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Physio Network[Physio Explained] Managing new graduate expectations and preventing burnout with Melanie MacKinnonIn this episode with Melanie MacKinnon, we discuss the new graduate mindset in Physiotherapy. We explore:· Factors that affect success for new graduates· Core beliefs and values of Physiotherapy· How to prevent burnout in new graduates· Emotional intelligence and how to find your purpose within Physiotherapy· Managing new graduates expectations within clinical practice👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/mackinnon-reviewsMelanie MacKinnon is a physiotherapist, clinic owner, and Assistant Professor (Teaching Stream) at the University...
2026-06-0320 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Inside the world of elite sports physio with Matt Cameron and Keiran ClearyIn this episode, we discuss working in elite sport. We explore: The sacrifices and demands of working in elite sportHow to get a role in elite sportNon-clinical skills which thrive in elite sportNavigating high pressure environmentsElite sport vs private practiceImportance of clinical reasoning with the elite populationHighlights of working in elite sport👉🏻 Learn more about Practicals here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-cleary-cameronMatt Cameron is the Head of Performance Health at the GWS Giants within elite AFL. He also works in private practice at The Sports...
2026-05-2735 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Not mini adults: rehab for youth athletes with Daniel EliasIn this episode with Daniel Elias, we discuss treating youth athletes. We explore:· Differences between treating youth vs adults· Rehabilitating youth athletes from ACL injury· Importance of milestones in ACL rehabilitation· High training loads in youth athletes· Exercise prescription for this population· Role of social media with adolescents👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - physio.network/reviews-eliasDaniel is a highly experienced Physiotherapist with more than 15 years of clinical experience across the NHS, private practice, an...
2026-05-1319 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Knee osteoarthritis: exercise, education, and better care with Dr Allison EzzatIn this episode, we discuss Osteoarthritis and exercise. We explore: How can we improve GP referral pathwaysTelehealth and management of knee OA vs in-person careMindset Shifts for High Quality CareValue of Education in the treatment of Knee OAWant to learn more about knee osteoarthritis? Allison Ezzat recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Knee Osteoarthritis Essentials: Practical Strategies for Clinicians” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch her class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-ezzatDr. Allison...
2026-05-0618 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Mastering groin pain with Dr Stacey Hardin and Dr Adam WeirIn this episode, we discuss the assessment and management of injuries to the groin. We explore: Differential diagnosis of groin painKey clinical tests for groin painThe role of imaging in this populationSpecificity of strength testsRelationship between groin weakness and injuryPractical load management strategiesManaging recurrent groin painUnrealistic expectations in elite sportWant to learn more about groin pain? Dr Stacey Hardin recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Mastering Groin Pain: From Injury to Return-to-Play” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch her class now with our 7-d...
2026-04-2948 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Shockwave therapy for tendinopathy: what actually works?In this episode with Cliff, we discuss the use of shockwave therapy for treatment of tendinopathies. We discuss:Different treatment modalities for tendinopathyRole of shockwave in treatment of tendinopathy and plantar fasciitisAchilles Insertional Tendinopathy vs Mid-portion Tendinopathy👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/reviews-eatonCliff Eaton is a chartered Physiotherapist and a Clinical Specialist at Enovis. He specialises in the work of shockwave for all conditions and has extensive experience in this area. He is both a researcher and author and educates about el...
2026-04-1516 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Working as a Physiotherapist at the 2026 Winter Olympics with Dr Tim RetchfordIn this episode with Tim Retchford we discuss his recent experience of working with the athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics. We discuss:Key Roles of the Physiotherapist in this environmentWorking with Olympic athletes in the lead up to the Olympic Games Working in a Multidisciplinary EnvironmentHow a Physiotherapist can enhance team rapport and dynamicsWhat you can do to help break into working with elite sport👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/retchford-reviewsDr Tim Retchford is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist and Lecturer...
2026-04-0820 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Throwing injuries: load management, performance and risk with. Professor Tim Gabbett and Dr Mike ReinoldIn this episode, we discuss all things “throwing injuries”. We explore: Load management and the bodies response to loadSigns of overload/fatigue vs development in athletesAcute:Chronic WorkloadsBalancing performance and injury riskProgramming a modern throwing programAvoiding acute loading spikes in elite sportThis episode is closely tied to Mike’s case study he did with us called “UCL injury in a Baseball Athlete”. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients.👉🏻 Watch Mike’s case study here with our 7-day free...
