The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

By Wesley Wang, PT, DPT

The Wesley Wang DPT podcast is all things ACL and sports rehab. I believe recovering from injuries goes far beyond just the physical. I’ll be having athletes, clinicians, coaches and trainers, share t... more

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The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast episodes:

May 23, 2020Ep 15 | Mother/Daughter ACL Experience, Why Finding The Right Rehab Team Matters Feat Deb and Paige Girardi
On today’s episode I have special guest a mother and daughter combo, Deb and Paige Girardi. I had the privilege of working with Paige and helping her with her recovery. I wanted to get both of them for them to share about their ACL experiences as a family. They also sought out a different level of care when Paige was ready for it.

On today's episode, we discuss:
Paige's initial reaction to tearing her ACL
Deb's initial reaction to her daughter tearing her ACL
Why Deb and her husband decided to find a different level of care for late stage rehab
Mental side of recovery for Paige
Parents perspective of watching their child go through the ACL journey
Advice for parents who have kids going through the recovery process
Advice for athletes who are going through the recovery process
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 enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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May 16, 2020Ep 14 | His Insight Into ACL Graft Choice, ACL/Meniscus Post-Op Considerations, Open Kinetic Chain Exercises And More With Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Nima Mehran
On today’s episode I have special guest Dr. Nima Mehran who is an orthopedic surgeon out in Los Angeles California. He was previously with the medical staff of the Los Angeles Lakers, Kings, Dodgers and USC Football. We’ve been able to connect through IG and he has has been a great learning resource for me.

On today's episode, Nima and I discuss
His background
What is his ACL graft preference? He also discusses the quad tendon graft.
What are his thoughts on open kinetic chain exercises?
Does he have his own protocol?
Considerations with graft healing
His philosophy for return to sport
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

Nima's IG: @DrNimaMehran

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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May 09, 2020Ep 13 | Her ACL Story, What She Learned & Would've Changed, and Starting An ACL Support Group "The ACL Club" With Jordan Angeli
On today’s episode I have special guest Jordan Angeli. Jordan and I got connected a couple years ago when she asked me to be on her podcast, Show Your Scars. Jordan is a former professional soccer player and has had her share of ACL injuries. She started the ACL Club which is a support group for athletes who tear their ACLs.

On today's episode, Jordan and I discuss
Her ACL story
What she learned through all of her injuries
The most challenging part of Jordan's injuries
What she would’ve changed in her rehab process
Why she started the ACL club
She shares about her program, "The Process"
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

Jordan's IG: @TheACLClub
Jordan's website: https://www.theaclclub.com/

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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May 02, 2020Ep 12 | All Things ACL Rehab Including Her ACL Research Findings, Safe Return-to-Sport, Why Re-Tear Rates Are So High and More With Angela Smith
On today's episode, I have guest Angela Smith who is a physical therapist and ACL researcher at the University of Delaware. Angela also recently started working in a cash based facility. She offers a unique perspective because of her direct involvement in research and she also presented at this years CSM.

On today's episode, Angela and I discuss:
Angela's background
ACL research she spoke about at CSM
Angela's thoughts on ACL bracing
What are some tests you use to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
Do you have a plan for when an athlete goes back to sports?
Why do you think re-tear rates are so high?
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

Angela's IG: @angpt_momof3 / @balanceptdelaware
Angela's e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]
Angela's website: https://balanceptdelaware.com/meet-angela

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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April 25, 2020Ep 11 | His ACL Story, Rehabbing As A Professional Athlete, How His Faith Helped Him in Rehab, With Los Angeles Charger Tight End Hunter Henry
On today's episode, I have guest Hunter Henry who currently plays tight end for the Los Angeles Chargers. Hunter shares his story about his ACL and what it's like rehabbing as a professional athlete. He also shares about how his faith played an important role in keeping him grounded during a difficult time.

