Physio Network

Welcome to the world of [Physio Explained], [Physio Discussed], [Expert Physio Q&A], and [Case Studies]—hosted by Sarah Yule and James Armstrong.

[Physio Explained] – Our original podcast, Physio Explained, continues to bring you the biggest names in physio, tackling the most clinically relevant topics—all in under 20 minutes. It's the highest value per minute podcast in the physio space.

[Physio Discussed] – Our longer-form podcast which launches monthly. In these episodes, two expert guests join our host to dive deep into your favourite topics, exploring varied assessment and treatment approaches to take your clinical expertise to the next level!

[Expert Physio Q&A] – These podcasts are 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.

[Case Studies] – These podcasts feature expert clinicians walking you through real-life patient cases, covering subjective and objective examinations, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning. Each episode offers a unique learning opportunity, with links to our Case Studies service for those who want to explore the case in greater depth.

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225 episodes
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Jun 1, 2022 · 16 min
#45 - Rethinking your approach to tennis elbow with Val Jones
In this episode with Val Jones, we discuss the role that central sensitisation plays with a large majority of elbow pain patients. She then walks us through differential diagnosis and treatment of elbow pain with and without central sensitisation, and finally we discuss how treatment of elbow pain is much more global and complex than simply giving a patient wrist extension exercises. Val has over 20 years experience. She is the lead physiotherapist for shoulder and elbow conditions in Sheffield and works closely with the nationally recognised upper limb surgeons. Want to learn more about pain around the elbow? Val Jones recently did a sensational Masterclass with us on “The elbow demystified”. You can watch her class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/the-elbow-demystified/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
May 18, 2022 · 17 min
#44 - Why we need to view adolescents with hip pain differently with Dr James Noake
In this episode, Dr James Noake discusses with us how adolescents with hip pain probably should be viewed with a different lens as compared to adults with hip pain. We break down the potential diagnoses for acute and gradual onset as well as discussing why we need a lower threshold of alert and imaging for these adolescent patients. Dr James Noake is a Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine with over 10 years of experience working in elite sport across numerous disciplines, most recently as Head Doctor for London Irish RFC. He works clinically at Pure Sports Medicine, Bank, London. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
May 4, 2022 · 15 min
#43 - The versatile functions of the ITB with Dr Carlo Wood
In this Episode with Dr Carlo Wood, we go through a clinically useful review of the anatomy and biomechanics of the ITB and how all of this relates to what he does clinically with a patient who has an ITB pathology. Dr Carlo Wood MPT, PhD, OCS, APA Sports & MSK Physio, DNSP, FAAOMPT is the owner of Sports & Orthopaedic Physiotherapy in Napa Valley. His doctorate is in anatomy and he was residency trained in Orthopaedics as well as PNF and fellowship trained in Movement Science. Read Carlo’s Research Review on the ITB here - https://www.physio-network.com/research-reviews/knee/the-iliotibial-band-a-complex-structure-with-versatile-functions/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Apr 20, 2022 · 17 min
#42 - When and HOW you should change someones lifting technique ft Dr Zach Long
In this Episode Dr Zach Long discusses the importance of technique for performance, pain and injury. We covered changing a patient's technique and more importantly how to do that, when to do that and what words we should use when we do. Dr. Zach Long is a physical therapist and CrossFit coach located in Charlotte, NC. He majored in exercise and sport science, before doing his doctorate in Physical Therapy at East Carolina University. He specialises in improving athletic performance and injury rehab of athletes from Olympians to weekend warriors. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Apr 6, 2022 · 15 min
#41 - How do we get older adults to exercise? With Dr Mariana Wingood
