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Open Mat Social HourEp 85: "MY Debilitating Low Back Story & How I Got to Where I Am Now" - Diana's StoryJoin us today as Diana breaks down the history of her debilitating low back pain story from when it started, to how it affected her life to how she resolved most of her pain to how she maintains her low back now. What a journey it's been.This is her story.2025-07-0431 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 84: "Yoga, Pilates, Lifting - What's Best for Me for Jiu Jitsu?"Join us today as Diana & Kris explore different modalities we do off the mats to support our jiu jitsu journey. What's the best for you? Let's find out.Enjoy!2025-06-2719 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 83: "Does Being A PT Help w/ Your Jiu Jitsu?", CJI2 Updates, Favorite Fast Food Rant - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk if being a PT has helped us improve our jiu jitsu, excitement over CJI2, as well as a lovely little rant on best fast food restaurants. Enjoy!2025-06-2025 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 82: "My Knee Feels 200% Better... Choosing the Right Physio for Me" - Lorrain's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Dr. Lorrain Ko, PT, DPT.Lorrain is by trade a physio who works primarily with muay thai fighters. Her & Diana met at a con-ed course through mutual friends, & eventually Lorrain became a client. In this episode, Lorrain speaks on the reasons why she hired a coach/physio for her injury, as well as her biggest takeaways from this experience. We get into some talks about humanity & the importance of that through any rehab process.This is her story.2025-06-1337 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 81: Are You in Rehab Purgatory? Let's Find out.Join us today as Diana explores rehab purgatory, why it's so common with jiu jitsu athletes, and ways to break out of it. It's not an easy journey, but with some tweaks, it can change your whole future on the mats.Enjoy!2025-06-0617 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 80: Why Chasing the Next Hot Thing is Slowing Down Your RecoveryJoin us today as Diana explores why we always seek novelty, how it intrudes our lives, & why it is actually slowing down your rehab or recovery process.Included are a couple questions to hit home for a reality check on what matters.Enjoy!2025-05-3013 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 79: "I Felt 80% Less Pain Afterwards" When Low Back Surgery is the Right Decision - Bailey's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Bailey Brady.Surgery is demonized often, which is honestly deserved. But what if there was a case where it was warranted? The small %? What should we do? This is Bailey's story. As much as she didn't want to, it was her right decision. In this episode, Bailey talks to us about how her low back pain got to the severity that it did, how it impacted her life, how she made the decision for surgery, how recovery has been, & where she is now. Bailey is...2025-05-2336 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 78: Is All Pain Bad? What's Danger vs. Normal? When to Push Forward or Pull Back?Join us today as Diana & Kris explore pain - one of the most complex conversations we could have with our clients. Pain is multi-factorial & can change on a day to day basis. Diana & Kris talk how they communicate between different types of pain, how to tell if the pain is one to push through or to pull back from, & how to listen to the body to create longevity in jiu jitsu.Enjoy!2025-05-1616 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 77: The Importance of Full Body Assessments for RehabJoin us today as Diana explores why full body assessments are key to developing a good rehab plan for a client. Looking at just one joint is not enough. We need to get a big picture.Enjoy!2025-05-0919 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 76: "Can I Compete While Still Rehabbing?", Motivation Struggles During Recovery & What Happened to White Belt Wednesdays?? - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk if it's possible to compete while still working through the rehab process (aka not 100% yet), some advice on if getting injured has got you unmotivated & not wanting to get to the gym, & the future of White Belt Wednesdays. Enjoy!2025-05-0225 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 75: Why Coming Back From Surgery EARLY Is a Bad IdeaJoin us today as Diana & Kris explore why coming back to jiu jitsu too soon after surgery is a really bad idea. We explore some statistics of re-injury (which are scary), whether or not steroids improve surgery recovery rates, & why relying on functional measures or tests is much more reliable than timelines on coming back to training. We only have one body, taking care of it can increase on longevity on the mats.Enjoy!2025-04-2530 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 74: An Important Deeper Dive into Principles vs. Exercises in Rehab for BJJJoin us today as Diana explores the idea of principles vs. exercises, the downfall of endless "IG reel quick fix" libraries, actual principles we share at seminars, & the harsh truths that noone likes to hear but needs to hear (us included).A passionate discussion that can make all the difference for your health.Enjoy!2025-04-1821 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 73: "Getting An MRI HELPED Me Trust The Process More", Patience in Rehab, & The Pivot to Personal Training - Matt's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Matt Garrido.We hear so often the story of avoiding MRIs & advising against our clients getting them. But what if they could actually be helpful? What if they could help create some clarity or even TRUST in the process? That's what happened to Matt & something we talk about in our conversation today. Working with Matt has opened my eyes to the possibility of adapting & flexibility based on what is truly best for the person in front of us. This is his story.2025-04-1129 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 72: MY Current Jiu Jitsu & Gym