2026-04-0144 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Communication skills every physio needs with Dr Alison SimIn this episode, we discuss everything about therapeutic alliance and motivational interviewing. We explore: The power of communicationHow to build alliance in the first few minutes of an appointmentHow to approach resistance to behaviour change Skills from motivational interviewing we can apply immediatelyCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) strategies within Physiotherapy practiceWant to learn more about communication and optimise patient behaviour change? Alison Sim recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “More than Words: Communication Tools for Treating People in Pain" where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can wat...
2026-03-1818 min
Physio Network[Expert Physio Q&A] Return to play after concussion with Dr Brooke PattersonThis episode with Dr. Brooke Patterson is a snippet taken from our Practicals live Q&A sessions. Held monthly, these sessions give Practicals members the chance to ask their pressing questions and get direct answers from our expert presenters. In this episode Brooke discusses:Return to play outcome measures Concussion prevention research Brooke’s return to contact protocol (AFL)Prep-to-Play program 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Practicals here - https://physio.network/practicals-pattersonnDr. Brooke Patterson is an Australian Research Council Early Career Industry Research Fellow and physiotherapist who completed...
2026-03-1117 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Kids aren’t mini adults: rethinking youth injury management with Daniel Elias and Angela JacksonIn this episode, we discuss the treatment of youth injuries. We explore: How children are different to adults for assessment and treatmentPercentages when treating youth rather than using “age”Gender differences in treating youth athletesManaging youth overload and deloadImportance of parental education and involvementImportance of nutrition for youth athletesMyth busting beliefs about childrenWant to learn more about treating youth athletes? Angela Jackson recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Assessment and rehabilitation of low back pain in youth athletes” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch he...
2026-03-0447 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Rehab after meniscus surgery: practical guidelines for clinicians with Airelle GiordanoIn this episode with Airelle Giordano, we discuss two recent papers which cover the meniscus knee rehabilitation consensus. We explore:Patient eligibility for a MenisectomyRehabilitation post MenisectomyPrecautions and contraindications post menisectomyReturn to sport post meniscal repair👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/giordanoAirelle Giordano serves as the Director of Clinical Services, Residency, and Fellowship Training at the University of Delaware Physical Therapy Clinic. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in both Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy and holds the position of Associat...
2026-02-1818 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Making sense of hamstring injuries with Adam Johnson and Scott HulmIn this episode, we discuss hamstring injuries. We explore: Relevance of the mechanism of injuryRole of the BAMIC classification systemImaging in hamstring injuriesDifferential Diagnoses of hamstring painEssential objective testsKey rehabilitation strategiesWant to learn more about hamstring injuries? Scott Hulm has done a brilliant Practical with us on hamstring injury assessment and treatment where he goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch his practical now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practical-hulmAdam is a physiotherapist who has been working within professi...
2026-02-0449 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Men’s pelvic health: practical tips for clinicians with Dr David CowleyIn this episode, we discuss everything about men’s health. We explore: Applications for diagnostic ultrasound in men's pelvic healthPhysiotherapy for post prostatectomy patientsRole of manual therapy in men’s healthUpskilling in men’s health physiotherapyWant to learn more about men’s health? Dr David Cowley recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Pelvic Health in Men: Practical Approaches for Physiotherapists” where he goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch his class now with our 7-day free trial https://physio.network/masterclass-cowleyDr David Cowley is a...
2026-01-2118 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Assessment and treatment of patellofemoral pain with Dr Natalie CollinsIn this episode with Natalie Collins we explore patellofemoral pain. We discuss:Key signs & symptoms of patellofemoral painCrepitus within the patellofemoral jointAssessment of patellofemoral painFoot orthoses for treatment of patellofemoral painThis episode is closely tied to Natalie’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster.👉🏻 Watch Natalie’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-collinsDr Natalie Collins is an APA Sports & Exercise Phy...
2026-01-1418 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Should spinal manipulation be used in paediatrics? With Anita Gross, Nikki Milne and Jenifer DiceIn this episode, we discuss Physiotherapy within the Paediatric population. We explore: Cervical manual therapy in infants, children and adolescents: yes or no?Evidence based treatment for paediatric conditions e.g. colic, torticollisAppropriate manual therapy technique selection for paediatrics Shared decision making within the paediatric realmThe collaboration of the Paediatric Spinal Task Force👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Masterclasses here - https://physio.network/discussed-nm-ag-jdAnita Gross is a Clinical Professor at McMaster University, where she has directed their advanced orthopedic musculoskeletal program, and is also a respected educator w...
2025-12-1741 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Managing multimorbidity: evidence-based physiotherapy with Professor Soren SkouIn this episode with Soren Skou, we discuss multimorbidity and the impact this can have on us as Physiotherapists. We discuss:The implications of multimorbidity on Physiotherapy treatmentsEvidence for different exercise therapy interventions in this populationQuality of life in this population and how Physiotherapists can impact thisStrategies to encourage behaviour change in this population👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/podcast-skouSøren T. Skou is professor of exercise and human health at the University of Southern Denmark and head of the multiprof...