In this episode with Dr Mariana Wingood, she shares with us the recommended guidelines for exercise in the aging population as well as patients and therapists beliefs around this. We also discuss how clinically she finds most older adults are under-dosed when it comes to exercise and she forces us to think about the message that we are sending these patients which is the real magic. Dr Mariana Wingood is a clinician and a program director and she has recently completed a PhD on exploring barriers and solutions related to physical activity prescription among physical therapists treating older adults. Learn more about exercise dosage for the older adult with Mariana's recent Masterclass with us on Exercise prescription for aging adults. You can watch her whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/exercise-prescription-for-aging-adults/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Mar 23, 2022 · 17 min
#40 - Strength training for subacromial impingement - is more better? With Dr Mikkel Bek Clausen
In this episode Dr Mikkel Bek Clausen takes us through his recent paper about the addition of a large dose of shoulder strengthening for subacromial impingement. We discuss in detail what muscle groups and exercises they studied and what has been shown to be the most effective for subacromial impingement. See a link to this paper here - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34048281/. See a link to Mikkel's twitter thread about this paper here - https://twitter.com/mikkelbek/status/1398340812459675648. Dr Mikkel Bek Clausen is a PT, PhD, Senior associate professor. He has special scientific interests in shoulder rehabilitation, management of persistent pain and football injuries. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Mar 9, 2022 · 15 min
#39 - Can a ruptured ACL heal? With Dr Kieran Richardson
In this Episode, Dr Kieran Richardson discusses the updated evidence on surgical vs conservative management of ACL tears. We explore what best practice is currently and how to make that decision with your patients. We then jump into some new evidence about ACL healing and what this could mean for both clinicians and patients. Dr. Kieran Richardson (FACP) is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists in 2016) and is the director of Global Specialist Physiotherapy. Find out more information about Kieran here: https://globalspecialistphysio.com/acl?fbclid=IwAR0CUPPO2mrx4176H33Y9GP5BpwzeLv9rG_pb-GMoZDIelDSBcGDkn1yUOw In this podcast, Kieran mentions this study by BLOM et al: https://www.bmj.com/content/374/bmj.n1511 Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Feb 23, 2022 · 17 min
#38 - Injury prevention - to screen or not to screen? With Dr Travis Pollen
In this episode, Dr Travis Pollen gives us a run down of the history of screening going back to the FMS and SMFA. He covers what we have learned since and what he feels was valuable from the process, what we can discard and how we can approach it clinically in the present day. Dr Pollen is a personal trainer who has obtained his PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (Drexel University). He also holds a Master’s degree in Biomechanics and Movement Science (University of Delaware). Do you want to learn more about screening? Dr Travis Pollen goes into more detail about this topic with specific examples in his Masterclass with us called, “Injury Prevention: Theory into Practice”. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/injury-prevention-theory-into-practice/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Feb 9, 2022 · 18 min
#37 - 5 tips for tackling persistent pain with Paul Lagerman
In this episode Paul brings together knowledge from all the best health professionals he has followed and his own readings to give us 5 concise tips, with practical examples, on tackling longstanding pain. Paul qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2008 and immediately plunged into the world of persistent pain, initially working in a GP practice in Fulham, London before moving to a senior role in the NHS. Do you want to learn more about applying a biopsychosocial and patient-centred approach to your own patients? Paul recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us on Clinical reasoning in pain management. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/clinical-reasoning-in-pain-management/ Blogs mentioned by Paul at the end of the podcast: Physio Network Blog: https://www.physio-network.com/blog/ Bronnie Lennox Thompson’s Blog: https://healthskills.wordpress.com/ Paul Lagerman’s Blog: https://thenakedphysio.com/category/clinician-blog/ Specific blog on 50 ways to manage back pain: Part 1 https://thenakedphysio.com/2016/08/17/50-ways-of-thinking-differently-in-pain-science/ Part 2 https://thenakedphysio.com/2016/08/24/50-ways-of-thinking-differently-in-pain-science-part-2/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Jan 26, 2022 · 18 min
#36 - What manual therapy can and can’t do with Dr Mark Bishop
In this Episode with Dr Mark Bishop, we explore the mechanisms of manual therapy and why it might be important to understand these in the treatment of our patients. We also discuss manual therapy as a collaborative treatment approach to increase the patient's buy-in to your treatment. Mark Bishop is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Florida and he has over 30 years of clinical and research experience in the management of musculoskeletal conditions. Do you want to learn more about the most up-to-date evidence for manual therapy? Mark has created a great Masterclass with us on Manual therapy in the 21st century. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/manual-therapy-in-the-21st-century/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Jan 12, 2022 · 17 min
