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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March 11 · 17 min
[Expert Physio Q&A] Return to play after concussion with Dr Brooke Patterson
This 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-pattersonn Dr. Brooke Patterson is an Australian Research Council Early Career Industry Research Fellow and physiotherapist who completed her PhD at La Trobe University. A former AFLW player with the Melbourne Football Club and later an Assistant Coach, Brooke went on to lead the development of Prep-to-Play, an injury prevention program for community women’s football. She now works closely with community coaches to implement effective knee and concussion injury prevention strategies. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
March 4 · 47 min
[Physio Discussed] Kids aren’t mini adults: rethinking youth injury management with Daniel Elias and Angela Jackson
In this episode, we discuss the treatment of youth injuries. We explore: How children are different to adults for assessment and treatment Percentages when treating youth rather than using “age” Gender differences in treating youth athletes Managing youth overload and deload Importance of parental education and involvement Importance of nutrition for youth athletes Myth busting beliefs about children Want 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 her class now with our 7-day free trial https://physio.network/masterclass-jackson1 Angela Jackson is a highly experienced Youth Athlete Consultant physiotherapist dedicated to improving care for young athletes. She has worked across national teams, Premier League football, county cricket and school sport, helping thousands of children return safely to play after injury. Angela founded Physiofit in 1992, growing it into a centre of excellence before selling it in 2021 to focus on education and advocacy through her platform Kids Back 2 Sport. A passionate global educator, she delivers international workshops, created the Kids Back 2 Sport return-to-play course, has consulted with the Cheshire Cricket Board for nearly two decades, and is a contributing author to Cricket Sports Medicine. Daniel is a highly experienced physiotherapist with more than 15 years in the NHS, private practice and elite sport. For the past eight years he has worked with England Athletics across U13–U20 national and international squads, specialising in the assessment, treatment and long-term management of young athletes while collaborating closely with parents and coaches. He is also an active educator, lecturing for the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sport & Exercise Medicine and the University of the West of England on topics including overtraining and adolescent injury. Link to download free ossification timings and growth and maturation handout discussed in this episode - https://kidsback2sport.com/resources/ If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
February 25 · 19 min
[Case Studies] When gait retraining helps patellofemoral pain with Dr Bradley Neal
In this episode with Dr Bradley Neal, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a runner who was experiencing patellofemoral pain. We cover: The role of gait analysis and key aspects to look out for Treatment of patellofemoral pain using gait retraining Forefoot striking vs rearfoot striking Step rate vs stride length retraining This episode is closely tied to Brad’s case study he did with us. 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 Brad’s case study here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-neal Dr Bradley Neal is a Lecturer in Physiotherapy at the University of Essex, a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Sports & Exercise Medicine at QMUL, and a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire. With a PhD on lower limb biomechanics and patellofemoral pain, he spent 10 years as a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Head of Research at Pure Sports Medicine, London. His research focuses on patellofemoral pain, knee pathology, running-related injury, and musculoskeletal biomechanics. Reference to paper discussed in this episode here - Neal BS, Lack SD, Bartholomew C, et al; Best practice guide for patellofemoral pain based on synthesis of a systematic review, the patient voice and expert clinical reasoning. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2024;58:1486-1495. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
February 18 · 18 min
[Physio Explained] Rehab after meniscus surgery: practical guidelines for clinicians with Airelle Giordano
In this episode with Airelle Giordano, we discuss two recent papers which cover the meniscus knee rehabilitation consensus. We explore: Patient eligibility for a Menisectomy Rehabilitation post Menisectomy Precautions and contraindications post menisectomy Return to sport post meniscal repair 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/giordano Airelle 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 Associate Professor in the University of Delaware Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Currently, she is the President of the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT). Her clinical expertise centers on complex knee injuries, gait retraining, and post-concussion rehabilitation. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