On today's episode, Hunter and I discuss:
Hunter's ACL story
His initial reaction after finding out the news
How long did it take him to fully trust his knee?
What his rehab is like as a professional athlete
Hardest part of the recovery process mentally
What would he have changed about his rehab?
His advice to teammates, friends and family of someone going through ACL rehab
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

Hunter's IG: https://www.instagram.com/hunterhenry86

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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April 18, 2020Ep 10 | All Things ACL Rehab! Bracing, Why Re-Tear Rates Are So High, What Needs to Improve and More With Steph Allen
On today's episode, I have guest Steph Allen who is a physical therapist at Boston PT and Wellness. She specializes in working with ACLs and has a passion for growing the field of physical therapy. She is also the co-founder of The Level Up Initiative which offers mentorship to students and physical therapists.

On today's episode, Steph and I discuss:
Why does Steph enjoy treating ACLs?
What are Steph's thoughts on bracing when they return to sport?
Hardest ACL case she's ever treated?
What are some tests you use to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
Do you have a plan for when an athlete goes back to sports?
Why do you think re-tear rates are so high?
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

Steph's IG: @StephAllen.DPT / @thelevelupinitiative
Steph's e-mail: [email protected]
Level up website: https://www.thelevelupinitiative.com/

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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April 11, 2020Ep 09 | Her ACL Story, Struggles in Rehab, Finding A New Purpose and Utilizing Her Platform With Shaylee Gonzalez
On today's episode, I have guest Shaylee Gonzalez who is a sophomore basketball player at BYU. Shaylee shares her story about her ACL injury and how it changed her life. She had to find a new purpose outside of sports. Shaylee has a large social media following and has shared her journey along the way.

On today's episode, Shaylee and I discuss:
Shaylee's ACL story
Her initial reaction after finding out the news
Hardest part of the recovery process mentally
Why Shaylee decided to share her ACL journey on social media
Her advice to teammates, friends and family of someone going through ACL rehab
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

Shaylee's IG: https://www.instagram.com/shayleegonzales
Shaylee's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJp5_jQIo2og_4GZiR2wvUQ

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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April 05, 2020Ep 08 | Her ACL Story, Why Finding The Right Physical Therapist Matters, Being Patient When Returning to Sport With Shelley Blumsack
On today's episode, I have guest Shelley Blumsack who is a freshman soccer player at Holy Cross. Shelley shares her ACL story and just how important it is to find the right physical therapist is so important in the recovery process. Additionally, we talk about being patient in the return to sport process.

On today's episode, Shelley and I discuss:
Shelley's ACL story
Shelley explains her journey to finding the right physical therapist
Shelley explains her return to sport process
Mental challenges she faced in recovery
Her advice for anyone recovering from an ACL tear
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 enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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March 28, 2020Ep 07 | Her ACL Story (Prospective Right Before Surgery From a Re-Tear), Feeling Alone, Why Finding The Right Physical Therapist Matters With Abby Forsyth
On today's episode, I have guest Abby Forsyth who is former basketball player at Corban University in Salem Oregon. Abby offers a unique prospective as she was cleared in December 2019 from her first ACL, played 10 games her senior year and unfortunately suffered a re-tear. Abby shares her rehab process from her first surgery and what she is currently feeling before her second surgery.

On today's episode, Abby and I discuss:
Abby's ACL story
Abby's return to sport process from her first ACL tear
Abby's hardest part about recovery with the injury mentally?
How she is currently doing with the recent news about her ACL injury?
What she would recommend to close teammates, friends, coach, rehab team, to support a friend/patient with an ACL tear?
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 enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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March 18, 2020Ep 06 | All Things ACL Rehab! Bracing, Why Re-Tear Rates Are So High, What Needs to Improve and More With Michael Lau From The Prehab Guys
On today's episode, I have guest Michael Lau who is one of the co-founders of The Prehab Guys who have grown to over 600,000 instagram followers. Michael received his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California. He has a special interest in treating ACLs and other lower extremity injuries. He is currently working in an out-patient rehab facility, Evolution Physical Therapy in Santa Monica, CA

On today's episode, Mike and I discuss:
Why do Mike enjoy treating ACLs?
What are Mike's thoughts on bracing when they return to sport?
Hardest ACL case he's ever treated?
What are some tests you use to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
Do you have a plan for when an athlete goes back to sports?
Why do you think re-tear rates are so high?
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

Prehab Guys IG: @ThePrehabGuys
Prehab Guys website: https://theprehabguys.com/

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!
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FAQs about The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast:

How many episodes does The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.