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Physio FoundationsUnderstanding Bronchiectasis Part 2: Exercise for people with bronchiectasis – with Associate Professor Annemarie LeeJust in time for World Bronchiectasis Day, this is Part 2 of my discussion with Associate Professor Annemarie Lee on exercise for people with bronchiectasis. In this episode, Annemarie explains the benefits of exercise for people with Bronchiectasis and explores different ways people can engage in physical activity—whether as part of a formal rehabilitation program or by integrating it into daily life.
A huge thanks to Annemarie for sharing your expertise.
Use the timestamps below to jump to sections of interest.
0:00 About this episode
1:52 How does exercise benefit people with Bronchiectasis?...2025-07-0130 minPhysio FoundationsAssociate Professor Annemarie Lee - Understanding Bronchiectasis – Part 1, assessment and airway clearance techniquesAssociate Professor Annemarie Lee is a leading cardiorespiratory physiotherapist, educator and researcher whose work has helped shape how we understand and manage bronchiectasis in physiotherapy practice. This is the first episode of a two-part series on bronchiectasis. In this episode, we discuss subjective and objective assessment of people with bronchiectasis and provide an introduction to airway clearance techniques. A huge thanks to Annemarie for sharing your expertise.
Use the timestamps below to jump to sections of interest.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Annemarie
4:50 What is bronchiectasis?
8:50...2025-06-0333 minPhysio FoundationsJane Rooney – Cross Bracing and Non-Operative ACL ManagementIn this episode, Associate Professor Jane Rooney explains the latest evidence for non-operative management of ACL injuries, including the Cross Bracing Protocol and associated research.
This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.
Jane Rooney is a Specialist Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists in 2009) and a facilitator and examiner for physiotherapists completing their specialisation through the College. She has extensive experience in sports physiotherapy, working with athletes of a...2025-04-241h 03Physio FoundationsRandall Cooper and Mick Hughes – Exercise Matters and Learn PhysioOn this episode, I welcome back Mick Hughes and Randall Cooper to talk about the role of exercise in health and physiotherapy practice. We also discuss the work they are doing with their education platform, Learn.Physio, and what they have learned over the past five years from interviewing and creating content with world-class clinicians and educators.
Thanks to Randall and Mick for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to the relevant sections.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome back Mick and Randall
1:50 Exercise Matters podcast2025-04-0552 minPhysio FoundationsNick Kane - Sports MAP, Working in Elite Sport, and Developing your Career in Sports PhysiotherapyNick Kane is the founder of the Sports MAP network, an educational platform for physiotherapists and sports medicine professionals and the former head physiotherapist for the Essendon Australian Rules Football club. Nick founded and consults at the Complete Balance Physiotherapy clinic in Melbourne, Australia.
In this episode, Nick discussed his experiences working in elite sport and how you can develop your own career in sports physiotherapy.
Thanks Nick for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Nick
2025-03-3145 minPhysio FoundationsFoundations of Neurological Physiotherapy - with Narelle DalwoodNarelle Dalwood is a neurological physiotherapist and Senior Lecturer at Monash University Physiotherapy. In this episode, Narelle and I discuss the foundations of neurological physiotherapy, including neuroanatomy and the pathology of common conditions such as stroke.
Thanks Narelle for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Narelle
1:04 Common neurological conditions
3:14 Middle cerebral artery strokes
7:50 Heterogeneity - combining imaging, history and assessment findings
12:45 Defining terminology – infarcts and haemorrhagic strokes
14:38 How do yo...2025-03-2155 minPhysio FoundationsHow to Study & Network Effectively, Explore Alternative Pathways in Physiotherapy, and Build Transferable Skills – with Ellen Ball | New Grad Series Part 13Ellen Ball is a physiotherapist and Monash University Physiotherapy graduate who is currently completing a master’s degree in public health. In this conversation, Ellen and I discuss the study habits that helped her become a highly successful student, how to network effectively, and alternative career pathways after graduation.
Thanks Ellen for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Ellen
1:50 Ellen’s foundations
4:20 How do you find and stay in touch with mentors?
6:05 How do y...2025-03-1933 minPhysio FoundationsUnderstanding Knee Osteoarthritis: From research to practice - with Associate Professor Adam CulvenorAssociate Professor Adam Culvenor is a Principal Research Fellow from the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine (LASEM) Research Centre, a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Emerging Leadership Fellow and the head of the Knee Injury Research Group within LASEM.
In this conversation, Adam and I discussed the research he has led on post traumatic knee osteoarthritis including the OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations, the SUPER-Knee trial, the role of diet in managing osteoarthritis and the Australian Knee Injury Study.
Thanks Adam for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections a...2025-03-0340 minPhysio FoundationsMaking Rehab Stick: The role of health professionals in exercise adherence - with Rebecca PhillipsBec Phillips is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist and educator at Charles Sturt University. In this episode, Bec reflects on her fascinating career in physiotherapy and public health, including her work supporting the health of people in rural Kenya.
Bec then explores her PhD research findings and provides practical tips for physiotherapists to help us understand how different types of people adhere to their rehab plans.
Thanks, Bec for a great conversation. You can use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections and follow the links below to find out more about Bec and her work.2025-02-251h 04Physio FoundationsDr Liam West – How Physios and Sports Doctors Can Work Together EffectivelyThis episode contains discussions about self-harm, suicide and sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 for 24/7 confidential support. If you are outside Australia, please seek support from a crisis service in your country.
Dr Liam West is a Sports and Exercise Physician based in Melbourne, Australia and a fellow of the Australasian College of Sport & Exercise Physicians. In this episode, Liam, Zuzana and I discussed some practical aspects of how physiotherapists can work with sports doctors, what...2025-02-161h 38Physio FoundationsUnpacking Qualitative Research (Part 4): Data Analysis & Practical Tips with Dr Melanie FarlieDr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale.
In part 4 of this four-part series, Mel finishes her quality appraisal of the quality of the study by Katherine Lawler and colleagues. Mel demystifies the process of data analysis in qualitative research and gives us some tips for using qualitative research in our study and clinical practice.
Access the study here: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2024.2343822
Follow along using the COREQ checklist here: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/coreq/2025-02-0832 minPhysio FoundationsHow to Evaluate the Quality of Qualitative Research in Physiotherapy (Part 3) with Dr Melanie FarlieDr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale.
In part 3 of this four-part series, Mel explains the process of appraising the quality of qualitative research, using the example of the study by Katherine Lawler and colleagues. Access the study here: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2024.2343822
Follow along using the COREQ checklist here: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/coreq/
In this episode:
0:00 Introduction to the episode
1:25 Why we need to evaluate the quality of qualitative research?
2:51 Checklists y...2025-02-0737 minPhysio FoundationsHow to Read, Interpret, and Apply Qualitative Research in Physiotherapy (Part 2) with Dr Melanie FarlieDr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale.
In part 2 of this four-part series, Mel demonstrates the process of reading, interpreting and understanding qualitative research. Mel refers to a study by Katherine Lawler and colleagues. Access the study here: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2024.2343822
In this episode:
0:00 Introduction to the episode
3:19 Example of the methods of a qualitative study
5:00 When is qualitative research the best approach to answer a research question?