Schedule/Routine Broken DownJoin us today as Diana breaks down her current jiu jitsu training split, her current gym training split, how she manages volume & intensity herself on & off the mats, plus reasoning behind why this works for her. Finding what works for you is the most important part of sustainability, so we hope you can find some ideas to play with.Enjoy!2025-04-0418 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 71: Biggest Lessons Clients Tell Us During Our Discharge MeetingsJoin us today as Diana explores some common lessons she's heard while chatting with clients during our exit/discharge meetings. Insight like this is priceless when applied properly, & we are so grateful to be able to have these conversations with our clients on the regular. We hope you can take away something valuable from today's episode.Enjoy!2025-03-2821 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 70: "Surgery is Traumatic NOT Just Physically, But Mentally Too" An Honest Conversation Around Post-Injury Depression - Jeff's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Jeff Salvatore.Jeff was an active kid all of his life, and has had his fair share of injuries. Upon starting Jiu Jitsu, he had his doubts of even being able to train. After a devastating knee injury & surgery, Jeff fell into a state of hopelessness. He felt completely lost, until he started to pick the pieces up to rebuild his knee, & his future. In this episode, Jeff speaks honestly about his experiences, mental struggles, & how he got to where he is now (recently promoted...2025-03-2142 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 69: Do "Best Exercises for Jiu Jitsu" Really Exist?Join us today as Diana & Kris explore what it means to state that an exercise is the "best exercise for jiu jitsu". Does it create clarity or more confusion? Does it help simplify the world of strength training for the jiu jitsu community or does it just create more complexity? Have we taken it too far with creativity in exercises? We explore these questions & give us our take on a more realistic framework.Enjoy!2025-03-1419 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 68: Building Safer Academies w Milton Campis of Academy SafeThis episode is probably one of the most important episodes we've ever recorded.Milton is the CEO of @blackbeltdigitalmarketing, Host of @jiujitsudummies, & Founder/Executive Director of @academysafe, an organization on a mission to building safer jiu jitsu academies. With the growth of jiu jitsu, it is imperative that we do everything we can to protect our community, especially our kids from dangerous people & environments. As much as we don't want to admit it, there is abuse in all forms that is happening in our backyards. Academy safe is on a mission to mitigate ha...2025-03-071h 04
Open Mat Social HourEp 67: Starting Jiu Jitsu at 44, Staying Healthy As an Older Grappler & Prioritizing Mat Longevity - Shane's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Shane Wilson.Shane started Jiu Jitsu at the age of 44, as a well to bond with his son & be a beginner at a new hobby. He has gone through his fair share of growing pains in his early days, & shares his lessons with us about how he stays healthy as an older grappler with a goal of staying active & having fun. While we're young, we tend to take certain things for granted, so listening to Shane's words is invaluable to our future. This i...2025-02-2831 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 66: Rehab Plateaus & How to Break Them to Get Back on the Mats ASAPJoin us today as Diana chats a bit about the reality of rehab plateau's when trying to get back on the mats & some of the best ways to get back on track. We know the journey back to training is not as simple as we hope so we hope you can take some tangible tips to take with you!Enjoy!2025-02-2121 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 65: "Thoughts on RPE as the Way to Manage Intensity in Lifting?", Roberto Jimenez Flying ArmBar & CJI Excitement - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about if using RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) as a way to manage intensity when lifting is a good idea, the craziness behind Roberto's Flying ArmBar & if we'll be at CJI this year. Enjoy!2025-02-1421 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 64: A Jiu Jitsu Rehab Cheat Code - The Power of SubtractionJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about the power of subtraction. In a world saturated with information on the "best" ways to do XYZ, we often get lost in the sauce. Tune in to hear a bit on why subtraction is sometimes much more effective than addition, & how to apply it in your own life. We hope you enjoy!2025-02-0718 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 63: "I Was Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis at 19 Years Old" Navigating Chronic Disease While Training Jiu Jitsu- Mike's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Mike Spindler.At a young age, Mike was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, an chronic autoimmune disease that causes joint inflammation, pain, & damage over time. He's been training Jiu Jitsu for 3 years now & shares his experiences of his struggles to stay on the mats. Mike is such an optimistic individual that it is contagious. We are so thankful to have him share his time with us.This is his story.2025-01-3133 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 62: Breaking Down Common Jiu Jitsu Injury MisconceptionsJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats some common misconceptions we hear surrounding injuries in the jiu jitsu community & the truth. There is still so much misinformation online & unfortunately, in doctor's offices. So much so, we want to set the record straight. We hope you enjoy!Thanks for tuning in!2025-01-2421 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 61: Building Athleticism as an Older Grappler?, Managing Finger/Hand Pain, & New Year Resolutions - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about if it's possible to build athleticism as an aging/older