching a New Clinic

00:44:00 - Creating a Patient-Centric Experience

00:47:48 - Exploring Scan.com Integration

00:50:07 - The Role of AI in Therapy

00:54:27 - Data Protection and AI Usage

00:58:51 - Therapy Expo Highlights and Offers

01:01:22 - Closing Remarks and Next Episode

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In Episode 262 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, host Matt Phillips is joined by guests Aimi Healey-Bracher, Sports Rehab Therapist at Praia Sports Rehab and Lead Therapist at Cardiff City FC Women, and Tristen Attenborough, educator & founder of Move Massage Pro, to discuss: ‘MSK Conferences: How Much Do They Affect Your Clinical Practice?'.

They episode considers both the benefits of MSK conferences, such as networking, renewed confidence, exposure to new populations and topics, and the potential drawbacks, including cost, size, and sales-driven stands, and how conferences may best be used as a jumping-off point rather than a step-by-step solution. 

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In this episode, host Matt Phillips is joined by special guests Molly Benson, Therapy Expo Content Producer, and Charlotte Speer, Therapy Expo Show Manager. For those of you unaware, Therapy Expo 2025 is the UK’s largest multi-disciplinary event for professionals dedicated to preventing, treating, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, and the 2025 conference is happening in less than a month, on the 26th & 27th of November at the NEC Birmingham.

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