8:00 Explaining the qualitative methods that were used a...2025-02-0420 minPhysio FoundationsDemystifying Qualitative Research: A Student and Clinician’s Guide (Part 1) with Dr Melanie FarlieDr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale.
In this four-part series, Mel introduces qualitative research, provides examples of how you can read and understand qualitative research, explains how you can search for, and evaluate the quality of, qualitative research, and discusses how qualitative research can influence your clinical practice.
Part 1 of this four-part series is an introduction to qualitative research for students and clinicians.
In this episode:
0:00 Introduction to Mel and the four-part s...2025-02-0418 minPhysio FoundationsDr Tim Sayer – Managing ACL injuries in the clinicTim is a consultant physiotherapist and managing director of Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine Clinic, in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Tim summarised his approach to rehabilitation for people with ACL injuries and ACL reconstruction.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Tim
2:20 Tim’s background and interests
6:33 Why are ACL injuries such a big problem?
10:00 How do you manage ACL injuries in the clinic?
15:45 Operative and non-operative pathways – it’s not always a black and white decision. ACL healing and long-term outcomes – watch this space.
20:22 Meniscal integrity and knee stability, early knee rehabilitation goals and...2024-10-1658 minPhysio FoundationsProfessor Terry Haines AM: How can clinicians be involved in physiotherapy research? Solving problems through researchProfessor Terry Haines is the Head of the School of Primary and Allied Health Care at Monash University. In this episode we discussed Terry’s journey from graduate physiotherapist to research leader, and how clinicians can solve problems with research.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Terry
3:17 What gets you out of bed in the morning?
7:40 How did you get started in research?
13:13 What are the key areas for physiotherapy research?
18:25 How can students and clinicians get involved in research?
29:15 The most important knowledge and skills for physiotherapists – be prepared to have a go
Rea...2024-10-1633 minPhysio FoundationsAssociate Professor Michelle Hall: Hip and knee osteoarthritis and the importance of sleep for musculoskeletal healthMichelle joined me to discuss her research in hip and knee osteoarthritis and how we can apply this research in the clinic. Thanks Michelle for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Michelle
11:00 Summary of hip and knee osteoarthritis research and the role of sleep in musculoskeletal health
17:30 Are higher or lower loads responsible for changes in cartilage in the knee? Knee adduction moments, muscle strength, braces and orthotics.
23:00 Loading and the multifactorial nature of pain in osteoarthritis, changing the narrative of how osteoarthritis is described
32:30 Resources for managing sleep for people...2024-08-1047 minPhysio FoundationsThe hips sometimes lie: Hip biomechanics and muscle function. With Associate Professor Laura Diamond.Associate Professor Laura Diamond is a biomedical engineer and researcher interested in hip biomechanics and osteoarthritis. In this episode we discussed Laura’s research into the role of the deep hip muscles during functional activities and what her findings may mean for rehabilitation of people with hip pain. Thanks Laura for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Laura
5:45 Laura’s research in hip and knee biomechanics and muscle activation
9:15 What happens if you contact the deep hip muscles to the maximum amount? Redirecting the hip contact force in the acetabulum.
14:50 Do peopl...2024-06-0338 minPhysio FoundationsMajor Emma Williams – a physiotherapy career in the militaryEmma Williams is an Australian Army Officer and uniformed physiotherapist. In this episode, Emma discusses her career pathway from university to the military and her work with military personnel in Australia and overseas.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Emma
4:00 Pathway into the military through a military scholarship, what is it like working as a physio in the army?
13:05 Strategies for building rapport and gaining trust
17:00 Common injuries in the army – MTSS, ankle sprains, balancing injury prevention and surveillance with the need to develop toughness
22:00 Physical performance standards
25:20 What injuries do military personnel get and...2024-05-2159 minPhysio FoundationsThihan Chandramohan – The Cricket Physio talks though his own experiences with injury, surgery and rehabilitationThihan is a highly experienced Sports Physiotherapist who has held roles with the Melbourne Renegades, Bangladesh Cricket, Hampshire Cricket, and most recently as the Rehabilitation Manager for the Sri Lankan Cricket Team. Thihan is also one of the hosts of the Physio Social Club Podcast.
In this episode, we took a tangent from cricket, and discussed Thihan’s recent leg injury and his experiences with injury, surgery and rehabilitation. Thihan offered very interesting insights into the experience of having a serious injury and surgery in a developing country, reflections on the real experience of a lengthy rehabilitation, an...2024-04-241h 03Physio FoundationsDr Malia Ho - Beyond the foot: Foundational skills in podiatry, using technology in health professions education.Dr. Malia Ho is a sports podiatrist and Senior Lecturer within Monash University's Doctor of Podiatric Medicine course. With over two decades of experience in clinical practice, research, and education, Malia has a wealth of knowledge and insights. In this episode, Malia shares her unique journey from engineering to podiatry, revealing the pivotal moments and decisions that shaped her career. Malia offers useful tips for health profession students for achieving success, emphasizing the crucial role of foundational skills such as listening and empathy, alongside the importance of embracing technology in healthcare education. Thanks Malia for a great conversation.
2024-04-0433 minPhysio FoundationsDr Luke Davies – How to improve patient outcomes with telehealthDr Luke Davies is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist, educator and researcher in the School of Primary and Allied Health Care at Monash University. His research focuses on telehealth for physiotherapy clinical practice and education. In this episode, we discussed how telehealth can be used within your clinical practice, and Luke’s tips for effective clinical care, in-person, or through technology. Thanks, Luke for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Luke
1:12 Welcome to Physio Foundations
2:40 Hands on and Hands off physiotherapy
3:17 What is telehealth?
4:32 Who can telehealth be helpful for?
5:50 Rural and remote he...2024-03-2629 minPhysio FoundationsJames Schomburgk - how to build and maintain a list in private practice.James is one of the owners of The Second Visit, who provide mentoring for physiotherapists in private practice and a range of professional development courses. James is a highly experienced practitioner and practice owner, university lecturer and leader within a number of organisations and professional associations.
In this episode, James talked about the financial realities of running a private practice, key skills for new graduate practitioners to develop and how to build and maintain a list in private practice. Thanks, James for a great conversation.
In this episode:
About this episode, welcome James and w...2024-02-241h 08Physio FoundationsAbby De Kretser - Managing hip, pelvic and spine conditions and teaching applied anatomyAbby De Kretser is the principal physiotherapist at Universal Practice in Fitzroy in Melbourne, Australia, and an anatomy facilitator with Monash University Physiotherapy. In this episode, we talked about managing hip, pelvic and spine conditions using Pilates and other exercise-based rehabilitation, and her experiences teaching applied anatomy. Thanks Abby for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Abby
2:00 Background and interests
4:01 Key career turning points and developing a special interest area in Pilates and sports physiotherapy.
6:19 How does clinical Pilates complement strength and conditioning?