2025-12-1017 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Optimising nutrition after injury and surgery with Ben Steele-TurnerIn this episode, we discuss nutrition post injury and post surgery. We explore: The stress response and the impact of this on recovery from injuryCan macronutrient intake enhance recovery post surgeryAwareness and extent of caloric intake post surgeryWant to learn more about nutrition? Ben Steele-Turner has recently done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Nutrition for Physiotherapists: Surgery, Rehab & Performance” where he goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch his class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-turnerBen is a musculoskel...
2025-11-2618 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Patellofemoral pain explained with Claire Robertson and Dr Lisa HoglundIn this episode, we discuss patellofemoral pain (PFP). We explore: What is happening structurally in PFP? Differential diagnosis around the kneeRole of effusion and crepitus in PFPAssessment of patients with suspected PFPRole of squatting in objective assessments and treatmentWhat factors may lead to chronicityEvidence based management of PFPRole of blood flow restriction within PFPWant to learn more about patellofemoral pain? Claire Robertson has done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Patellofemoral Pain” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch her class now with our 7-day free trial:
2025-11-1952 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] The essentials of ACL return to play testing with Dr Tim McgrathIn this episode with Dr Tim Mcgrath we explore return to play assessment of athletes post ACL reconstruction. We discuss:The importance of making the rehab specific to the patient’s end goalHigh risk manoeuvres in rehab/return to play (RTP)How important is RTP testing?RTP testing essentials This episode is closely tied to Tim’s Practical he did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster.👉🏻 Watch Tim’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial:
2025-11-1216 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Non-traumatic shoulder instability: what physios need to know with Anju JaggiIn this episode with Anju Jaggi, we discuss non-traumatic shoulder instability. We cover:What predicts which patients will respond well to physiotherapy?Mental health and self efficacy in this populationGoals of physiotherapy in individuals with this conditionExercise prescription in this populationRealistic expectations for recoveryThis episode is closely tied to Anju’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster.👉🏻 Watch Anju’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.netwo...
2025-10-2918 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Strength & conditioning in rehabilitation: key tips for clinicians with Dr Claire Minshull and Lachlan WilmotIn this episode, we dive into the topic of strength and conditioning in rehabilitation. We discuss:Ways to monitor athletes/patients during their rehabBest pieces of S&C equipment for physios to have in the clinicHow physios can improve their S&C prescriptionChallenges with loading in rehabThe role of rate of force development in rehabWant to learn more about strength and conditioning? Dr Claire Minshull recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “The Practice-Changing Principles of Strength & Conditioning for Physios” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch h...
2025-10-2250 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Do low back pain treatments beat placebo? What the evidence says with Dr Steven KamperIn this episode with Dr Steven Kamper we discuss an interesting new paper on the effects of various treatments for low back pain vs placebo. We explore:Limitations and strengths of the paperThe key findings of this researchClinical takeaways to use in your practiceAnd more!👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/kamper-podcastDr Steven Kamper is Professor of Allied Health at the School of Health Sciences and Nepean Blue Mountains Local health District. He has over 190 publications in peer-reviewed journals, has presented his work...
2025-10-0814 min
Physio Network[Physio Explained] Making waves: aquatic physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions with Dr Sophie HeywoodIn this episode with Dr Sophie Heywood, we discuss the role of aquatic physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions. We explore: What does the evidence say about aquatic based physiotherapy? What does aquatic physiotherapy involve?Populations which do well in the pool compared to on landRole of aquatic physiotherapy in chronic painImportance of progressive overloadRole of “drag” in the pool 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/heywood-podcastDr Sophie Heywood is a Titled sports and exercise physiotherapist who has completed a PhD in clinical reasoning, biom...
2025-10-0118 min
Physio Network[Physio Discussed] Hands-on or hands-off? Rethinking manual therapy with Johnny Smith and Darren CollinIn this episode, we discuss manual therapy. We explore: Patient expectations of manual therapyHow does manual therapy work? Current evidence for manual therapyIs manual therapy an important part of our Physiotherapy toolkit? How is the current teaching of manual therapy? What is the future of manual therapy in Physiotherapy? How manual therapy differs between the public and private settings👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Masterclasses here - https://physio.network/collinJohnny Smith is the Director of Thorpes Physiotherapy and has worked in private practice for the last 11 years. Prior to that, he w...
2025-09-2441 min