#35 - Outcome measures - useful or misleading? with Lars Avemarie
In this episode with Lars, we explore the errors of assuming what we are measuring is due to our intervention. We also delve into the quote “outcome measures measure outcomes not interventions.” Lars is a Physiotherapist, writer, internationally acclaimed lecturer, teacher, and personal trainer. He has a unique blend of knowledge about pain research, neuroscience, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, evidence-based medicine, science and critical thinking. Lars has worked over a decade full-time in the health industry, as both a manager and as an exercise and rehab specialist at corporate level. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 29, 2021 · 15 min
#34 - How to treat plantar heel pain with Dr Henrik Riel
In this Episode with Dr Henrik Riel we discuss the terminology of “plantar fasciitis” and “plantar fasciopathy”. We also discuss whether there is inflammation involved in “plantar fasciitis”, whether it matters and the impact this should have on our recommended treatment for our patients. Dr Henrik Riel, PhD, is a physiotherapist, postdoctoral researcher at Aalborg University, Denmark, and lecturer at the Physiotherapy Department at the University College of Northern Denmark, Aalborg, Denmark. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Henrik recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us on Diagnosing and managing plantar heel pain. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/plantar-heel-pain/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 15, 2021 · 17 min
#33 - How to treat athletic low back pain with Kellie Wilkie
In this episode with Kellie, we discuss the findings from her recent study on rowers with low back pain published in BJSM in 2021. We cover the definition of athletic low back pain, the prevalence, risk factors and how to unload the athlete. We also compare risk factors for athletic low back pain in athletes to the general population and discuss how these differences may affect patient management. Kellie is a Tasmanian Institute of Sport (TIS) consultant Physiotherapist. She is currently a member of the APA Sports Physiotherapy Australia (SPA), Physiotherapy Business Australia (PBA) and Sports Medicine Australia (SMA). Kellie provided physiotherapy services for the London 2012 Olympics as part of the Australian Rowing Team and was lead physiotherapist for the Australian Rowing Team for the 2016 Rio Olympics. Rowing low back pain consensus statement - BJSM 2021. This paper can be found here - https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/55/16/893 Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 1, 2021 · 18 min
#32 - The real reason why physios burnout with Dr Ben Fung
In this Episode Dr. Ben Fung discusses all things Burnout. We start with exploring the definition and then answering the question, ‘does money matter?’. We then cover employer and employee responsibilities and how to have open and honest conversations. Lastly, we touch on some practical and pragmatic tips. Ben was a Physical Therapist in the USA and now runs his own clinic as well as co-founding Updoc Media, a marketing and culture company for health professionals. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 24, 2021 · 18 min
#31 - Understanding the postpartum journey with Gráinne Donnelly [bonus]
In this episode Gráinne shares with us the often erroneous thought that the 6 week check up is all that is needed for postpartum women to return to exercise. She shares her beliefs and some tips about screening postpartum women for the everyday musculoskeletal private practice clinicians. Gráinne Donnelly is an Advanced Physiotherapist in pelvic health and an aspiring researcher. Want to learn more about this topic? Gráinne Donnelly and Emma Brockwell recently did a great Masterclass with us on reframing exercise during and after pregnancy. You can watch their Masterclass now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/reframing-exercise-during-and-after-pregnancy/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 17, 2021 · 15 min
#30 - What’s the best current advice for exercise during pregnancy with Emma Brockwell