9:48 Cues to help people who are over-bracing to...2024-02-131h 05Physio FoundationsDr Christina Ekegren – How can we help people stay active in hospital and after major trauma?Christina Ekegren is a Senior Research Fellow at the Rehabilitation, Ageing, and Independent Living (RAIL) Research Centre at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia. Her research focuses on physical activity for hospitalised patients, older adults, and people recovering from traumatic injury. In this episode, we discussed Christina’s research on strategies for helping people stay physically active in hospital and after major trauma.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Christina
1:39 Background and interests
5:42 The many factors that lead to people being sedentary in hospital
6:30 Physical activity as a vital sign in hospital
7:40 Wearables and measurement as an...2024-02-0543 minPhysio FoundationsDimitrie Damos part 2 – Managing complexity in the clinic as a new graduate physiotherapist - New grad series Part 12Dimitrie joins me again to discuss her strategies for managing complexity in the clinic as a new graduate physiotherapist. This is part 12 of the new graduate series on the podcast. Enjoy!
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
2:30 Experience in the first days of working as a new graduate physiotherapist
5:30 What happens when the routine approach doesn’t work? When is it time to try something different?
9:30 What allows you to have the confidence to make mistakes?
14:45 What to people want when they see a physio?
15:13 Balancing ‘high value’ and ‘low value’ treatment
18:44 Referring to other health profession...2024-01-3140 minPhysio FoundationsDimitrie Damos – Working under pressure, pelvic health and incontinence, mentoring and the importance of maintaining broad knowledge and skills - New grad series Part 11Dimitrie Damos in a physiotherapist from Perth, Western Australia who was my mentee for the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s mentoring program in 2023. We talked about her special interest area and postgraduate training in pelvic health and incontinence, working under pressure and the importance of maintaining a broad skillset even when training in a specialty area. We finished with Dimi's tips for students. Thanks Dimi for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Dimitrie
2:20 About Dimi – what led you to pursue a career in physiotherapy?
4:40 Developing a special interest area prior to graduating.
6:35 Start...2024-01-1034 minPhysio FoundationsMick Girdwood – knee injuries, osteoarthritis and relationship with hip and knee muscle strengthMick Girdwood is a physiotherapist, researcher, and PhD candidate. We spoke about his research on knee injuries and osteoarthritis, and their association with the strength of the hip and knee muscles. We finished with a discussion about outcome measures you can use in the clinic and the importance of considering the goals and activities that are most important to the patient/person. Thanks, Mick for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Mick
1:55 What drew you to physiotherapy?
9:00 Journey into research – how did this start?
11:27 Mick’s PhD in ACL injuries and gett...2023-12-2245 minPhysio FoundationsJaap Switters - ‘Do your own research’. How to publish scientific research as a practitioner in a clinicJaap is back again and this time we discussed ways to publish research as a practitioner in the clinic, focusing on case studies and literature reviews related to your special interest areas.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
2:15 What research have you done in your clinic and how did you achieve this?
7:00 Using publications to get into a PhD
8:15 How does having publications help you as a clinician? Challenging beliefs and biases, developing expertise through the process of doing research
14:50 Does publishing a case study help improve your clinical data collection processes?
19:00 Meaningful clinical change – using pat...2023-12-1455 minPhysio FoundationsMoving into private practice and getting started in research, with Tom Peers-Barlow – New Grad Series Part 11This week I had a conversation with new graduate physiotherapist Tom Peers-Barlow about his experiences moving from the public sector into private practice. We discussed ways you can get involved in research as a new graduate practitioner and strategies for managing feelings of nervousness when you first start working as a health professional. Tom shared his tips for how to set yourself up with good habits for lifelong learning and getting the most out of your clinical career. Thanks Tom for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode and welcome Tom
2:10 Tom’s background and...2023-12-0453 minPhysio FoundationsJaap Switters – Male chronic pelvic pain – contributing factors and management strategies.This week I spoke to Jaap Switters about chronic pelvic pain and the range of contributing factors and management strategies that practitioners can use to help people in the clinic.
Jaap is an osteopath and physiotherapist based in Vienna, Austria who specialises in male chronic pelvic pain and associated conditions. Jaap is also a university educator and researcher with a series of research publications on chronic pelvic pain and associated conditions.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
3:07 Welcome back Jaap, background and interests
4:20 Definition of male chronic pelvic pain and the noisy neighbours analogy
7:30...2023-11-2853 minPhysio FoundationsDr Luke Nelson – Managing running-related injuriesThis week I welcomed back Dr Luke Nelson to the Physio Foundations podcast to talk about running and running-related injuries.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
1:00 Welcome back Luke to Physio Foundations
2:15 Luke’s background and interests
6:00 What are some of the first things you look at when assessing a runner?
12:10 What are common running-related injuries?
14:29 Running speed/surfaces and how they relate to injuries?
17:10 Using smart watches and technology to explore training loads in the clinic
21:20 When injuries are more complex and chronic – differing management strategies
25:40 Medial tibial stress syndrome – management strategies and tips
30:00 Prognosis and expec...2023-11-2058 minPhysio FoundationsTim Trevail - How do you find your purpose as a health professional?Tim is the program director for the physical health suite of programs at Torrens University, a rehab specialist at Complete Physio Exercise and Performance in Melbourne, Australia and a PhD candidate in the area of tendinopathy. In this episode, Tim talks about finding your purpose as a health professional. Thanks Tim for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
2:27 About Tim
7:30 Finding you purpose and the meaning for your you do, the concept of Ikigai
8:10 Australian physiotherapy workforce survey; 55-60% are leaving the profession within 10 years of graduating – exploring reasons for this
10:45 What does the...2023-11-1357 minPhysio FoundationsPatrick Vallance - tips for studying and learning for students and new graduates.Pat joins me to talk about his tips for studying and learning in physiotherapy. This is an episode for students and new graduates who want to further develop their learning and professional development. This is Pat’s third time on the podcast – thanks Pat for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
1:34 Welcome back Pat
3:09 About Pat – teaching interests and responsibilities
5:55 Pat’s tips for success in studying – use the resources that are available to you
10:05 Pitfalls when studying – don’t just listen to lecture recordings. Appraise the quality of the information you are provided...2023-10-3144 minPhysio FoundationsJordan Rutherford part 2 – Working with professional golfers for performance and injury management.Jordan Rutherford is a physiotherapist with the Professional Golf Association of Australasia and the director of Launch Health in Melbourne, Australia. In part 2 of our conversation we talked about working with professional golfers for performance and injury management and using objective measures such as handheld dynamometers.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode
1:51 What it’s like being a physiotherapist working in professional golf and how Jordan got started
4:40 The hard yards in professional golf
6:19 Millimetres and degrees is the difference between the fairway and the trees
7:25 What injuries do golfers get?
9:00 What preparation do golf...2023-10-1732 minPhysio FoundationsJordan Rutherford – Starting a private practice, benefits and risks, and reflections on university teachingJordan Rutherford is a physiotherapist with the Professional Golf Association of Australasia and the director of Launch Health in Melbourne, Australia. He is one of our teaching staff in Monash University Physiotherapy working in the first year of our undergraduate program. We talked about Jordan’s experiences in starting a private practice and his reflections on working in physiotherapy education.