February 11 · 19 min
[Golden Oldie] Assessing and treating ITB pain with Dr Rich Willy
This episode is a REPLAY of one of the most popular Physio Explained episodes we’ve ever released. In this ITB pain episode with Dr. Rich Willy, we explore: What we now know about the causes of ITB pain Simple, evidence-based explanations clinicians can use with patients How this changes late-stage rehab decisions Practical strategies to build knee robustness and reduce reinjury risk in runners Want to learn more about ITB pain? 🎁 For a limited time, you can get Paul Ingraham’s Complete Guide to ITB Syndrome e-book for FREE when you start a 7-day free trial of Practicals. 👉 Claim this offer here: https://physio.network/promo-willy ⏳ Don’t miss out - offer ends soon! --- Dr. Richard Willy is an Assistant Professor in the School of Physical Therapy, University of Montana (Missoula, MT, USA). He received his PhD in Biomechanics and Movement Science from the University of Delaware and his master of physical therapy from Ohio University. In addition to his research, Dr. Willy has been a clinician for 18 years specializing in the treatment of the injured runner. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU. 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
February 4 · 49 min
[Physio Discussed] Making sense of hamstring injuries with Adam Johnson and Scott Hulm
In this episode, we discuss hamstring injuries. We explore: Relevance of the mechanism of injury Role of the BAMIC classification system Imaging in hamstring injuries Differential Diagnoses of hamstring pain Essential objective tests Key rehabilitation strategies Want 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-hulm Adam is a physiotherapist who has been working within professional football for fourteen years, with half of this time being within a Premier League first team environment. As a result of this experience he has a keen interest in the management of lower limb muscle injuries, particularly the hamstrings and Rectus Femoris. Adam has also has an interest in research and has had three articles published within peer-reviewed journals. Scott is a sports physiotherapist and biomechanist. He is completing a PhD at the Australian Catholic University’s SPRINT Research Centre, where his research focuses on biceps femoris long head structure–function relationships using advanced MRI, applied biomechanics, and muscle modelling. Scott also works in elite Australian football as a senior physiotherapist and rehabilitation lead at the Western Bulldogs Football Club. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
January 28 · 20 min
[Case Studies] Differentiating peripheral artery disease from sciatica: a case study with Tom Jesson
In this episode with Tom Jesson, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a patient who had peripheral artery disease. We discuss: Subjective examination of a patient who presents with calf pain Differential diagnosis of sciatica from peripheral artery disease Importance of asking the “right questions” within the history Reflections from an experienced Physiotherapist's lens This episode is closely tied to Tom’s case study he did with us. 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 Tom’s case study here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-jesson Tom Jesson is a physiotherapist with experience in musculoskeletal primary care and as a chronic pain specialist. He has written extensively on the topics of radicular pain, chronic pain and clinical reasoning. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
January 21 · 18 min
[Physio Explained] Men’s pelvic health: practical tips for clinicians with Dr David Cowley
In this episode, we discuss everything about men’s health. We explore: Applications for diagnostic ultrasound in men's pelvic health Physiotherapy for post prostatectomy patients Role of manual therapy in men’s health Upskilling in men’s health physiotherapy Want 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-cowley Dr David Cowley is a clinician-researcher specialising in men’s pelvic health. He works as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Queensland and as the Men’s Health Clinical Stream Leader at Active Rehabilitation Physiotherapy. He completed his PhD at the University of Queensland, where his research focused on male pelvic floor biomechanics and their role in urinary continence. Alongside his research and clinical practice, David teaches Men’s Health Physiotherapy across the University of Queensland, Australian Catholic University, and Griffith University. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @Sarahyule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
January 14 · 18 min
[Physio Explained] Assessment and treatment of patellofemoral pain with Dr Natalie Collins
In this episode with Natalie Collins we explore patellofemoral pain. We discuss: Key signs & symptoms of patellofemoral pain Crepitus within the patellofemoral joint Assessment of patellofemoral pain Foot orthoses for treatment of patellofemoral pain This 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-collins Dr Natalie Collins is an APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist and Associate Professor at The University of Queensland, whose research focuses on improving outcomes for people with knee pain across the lifespan, particularly patellofemoral pain and patellofemoral osteoarthritis. Dr Collins has also made major contributions to understanding the biomechanical and neuromuscular mechanisms of foot orthoses, developing novel methods to assess intrinsic foot muscle activity. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
