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The Yin ProjectAstra Fox | Creativity and Mental Health, Sound Healing, Limiting BeliefsSummaryAstra Fox, certified Spiritual Life Coach and Folk/Pop Vocalist and Singer-Songwriter explores the profound connection between creativity and mental health. Astra shares her personal journey of using creativity as a healing tool following the loss of her husband, emphasizing the importance of creative expression in processing emotions. Astra and Emily Beaven discuss the collective awakening happening in society, the impact of limiting beliefs on personal growth, and the transformative power of sound and frequency in healing. Astra also highlights the role of coaching in helping individuals discover their unique gifts and overcome challenges, ultimately encouraging listeners to...2024-12-2758 min
The Gala ShowMikey Beaven: Metal LordsOn this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with veteran and owner of Smoked Bros, Mikey Beaven to chat all about the movie Metal Lords. Mikey shares with Gala how being a veteran has shaped how he watches movies, what kind of media he shows his children, and how you shouldn't strictly consume bubblegum — but first, a question about the importance of supporting veteran owned businesses. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Available EVERYWHERE! This is not a dream -- this is really happening!2024-05-2336 minThe Yin ProjectStacey Lapuk | Interior & Biophilic Design, How our Brains React to Natural Elements | Universal BeautyExploring the Beauty and Benefits of Biophilic DesignBook Link: FlowLinks:Stacey Lapuk Interiorswww.staceylapukinteriors.comStacey's InstagramIn this episode, interior designer Stacey Lapuk and host Emily Beaven dive into the fascinating world of biophilic design. They discuss the concept of neuroaesthetics and how our brains react to natural elements. Stacey shares insights from scientific studies and her own experiences to explain how biophilic design can improve our well-being. From incorporating natural materials and organic fabrics to creating experiences of...2023-11-141h 00
Zoo-notableGrit to Great by Linda Kaplan Thaler and Robin KovalAs we approach Halloween, I thought the topic of grit might be appropriate, and how we can gain a little more resilience, tenacity, and initiative in our lives.
I discuss big ideas like learning grit, rejection and failure help us succeed, minding the gap between effort and success, developing a growth mindset (becoming more like bamboo), and helping others helps us stay gritty.
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The Back Pain PodcastHow to Get a Scan With Scan.comThis episode takes a look at scans, why scans might be needed and how they can helpScan.com was founded to make scanning accessible for clients and support earlier diagnosis making a positive difference in patient journeys and recoveryHear about the clinical pathway for getting a scan with Scan.com and why their process supports accurate and clear information along with the next steps through an integrated system and pathways that support the patient journey KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a clinical pathway that is followed alongside the option to be referred for...2023-07-2133 minThe Back Pain PodcastBack Pain in Kids, Spondys, Spondylolysis & Stress Fractures With Angela JacksonAngela Jackson, specialist paediatric muscular skeletal physiotherapist joins the podcast again to talk about all things spondySpondylolysis is one of the most common back pain injuries seen in child athletes and although common it's vitally important that these injuries are picked up and The Back Pain Podcast is helping to raise awareness with Angela explaining how a stress fracture is very different to a full fracture and how they can be picked up along with the actions that need to be taken KEY TAKEAWAYS Lower back pain in a young athlete is an inconvenience th...2023-07-0740 minThe Back Pain PodcastAll About the SacroIliac Joint with Wilfried Simon AKA the Spine PhysioThe sacroiliac joint is an area that remains contentious despite all of the research that’s taken place and in this episode, we are chatting to Wilfried Simon, an osteopath and physio from Belgium about the misconceptions, if it can be a cause of pain and what to do if it is KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s a connection point but there isn’t much movement, only 3 degrees and its deep within the spine If you want the patient to be able to treat themselves and achieve autonomy they have to understand what’s wrong When you have man...2023-06-3034 minThe Back Pain PodcastMy Back Pain Journey and The Back to Health Programme That Changed My LifeAdam Dobson, physiotherapist, returns to the podcast to talk about the Back to Health Programme, a residential rehabilitation programme for people suffering from persistent back painIn this episode hear not only from Adam but also from Rebecca whose experience on the programme changed her life. They discuss the challenges of being told many different things, medication and why the programme is life-changing KEY TAKEAWAYS You can go to various physiotherapists and be told many different things, it can become a shopping list given to patients without any real idea of what it means to...2023-06-1641 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhy I Should Do my Exercises? A Good Analogy for UnderstandingDave and Rob are having a behind the treatment room door chat about their working week as chiropractors They discuss the importance of exercise plans and how increasing functional capacity is an important element of any treatment plan and share a great analogy to help understanding KEY TAKEAWAYS Any conservative or passive care doesn’t necessarily decrease pain from issues such as osteoarthritis People assume massage is aimed at reducing pain but its about increasing functional capacity If we improve the capacity of someone’s knee health then it means they can do mo...2023-05-1915 minThe Back Pain PodcastCan the Name of my Diagnosis Do More Harm Than Good?Dave and Rob are talking about diagnostic labels and particularly those for lower back pain Lower back pain is a complex and multifactorial condition and a specific diagnosis may not reflect the underlying causes or mechanisms for the pain so does a specific label help or hinder? This is a learning episode where the discussion is a great opportunity to carefully consider what you do as a clinician with the evolution of diagnostic labelling KEY TAKEAWAYS The research is now saying a diagnostic label is not as important as previously thought There...2023-04-2830 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat Drugs Can a GP Give For Pain And How do They Work? - With Dr Sophie Newton GPIn this episode, Rob is with Dr Sophie Newton talking about the medication both prescribed and over the counter that is used to treat back pain What is appropriate for one person may not be the right thing for another but this is an opportunity to find out more about how different types of medication work and the reasons why specific treatments are used KEY TAKEAWAYS Short-term, acute pain treatments include anti-inflammatory medication which works on damping down the inflammation Milder opioids like codeine are often given in conjunction with co-codamol Opiates work on op...2023-04-1435 minThe Back Pain PodcastExample Low Back Pain Case - Collaboration With The Sports Therapy Association (STA)In this episode, Dave shares a detailed lower back pain case history and takes specific questions from the audience in the journey to a diagnosis This is a fascinating insight