In this episode
0:00 About this episode
3:45 About Jordan
6:47 Starting a private practice, benefits and risks, when to go for it and when may you be better off working for somebody
10:55 Supervising students in private practice
14:20 Going stra...2023-10-0734 minPhysio FoundationsJess Coventry – building connections and finding mentors, rather than networking. Tips for students and newly graduated physiotherapists.On this episode I had a conversation with recently graduated physiotherapist and PhD Candidate Jess Coventry about networking as a student and early career practitioner, and how to find mentors. We spoke about Jess’ experience seeking specific skills, finding mentors, networking at university, and her first couple of years of clinical practice leading up to the start of her PhD. Thanks Jess for a great conversation.
In this episode
0:00 About this episode
1:05 Welcome Jess – bio, interests, clinical career so far
4:40 Jess’ PhD working in the Kids Leg Pain project
8...2023-08-1756 minPhysio FoundationsSeven Shan - Clinical communication skills for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.On this episode I had a conversation with recently graduated physiotherapist Seven Shan about her experiences studying, living and working in Australia as an international student, and now an Australian health professional. I asked Seven for her tips for success in study and work, particularly for international students or people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
In this episode we discuss the Clinical Communication Support Program run by Jo-Anne Corbett and team at Monash Uni Physiotherapy and how Seven has developed her own clinical communication skills through her training and clinical practice.
This is a...2023-08-1139 minPhysio FoundationsDr Udari Colombage part 2 – Pelvic health in women with breast cancer. Take-home messages for the clinic from Udari’s PhD researchThis is part 2 of my conversation with physiotherapist Dr Udari Colombage from Monash University Physiotherapy. We talked about pelvic health and pelvic floor dysfunction in women with breast cancer and Udari’s PhD research findings, with key take-home messages for you to use in the clinic.
In this episode:
0:00 Welcome back Udari
1:25 Overview of pelvic floor disorders and their management – Udari’s PhD research
8:09 Prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction in women with breast cancer – summary of systematic review findings
10:40 The problem of underestimation of the impact of bladder a...2023-07-1819 minPhysio FoundationsDr Udari Colombage - Pelvic health and pelvic floor dysfunction, how to ask questions about incontinence and pelvic health, resources for practitioners and patientsThis week I spoke with physiotherapist and recent PhD graduate Dr Udari Colombage from Monash University Physiotherapy about pelvic floor dysfunction and her pathway from graduate, to PhD student, to early career researcher.
Note that this episode contains content that may not be suitable for children; for example, discussions of surgery for breast cancer, incontinence and sexual dysfunction.
In this episode
0:00 About this episode
1:58 Welcome Udari – background, interest, qualifications and career pathway so far
5:15 Finding mentors and a special interest area in your career
7:00 Pelvic floo...2023-07-1331 minPhysio FoundationsMatt Donnelly – working as an Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in an emergency department, and tips for students on clinical placementsThis week I had a conversation with Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Matt Donnelly from Monash Health in Melbourne, Australia. We talked about the role of Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists in emergency departments, how advanced practice roles help people higher quality care, and how his career and experience led him to this role. We also talked about Matt’s tips for students on clinical placements, including how to be successful and how to manage feeling nervous. This was a great conversation and I learned a lot, I hope you do too.
In this episode
0:00 About this epi...2023-06-1639 minPhysio FoundationsJun Shen Soong – Rural vs metropolitan work, hospital vs private practice, developing your own style of practice – New Grad Series Part 8This week I spoke to new graduate physiotherapist Jun Soong about the benefits of working in a non-metropolitan health care system as a new graduate physiotherapist, developing your own style of practice, and how he is setting up the next stages of his career.
We also spoke about transitioning from university to working life, planning overseas travel as a health professional and why he is going back to university to study a masters degree.
Thanks, Jun, for a great conversation. If you enjoyed the episode and want to be a part of the conversation yourself...2023-06-0948 minPhysio FoundationsHow do you ‘get into research’ as a clinician? With Associate Professor Christian OsadnikOn the 50th episode of the Physio Foundations podcast I had a conversation with Associate Professor Christian Osadnik from Monash University Physiotherapy about the various ways you can get involved in research as a clinician, and the research-specific knowledge and skills that should form the foundation of your practice.
If you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend or on your social networks. Sharing the episode is the best way to support the podcast and will help us get these positive messages about our profession out to more people around the world.
In...2023-05-2459 minPhysio FoundationsOliver Wong – How to develop confidence and build your professional ’character’. New Grad Series Part7This week I spoke to new graduate physiotherapist Oliver Wong about his experiences transitioning from university to working life, how to develop confidence and develop your professional ‘character’ and why he thinks a career brainstorm is better than a career plan.
Thanks Oli for a great conversation. If you found this episode helpful, please follow Physio Foundations in your favourite podcast episode on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram @PerratonPhysio
In this episode
0:00 About this episode, welcome Oli
2:59 About Oli – background, interests and transition to working life
5:00 How are you...2023-05-1147 minPhysio FoundationsMac Hall - Managing persistent pain in the clinic - expert tips for pracitionersThis week I spoke to physiotherapist and PhD candidate Mac Hall about his practical tips for clinicians working with people with persistent pain. We also talked about the findings of his PhD investigating mechanisms of pain in people with chronic low back pain. Thanks Mac for a great conversation.
If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend or on your social networks. Sharing the episode is the best way to support the podcast and will help us get these positive messages about our profession out to more people around the world.
2023-05-0350 minPhysio FoundationsDr Greg Lehman – Challenging your own beliefs and reconciling biomechanics with pain scienceThis week I spoke to physiotherapist, chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist Dr Greg Lehman about challenging your own beliefs and assumptions in clinical practice. We spoke about the challenges of keeping things simple whilst balancing this with the complexities of clinical practice. We then talked about some of Greg’s pet topics; applied biomechanics, strength training and movement preparation.
If you enjoyed this conversation please share it with a friend or on your social networks. Sharing the episode is the best way to support the podcast and will help us get these positive messages about our pr...2023-04-2741 minPhysio FoundationsJess Lindstrom – develop your teaching, learning and research skills, tips for learning at university, teaching during the pandemic and doing a PhDThis week I spoke to Monash University Physiotherapy educator and PhD candidate Jess Lindstrom about her tips for developing your career through education and research, tips for students for learning at university and why you might choose to do a PhD.
If you enjoyed this conversation please share it with a friend or on your social networks. Sharing the episode is the best way to support the podcast and will help us get these positive messages about our profession out to more people around the world.
Thanks for your support of the Physio Foundations podcast...2023-04-1955 minPhysio FoundationsIsabella Smith – Tips for success in your first hospital role, working in an intensive care unit, combining teaching, research and clinical work - New Grad Series Part 6This week I spoke to Monash University Physiotherapy graduate Isabella Smith about her tips for successfully transitioning from university to your first hospital job and her experiences working in a hospital, including in an intensive care unit. We also spoke about Issie is integrating education and research into her clinical work and her plans for developing her career in the years ahead. Thanks Issie for a great conversation.