grappler, our tips & advice on managing finger or hand pain, & our thoughts on New Year Resolutions & if we have any of our own. Enjoy!2025-01-1719 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 60: All Things Core Training for Jiu Jitsu ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss misconceptions around core training in the general public & in jiu jitsu training rooms, more updated researched ways to train the core & our own favorite exercises.Thanks for tuning in!2025-01-1028 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 59: Team Updates - What Happened to Daisuke? New Year Plans for Open Mat Physio? & More!Join us today on a solo episode where Diana gives everyone an update about what's been going on behind the scenes at Open Mat Physio HQ. There have been some recent changes along with some plans for 2025 that we wanted to update everyone on! We thank you all for your support & hope you continue to join along with us for the ride of 2025!!2025-01-0318 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 58: 2024 End of Year Reflections & New Year Excitement w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris look back on 2024, share what we're most grateful for this year, & talk about what we are most excited for in 2025.There will be many changes, big moves & events coming up in the New Year & we hope you can all join us!Wishing you all a safe holidays & new year celebration!Thanks for tuning in!2024-12-2719 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 57: Taking Accountability as Physical Therapists - Are We Failing Our Clients?Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about a story that frustrated her which led her down the path of reflecting on how physical therapists play a role in when clients don't succeed in their rehab. Instead of blaming the clients, how can our profession take ownership of our mistakes & be better for it going forward. Some ranting, some reflecting. We hope you enjoy!Thanks for tuning in!2024-12-2018 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 56: Why "Just Keep Your Core/Glutes Active All The Time" is Terrible Advice ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss why "just keep your core/glutes active" when doing daily activities is terrible advice. Does it create rigid robots? And how does that translate to regular sport? So much nuance in a topic. Hope you enjoy!!!Thanks for tuning in!2024-12-1316 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 55 Mini: REALISTIC Ways to Adjust Your Routine & Train Around an InjuryJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some tangible and realistic ways to adjust your routine & train around an injury, on & off the mats. We hope you can take something valuable out of it!Thanks for tuning in!2024-12-0619 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 54 Mini: The Role of a Coach or Physio in Your Recovery Journey - Why Having a Guide May Be Just What You NeedJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about the value of a coach or physio, why self-rehab isn't bad but also isn't effective, & how we can actually make your rehab process much easier. Thanks for tuning in!2024-11-2918 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 53: "I Had to Face the Possibility of Dying" From Battling Colon Cancer to Getting Back to the Mats - Nate's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Nate Olivarez-Giles, a dear client & just an incredibly resilient human being. We are so thankful for his vulnerability & openness to share. The lessons he touches on in this episode are often things we take for granted. We hope his life brings some reflective wisdom into your day.For his whole life, Nate has been a pretty active, healthy guy. He played different sports & did his due diligence with his nutrition. At the end of 2019, Nate suddenly started experiencing strange GI symptoms while visiting family in...2024-11-2253 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 52: Comparing In-Person PT vs. Virtual PT, Is It Bad to Crosstrain for BJJ, & CJI 2025 - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about CJI 2025 excitement, the pros/cons to In-Person PT vs Virtual PT, and how to have multiple hobbies while staying healthy for Jiu Jitsu. Enjoy!2024-11-1519 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 51: "Does PERFECT Form Matter?" Ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss if perfect form is as important as we think, and when we should be more lax about it. When does overcorrecting become too much? Is it better to let people explore??A heavily nuanced topic that we felt was important to open up. Hope you enjoy!!!Thanks for tuning in!2024-11-0820 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 50 Mini: Why Flare Ups Can HELP Us? What Can We Learn From Them? Lessons & Longevity in Jiu JitsuJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about flare ups, why they are actually really important to our rehab process, what lessons we can learn from them, & how to use flare ups as a tool for longevity on the mats. Thanks for tuning in!2024-11-0118 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 49 Mini: Are You Overtraining or just Under-Recovering? The Differences are Key!Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some key differences between overtraining and under-recovering, how they show up in our lives, & some strategies on how to combat them. Thanks for tuning in!2024-10-2512 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 48: "I'm Impatient w/ my Progress, Help!", Fear of Jiu Jitsu Getting Watered Down, Pineapple on Pizza? - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about our what to do to "speed" up progress when we're impatient, our fears of jiu jitsu getting watered down, & whether or not pineapple belongs on pizza (LOL). Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-10-1825 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 47: "The Medical System Failed Me" to Safety in Gyms to the Importance of Mental Health - Brad's StoryJoin us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Brad Edmonson. Brad is the owner of MisFits Jiu Jitsu in Illinois & a huge advocate for mental health & safety in jiu jitsu gyms. Having gone through many scary injuries during his journey to black belt, Brad shares his reflections & how he has taken it into his own hands to create a safe environment for his students to train in. He also shares his mental health struggles, how he has combatted that & some advice on those struggling with chronic pain. This is his story.2024-10-1142 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 46 Mini: What Do We ACTUALLY Do As Physios? ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss what we do as physios & coaches outside of the obvious. A bit of a quick brain dump! Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-10-0410 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 45: Thoughts on Braces/Sleeves??, ADCC/CJI Recap, & What We're Working On In Training Right Now - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about our thoughts on the narrative behind braces/sleeves for training & what it should be, ADCC/CJI weekend, & finish with what we're currently working on in training. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-09-2720 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 44: "Tangible Ways to PORRADA Responsibly?" ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss examples & actual strategies on training smarter for longevity. Taking care of yourself takes care of your training partners, & keep both of you safe & health on the mats for a long time. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-09-2023 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 43 Mini: Things to Think About When Returning to the MatsJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some things to think about & be weary of when getting back to the mats. She gives some examples, as well as, strategies to make sure your return is smooth & successful!Thanks for tuning in!2024-09-1311 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 42: "I Started Jiu Jitsu at 51" Longevity for Older Grapplers - Chris' StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Chris Cappeto. Chris started jiu jitsu at age 51 & has experienced a myriad of injuries, struggles & achievements since he started training. Today he shares with us his philosophy & thought processes behind longevity for older grapplers. He shares how he takes care of himself on & off the mats, as well as, tips for other grapplers in the Master's category struggling with chronic issues. Hope you enjoy!!This is his story.2024-09-0634 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 41: "How Strong is Strong ENOUGH for BJJ?" ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss what it means to be strong, strong enough & how it applies to jiu jitsu. The nuances & context matter. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-08-3019 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 40 Mini: Why Mental Health in Rehab For Jiu Jitsu is CRUCIAL to RecoveryJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about mental health in the Olympics, why it stirred up thoughts in her brain, & why she thinks it is ABSOLUTELY crucial to prioritize in life & rehab. She then chats about the role of a PT in all of that.Thanks for tuning in!2024-08-2313 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 39: From "One of the Worst Injuries of My Life" to NoGi Worlds & Pans Podium - Amber's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Amber Agee. It was a regular sparring day when Amber suffered a life-altering knee injury that consisted of her tearing her PCL along with many other structures in her knee. She saw multiple orthopedic surgeons, & ended up needing to undergo surgery twice in order to finally be on her recovery way. In this episode, she shares the challenges she faced, both mentally & physically, how she overcame going from hopeless to powerful, & some of her biggest lessons that she is grateful for today. It's an emotional one...2024-08-1648 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 38: ADCC/CJI Rosters, Getting Less Injured as a White Belt, & Balancing Night Training w Sleep Quality - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk who we're excited to see next weekend, ways that we work around schedule & training constraints + how to be less injured as a white belt. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-08-0928 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 37 Mini: "I Feel Shitty Missing My Rehab Workouts"Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about the feeling we all get when we fall off the tracks of our rehab or maintenance routines. She gives tangible action steps to get back on the path towards our goals!Thanks for tuning in!2024-07-2607 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 36: NEW Chiropractic Practice Alert! Focused on Jiu Jitsu Athletes ft. Dr. Archie BayacalJoin us today on a special episode with Dr. Archie Bayacal of GroundWork Chiropractic. He is a brown belt in Jiu Jitsu, who has a unique story on how he landed in the world of chiropractics. He recently opened his own practice in Garden Grove, CA, and is looking to go full time in a short 3 weeks!! Archie speaks his story in such a calm, humble demeanor and we are so thankful to have been able to share some time together.This is his story.2024-07-1929 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 35: "I'm ALWAYS Sore. Help!" & Our Fave Coffee Drinks - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk chronic soreness & our love for coffee. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-07-1222 min
The BizJitsu PodcastOpen Mat Physio | Diana Wang DPTArchie & Vince catch up with a return guest on this week's episode!
Diana Wang is a Doctor in Physical Therapy, one of the founders of Open Mat Physio, the host of The Open Mat Social Hour Podcast, and BJJ Blue Belt.
Open Mat Physio's mission is to build better grapplers. They develop better grapplers daily by building detailed plans to help grapplers stay on the mats. Their team comprises BJJ practitioners who are Physical Therapy and Athletic Training experts.