into the approach that begins from the moment the clinician meets the patient through to the treatment journey and the factors that influence recovery KEY TAKEAWAYS Whatever your discipline the tenets are the same when you talking about pain As osteopaths and chiropractors, we are talking the same words just in a different language A disc doesn’t have to present with radi...2023-04-071h 05The Back Pain PodcastTennis And Golfers Elbow With Ian GattIan Gatt is a physiotherapist with extensive experience and expertise and is an upper limb injury specialist. In this episode Ian shares advice on tennis and golfers' elbow from the symptoms to the causes and what you can do to be able to get on with your life in the way you want to. KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s something that affects a tendon and it impacts daily activities Tennis elbow tends to be on the outside and golfers the inside of the elbow It can be linked to who you are as a person an...2023-03-2442 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat is Polymyalgia Rheumatica with Jack MarchJack March aka the rheumatology physio returns to talking about PMR and the treatment route He explains what the symptoms are and how its diagnosed and discusses the treatment pathway along with measures that can be taken to improve the symptoms KEY TAKEAWAYS PMR occurs 3x more in women than it does in men and a typical onset is a pain and stiffness in the shoulders when you wake up in the morning There is an overlap of rheumatology conditions which can make diagnosis challenging There is a risk of it developing into rheumatoid...2023-03-1731 minThe Back Pain PodcastBCA Chiropractors Top Tips For Back PainIn this episode hear top tips from chiropractors across the UK With each professional sharing their own top tip this is an episode packed with amazing content and practical actions because as Amy shares ‘when you listen to your body when it whispers you don’t have to hear it scream’ KEY TAKEAWAYS If you can, don’t stress about it and keep moving Learn how to push out your tummy to stabilise your back when walking Pain is multifactorial and sleep is for healing Do what you love because it will make you feel bett...2023-02-1709 minThe Back Pain PodcastEmpowering Osteopathy With Anisha JoshiAnisha Joshi, co-founder of Osteo Allies and award winning osteopath talks with Rob about how communication and empowerment are key in a holistic approach to osteopathy She talks about what you should expect when you see an osteopath and why it’s a process that should be empowering with actions that are manageable and achievable for the patient supporting them in feeling better in all areas KEY TAKEAWAYS It's about the person in front of you getting the best level of care People should leave feeling empowered, positive, and ready to move forward It's unde...2023-01-2031 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhen Should I see a Healthcare Professional - The Region Beta ParadoxIn this episode hear about the region Beta paradox -the phenomenon that people can sometimes recover more quickly from a major incident and intensive pain than from mild pain or a less distressing experience Rob also discusses the importance of explaining to your healthcare professional why you have made an appointment and what you want to get back to doing to ensure the treatment plan is successful KEY TAKEAWAYS People often mistakenly think it will take longer to recover from a major incident or intensive pain than when they have a mild pai...2022-11-2506 minThe Back Pain PodcastChiropractors Working in Elite Sport – Live Panel Discussion from the BCA ConferenceRob and Dave are joined for a panel discussion by four other chiropractors who are all working in elite sport They discuss the role of chiropractors in multi-disciplinary teams and the vital role they play in making sure the needs of very diverse athletes are effectively met The discussion also covers the ways chiropractors can develop their networks and become part of the teams supporting athletes at global events, listen in and enjoy KEY TAKEAWAYS Athletes have a greater understating of their bodies and are able to adapt more quickly With athletes i...2022-11-111h 07The Back Pain PodcastThe Worst Advice For Someone With Back PainThis week Rob is talking about the worst advice he sees given for back pain and is explaining why you definitely shouldn’t be following it He looks at abdominal bracing, stopping sports and activities and why movement is exactly what we should be doing supported by a skilled clinician to make sure the movement is what works for you, listen in and hear more KEY TAKEAWAYS You actually only need to use around 2% of your abdominal muscles for everyday activity so there is no need for extra bracing People are under the...2022-11-0410 minThe Back Pain PodcastYour CrossFit Questions Answered and Why there Will Always be Wonky SquatsIn today’s episode, Dave is talking gym, CrossFit and getting back into exercise in response to questions from across the Back Pain Podcast community and socials Dave takes a look at the role of deconstructing and building towards a particular movement and why even if you have a wonky squat its ok because everyone is different KEY TAKEAWAYS Full body movements are done in a group setting at high intensity Often cornerstone exercises are done and act as a marker for the level of fitness All exercises are positive if done well. I...2022-10-2816 minThe Back Pain PodcastParsonage Turner Syndrome - (the Lived Patient Experience)Continuing the journey to look at and explore wider muscular sketelal injuries, Dave today shares valuable content on a rare cause of shoulder pain – Parsonage Turner Syndrome also known as brachial neuritis is charaterised by very intense shoulder pain KEY TAKEAWAYS Its characterised by intense shoulder pain that after it fades away is replaced by muscle wasting and weakness It can last for around two years It’s thought to be an inflammatory auto immune response to a environmental triggerTreatment is focused on pain management Most people gain around 80- 90% of function BES...2022-10-1435 minThe Back Pain Podcast5 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner About Lower Back PainIn this episode, Rob reflects on the things he wished he’d known sooner and shares great content about what’s important when you have lower back pain Listen in to hear great information on how there are many factors that contribute to back pain and why exercise and self-management are key KEY TAKEAWAYS Pain is multifactorial and there are many factors that contribute to back pain Stress, anxiety, worry, sleep patterns, exercise and expectations can be contributing factors We are looking for ways to decrease and calm the pain and then build...2022-09-2311 minThe Back Pain PodcastThe Calm Sh*t Down, Build Sh*t Up Approach to Managing Back PainRob looks at the methodology of calming down and building up and explains how this approach to treatment works when you have non-specific back pain He shares some of the different ways pain can be effectively calmed down and how the next step is to build things up both physically and mentally in the treatment journey KEY TAKEAWAYS Patients are looking for a cause but often there isn’t a specific reason Pain is very real whenever you are experiencing it Non-specific back pain means treatment targets are aimed at the whole bac...2022-08-1211 minThe Back Pain PodcastA Rarer Cause of Leg Pain - Vascular ClaudicationThere are lots of different things that patients think are causes of sciatica and it’s the role of the health care professional to explain when it is sciatica, what it