In this episode
0:00 About this episode, welcome Issie
2:00 About Issie – background, interests and transition to working life
5:05 What area did you see yourself go...2023-04-1445 minPhysio FoundationsVasish Vasan – Experiencing an ACL injury, transitioning from university to working life and working with other health professionals – New Grad Series Part 5This week I spoke with recently graduated physiotherapist Vasish Vasan about his experience working with doctors, podiatrists, nurses, orthopaedic surgeons and other health professionals. This was the 5th in my 'New Graduate Series', and in this episode,, Vasish gave us tips for transitioning from university to working life and for getting the most out of this phase of your career. We also spoke about his experiences managing an ACL injury and the psychological impact of the injury on his rehab and return to sport. Thanks Vasish for a great conversation and sharing your experiences.
In th...2023-03-2950 minPhysio FoundationsJosh Vinton - Working as a physio in the UK and the bigger picture of university learning – New Grad Series Part 4This week I spoke to Monash University Physiotherapy graduate Josh Vinton about his experience transitioning from student life to working life, and his upcoming plans for working as a physiotherapist in the United Kingdom. Thanks Josh for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode, welcome Josh
2:10 About Josh – background, interests and transition to working life
3:02 What interested you about private practice when you were a student?
4:12 Developing knowledge and skills in hospital settings in another country
7:15 What skills are you developing since graduation? Thi...2023-03-2446 minPhysio FoundationsDr. Ben Meadley, Intensive Care Flight Paramedic - Push your career into new frontiersThis week I spoke to specialist paramedic, educator and researcher Dr Ben Meadley about his career as a specialist mobile intensive care ambulance (MICA) paramedic and the rapidly evolving profession of paramedicine. Ben explained what Johnny Utah from the movie Point Break can teach us about physical performance standards for health professionals and the importance of emotional intelligence, empathy, capability, aligning practice with research and pushing into new frontiers. Thanks Ben for a great conversation.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with...2023-03-1643 minPhysio FoundationsKevin Lieberthal - Running-related injuries, strength training and entrepreneurshipZuzana and I sat down with physiotherapist, business owner and runner Kevin Lieberthal about managing running-related injuries. We also spoke about strength assessment and strength training in the clinic, and about Kev’s entrepreneurial side-project, Gravel and Tar.
In this episode
0:00 About this episode
1:39 Kevin’s background, interests and career so far - from squash, to triathlon, to cycling to running marathons
5:20 How do you maintain your passion for the profession?
8:07 Positive reflections on our great profession
9:40 What does running mean to your patient? Weighing up hi...2023-03-091h 04Physio FoundationsFrom elite sports biomechanics to paramedicine research; strategically building your knowledge and skills - with Associate Professor Kelly-Ann BowlesThis week I spoke with Associate Professor Kelly-Ann Bowles from the Department of Paramedicine at Monash University. Kelly is a biomechanist and a paramedicine researcher as well as the acting head of the Department of Paramedicine and the Director of Research for our School of Primary and Allied Health Care. We spoke about the foundations of her career and her thoughts on the direction of the physiotherapy profession.
Kelly has a very interesting and diverse professional background and has mentored many students and colleagues (myself included) in their careers. There is plenty in this episode for students...2023-02-2332 min
Everyday EnduranceShould you train every day? Rigid vs. intuitive training plans and upcoming podcast guests. With Luke and SimonOn this episode of the Everyday Endurance Podcast, Simon and Luke compare rigid training plans to a more intuitive approach to training.
We also talk about our endurance plans for the year ahead and the growing list of upcoming guests who are coming onto the show.
In this episode, we mentioned the Physio Foundations podcast and the Monash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcast. We even gave a plug to young Henry Perraton from the Give me Space podcast. We don't have anything to sell you on these podcasts, but if you want to support us you ca...2023-02-2137 minPhysio FoundationsStrength training tips for clinicians – with Chris Seville, physiotherapist, educator and powerlifterChris Seville is a physiotherapist, physiotherapy educator and principal practice owner at healthy bodies physiotherapy in Cheltenham in Melbourne’s south east. Chris is also a powerlifter and powerlifting coach who has won multiple championships and represented Australia at the World Championships. He currently holds the under 83kg Australian Squat Record. We spoke about his clinical interests, his experiences working in high-profile clinical roles and how he uses his knowledge of powerlifting to help people of all ages and functional levels improve their quality of life. Thanks Chris for a great conversation.
In this episode:
0:00 Abo...2023-02-1553 minPhysio FoundationsFocus on the learning and the results with follow. The bigger picture of learning in university and beyond. With Jodie DakicThis is part 2 of my conversation with sports physiotherapist, physio educator and pelvic health researcher Jodie Dakic from Monash University Physiotherapy. We discuss the how you can reframe your approach to university and lifelong learning and the bigger picture of developing yourself professionally across your career.
In this episode:
0:00 Why is this episode important?
2:15 Students are worried about assessments, educators want students to focus on their learning – Jodie’s perspectives
3:00 The ‘soft skills’ that can make or break you as a student and a professional. What else are you learning when you enro...2023-02-1038 minPhysio FoundationsExploring the world of sports physiotherapy – with Jodie DakicJodie is a highly experienced sports physiotherapist, physiotherapy educator and emerging researcher in the field of women’s health and physical activity. In this episode I spoke to Jodie about her many years’ experience working in elite sport and the series of ground-breaking studies she is doing as part of her PhD looking at the impact of pelvic health on women’s physical activity. We explored the foundations of Jodie's career and her tips for up and coming practitioners who want to follow a similar path. Enjoy!
In this episode:
0:24 About Jodie
3:00...2023-02-0340 minPhysio FoundationsEssential knowledge for physiotherapists and physiotherapy students, New Zealand physiotherapy student and educator experiences – with Dr Sarah Ward, PhDThis is part 2 of my conversation with physiotherapist, triathlete and physiotherapy educator Dr Sarah Ward. We discussed Sarah’s experiences as a physio educator in New Zealand and how Sarah and her colleagues help prepare physiotherapy students for the workforce
In this episode:
0:00 Welcome back Sarah
2:50 What physiotherapy courses are there in New Zealand?
5:00 How do you remember anatomy when you return to study?
6:32 Why is anatomy so important?
8:10 The disruptions to education from COVID-19 – New Zealand experiences
14:04 Simulation in physio education. Making teaching relatable
2023-01-1922 minPhysio FoundationsSarah Ward PhD – ACL research, foundational physiotherapy skills and applying research in the clinicSarah Ward is a physiotherapist, researcher, age group champion triathlete and physio educator at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. I spoke to Sarah about balancing research, clinical practice and research, all the wonderful places she has been able to travel to as a physiotherapist. I really enjoyed this conversation with Sarah. If you enjoy it as well please share the episode and remember to follow the show so you can see future episodes like this.
In this episode:
0:20 Welcome Sarah
5:15 Where in the world has your physiotherapy degree taken you?2022-12-2026 minPhysio FoundationsWhy don’t you teach them this at university? The realities of teaching and learning in an entry-to-practice course. With Pat VallanceIn this episode Pat Vallance and I try to answer the perennial question asked of physiotherapy educators; why don’t you teach them this at university?