Learn more about Diana and Open...2024-07-101h 17
The BizJitsu PodcastOpen Mat Physio | Diana Wang DPTArchie & Vince catch up with a return guest on this week's episode!Diana Wang is a Doctor in Physical Therapy, one of the founders of Open Mat Physio, the host of The Open Mat Social Hour Podcast, and BJJ Blue Belt. Open Mat Physio's mission is to build better grapplers. They develop better grapplers daily by building detailed plans to help grapplers stay on the mats. Their team comprises BJJ practitioners who are Physical Therapy and Athletic Training experts. Learn more about Diana and Open...2024-07-101h 17
Open Mat Social HourEp 34: Competing ALMOST Every Week, AC Joint Injury, The Important of A Strength Coach ft. Matt Guffey & Josh Beam2024-07-0527 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 33 Mini: "What Makes Y'all Different Than Traditional PTs?"Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about what makes Open Mat Physio different than the traditional, clinic PT. We are so thankful for the trust that the Jiu Jitsu community has in us, so we try out absolute best to deliver the best!Thanks for tuning in!2024-06-2807 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 32: Shattering His Ankle to Back to Jiu Jitsu - 1 Year Later - Kris' StoryJoin us today on a special episode with our very own, Kris Martin. A year ago, Kris got into an accident that shattered his ankle while skiing on the mountains. This led to him needing to get immediate ankle surgery and a long rehab process that had many challenges, both mentally and physically. Kris shares his experience pre-op, post-op, during recovery, and how he is now. We are so grateful he is doing better, and we hope you enjoy the episode.This is his story.2024-06-2132 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 31: "Is It Possible to Be Healthy As An Older Grappler" ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss what nocebos, how old school medicine has caused us to feel fragile & if it's possible for us to be an older grappler & healthy on the mats. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-06-1418 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 30 Mini: The Importance of Plyometrics in BJJ RehabJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about the role of plyometrics in rehab & how that carries over into getting back on the mats!Thanks for tuning in!2024-06-0706 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 29: Fave LA Restaurant, Flexibility vs. Mobility, & Rebuilding Post-Injury Confidence - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! This will be a regular segment in our podcast episode rotation. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-05-3116 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 28: The Problem with Over-Diagnosing ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss what over-diagnosing is, why it is so problematic, & best strategies to use when getting a diagnosis that may sound scary or life altering. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-05-2422 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 27 Mini: "Do I Have to Do Physical Therapy Forever?"Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some the nuances behind the answer to "Do I have to Do Physical Therapy Forever?". Yes & No, let's chat.Thanks for tuning in!2024-05-1705 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 26: The Reality & Struggle of Building Confidence After an Injury - Crystal's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Crystal King. Crys is not only an incredible human, but also a jiu jitsu enthusiast with a deep love for the sport. In this episode, she shares with us her background, having to hide her injury at a very active job, the emotional truth behind building confidence again, & ways that she has been working on pushing forward despite adversity. We are so thankful for Crys' vulnerability & openness in this conversation.This is her story.2024-05-1024 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 25: When To Know It's Time to See A Physio ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss how to tell it's time to see a physio. The reality is that not every little ache or pain need rehab. Here's how to tell. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-05-0320 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 24 Mini: 5 Ways Jiu Jitsu & Rehab Are SimilarJoin us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some similarities between rehab & BJJ. They have a lot more in common than we think. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-04-2612 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 23: Chronic Low Back Pain "I Stopped Being Able To Straighten My Leg" - Brian's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Brian Bybee. Brian is a jiu jitsu enthusiast out of Caique Utah & a K-9 Police Office. In this episode, he shares with us his gradual onset of low back pain that went from everyday soreness to not being able to straighten his leg or even pick up something from the ground; so much to the point where his coworkers told him "You're done, buddy. You need help". Brian shares his insights & advice for those who may be experiencing something similar. We are so thankful for this...2024-04-1940 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 22: Chronic Ankle Instability, Thoughts on E-Stim & Porrada Responsibly - Q&A w/ Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We hope to be able to do Q&A's more often. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-04-1223 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 21: Meniscus Surgery Leading Up to Black Belt "Do I Even Deserve This?" - Eduardo's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Eduardo Lomeli, CheckMat Black Belt! Eduardo is the Co-Owner of Academy JJ, and just an incredible human to know. In this episode, he discusses his background of starting BJJ at 35, opening up 3 academies with Hector, & how his knee surgery made him question if he even deserved to level up to Black Belt. A wholesome episode with so much good advice from Eduardo. We hope you enjoy!This is his story.2024-04-0531 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 20: Our Biggest Lessons from Our Jiu Jitsu Journeys ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris reflect on our each individual jiu jitsu journeys & what we have learned. Thanks for tuning in!2024-03-2923 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 19 Mini: The Dark Side to "Solve X Pain With This Exercise!" PostsJoin us today on an episode where Diana is solo & chatting about the negative side of the clickbait videos we see on IG & TikTok. As much as intention may be trying to push the exposure of the rehab profession, it leaves many people hopeless and confused while going through an injury themselves. We hope