is, what it is not and what you can do about it In this episode, Rob discusses vascular claudication, a less common cause of leg pain but due to its risk factors, it's one that healthcare professionals stay alert to. He shares the diagnosis of intermittent vascular claudication with a patient and explains the crucial indicators that led to the diagnosis along with the treatment ...2022-08-0510 minThe Back Pain PodcastA Modern Chiropractors Approach to Lower Back PainRob takes a look at not only the role of the chiropractor but the elements that any good healthcare professional will be offering to their patients He also looks in detail at the ways the words chosen and used by professionals can impact not only on recovery but also have long-term implications and explores what a good professional and patient relationship looks like and how it facilitates positive recovery, listen in and hear more KEY TAKEAWAYS Around one-third of the population will suffer from lower back pain How we explain back pain is...2022-07-2923 minThe Back Pain PodcastManaging Lower Back Pain and SciaticaRob and Dave use a real-life example to explore how they would treat and manage a patient who comes to them having already experienced conflicting advice They go through the steps that are covered in an initial appointment and discuss the points at which a scan is the right choice along with what sorts of manual therapy can be a good choice Practitioners approach patients in different ways but you should always expect a very individualised treatment plan and this is a great opportunity to find out about what you should expect and why 2022-07-0139 minThe Back Pain PodcastFoam Rollers, Kinesio Tape and Acute VS ChronicRob and Dave are looking at some of the most frequently asked questions from the communities they work with and in this episode share great content in answer to a question on the difference between chronic and acute They also discuss what Kinesio tape and foam rolling actually do and what part of the routine where Kinesio tape and foam rollers are used is really important, listen in and hear the answers KEY TAKEAWAYS Acute and chronic are used to refer to the time frame, the amount of time you have had the...2022-06-1731 minThe Back Pain PodcastPhysios Are People Too – What to Do When My Physio Doesn’t Know What’s Wrong – Martin ChristensenRob and Dave talk with Martin Christensen, a physiotherapist who joins them from Norway Martin has gained a huge following for his Friday Physio Confessions and in this episode talks about the importance of building relationships and discusses why it’s vital that patients understand that physios are human and like all humans will make mistakes. If you want to know what a good clinician and patient relationship can be like, listen in and find out more KEY TAKEAWAYS A good healthcare professional makes the experience of the time matter more A pat...2022-06-0339 minThe Back Pain PodcastGardening and Back Pain – The Great British Problem?Dave is going solo and shares the advice and reminders that everyone venturing back out into the garden really needs to hear because it’s this time of the year that many clinicians are seeing a very specific patient – the gardener There's lots you can do from strength work throughout the year through to changing it up with different tasks and knowing when to stop As the sun starts to shine listening to this is a great way to get back into the garden the best way- without back pain KEY TAKEAW...2022-05-2014 minThe Back Pain PodcastPain and Motivation in the Journey to RecoveryDave explains why it’s important that your recovery is not just measured by an improvement in your pain levels but also by progress in the function and movement you want to achieve from being able to run a marathon through to being able to pick up your child Pain maybe the tipping point that led to you seeking intervention but your ‘why’ the motivation and goals you have are crucial in your journey to recovery and the function and movement that matters to you KEY TAKEAWAYS Understanding the motivation of the patient...2022-04-0110 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhen Should You Be Doing Your ExercisesRob is going solo this week with a great episode about exercise, when to do and what it can help you to achieve He explains the vital role exercise plays and how he works with his patients to build movement that can improve experiences of pain Exercise is a positive way to self-manage back pain and there are a multitude of ways to exercise, listen in and get started KEY TAKEAWAYS Exercises are usually designed to improve the movement of the body You can challenge your body with gentle load th...2022-03-1108 minThe Back Pain PodcastIs Bending Bad for Your Back?Should I stop bending over? We are taught early on about how bending or lifting must be done in a particular way to protect our backs but is there a right way to do it and is bending a trigger for back pain? In this episode, Rob shares great content and the answers to the questions people are always asking about bending and its connection to stress and pain. He also explains how to build and prepare your body to help it adapt, listen in, and find out more KEY TAKEAWAYS2022-02-1809 minThe Back Pain PodcastYou Are Not Your MRIDave and Rob discuss a topic that reoccurs often in their Facebook community – MRI scans when to have them when they are not needed and using the right language to discuss them This episode is a great reminder about the importance of explanation and the right language around MRI’s and how they are an amazing tool but only one piece of the puzzle when it comes to the diagnosis of back pain. Listen in and hear great informative information KEY TAKEAWAYS Patients can often expect that an MRI is going to show...2022-02-1113 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat Everyone Should Know About Back Pain - Part 3Rob Beaven goes solo this week and shares more great tips about changes you can make that will have a cumulative positive impact on your pain He discusses why building resilience and becoming more anti-fragile really can make the difference and how making changes to your sleep environment and recognising the role stress plays in your pain can change your journey to recovery KEY TAKEAWAYS A lack of sleep can have a negative influence on your pain and the quality of your sleep influences your body’s ability to repair Remove any ele...2022-01-1411 minThe Back Pain PodcastEveryone’s an IndividualIn this special New Year’s episode, Rob and Dave say a huge thank you and reflect on some of their favourite bits from the last 12 months discussing back pain with the world’s foremost experts. It’s been a successful year for the podcast because of the people who have reached out and asked the questions that have formed the basis for the episodes so if there is something you want to hear about back pain get in touch and help shape the episodes for the New Year KEY TAKEAWAYS Everyone is an i...2021-12-3116 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat's the Best Sleep Position to Avoid Back Pain?Rob and Dave take a look at the question of the best sleep position to avoid back pain and explain what everyone can do to get the best quality of sleep Ultimately good quality sleep plays an important role in any recovery so this should be the focus, getting the sleep is always more important than how you sleep, listen in and hear more KEY TAKEAWAYS The best position to sleep in is the one that doesn’t cause you pain There is not a best position to sleep in to avoid bac...2021-12-1712 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat Everyone Should Know