In this episode:
3:30 What is realistic to cover in an entry-to-practice course?
5:25 What are we trying to achieve in an entry-to-practice course?
6:05 The aim isn't to specialise - you have 3-4 years to become safe, effective and professional over a wide range of competencies
7:12 The huge challenge of transforming a novice learner into an autonomous professional
8:15 Why don’t we do two years of full time strength and conditioning in entry...2022-12-1643 minPhysio FoundationsHow do you become a physiotherapy educator?I spoke to physiotherapist, PhD student and physio educator Pat Vallance about his pathway from student, to clinician, to PhD student and physiotherapy educator. Pat gave us some tips for learning and being engaged with learning during university training and we finished off our conversation by discussing the perennial question that haunts physiotherapy educators... 'Why don't you guys teach them this stuff at uni?'
In this episode:
2:40 What do you love about teaching?
4:35 About Pat – how did you end up at Monash uni physio teaching with us?
8:22 How do you become a physiotherapy educator?
12:40 What tip...2022-12-0541 minPhysio FoundationsThe problem with clinical communication part 3 - application in the clinicZuzana and I continue our discussion on the application of my 10 tips for clinical communication.
In this episode:
7:13 Motivation interviewing tips – how to engage people and consider their motivations for exercise.
10:05 How confident are you that this week you will get your exercises done?
18:02. The 3 things you need consent for in clinical practice and practical examples
20:35. Give people options so they can give you informed consent.
23:27 Investigate with your communication – Zuzana’s perspectives and examples
29:45 Warning people, without frightening them, warning about risk of reoccurrence
34:10 Give people a couple of tests they can do every d...2022-11-2158 minPhysio FoundationsThe problem with clinical communication part 2 - applications to real clinical casesZuzana and I discuss the application of my 10 tips for clinical communication to clinical cases.
In this episode:
2:30 ‘Now I understand, nobody has explained it to me like that!’. How to tailor your patient education to different people
6:17 The Teach Back method – a powerful way to confirm if the patient understands you, using their own words
7:57 A patient may not be ready to hear what you want to say. Repeat and reinforce important points multiple times.
11:00 Doing ‘hands on’ treatment – this is the perfect time to do some education and explore their perspectives and goals
15:40 Usin...2022-11-0229 minPhysio FoundationsThe problem with clinical communication – 10 tips for foundational clinical communication skillsJoin me as I discuss the problem with clinical communication that can affect practitioners at any level and my 10 tips for building solid foundations in your clinical communication.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
In this episode:
5:25 What is the problem with clinical communication?
9:33 Tip 1. Slow down and explain what you want to do and why you want to do it
17:51 Tip 2. No jargon!
22:40 Tip 3. Get...2022-10-1554 minPhysio FoundationsSports physio in the snow - Zuzana’s week in Falls Creek. ACL injuries, braces, recovery, lots of skiing and how you can do the same.Last week Zuzana worked as a sports physiotherapist at Falls Creek ski resort in Victoria, Australia. I sat down with Zuzana to talk about her experience. We talked about the common injuries seen in skiing, Zuzana’s previous work with the Australian Paralympic Ski team, ski instructing and bracing for early management of acute ACL injuries. Its always good fun having a chat to @drzuzi herself!
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a...2022-09-1138 minPhysio FoundationsJaap Switters – Male chronic pelvic pain. A biopsychosocial approach to diagnosis and managementJaap Switters is an osteopath and sports/musculoskeletal physiotherapist from Vienna, Austria with a special interest in helping men manage chronic pelvic pain. Jaap and I talked about screening for pelvic pain and other series health conditions, how to ask sensitive questions related to bowel, bladder and sexual function and the biopsychosocial management of chronic pelvic pain, including patient education, exercise and behaviour change.
This is an episode for health professionals of all levels and fields, not just those working in the field of male pelvic health. Enjoy, and thanks Jaap for a great conversation.
2022-08-0744 minPhysio FoundationsManage your own health as a health professional – with Professor Craig HassadThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke with Professor Craig Hassad from the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University about how health professionals and health professions students can look after their own health throughout their careers.
Professor Craig Hassed OAM is a highly experienced general practitioner and mindfulness expert who has worked within the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University since 1989. He is the coordinator of the Monash mindfulness program and developed the world-first mindfulness-based healthy lifestyle course called the Health Enhancement Program for health professions students. In 2019 Craig was awarded the Medal of the Order of...2022-07-2325 minPhysio FoundationsTips for learning and remembering anatomy - with Associate Professor Michelle Lazarus. Clinical Anatomy series launchThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke to anatomy educator Associate Professor Michelle Lazarus. Michelle is the Director of the Centre for Human Anatomy Education at Monash University and a highly experienced anatomy educator and researcher. We had a really interesting discussion about the best ways for students and practitioners to learn anatomy, how to remember and retain anatomical knowledge and resources you can use to continue to build you foundations in anatomy.
This was also the official launch of the Clinical Anatomy series on this podcast – stay tuned for future podcasts on applied and clinical anatomy th...2022-07-0630 minPhysio FoundationsTeamwork in healthcare, staying up to date with literature and finding balance in your professional life – New grad series part 3, with Jacob WallerThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke to Monash University Physiotherapy graduate Jacob Waller about his experience transitioning from student to clinician. Jacob spoke about the importance of teamwork in private practice and hospital work, ways to stay up to date with literature and how to find balance in your professional life.
This conversation was the 3rd episode in the new graduate series on the podcast, following on from two earlier episodes with Monash University graduate Brian Kim. Students and early career practitioner, this one is for you. Enjoy, and please share within your networks.
...2022-06-2832 minPhysio FoundationsDr Brooke Patterson – Reducing injuries and improving performance in women and girl’s sportThis week on Physio Foundations Zuzana and I continued our conversation with Dr Brooke Patterson from the La Trobe Sports and Exercise Medicine research centre about the Prep-to-Play injury prevention program and improving performance in women and girl’s sport.
Both Brooke and Zuzana have extensive experience as clinicians, players and researchers in football and women’s sport and this was a great conversation, with tips and resources for clinicians working in all types of sport.
You can follow Brooke and Zuzana on Twitter @knee_howells and @Drzuzi
This is a discussion aimed at h...2022-06-1829 minPhysio FoundationsManaging ACL injuries with Dr Brooke Patterson – knee function, osteoarthritis, rehabilitation, playing elite sport and coachingThis week on Physio Foundations Zuzana and I spoke with Dr Brooke Patterson from the La Trobe Sports and Exercise Medicine research centre about her research into knee joint health and function following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and translating her research into the clinic.
You can follow Brooke on Twitter @knee_howells
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
In this episode:
0:00 Welcome Brooke
1:35 About B...2022-06-0931 minPhysio FoundationsKids leg pain, essential clinical skills for health professionals and managing foot conditions – with Associate Professor Cylie WilliamsThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke with Associate Professor Cylie Williams from Monash University’s School of Primary and Allied Health Care about how podiatrists help children and adults with foot conditions, her current research projects and why we desperately need more podiatrists!