we can create an open space for discussion of the nuances & the grey.Thanks for tuning in!2024-03-2209 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 18: Practical Ways to Make Your Rehab Journey Easier ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss practical ways to make your rehab process back to the mats easier. We cover everything from communication to recovery. Enjoy.Thanks for tuning in!2024-03-1520 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 17: A Fully Torn Knee & Overcoming Mental Adversity to Competing at Master Worlds - Juan's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Juan Herrera or Juanplusjuanis2 on IG! Juan is a Navy Vet, Purple Belt in BJJ, & an extremely talented actor/producer in the film industry. In this episode, he takes us on the journey of discovering Jiu Jitsu, using it to fuel his passions in life, how he got through a catastrophic knee injury, & his mental strategies when he's working through anything difficult. It was an inspiring chat, & we hope you enjoy!This is his story.2024-03-0833 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 16 Mini: When Taking a (TEMPORARY) Break From the Mats is a Good IdeaJoin us today on an episode where Diana is solo & chatting about when the team at Open Mat Physio would recommend taking a temporary break from training jiu jitsu. This is always a really hard call to make, but usually the best short term decision for long term outcomes & health.Thanks for tuning in!2024-02-2305 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 15: 99% LCL Tear to "I Don't Even Worry About My Knee Anymore" - Nina's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Nina Vo! Nina is a white belt in BJJ, and in her first tournament injured her knee badly. Through her trials & tribulations, she made her way to us & trusted us to help her get back to training. Nina shares her most impactful lessons & some important advice for those who may be going through something similar. Truly, an episode you don't want to miss.This is her story.2024-02-1630 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 14: Common Challenges During Rehab for BJJ Athletes ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss why different types of challenges we see in the world of rehab for jiu jitsu athletes. We also chatted about some tips on how to work through some of these challenges to be able to get back to training as quickly and as safely as possible.Thanks for tuning in!2024-02-0922 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 13 Mini: Why Patience in Rehab is SO Hard & Tips on Mindset ShiftsJoin us today on an episode where Diana is solo & chatting about the idea of patience during the rehab process, why it's SO incredibly hard to have at times & a couple ways to reframe it to keep the progress coming. Plus, patience is just a great life skill to have.Thanks for tuning in!2024-02-0209 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 12: From Full ACL Tear to Gold At Her First Tournament Back - Liz's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode with our dear friend, amazing human & tattoo artist badass, Liz Sanchez. Liz tore her ACL during a freak accident while training, and endured many hardships along her path to recovery. She recalls her experiences vividly while sharing gems of wisdom she learned as a master's athlete aspiring to be an active competitor. Her dedication to consistent work is why she is where is she & we are so humbled to have been a part of her journey.This is her story.2024-01-2631 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 11 Mini: The Jiu Jitsu "Language" & Why It Matters In RehabJoin us today on an episode where Diana is solo & chatting about the concept of language in rehab & jiu jitsu, & why it matters so much when working with a rehab professional. It's a lot deeper than just understanding movements & positions.Thanks for tuning in!2024-01-1909 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 10: What to Look For in a BJJ PT ft. Team Open Mat PhysioJoin us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss why it's beneficial to find a PT who trains & really understands BJJ when you're rehabbing from an injury. We also list a couple things to look for in a PT, in general, to help with getting you back to the mats ASAP. The reality is you can probably get decent care from a PT who doesn't understand Jiu Jitsu, but finding a good BJJ PT who fits you can truly make your life & rehab process so much easier.Thanks for tuning in!2024-01-1228 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 09: Nutrition for BJJ 101 w Rach Shim @JiuJitsuDietitianJoin us today on a special episode featuring Rach Shim aka @JiuJitsuDietitian. In this episode we talk a little bit about Rach's background, how she got into Jiu Jitsu/competition, common mistakes we see in BJJ nutrition, her experiences working in the community, as well as her plans for 2024. We are honored to have her on for our first episode of 2024!This is her story.2024-01-0529 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 08: The Origin of How We All Met - Open Mat Physio's Story Pt. 2Join us on today's episode to get a look into the origin story Pt. 2 of Open Mat Physio. Dr. Diana, Dr. Daisuke & Kris take you down memory lane of the beginnings of how we all met, how we've grown together & individually until now, & exciting announcements & plans for the future.Thank you all for your continued support!2023-12-2225 minOpen Mat Social HourEp 07: The Origin - Open Mat Physio's StoryJoin us on today's episode to get a look into the origin story of Open Mat Physio. Dr. Diana takes you down memory lane of all the twists and turns, ups and downs that led us to this point today. So buckle up, get ready, and enjoy!We are so thankful for all of your support throughout the years, and for all the love you all have shown us in person and online. We acknowledge that we would not be here without this community, and will strive to keep serving you all to the best of our...2023-12-0815 min
The BizJitsu PodcastDiana Wang DPT | Open Mat PhysioDiana Wang is a Doctor in Physical Therapy, one of the founders of Open Man Physio, the host of The Open Mat Social Hour Podcast, and BJJ Blue Belt at UACTP in Downtown LA. Open Mat Physio's mission is to build better grapplers. They develop better grapplers daily by building detailed plans to help grapplers stay on the mats. Their team comprises BJJ practitioners who are Physical Therapy and Athletic Training experts. Learn more about Diana and Open Mat Physio IG: @openmat_physio | @openmat_socialhour or online at www.openmatphysio.comThe BizJitsu...2023-11-291h 14The BizJitsu PodcastDiana Wang DPT | Open Mat PhysioDiana Wang is a Doctor in Physical Therapy, one of the founders of Open Man Physio, the host of The Open Mat Social Hour Podcast, and BJJ Blue Belt at UACTP in Downtown LA.