In this episode Emma Brockwell takes us through the best current guidelines for exercise during pregnancy. Emma Brockwell is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She is passionate about pre and postnatal rehabilitation and exercise and specialises in enabling women back to exercise, particularly running and netball. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Emma Brockwell and Gráinne Donnelly recently did a Masterclass with us on reframing exercise during and after pregnancy. You can watch their class now with our 7-day free trial: 👉🏻 https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/reframing-exercise-during-and-after-pregnancy/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 3, 2021 · 17 min
#29 - Practical and Pragmatic approaches to the BPS model with Dr Greg Lehman
In this episode with Greg, he shares a personal injury story about his own journey with frozen shoulder and low back pain. This allows us to explore some of Greg's beliefs and approaches towards treating patients with both of these conditions and how the BPS model comes into their treatment. Then we discuss if and when biomechanics matter and his thoughts on the matter as well as the tricky subject of when to protect and when to nudge patients along. Greg is a Physiotherapist, Chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist treating musculoskeletal disorders within a biopsychosocial model. He currently teaches 2-day continuing education courses to health and fitness professionals throughout the world. Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science and Running Resiliency have been taught more than 60 times in more than 40 locations world wide. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Oct 20, 2021 · 17 min
#28 - Ankle sprain assessment and treatment with Dr Chris Bleakley
In this episode, Dr Chris Bleakley discusses how he assesses and rehabilitates ankles following a sprain. He introduces the concept of ankle sprains never being simple, and gives some key tips to help clinicians not to miss the slow or complicated ankle sprain. He had some key insights about being more specific with our testing and how to know when someone is ready to return to sport. Dr Chris Bleakley is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Senior Lecturer at Ulster University. He is a leading academic physiotherapist and has published extensively in the field of ankle injuries. Chris enjoys teaching research methods to health science students, and he continues his clinical work at the RE:Play Physiotherapy Clinic in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Want to dive deeper into this topic? Chris recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us on Ankle sprain etiology, diagnosis and rehabilitation. You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://www.physio-network.com/masterclass/ankle-sprain-etiology-diagnosis-and-rehabilitation/ Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Oct 6, 2021 · 18 min
#27 - Clinical pearls on tendinopathy with Dr Jill Cook
In this episode with Dr Jill Cook, we explore the tendon continuum model and the pathophysiology of tendons according to current research. We then delve deeper into what is clinically relevant and how we might prescribe rehabilitation for a real case. Jill challenges us on the notion of not just loading a tendon heavy and slow, and has practical tips around measuring load, not just pain. Dr Jill Cook is a Professor in musculoskeletal health in the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre at La Trobe University in Melbourne Australia. Jill's research areas include sports medicine and tendon injury. After completing her PhD in 2000, she has investigated tendon pathology, treatment options and risk factors for tendon injury. Jill currently supplements her research by conducting a specialist tendon practice and by lecturing and presenting workshops both in Australia and overseas. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Sep 22, 2021 · 14 min
#26 - Diagnosing Cervical Radiculopathy with Dr Julia Treleaven
In this episode with Julia we explore an evidence-based approach to diagnosing cervical radiculopathy through the findings of 2 papers which looked at the patient interview, clinical tests, and upper limb tension tests. Check out Julia’s reviews of these 2 papers here (or in the app if you're a subscriber): -Patient interview items and clinical tests: https://bit.ly/3nKwvES -Upper limb neurodynamic tests: https://bit.ly/3nG3Kcl Unlock the full reviews with your 7-day free trial here - https://www.physio-network.com/research-reviews/ As well as being a Research Reviewer for Physio Network, Julia is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Queensland. She has been researching whiplash and neck pain since 2000 and in 2004 completed her PhD focusing on the neck’s influence on sensorimotor control. She has over 100 publications in this area, written several book chapters and is one of the authors of the book “Management of neck disorders- an evidence-based approach”. Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU: https://cutt.ly/ojJEMZs *Apologies for the background noise during this podcast. Recording in a family home during lockdown has its challenges! 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/