About Back Pain - Part 2Rob and Dave continue their discussion around what they talk most about with patients on a daily basis. In this episode, they bust the myths and misconceptions about whether your back is fragile and weak and look at the narrative around ‘putting your back out’ They share great information and content in a way that is easy to understand and explain how they work with their clients towards successful recovery building strength, resilience and adaptability KEY TAKEAWAYS Your back isn’t fragile, the back is one of the strongest parts of the...2021-12-1024 minThe Back Pain PodcastReturning to work with Back PainIn this Q and A episode, Rob and Dave look at a question from their Facebook community about when you should return to work if you have back pain They have great information about graded exposure to practise movement and help the back to adapt before you return to the workplace and they also share great tips on how to balance and vary your movement activities when you are at work so that your body can cope successfully with the demands you are making on it KEY TAKEAWAYS If you first experience b...2021-10-2926 minThe Back Pain PodcastIf Everyone has a Disc Bulge, Why Does Mine Hurt so MuchRob looks at disc bulges and explains why for some there is little or no pain whilst others experience pain that impacts every aspect of their daily lives. He discusses the key questions that can help in understanding an individual’s experience of pain and explains how slow and subtle changes to the body are perceived very differently from sudden changes, which can be interpreted as a threat and experienced as pain This is a hugely informative episode that will help anyone understand more about their disc bulge, experience of pain and successful recovery ...2021-10-2207 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat is Osteoporosis, does it cause back pain?Rob is joined by Jack March as they discuss Osteoporosis and its impact on back pain. https://rheumatology.physio/ THE BACK PAIN PODCAST PROVIDER MAP - FINDING SOMEONE TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR BACK PAIN https://thebackpainpodcast.com/index.php/members-map/ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Back Pain Podcast The Back Pain Podcast website The Back Pain Podcast recommended products affiliate link Our Rode Mixer https://amzn.to/3waU8bx Our Microphones https://amzn.to/3rzSZ9Z Second Microphone https://amzn...2021-08-2731 minThe Back Pain PodcastDave's Top 3 Tips For Travelling With Back PainPeople are now thinking about holidays and you might be worried that your back is going to slow you down before you even get there so Dave shares great tips and advice for those with back pain who are travelling If you plan ahead and use Dave’s super simple tips for pain-free travel you can reach your destination in better shape and with less pain KEY TAKEAWAYS Plan ahead - if you know that sitting in one position aggravates your back pain then plan to move around at points during your journey If you...2021-08-2010 minThe Back Pain PodcastFear Avoidance Behaviour - What to do when a particular movement hurtsRob goes solo in this episode and is talking about fear avoidance behaviour – when you avoid certain movements due to pain and how it can be overcome. He discusses how it’s possible for fear-avoidance behaviours over an extended period of time can ultimately lead to increased sensitivity and pain and how to break the cycle Fear-avoidance behaviours are often seen with lower back pain so this is an episode many will resonant with and is packed with great content on how to move forward successfully. KEY TAKEAWAYS Fear-avoidance behaviour is av...2021-08-1313 minThe Back Pain PodcastHow to Get the Right Therapist for YouAny treatment plan needs to be one that works and in this episode, Dave and Rob share a great overview of what to look for to get the best therapist for you as an individual. Because we are all completely unique and individual every good therapist will create a personalised treatment plan, designed to achieve the goals and outcomes you have discussed together. Listen in and hear about the key things to look for so that you get the therapist that is the right one for you KEY TAKEAWAYS2021-07-2328 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhy Be Resilient When You Can Be ANTI-FRAGILE – A Patient StoryAnti-fragility is the next level in resilience and creating robustness, it’s about not only bouncing back but bouncing back better and stronger. Rob and Dave explain the concept of anti-fragility and why it can make the difference for back pain with graded exposure to stressors helping you to develop better adaptation to the unknown stressors we all face each day and brings growth on the other side of stress. This look at a philosophical concept is a great reminder about the importance of both the mental and physical aspects of recovery. K...2021-07-1616 minThe Back Pain PodcastExercise Vs. Back Pain; What Does it Do? with Adam MeakinsPhysiotherapist Adam Meakins gets into the detail about what good exercise is and how the right exercise can help individuals to build strength In today’s society, humans move less but it’s really important to move more - that’s what humans are designed to do and Adam explains how exercise exposes you to effort, challenge and difficulty and means you are more robust and resilient to all challenges in this focused and informative look at why exercise really does make the difference KEY TAKEAWAYS Exercise is anything that is effortful and cha...2021-07-0948 minZoo-notableZoo-notable #15 (Part 2): Zoomility with Dr. Grey StaffordI had so much fun nerding out on animal behavior with our guest tonight that I'm splitting the Zoo-notable on his amazing book, Zoomility, into 2 parts. Here is part 2 where we continue our talk on how positive reinforcement empowers us and the animals and teaches us to never give up!
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Dave and Rob share great content about the many different tools that help with recovery and why everyone needs an individualised approach to support effective recovery. It can take repetition, trial and error to find the right combination and your therapist should be talking to you to understand what the right approach is for you because - can a patient fail manual therapy…absolutely not, can a manual therapist fail a patient …definitely. KEY T...2021-06-1816 minThe Back Pain PodcastMy Sciatica Success StoryClare joins Rob and Dave and discusses her own journey of treatment and learning around sciatica She explains how trial and error is a vital part of recovery and why mindset and belief play an important role in getting well. This is a journey that many will resonant with and Clare shares some key points that altered her thinking, impacted positively on her recovery and have led to success. KEY TAKEAWAYS My stoic attitude helped because it was a routine but battling through and just putting up with the pain wa...2021-06-111h 10The Back Pain PodcastWhat Does Manual Therapy Do, What it Does not DoRob and Dave talk with Chad about aspects of manual therapy techniques covering everything from massage through to joint based techniques. They discuss how manual therapies work as tools for the clinician with the mechanisms impacting both directly on the site and influencing the spinal cord and brain. If you believe it and want it bringing this together with the mechanisms of manual therapies can improve outcomes and this informative episode will help anyone understand better how and why manual therapies can be part of the solution KEY TAKEAWAYS Manual th...2021-06-0447 