Please visit @kidslegpain on Facebook and Twitter and find out how you can help kids with chronic musculoskeletal pain, as a parent, clinician or even a PhD student.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any qu...2022-06-0132 minPhysio FoundationsMatt King – hip pain and biomechanics in athletes, hip osteoarthritis, rehabilitationThis week Zuzana and I spoke to Dr Matt King from the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre. Matt is a physiotherapist, researcher and educator with a special interest in hip pain and biomechanics in athletes.
Zuzana and I asked Matt about his PhD research on men and women with hip-related pain and the use of biomechanics to understand why some people with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) develop osteoarthritis later in life. We also spoke about rehabilitation for people with hip pain and differences between men and women in movement patterns in sport. We then h...2022-05-2448 minPhysio FoundationsStep into the patient’s shoes – the importance of practice and simulation for health professionals, with Narelle DalwoodThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke again to Narelle Dalwood from Monash University Physiotherapy. Narelle is an APA titled neurological physiotherapist and physiotherapy educator from Monash University Physiotherapy and the leader of our simulation program. Listen to episode 19 for a summary of Narelle’s background and experience.
Narelle and I spoke about the benefits and challenges of using peer simulation to help physiotherapy students to prepare for their clinical placements. We talk about what simulation is, the benefits and challenges for students, and discuss ‘how real does it have to be?’ Hint – it can be unexpectedly realisti...2022-05-1828 minPhysio FoundationsAcute neurological physiotherapy - essential skills for all practitioners - with Narelle DalwoodMy guest this week is Narelle Dalwood. Narelle is an APA titled neurological physiotherapist and physiotherapy educator from Monash University Physiotherapy. Narelle and I sat down to discuss her pathway into neurological physiotherapy and the foundational knowledge and skills of an acute neurological physiotherapist. Narelle has so much knowledge and experience, I’m sure you will love hearing from her.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
In this episode:
0:00 About thi...2022-05-1134 minPhysio FoundationsHow to get the support and mentoring you deserve as a new graduate practitioner – with Brian Kim.My guest this week is new graduate physiotherapist Brian Kim. Brian gives us an update on his experiences as a newly graduated health practitioner, including how to seek mentoring and support, how to make your own opportunities and when to ask for help. Brian talks about building rapport with people and how your experience outside the clinic can help your clinical practice in ways you may not know.
It was interesting to summarise some of the advice given by the experienced clinicians who have been on the podcast so far and get the perspective of a new...2022-05-0526 minPhysio FoundationsScot Morrison - Upgrade your manual muscle test. How to measure strength in clinical practice, minimise error and interpret your findings.My guest this week is Scot Morrison. Scot is a board certified orthopaedic physical therapist and certified strength coach. In this conversation, Scot summarises six steps for measuring strength in clinical practice. You will learn the importance of accepting uncertainty in measurement, how to minimise error with a standardised testing routine and the importance of interpreting test findings to the person being tested.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
In this c...2022-04-2840 min
Monash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcastHow to measure strength in your clinical practice - with Scot Morrison, physical therapist and strength coachThis fortnight’s @MonashMRU podcast features Scot Morrison. Scot is a board certified orthopaedic physical therapist and certified strength coach. Scot talks to Luke about the measurement of strength, torque and rate of force development in clinical practice, including how to ensure you are measuring the right thing and measuring it well.
Grab a pen and paper for this one, the episode is filled with great tips for upgrading your strength assessments in the clinic and mastering the fundamental principles of strength assessment in rehabilitation.
If you find this discussion interesting and helpful to your pr...2022-04-2223 minPhysio FoundationsZuzana Perraton - career pathway and tips for practitioners getting started in clinical practiceThis week on Physio Foundations I spoke to my wife and the other half of Perraton Physio, Zuzana Perraton! Zuzana spoke about her career pathway, how she identified opportunities for career development, tips for building rapport with patients and how to develop your own clinical evidence and expertise alongside your knowledge of research evidence. Enjoy, and please share the episode with a friend or on social media.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.2022-04-2142 minPhysio FoundationsRunning - training loads, goal setting and managing injuries, with Dr Luke NelsonThis week’s Physio Foundations podcast is part 2 of my chat with Dr Luke Nelson. This episode is full of great tips for helping clients manage their running related injuries and approach their running in a healthy way.
This is a discussion aimed at health professionals. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
In this conversation:
0:00 Welcome back Luke
1:30 Listening to podcasts when running
6:15 Running goals
8:25 Align your personal and professional goals
9:10 What questions do you routinely ask runners?
10:45 Fo...2022-04-1038 minPhysio FoundationsLuke Nelson - Helping people with running-related injuriesThis week on the Physio Foundations podcast I spoke to Dr Luke Nelson, AKA sports Chiro Luke, about the pathway he has been on from new grad practitioner, to highly experienced sports chiropractor and leader within his profession.
Luke is a sports chiropractor with a special interest in helping people manage running related injuries. He is an active member of the Australian sports rehab and sports medicine world and a strong advocate for evidence-based practice and collaboration between professional groups.
In part one of our conversation:
0:00 Welcome to Physio Foundations
2:50 Luke’s background and int...2022-04-0332 minPhysio FoundationsEbonie Rio - Part 2. Tendinopathy research and clinical practice gemsThis week’s Physio Foundations is part 2 of my conversation with Dr Ebonie Rio from La Trobe University.
We talked about tendinopathy research; specifically, how to understand and apply research.
HINT– you can’t just read the abstract!
In this episode:
0:00 Dr Ebonie Rio - Welcome to part 2 of our conversation
2:10 Isometrics and TMS – you need to read and understand the paper before applying findings
3:30 Don’t just read the abstract
4:00 Isometrics and eccentrics – it’s not that simple. Research + clinical reasoning
4:55 Consider who was included in research – diagnostic criteria
8:10 Tendons are a spring. Anythin...2022-03-2716 minPhysio FoundationsEbonie Rio – How to develop a career that you are passionate about. Essential knowledge and skills for clinicians.This week on Physio Foundations I spoke with the one and only Ebonie Rio about her career pathway from physiotherapy student to being an internationally recognised practitioner, educator and researcher.
Ebonie is a sports physiotherapist, physiotherapy educator and a world-leading researcher with many highly cited and highly discussed papers in the areas of tendinopathy.
We discussed Ebonie’s career pathway, her mentors, the interesting people she has worked with, balancing clinical, research and teaching work with life outside work and what she thinks are the most important foundational knowledge and skills for physiotherapy practice.
In...2022-03-1926 minPhysio 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.
In this episode:2022-03-0728 minPhysio FoundationsManaging ACL injuries, with Randall Cooper and Mick HughesThis week's episode of Physio Foundations is part 2 of the conversation with Randall Cooper, Mick Hughes and Zuzana Perraton. Check out part 1 first for a background on Mick, Randall and Zuzana and their perspectives on working as sports physiotherapists.
In this episode, Mick, Randall and Zuzana talk about how they apply their knowledge and skills to help people with their rehabilitation following ACL injuries.