January 7 · 18 min
[Golden Oldie] Clinical pearls on tendinopathy with Professor Jill Cook
This episode is a REPLAY of one of the most popular Physio Explained episodes we’ve ever released, originally launched on the 6th of October 2021. In this episode with Jill Cook we explore: The tendon continuum model and tendon pathophysiology based on current research What is clinically relevant for patient care How to progress a real case Challenging the idea of “just loading a tendon heavy and slow” Practical tips on measuring tendon load, not just pain 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/reviews-cook 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. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 31, 2025 · 18 min
[Golden Oldie] Managing FAl syndrome with Dr. Jo Kemp
This episode is a REPLAY of one of the most popular Physio Explained episodes we’ve ever released, originally launched on the 11th of October 2020. In this episode with Jo Kemp we explore: Dosage and length of rehab for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) Evidence based exercise prescription for FAI Pain in rehabilitation of FAI Want to learn more about FAI? Dr Jo Kemp recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome (FAIS)” where she go into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch her class now with our 7-day free trial - https://physio.network/masterclass-kemp1 Dr Joanne Kemp is a Sports Physiotherapist and Senior Research Fellow at Latrobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, Australia. Her research is focused on hip pain including FAI and early onset hip OA in young and middle-aged adults, and its impact on activity, function and quality of life. She has a particular interest in non-surgical interventions that can slow the progression and reduce the symptoms associated with hip pain and hip OA. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 24, 2025 · 19 min
[Golden Oldie] Talking tendinopathy with Dr. Ebonie Rio
This episode is a REPLAY of one of the most popular Physio Explained episodes we’ve ever released, originally launched on the 23rd of September 2020. In this episode with Ebonie Rio, we discuss optimal loading for tendinopathy. We explore: Tendon load in rehabilitation Differential diagnosis in tendinopathy Differences in treatment for peritendon vs tendon issues Key tips and tricks during rehabilitation of tendons Recent evidence based changes in clinical practice This episode is closely tied to Ebonie’s Practical she did with us. Inside Practicals, you get to see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions - helping you become a better clinician, faster. 👉🏻 Watch Ebonie’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-rioe Dr Ebonie Rio is a world-leading expert in tendinopathies. Ebonie completed her PhD in tendon pain and continues to research this topic at La Trobe University, Melbourne. She also holds a Masters of Sports Physiotherapy degree. Her clinical career has included appointments with the Australian Institute of Sport, Australian Ballet Company, Olympic and Paralympic teams as well as travelling with Disney’s The Lion King stage show. Ebonie is interested in how understanding pain and neuroscience can improve our management of musculoskeletal conditions. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 17, 2025 · 41 min
[Physio Discussed] Should spinal manipulation be used in paediatrics? With Anita Gross, Nikki Milne and Jenifer Dice
In 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, torticollis Appropriate manual therapy technique selection for paediatrics Shared decision making within the paediatric realm The collaboration of the Paediatric Spinal Task Force 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Masterclasses here - https://physio.network/discussed-nm-ag-jd Anita Gross is a Clinical Professor at McMaster University, where she has directed their advanced orthopedic musculoskeletal program, and is also a respected educator with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. With a sustained research trajectory, she has made substantial contributions to clinical research in neck and back pain, leading the Cervical Overview Group, a global research collaboration responsible for producing and maintaining Cochrane and other high-quality systematic reviews related to neck pain. Jenifer Dice brings over 25 years of clinical experience delivering pediatric physical therapy across a range of settings, serving patients from birth through adolescence. Currently based near Houston, Texas, Jen balances a full-time Assistant Professor role in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Texas Woman’s University with continued outpatient pediatric practice. Her academic and clinical interests focus on integrating manual therapy approaches into pediatric physical therapy, and her research reflects a commitment to connecting hands-on care with evidence-based inquiry. Associate Professor Nikki Milne is an experienced paediatric physiotherapist, researcher, and educator with over two decades of expertise in child