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat Difference Does Posture Make for Back PainDave goes solo in this episode and discusses the long-held and widely shared idea that your back pain, neck pain, headaches, hip pain whatever it is have been caused by your posture. He delves into the question around what is and isn’t ‘good’ posture and looks at when posture plays a role and when it doesn’t. Listen in to find out exactly how your posture affects your pain and what you can effectively do to help your pain. KEY TAKEAWAYS The research says sitting up straight isn’t cor...2021-05-2712 minThe Back Pain PodcastAsk Me AnythingThis is the first of the ‘Ask Me Anything’ episodes and includes great questions from listeners covering diverse aspects around the subject of back pain. Hear about red flags and how your clinician is trained to consider what the signs may be indicating whether you should be requesting a scan or surgical referral and what to do if your exercise is causing pain. This is an episode packed with actionable content that is clear and concise helping anyone who is suffering from back pain understand more. KEY TAKEAWAYS If a parti...2021-05-2025 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat Questions to Ask Your Back Pain ExpertPreviously Rob and Dave have shared great content on how to prepare yourself before visiting a professional such as a physiotherapist or chiropractor and this week it’s all about what questions you should be asking when you are in the consulting room with your clinician. This is about getting the most from your consultation so that you can be involved in your recovery and have the tools to manage your pain and recovery outside of the consulting room. KEY TAKEAWAYS Write down your questions before you go to your consultation, questions are...2021-05-1422 minThe Back Pain PodcastSelf-Management Tools for Lower Back PainIf you are suffering from back pain this is the episode for you as Rob and Dave share great content about how to create a self-management protocol. Self-management is everything that takes place outside of the treatment room and understanding what you can do to self-manage your pain to heal in the best way possible is a hugely valuable aspect of recovery. This is a great opportunity to understand what you can do to help yourself and to hear about the key elements of a good self-management protocol. KEY TAKEAWAYS E...2021-05-0729 minThe Back Pain PodcastPlantar Fasciitis: What is it and how to fix it.Benn Boshell, a podiatrist who is also known as the heel pain expert has a specialist interest in plantar fasciitis and shares great content in this episode about the condition of plantar fasciitis and the various treatments available. This common condition affects around 10% of the population and for those who have it, the condition can have a huge impact on their lives. This is an episode that provides accurate information that anyone suffering from plantar fasciitis needs to be able to make the right choices about treatment to ensure they get results. 2021-04-3056 minThe Back Pain PodcastThe Biggest Myth in Back Pain - Julia GoverJulie Gover is a Chiropractor with a special interest in pain and in this fascinating episode, she talks about what pain is and why some pain becomes chronic. Whatever your pain experience it’s real and valid and a part of the protective mechanism in place. As humans, we are designed to move and recovery is something our bodies can do so pain does not have to be permanent. Changing your perception of pain and changing your behaviours around pain can all help you to move forward. KEY TAKEAWAYS That pai...2021-04-2342 minThe Back Pain PodcastHips and Spines Don't go out of Place!Many people talk about their hips and spines as being out of alignment, of having ‘slipped out’ and this emotive language has used for some time but this way of describing when something doesn’t feel right can lead to misunderstanding and potentially fear avoidance behaviours. Rob and Dave explain why this language is not only outdated but also incorrect and how manipulation really works along with why it’s about empowering the patient to improve their resilience, have the right information and work in collaboration with their clinician to heal. KEY TAKEAWAYS When...2021-03-2611 minThe Back Pain PodcastHow Changing Your Mindset will Improve Your PainThis is a great episode focusing on how the right mindset can make a difference in recovery. What you think and believe about your pain has a huge influence on your potential to recover and a recovery mindset is about managing what you say to yourself, your self-beliefs and updating your education about back pain. If you fully understand what is happening to your body and have a growth mindset you can positively influence your recovery. Look at the bigger picture and understand how to problem solve your way through recovery with a...2021-03-1947 minThe Back Pain PodcastIs my Pain From My Sacroiliac Joint?Mark Laslett is a specialist physiotherapist who has extensive expertise and experience. He explains what the sacroiliac joint is, its function in the body and the varying ways the joint can become inflamed and a cause of pain. He also shares great content on the treatments that are used and the difference between sacroiliac dysfunction and sacroiliac joint pain. This episode is a great opportunity to understand more about the sacroiliac joint and how it can cause pain. KEY TAKEAWAYS The sacroiliac joint is in the centre of t...2021-03-1251 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat is the Best Diet for Recovery?Ben Steele-Turner is a physiotherapist and associate nutritionist and in this episode discusses what a healthy diet consists of along with the impact of macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients in supporting the essential functions of the body. When a recovery plan and a healthy eating plan are combined recovery is better supported and you are providing your body with the tools it needs to move forwards and Ben shares great content on what makes a healthy diet and why. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you have a healthy diet then blood flow will be better. It’s a...2021-03-0539 minThe Back Pain PodcastLong Covid - Dr Deepak RavindranLong Covid is a term that’s been adopted by those who have been struggling with a variety of symptoms having had an accurate Covid episode and is currently estimated to be experienced by 10% of the population. Dr Deepak Ravindran explains what Long Covid is, the ways it is being treated and the preventative measures that can be taken. Calming and supporting the immune system means re-evaluating your diet and assessing your levels of well-being to bring balance and in this episode packed with content you can find out how to get started. ...2021-02-261h 02The Back Pain PodcastHow to Get the Most from Your Back Pain ConsultationIn this episode, Rob discusses and provides great advice on what you need to do to get the best from your consultation. You need to look for a clinician or therapist who has a skill set that includes an active approach to care, someone who will tell you what you can do to get better and foster self-management, not resilience. Rob shares key information that anyone attending a consultation can implement to make the experience productive and informative. If you have back pain and are unsure about who you should see and what...2021-02-1913 minThe Back Pain PodcastIce, Heat or Peace & LoveThere are a variety of factors to be considered when deciding on ice or heat – personal preference, practitioner preference and the scientific data. Rob and Dave share