Open Mat Physio's mission is to build better grapplers. They develop better grapplers daily by building detailed plans to help grapplers stay on the mats. Their team comprises BJJ practitioners who are Physical Therapy and Athletic Training experts.
Learn more about Diana and Open Mat Physio IG: @openmat_physio | @openmat_socialhour or online at www.openmatphysio.com
The BizJitsu...2023-11-291h 14
Open Mat Social HourEp 06: The Importance of Taking Care of Your Body While Actively Competing - Jess's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode full of banter & great insight from a friend, infamous cat mom, & naturally hilarious individual, Jess Elizabeth. In this episode we talk about how Jess got into being such an active competitor, how she balances her schedule while working full time in cancer research & being very active in the Jiu Jitsu scene, as well as, why she finds so much value in being intentional with her training off the mats. It's always a fun time catching up & chatting with her. We can't wait for you to listen in!This is...2023-11-2433 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 05: Left Sided Paralysis Post Accident to Judo World Champ & Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt - Vega's StoryJoin us today on a very special episode to hear an inspiring story from a dear friend, Andrew Vega. Since 2018, he has been through many bouts of adversity, one being a possible career ending injury that left him devastated. After consulting with many MD's and physios, we had the honor to participate in his journey, which led him to become a Judo World Champ, and on to receive his brown belt in BJJ. Tune in hear more, along with so many important moments, from truly a resilient individual.This episode made me emotional, in the best way.2023-11-1033 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 04: Severe Low Back Injury & Depression to An MMA Title Fight - Shayaan's StoryJoin us today as we hear Shayaan's incredible story. 2 short years ago, Shayaan suffered a severe back injury from an incident while grappling. His symptoms involved extreme pain that left him immobilized, off the mats, & eventually in a deep depressive state. By sheer willpower & positive self talk, he worked his way out of it, endured a tough rehab journey & will be fighting for an MMA title fight on Nov 18th, 2023.A special, in depth episode with a special, in depth individual.This is his story.2023-10-2634 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 03: 15 Years of Neck Pain, Loss of Grip Strength, Muscle Atrophy for A Jiu Jitsu Academy Owner - Thomaz's StoryJoin us today as we hear Thomaz's incredible story. 15 years of neck pain that would cause him to not be able to get off the couch for weeks, lose grip strength, and ultimately limit his jiu jitsu training UNTIL he decided he wanted better for himself. Along his rehab journey, he accidentally stumbled upon Open Mat Physio's IG. And since then, the rest is history.A very meaningful episode.This is his story.2023-09-1438 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 02: "Neck Pain So Bad I Couldn't Sleep" to ADCC Open Vancouver Silver Medalist - Kegan's StoryJoin us today as we chat with Kegan Mulholland, a brown belt competitor out of Bellingham BJJ in the PNW. His neck injury story is one that is full of ups & downs, where the downs were pretty severe. He had his fair share of visits with rehab professionals, & actually worked with us for a couple months to complete his recovery back to training. Through it all he persevered, & solidified silver at the ADCC Open in Vancouver recently.This is his story.Open Mat Social Hour is a podcast focused on telling stories from the community...2023-09-1321 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 01: From Debilitating Low Back Pain to Receiving His Black Belt - Eddie's StoryProfessor Eddie joins us on the first episode of the REVAMP of the 'Open Mat Social Hour'. His story is truly inspiring, full of many challenges and obstacles. Eddie went from having debilitating low back pain, being shuffled in and out of different doctors offices, until he met one doctor who finally put him on the right path back to the mats which eventually led him to receive his black belt. Here is his story.Open Mat Social Hour is a podcast focused on telling stories from the community to the community. We want to h...2023-08-2532 min
NYCTalking PodcastEpisode 89 - Open Mat Physio and BJJ with Dr. Diana WangThis episode is for the safety minded jujitsu players out there. Actually, it is for anyone who does some form of physical sport and would like to prevent or heal an injury. Dr. Diana Wang of Open Mat Physio joins us to talk about longevity in this sport, injury prevention, mindset and so much more! Join us to hear from this purely BJJ dedicated wellness coach. Learn more at Openmatphysio.com2022-10-0731 min
Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast#107 Open Mat Physio: Dr Diana Wang & Kris Martin reveal Keys to better BJJ, Mistakes to avoid and Preventing injury.Sick of getting injured? Got some niggles you can't shake? The Open Mat Physio team have got the advice to help you. Dr Diana and Kris are both passionate BJJ practitioners as well as Physiotherapists. In this discussion they reveal some great insights.How to change your warm UpWhat BJJ actions to avoidFirst thing to do when you get InjuredWhen should you get Physiotherapy & when not toThis dynamic duo are on the frontlines of treating our BJJ Fam and know what works. This chat gives a clearer picture of how you can avoid injuries and improve...2022-10-0456 min
Physio FoundationsTips for working in sports physiotherapy, with Mat PriorThis week’s Physio Foundations is part 2 of my conversation with Mat Prior, sports and exercise physiotherapist and lecturer at Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia.
This week Mat and I spoke about his tips for breaking into, and succeeding, in sports physiotherapy.
We spoke about when doors open for you, and when you knock on doors to see if they will open. We spoke about Mat’s experiences working with adults, kids and people with disabilities in elite and recreational sport. Then we finished off our discussion talking about how Mat implements new research into his...2022-03-1423 minPhysio FoundationsDevelop your clinical reasoning and patient outcomes will follow - with Mat Prior, physiotherapistThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke to Mat Prior, sports and exercise physiotherapist and lecturer at Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia, about the pathway from student to practitioner and then physiotherapy educator.
We spoke about the foundational knowledge and skills that Mat uses as a sports physiotherapist and the values instils in his students as a physio educator. This episode has has great tips for practitioners and physio students. Please let Mat and I know what you think and join the conversation in the YouTube comments or via social media @PerratonPhysio.
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The Performance Rehabilitation and Strength Training PodcastProgramming Considerations for Combat Athletes - Dr. Diana Wang and Dr. Daisuke Saiki, Open Mat PhysioOn this episode I sit down with Dr. Diana Wang and Dr. Daisuke Saiki of Open Mat Physio to talk about programming considerations for combat athletes. Diana and Daisuke highlight different martial arts and their physiologic demands, how their assessment is individualized and specific to the athlete's martial art, creating a culture of trust with their athletes, tapering training volume before a fight, and the importance of educating their athletes in regard to both injury prevention and training with an injury.Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Follow PRST content on:Instagram...2021-06-0449 minThe Performance Rehabilitation and Strength Training PodcastPerformance Training and Rehabilitation for the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete - Dr. Diana Wang, Open Mat PhysioIn this episode I sit down with Dr. Diana Wang (@dr.dianawang) of Open Mat Physio (@openmat_physio) to talk about performance training and rehabilitation for the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete. Diana provides insight on her treatment philosophy and its implementation for the grappling athlete, managing volume with her athletes, the importance of communication and education as it pertains to training efficiency, training around injuries, the biomechanical demands of the art, and increasing longevity within the sport.Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Follow PRST content on:Instagram - @prst_ptWebsite...2020-09-0642 min
21st Century Physio Podcast016 - The Kettlebell Physio Brings You Into The 21st CenturyIn Episode 16 of the 21st Century Physio Podcast, Neil Meigh, the Kettlebell Physio Brings You Into The 21st Century.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Why kettlebells are better than any other training tool
- Some key lessons Neil learned from opening his own Physiotherapy practice
- How to transform from clinician to PhD researcher
- What the future of Physiotherapy has in-store (spolier. kettlebells will be there)
To find out more about Neil, head to
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21st Century Physio Podcast010 - Glenn Ruscoe Brings You Into The 21st CenturyIn Episode 10 of the 21st Century Physio Podcast, Glenn Ruscoe from www.dot.physio Brings You Into The 21st Century.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The top 3 skills you need to succeed in the 21st century as a therapist
- The things your website MUST have and how to get more patients into your practice
- How to find your niche and stand out from the crowd
How having a dot.physio domain can help Physiotherapists build their own personal brand and move into the telehealth space
- Why we chose www.podcast.physio and www.mat.physio for...2018-09-1131 min