The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

On today’s episode  today we have special guest Ellie Kiernan who is a sophomore lacrosse player at Georgetown university. Ellie is one of my former patients and is an athlete that trains with us at Healthy Baller. She is the second athlete to be featured on the show. I’ve been fortunate enough to develop a special bond with her and I tell her all the time she is stuck with me.

On today's episode, Ellie and I discuss

• Ellie's ACL story
• What was her initial reaction to the news
• Mental side of rehab
• How she stayed positive throughout rehab
• Advice for athletes in the late stages of ACL rehab
• How she felt when she got cleared
• How to best support athletes recovering from an ACL tear
• Advice for other athletes

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
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ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

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On today's episode, I have special guest Mick Hughes is physio in Melbourne, Australia who specializes in ACL rehab. I’ve had the privilege of connecting with Mick through IG and have definitely enjoyed and learned a lot from the content he posts. He’s even developed his own criterion based protocol which we discuss on the show.

On today's episode, Mick and I discuss:

1. Mick's background
2. What made Mick decide to specialize in ACL rehab?
3. Why he decided to make his own criterion based protocol
4. Mick's thoughts on non-operative ACL treatment
5. What is a coper versus a non-coper?
6. Why re-tear rates are are so high and what needs to improve

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Mick's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mickhughes.physio
Mick's Website: https://www.mickhughes.physio/
Mick's protocol: https://www.melbourneaclguide.com/brief

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On today’s episode I have special guest Adam Gotsis who is a current NFL defensive end, currently a free agent, and played his college ball at Georgia Tech. Adam was selected in the 2nd round of the NFL draft in 2016 by the Denver Broncos. Adam sustained an ACL tear in week 13 of the past NFL season. Adam brings a unique perspective as a professional athlete who is currently going through his rehab.

On today's episode, Adam and I discuss

• Adams's ACL story
• How his rehab is currently going
• Rehabbing as a professional athlete
• Challenges of going through rehab without being currently signed to a team
• What he would've changed in his rehab after his first ACL
• How his knee felt his rookie season being his first season back after the first tear
• Fears about returning to play

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Adam's IG: www.instagram.com/adamgotsis


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On today's episode, I have special guest Andrew Millet, who owns a cash based PT clinic, Move Strong Physical Therapy which is based out of Cressey Sports Performance, Hudson, Mass. He graduated with his Masters in Physical Therapy from Springfield College. Andrew specializes in ACL rehab and overhead athletes.

On today's episode, Andrew and I discuss:

1. Andrew's PT background
2. Why Andrew decided to open up a cash based clinic
3. Hardest parts of owning a cash based clinic
4. What does it mean to be a sports PT?
5. Hardest ACL case Andrew has even treated
6. Why are ACL re-tears so high?
7. What he believes has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Andrew's IG: @movestrongphysicaltherapy

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On today’s episode I have special guest Kate Taylor who is a former lacrosse player at Boston College. Kate is one of my former patients and is an athlete that trains with us at Healthy Baller. She is the first of my athletes to be featured on the show. I’ve been fortunate enough to develop a special bond with her and we still talk frequently even though she finished PT over a year and a half ago.

On today's episode, Kate and I discuss

• Kate's ACL story
• What was her initial reaction to the news
• Obstacles and complications
• Mental side of rehab
• Difference in rehabbing at school versus home
• How she felt when she got cleared
• What she's learned through the ACL journey
• Advice for other athletes

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training


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On today's episode, I have special guest Zach Baker who is a physical therapist at Rehab 2 Perform in Frederick, MD. He graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland-Baltimore. Zach has suffered multiple ACL tears which has ultimately lead him to pursuing the field and specializing in ACL rehab. 

On today's episode, Bobby and I discuss:

1. Zach's PT background
2. Hardest ACL case Zach has ever treated
3. What are some tests he uses to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
4. What Zach recommends to people who want to work with athletes
5. Did PT school prepare him to treat ACLs?
6. Why does Zach think re-tear rates are so high?
7. What he believes has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Bobby's IG: @zdbaker30

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On today’s episode, I have special guest Alex Powell who is a former Dayton University women’s soccer player. I first heard Alex’ story on the podcast and immediately reached out to her to get her on the show. Alex is actually the first athlete on the show that is not an ACL patient. She has a condition that affects 3 in 1 million people called a desmoid tumor also known as aggressive fibromatosis. 


On today's episode, Alex and I discuss:

1. Alex's Medical History
2. Her initial reaction to finding out the news about her rare disease
3. The hardest part about her recovery process
4. Why she stayed on her college soccer team
5. What Alex has learned through her journey
6. Advice Alex has for athletes recovering from long-term injuries
7. Her non-profit

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

If you would like to donate to Alex's organization, please visit
Website: https://rarediseaseff.org/ 
Ig: rarediseaseff

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On today's episode, I have special guest Ziad Dahdul who is a owner of Ignite Phyzio in Los Angeles, CA who specializes in treating ACLs and other sports injuries. He graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy from The University of Southern California. He also runs his own cash based PT facility which we will discuss on the show as well as ACL rehab.

On today's episode, Ziad and I discuss:

1. Ziad's PT background
2. Why heopened up his own cash based PT facility
3. Challenges he has faced in operated a cash based PT facility
4. Biggest difference between traditional and cash based PT
5. Why he enjoys treating ACLs
6. Hardest ACL case he has ever had
7. Why he thinks re-tear rates are so high?
8. What he believes has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Ziad's IG: @ignitephyzio
Ziad's website: https://www.ignitephyzio.com/

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On today's episode, I have special guest Victoria who is a former Division I volleyball player at University of Southern California and played semi-pro as well. She is a TED Talk speaker, mental health and body-image advocate, and podcast host. She has a passion for inspiring, supporting, and motivating people from all walks of life. I personally found out about Victoria through a mom of one of my athletes. Her daughter attended one of Victoria’s talks and said her daughter absolutely loved the talk and she really connect with the message. 

On today's episode, Victoria and I discuss:

1. Victoria's Background
2. What led her to becoming a mental health and body image advocate
3. Victoria's public speaking endeavors
4. Performance anxiety and body image in sports
5. Stigmas with mental health
6. Advice to listeners who may be struggling with mental health or body-image

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Victoria's IG: https://www.instagram.com/victoriagarrick
Victoria's website: https://www.victoriagarrick.com/
Victoria's youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTU1O0KOYY_QKw23uj5ddQ

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On today's episode, I have special guest Bobby Esbrandt who is a co-owner of Impact Sports Physical Therapy located in Hanover, MD. University of Maryland School of Medicine with special interests in manual therapy and sports rehabilitation.He has experience treating numerous professional, collegiate, and olympic level athletes, and currently serves as the head physical therapist for the Coppin State University athletic department. 

On today's episode, Bobby and I discuss:

1. Bobby's PT background
2. Why Bobby enjoys treating ACLs
3. Bobby's thoughts on ACL bracing
4. What are some tests he uses to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
5. Do you have a plan for when an athlete goes back to sports?
6. Why do you think re-tear rates are so high?
7. What do you believe has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training

Bobby's IG: @bobbysportspt
Bobby's website: https://www.impactsportspt.com/

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