great content on the effects of ice and heat for differing back injuries and explain why people can use a combination along with the importance of early movement to aid positive recovery. Understanding that hurt doesn’t equal harm and how exercise is vital on the journey to recovery along with an optimistic approach is key and in this episode, there is great advice on the best way to t...2021-02-1230 minThe Back Pain PodcastBack Pain During Pregnancy 2.0In this episode Physiotherapist and pelvic health specialist, Sarah Fellows talks about all things pregnancy, pelvic pain and back pain. She discusses the types of pain that may be experienced and one of the biggest drivers for back pain during pregnancy – fear. Training for motherhood is essential and this is a great opportunity to hear about the various factors that impact on back pain during pregnancy and what you can proactively do. KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the biggest drivers for back pain during pregnancy is fear. Back pain will get bet...2021-02-0550 minThe Back Pain PodcastAll About Spinal StenosisRob and Dave talk Mr Alexander Montgomery, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon about Spinal Stenosis, a common condition responsible for much back, neck and arm pain. They discuss what Spinal Stenosis is the symptoms that are experienced and hoe you can have it with no symptoms at all along with the various treatments and surgical options available. Understanding what spinal stenosis is and what the best treatments are will ensure you know what to look for and how to seek the most effective treatment. KEY TAKEAWAYS Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of t...2021-01-2942 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat is Cauda Equina Syndrome? - Rob TyerCauda Equina is a condition many have heard of or been warned about it but what is it and what are the symptoms you need to look out for? In this informative episode, Rob Tyer physiotherapist talks about everything cauda equina and explains what it is, the symptoms to be aware of and why if you have cauda equina treatment is time sensitive. He also shares the types of questions you will be asked and how the answers will help professionals to decide on the right treatment pathway. KEY TAKEAWAYS I...2021-01-2233 minThe Back Pain PodcastShould I See A Chiropractor, Physiotherapist Or An Osteopath? - with Mike JamesIn this week's show, Dave and Rob welcome physiotherapist, Mike James - AKA The Endurance Physio - to the show to discuss the enduring topic of what the differences are between a chiropractor, a physiotherapist, and an osteopath, and how to decide upon which might be the best for you? KEY TAKEAWAYS All therapists and practitioners in the MSK realm offer something unique in terms of treatment, and so all should be considered for their own contribution. When looking for a therapist, we must search for the traits of a good one. These traits usually come...2021-01-1514 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhy Do My Knees Hurt - Claire RobertsonPeople with back pain may also have other problems and in this episode hear all about knee pain, what the causes are and what you can do about it with expert Claire Robertson. Claire specialises in Patellofemoral pain syndrome and shares great information about what is actually happening in your knee and some great analogies that mean it’s easy to understand how the causes can be different for different people. It’s usually not about a specific event or injury but about a gradual change over time. Claire also explains how to be proactive in c...2021-01-0831 minThe Back Pain PodcastCall in The ChiropractorsIn this special New Year’s edition of the podcast, Rob and Dave are joined by Tom white from Salford city chiropractic and Ricky Davis from Summit well-being in London. They discuss some of the cases in clinic this week sharing great insights into their initial consultation process and how this lays the foundation for collaborative work between the therapist and patient on the journey to recovery. It’s always about the formulation of a tailored approach that’s right for each patient that supports their physical and mental wellbeing as they make increm...2021-01-0143 minThe Back Pain PodcastChristmas Day Back-Pain-Special!In this very special edition of the Back Pain Podcast Rob and Dave reflect on beginning the podcast 10 months ago and the 35 episodes that they have already shared as the only patient-facing podcast about back pain. Next year they will be expanding to include in-depth mini-series about specific issues and already have great guests and experts lined up to bring more of what you want on The Back Pain podcast KEY TAKEAWAYS Thanks for joining us on the whirlwind journey this year, it’s been pretty incredible. We started in lockdown have bee...2020-12-2504 minThe Back Pain PodcastAndy Dobinson - A Stroke of Good LuckAndy Dobinson had a significant and completely unexpected stroke in 2017. His stroke was cryptogenic, meaning the professionals didn’t know why it happened but in this episode, Andy explains not only the event but also his recovery and why he now can say it was the best thing that happened to him. His stroke was a life-changing event for someone who thought they were too young to have a stroke and his recovery changed his perspective building a mindset that is all about the experience, adventure, appreciation and always celebrating the small wins. KEY...2020-12-1841 min
The Good ShowThe Steven Beaven Midnight HourThings are falling apart. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-12-071h 36The Back Pain PodcastCore Stability & Other MythsDave talks to Greg Lehman, Physiotherapist, Chiropractor and Strength and Conditioning Specialist about core stability and the movement that matters in this episode. They discuss what your core actually is and how you can optimise your exercise and movement patterns to maximise the outcomes that are the best for you Greg also shares great information about our, often hidden, 6 packs the different ways in which we exercise them and how everyone has a good core. This is a great chance to understand more about core stability, being human and movement that you enjoy.2020-11-2742 minThe Back Pain PodcastIs Back Pain Stress-Related?Rob and Dave come together to share great advice on a question that they are frequently asked ‘is back pain stress-related?’ Currently, there are lots of reasons why people feel stressed and in this episode, Rob and Dave share a range of different things anyone can do to lower their levels of stress. If you are able to decrease your back pain you will be able to lower your stress and the first thing you can do is listen to the Back Pain Podcast, a great source of information, content and advice all of which will help you...2020-11-1318 minThe Back Pain PodcastDiscs Don’t Slip!David Poulter is a physical therapist working out of Minnesota in the United States and shares great information about how dynamic our interbody joints, our discs, are effectively adapting to movement and load. He explains how discs are structured and work with the interbody joint getting its nutrition from loading and compression. With his extensive expertise and experience, David provides an in-depth and comprehensive explanation of both the construction and function of these interbody joints and shares why the truth is that discs don’t slip. KEY TAKEAWAYS The disc is...2020-11-0651 minThe Good ShowThe Steven Beaven and Dick McSlick adventure through the dickpictions of Muhammad!Me and dick McSlick talk business, the economy, everything. We speak of genocide and then I compliment him on how he has improved with the names, he replies that he sometimes spaces out on the show. I say that that’s ok and the we just watch music videos till I read a Wikipedia article. There’s a lot of song suggestions within this episode, you have been warned.