In this episode:
0:00 About this episode - welcome back Mick, Randall and Zuzana
2:00 What are the most important knowledge and skills for managing ACL injuries?
3:05 The Melbourne ACL return to...2022-02-2719 minPhysio FoundationsHow to be a sports physiotherapist, with Randall Cooper and Mick HughesIn this week's episode, Zuzana and I talk to specialist sports and exercise physiotherapist Randall Cooper and APA sports and exercise physiotherapist Mick Hughes from learn.physio about the foundational knowledge and skills that helped them become leaders in the field of ACL injury and management.
We talk about the experiences that shaped their early careers, their pathway towards a career in sports physiotherapy, what motivated their special interests in ACL injuries and rehabilitation and the roles and responsibilities of a sports physio travelling and working with a team and with elite athletes.
Zuzana co-hosts...2022-02-2138 minPhysio FoundationsThe power of explanation in your clinical practiceThis week’s episode of Physio Foundations is all about how to explain things well as a health professional. I give four tips for progressing and developing your communication skills, specifically the explanations you provide to people, with a focus on the person you are talking to, rather than yourself.
In this episode:
0:00 The power of a well thought-out explanation
0:25 On this week’s episode
1:57 Spend some time on your most important intervention – education
4:18 Broaden your view on patient education
9:50 Tip 1: Take your time
14:08 Tip 2: Personalise your explanations
19:08 Tip 3: Have a two-way conversation when you explain things...2022-02-1442 minPhysio FoundationsHow to develop yourself personally and professionally as a clinicianThis week’s episode of Physio Foundations is the first in a series of solo episodes helping students and new graduate practitioners develop a vision and plan for their careers.
In this episode:
0:00 Your personal development journey from novice to expert
3:11 Develop yourself as a person, not just as a professional
4:00 People are coming to see you, not your CV or resume or profile
4:57 Have a plan for how you want to develop as person within your professional career
9:05 Life experiences – how do they shape you as a professional?
16:20 Find hooks to connect yourself to other peop...2022-02-0639 minMonash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcastHow to become a researcher during your undergraduate degree: With Brian Kim, physiotherapistFor many clinicians, the pathway from clinical practice to research involves a major effort and change of direction, networking with a lot of people and gaining a lot of new skills. For many clinicians, ‘how do I get into research’ is a question without a clear answer.
In this episode, MMRU co-host Luke Perraton talks to Monash University Physiotherapy graduate Brian Kim about his experiences in conducting and publishing research during his undergraduate training. Brian gives us some great tips for getting the most out of your university research training, taking what you know about research into the c...2022-02-0421 minPhysio FoundationsWhat we can learn from an expert neurological physiotherapist, with Professor Prue MorganWelcome to another episode of Physio Foundations, a podcast about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of expert physiotherapy or clinical practice.
In this week’s episode I talk to specialist neurological physiotherapist and Monash university educator Professor Prue Morgan about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of her expertise in neurological physiotherapy. Prue is a highly experienced clinician and educator and students/clinicians of all areas of practice will find this episode really interesting. Prue gives us some great tips to consider in the examination of a person with a neurological condition and...2022-01-3121 minPhysio FoundationsKnowledge and skills to help you transition from university to clinical practice, with Brian KimWelcome to another episode of Physio Foundations, a podcast about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of expert physiotherapy or clinical practice.
This week's episode is the first of my series of discussions with new graduate clinicians. I talk to Monash university physiotherapy graduate Brian Kim about the knowledge and skills that he has found most useful in his transition from university to clinical practice. Brian gives us some great tips about considering the whole person in your assessment and management, considering the individual person when providing education and practical ways to reflect on your...2022-01-2425 minPhysio FoundationsFoundations of tendinopathy part 2, with Peter MalliarasWelcome to another episode of Physio Foundations, a podcast about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of expert physiotherapy or clinical practice.
This week's episode is part 2 of my discussion with physiotherapist, tendon expert and researcher Associate Professor Peter Malliaras from Monash University. In part 2 of our discussion Peter builds on the foundations we laid in part 1. We talk about how you can be critical of your own practice and still maintain your confidence. We then talk about applying tendinopathy research and key resources in tendinopathy for you to know about.
I...2022-01-1616 minPhysio FoundationsFoundations of tendinopathy: With Peter MalliarasWelcome to the second episode of Physio Foundations, a podcast about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of expert physiotherapy or clinical practice.
In this episode I talk to tendon expert and researcher Associate Professor Peter Malliaras from Monash University about how he built his foundations in physiotherapy practice and research and the most important things to consider for people with tendinopathy.
In this episode:
0:00 Introducing Peter Malliaras
2:05 Find your passion
2:44 Work with people you admire and want to work with
3:30 What are t...2022-01-1024 minPhysio FoundationsWelcome to Physio Foundations: Build solid foundations in your clinical practiceWelcome to the first episode of Physio Foundations, a podcast about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of expert physiotherapy or clinical practice.
You can find a video version of this podcast on the Perraton Physio YouTube channel
Follow Perraton Physio on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @PerratonPhysio and @lukeperraton
For a list of episodes, transcripts and associated blogs, visit: perraton.physio/physiofoundations
Do you have a topic you would like me to cover on the podcast? Email me: luke@perraton.physio
Always seek the guidance of a q...2022-01-0413 minMonash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcastStudy feasibility: Swings and roundabouts, planning quality research projects during the COVID-19 pandemic.Episode 16 of the MMRU podcast is another @MonashMRU team discussion on study feasibility and quality.
This is a conversation about the realities of adapting research projects to the research landscape that we are in since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
The conversation is again led by MMRU member Tim Trevail who is a program director at Torrens University and a sports injury specialist at Complete Sports Care in Melbourne, Australia. Tim is joined by physiotherapist and PhD candidate Josh Naunton, physio and PhD candidate Pat Vallance and tendinopathy researcher and expert clinician Peter Malliaras.
...2021-10-0312 minMonash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcastStudy quality: A straight to the point guide to getting the most of out the studies you read - MMRU group discussion.Episode 14 of the MMRU podcast is a @MonashMRU team discussion on study quality.
This is a conversation that will be really useful for clinicians who want some tips on assessing the quality of the studies that they read, undergraduate or postgraduate students who are learning core evidence-based practice skills and PhD students.
The conversation is led by MMRU member Tim Trevail who is a program director at Torrens University and a sports injury specialist at Complete Sports Care in Melbourne, Australia. Tim is joined by physiotherapist and PhD candidate Josh Naunton, physio and PhD candidate...2021-09-1616 minMonash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcastACL injury rehabilitation and prevention with Mick HughesToday we welcome back sports physiotherapist and ACL expert Mick Hughes to talk about his pet topic, ACL injury rehabilitation and prevention.
Mick talks about his own journey in implementing research into clinical practice as well as key research findings in the area of ACL rehab and prevention over recent years.
If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and follow @MonashMRU on Twitter.
You can follow Mick on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @mickhughes.physio
Learn more about ACL injury management and prevention and the articles mentioned within th...2021-06-2127 min