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-10-311h 02The Back Pain PodcastIce or Heat Which One Should I Use?Rob and Dave discuss one of the questions they are asked the most ‘I’ve got back pain should I use ice or heat? There’s lots of conflicting information out there but the answer is it doesn’t matter, neither will cause you any harm it’s all about working out which one is best for you and will provide the relief you are looking for from your back pain. Rob and Dave explain how often you should apply relief treatment in this reassuring episode that explains exactly how heat and ice work and why it’s a...2020-10-2317 minThe Back Pain PodcastTop Takeaways from the Last 25 Episodes!Many people (10% of the population) suffer from chronic widespread pain and in this episode, Rob and Dave share the best takeaways and nuggets of advice from previous interviews that they themselves use regularly. Where there is pain there is inflamed tissue that is reacting and changing and you should be looking to find what is the best healing process for you. This a great opportunity to hear the best takeaways from a range of great professionals who have been guests on the podcast and shared great practical advice. KEY TAKEAWAYS When there is...2020-10-1639 minThe Back Pain PodcastAvoiding Training Injuries & Myth Busting With The Endurance PhysioThe Endurance Physio, Mike James joins Dave and Rob to look at how to avoid injury, train successfully for the events you want to take part in and share some myth-busting in this fascinating episode. Mike explains how anyone can train for and take part in endurance events if they understand how to be consistent and what their starting point is. He discusses the most common types of injuries and why it’s vital to put in the preparation and perfect each step of training consistently before reaching for the marginal gains along with great ad...2020-10-091h 08The Back Pain PodcastWhat Should I Do When my Back Spasms?If you have regular back spasms what should you do? This is frequently asked in clinic and in this episode, Rob and Dave explain what you should do and why initiating small movements that can be adapted through increased load and repetition are the key to improve your range of movement. Pain or hurt doesn’t equal harm and it’s important to listen to your body and remember that the spine and body are designed to move so having a full range of movement and maintaining it is key for the human body. This epis...2020-10-0224 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhen Should I Push Through Pain?!When you experience pain during any activity you will question whether you should push through the pain or stop and in this episode, Rob and Dave share great advice on how to return to activities or exercise safely. People’s pain threshold is subjective and movement is an important part of the journey to recovery but it’s about starting back in the right way and understanding when you are experiencing increased pain. This episode is a great opportunity to learn more about when and how you can get back to the activities you love. 2020-09-2519 minThe Good ShowThe Name GameThe En-Word gets said immediately. Feat:( BBB, Dick McSlick, Diveit Dale, Chumpster Dumpster. And of course me Steven Beaven, who did not say they En-Word.) if we break the law but pretend we did it somewhere else it’s not illegal.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-09-2358 minThe Back Pain PodcastSleep Hacks for Back Pain + SciaticaHow can you get a decent night’s sleep when you have back pain or sciatica? Dave and Rob provide some great tips and hacks to help anyone with back pain get through the night. Any pain, including back pain and sciatica, can seem much worse at night when there is nothing else to focus on but there are things you can do and the easily followed advice in this episode will help you to achieve better sleep and good quality sleep always means better recovery. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you are...2020-09-1817 minThe Back Pain PodcastAssessment, Pain Pattern Recognition and Specific Intervention with Prof. Stuart McGillRob and Dave are with Prof. Stuart McGill a world-leading expert in spine and back pain. He takes a different approach to other clinicians and through assessment and identifications of patterns is able to test very specifically to identify the problem. People often think that back pain is something you have to live with but in this episode, Prof. McGill discusses why a detailed assessment and understanding lifestyle and the pain patterns is key in being able to make a precise diagnosis and create hacks that make the difference. This is a fascinating...2020-09-111h 15The Back Pain PodcastThe Best Life Hacks for Back PainIn this episode, Rob and Dave are with Tom White, Chiropractor and they are sharing the best hacks that can be used on a regular basis for back pain. These tips and tricks can be incorporated into your daily routine to help with the daily activities and routines that everyone has to complete. These life hacks for back pain will help you to manage the pain and are the recommendations that Rob, Dave and Thom share most often with their own patients. KEY TAKEAWAYS Using a bin bag o...2020-09-0438 minThe Back Pain PodcastBed Rest for Back Pain: Why It's Not The Best!In this short but sweet episode of The Back Pain Podcast, Rob and Dave debunk the myth of bed rest and explain why it's not the best form of recovery! ABOUT THE HOSTS Dave Elliot Dave is the owner of Advanced Chiropractic, a chain of Chiropractic and massage therapy clinics in Essex, UK. Dave still sees patients during the week but has been working hard to talk to as many experts in the field of back pain as possible to help distil all the information and bring it to you in this awesome...2020-08-2807 minThe Back Pain PodcastGo Inside the Treatment Room – Weight & Back Pain – Correlation Doesn’t Equal CausationRob and Dave are inside the treatment room in this episode discussing the most frequently asked questions about back pain and sharing great answers and advice. ‘Does carrying extra weight result in back pain?’ Hear about causation and correlation and why it’s not true that additional weight causes back pain but there is correlation and the changes made to positively impact on weight will also impact on back pain. KEY TAKEAWAYS Correlation is two things happening at the same time. Causation is where one thing will directly affect another. Back pai...2020-08-2105 minThe Back Pain PodcastStrength Coach for Arsenal - Dominic MayIn this episode, Rob and Dave are talking about back pain and strength with Dominic May, a strength and conditioning coach who has worked with sportspeople around the world and is currently best known as the Arsenal Academy’s strength and conditioning coach. Dominic explains exactly why it’s vital to have balance in the body and how strength underpins every movement, enabling the individual to effectively hold a core position and complete all other actions and movements. Dominic provides a fascinating insight into his work with athletes and shares his wealth of knowledge about how...2020-08-0751 minThe Back Pain PodcastThe Best Exercise for Back Pain Feat. Associate Professor Dr Daniel BelavyNote: In the episode Daniel is introduced as 'Assistant Professor', this is incorrect. His official title is 'Associate Professor Dr Daniel Belavy'. We aplologise for this innacuracy. Dave and Rob are with Associate professor Daniel Belavy, one of the authors of a new paper recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine which addresses the ultimate question ‘What exercise should I be doing for my lower back pain?’ They discuss how network metanalysis was used to compare different types of exercise and the parameters that mean this research can be effectively used to understand which...2020-07-3142 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat Is Sciatica?Tom Jesson is a physio who has a particular interest in sciatica and in this episode, he explains exactly how your nervous system works and what sciatica is. He chats to Rob and Dave about perceptions and what you can do if you have recent onset sciatica along with the possible ways forward for those who experience chronic sciatica. Tom shares detailed but very accessible information about sciatica and what to do in this episode packed with valuable content. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Sciatic nerve is the large nerve that runs down the b...2020-07-241h 30The Back Pain PodcastBack Pain Myths - Sam SpinelliSam Spinelli is a hugely experienced strength and conditioning therapist based in Canada and in this episode, Rob and Sam explore some of the commonly held myths about back pain and its causes as they discuss posture, position, flexion and stretching. Sam shares some great practical tips about movement and exercises that will have a positive impact along with detailed information about the research and data behind the work that he undertakes with his clients. KEY TAKEAWAYS Posture is multifactorial there are many reasons why you may be in a particular position o...2020-07-1759 minThe Back Pain PodcastWhat is Arthritis/Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)We chat to Jack March, a Specialist Rheumatology Physio about his role in practice as an Advanced Level Physio at Nuffield health, alongside that he is also Project lead of The Physio Matters Podcast and has lectured extensively on Rheumatology, arthritis and Inflammatory Back Pain. In this episode, we chat about what Arthritis actually is and the ways in which exercise and lifestyle can help to optimise your body system. It’s a huge topic and Jack shares some great advice about joint inflammation what any individual can do to optimise and access the right re...2020-07-101h 00The Back Pain PodcastSpinal Surgery Success StoriesIn this episode, Jack Barton, who works in construction and is also a CrossFit Coach shares his experience of surgery and recovery. After his back injury impacted on the movements he could make and he took the decision to have Microdiscectomy surgery to resolve the issue. He discusses the process leading up to the decision and the surgery along with what it was like in the 6 week initial recovery period and beyond. This is a good opportunity to hear from someone who has been through a surgery, undertaken the rehabilitation and returned to an exercise...2020-07-0331 minThe Back Pain PodcastCrossfit and Back PainIn this episode, Rob Crowley Chiropractor and CrossFit Competitor talks about the value of CrossFit as both a fitness methodology and a competitive sport. He shares what it means to an individual who trains in CrossFit in addition to their working week and how professional CrossFit elite athletes work towards their goals and how exposure to movement and load is the key to building resilience, strength and endurance. Rob reflects and shares great advice from all angles - as a chiropractor, physiologist, CrossFit competitor and CrossFit coach. Cross fit can be hard to define and...2020-06-261h 10The Back Pain PodcastBuilding the Golf Athlete - Shane Lawlor Sports ChiropractorIn this episode Shane Lawlor one of Europe’s leading golf performance therapists discusses the range of issues he sees repeatedly in his specialist area, golf and the solutions that he is able to offer. With extensive expertise and experience in the treatment, screening and rehabilitation of golf injuries Shane has travelled the world with professional golfers and has worked with athletes at all levels. He shares the methods and approaches that make a difference in physical performance and discusses what it really takes to build an athlete. KEY TAKEAWAYS The...2020-06-1958 minThe Back Pain PodcastChronic Pain with Dr. Derek GriffinDerek Griffin specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist with expertise in chronic pain disorders is talking about chronic pain and how pain is understood on both an individual and societal level. There are many factors that influence an individual’s experience of pain and Derek explains the importance of listening to the patient and bringing understanding to the narrative. Everyone will seek to make sense of their pain and understanding the many factors that interact to not only influence the pain but determine the response can help in the management and treatment of individuals. We are su...2020-06-121h 05The Back Pain PodcastRunning & Back Pain; With Expert Running Physio Brad BeerIn this episode, Brad Beer founding physiotherapist of Pogo Physio, host of ‘The Physical Performance Podcast and best-selling author of ‘You Can Run Pain Free’ discusses what it takes to keep running and the types of injuries that runners often encounter. Moving and motion are important and the body adapts growing stronger so keeping in motion is key. Brad and Rob discuss the ways to achieve optimum hip stability, understand your body type, training load and running technique in this informative episode. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1 out 5 recreational runners will compete with a runnin...2020-06-0540 minThe Back Pain PodcastBack Pain in Professional Sports - A Chiropractors OpinionNick is a Sport Chiropractor who has worked in the premiership for the last 3 years alongside a multidisciplinary team of physios, doctors and coaches. We discuss how common injuries including back pain is in top-level athletes and how its managed in the elite sporting environment. As well as the challenges healthcare professionals face in dealing with the best of the best. KEY TAKEAWAYS 49% of the population has suffered from back pain and individuals often identify sport as the cause. This can be because they don’t do anything, then do something intense incre...2020-05-221h 00The Back Pain PodcastPregnancy and Back Pain; Is it Normal?Sarah Fellows is a chartered musculoskeletal and women's health Physiotherapist. She works alongside Rob at the Dyer St Clinic @dyerstclinic dyerstclinic.com in Cirencester. Today’s episode focuses on one of Sarah’s passions, treating pregnant ladies, who as I’m sure you know, regularly suffer from back pain. We cover how to know if you back pain is serious, and the signs to look out for. What you can do if you are pregnant and have back pain, and tips to avoid it, if you are early on in your pregnancy or trying for the future. Sa...2020-05-2248 minThe Back Pain PodcastAll about Fibromyalgia!Dr. Depak Ravindran is a Consultant Pain and MSK Specialist at Circle Rehabilitation. He is also lead consultant in pain medicine at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading. One of his key areas of interest is Fibromyalgia. A Chronic pain condition which not only causes a significant amount of back pain but also makes the pain from other conditions much worse! We talk today about the widespread problem that is Fibromyalgia, how common it is and its relationship to other pain conditions. Deepak is a world-renowned expert on this topic, so some takeaways for sufferers...2020-05-221h 23