health, fitness, and health professional education. She is the Paediatric Lead for research and coursework in the Physiotherapy Department at Bond University (Gold Coast, Australia) and is also the Assistant Dean of Research for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Medicine at Bond University. Her research focuses on paediatric motor development, safe and effective paediatric physiotherapy, physiotherapy education, injury prevention in sport, and student-led school health programs. You can find further information on the policies discussed in this podcast here: Position Statement - Open Access Article; Gross, A. R., Olson, K. A., Pool, J., Basson, A., Clewley, D., Dice, J. L., & Milne, N. (2024). Spinal manipulation and mobilisation in paediatrics – an international evidence-based position statement for physiotherapists. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 32(3), 211–233. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 10, 2025 · 17 min
[Physio Explained] Managing multimorbidity: evidence-based physiotherapy with Professor Soren Skou
In 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 treatments Evidence for different exercise therapy interventions in this population Quality of life in this population and how Physiotherapists can impact this Strategies to encourage behaviour change in this population 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/podcast-skou Søren T. Skou is professor of exercise and human health at the University of Southern Denmark and head of the multiprofessional research and implementation unit PROgrez in Region Zealand Denmark. He has vast research experience within the field of exercise as treatment of chronic conditions and multimorbidity. His main interest is to advance clinical care of people with chronic conditions through evidence-based treatments developed, evaluated and implemented in a close, interprofessional collaboration between patients, clinicians and other stakeholders. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Dec 3, 2025 · 19 min
[Case Studies] Using foot orthoses in real-world lower limb cases with Blake Withers
In this episode with Blake, we explore how we can use foot orthoses in various different case presentations in the lower limb. We discuss: Misconceptions about foot orthoses How and when to use foot orthoses What conditions can respond well to foot orthoses Differences between customised foot orthoses and off the shelf orthoses This episode is closely tied to Blake’s case study he did with us. 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 Blake’s case study here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-withers Blake Withers is a musculoskeletal podiatrist working in a multidisciplinary sports medicine clinic and a PhD candidate researching running injuries. He lectures in biomechanics and teaches in the Sports Podiatry program at Newcastle University, is a published author, and sits on the Musculoskeletal Special Interest Group board. Blake co-hosts the top-5% global podcast The Sports Medicine Project, delivers national and international education on running and lower-limb injuries, provides global telehealth, and is a regular presenter featured across multiple leading industry platforms. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @Sarah_Yule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 26, 2025 · 18 min
[Physio Explained] Optimising nutrition after injury and surgery with Ben Steele-Turner
In this episode, we discuss nutrition post injury and post surgery. We explore: The stress response and the impact of this on recovery from injury Can macronutrient intake enhance recovery post surgery Awareness and extent of caloric intake post surgery Want 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-turner Ben is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist based in the U.K. After completing a Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), Ben completed his MSc in Human Nutrition in 2018. Alongside clinical work, Ben is currently completing a PhD investigating physiotherapist-led weight management for people with knee osteoarthritis, is physiotherapist for Horsham Rugby Club and England Athletics. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 19, 2025 · 52 min
[Physio Discussed] Patellofemoral pain explained with Claire Robertson and Dr Lisa Hoglund
In this episode, we discuss patellofemoral pain (PFP). We explore: What is happening structurally in PFP? Differential diagnosis around the knee Role of effusion and crepitus in PFP Assessment of patients with suspected PFP Role of squatting in objective assessments and treatment What factors may lead to chronicity Evidence based management of PFP Role of blood flow restriction within PFP Want 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: https://physio.network/masterclass-robertson Claire Robertson qualified in 1994 with a BSc(hons) Physiotherapy. She has since obtained her MSc Physiotherapy, in 2003, and PGCE in 2006. Claire has worked in the NHS, academia and private practice, and currently runs a specialist patellofemoral clinic at Fortius, London spending an hour per patient and liaising closely with their treating clinician. Claire has lectured internationally and has many research papers and editorials published in internationally peer-reviewed journals. Dr Lisa Hoglund, PT, PhD, OCS, Cert. MDT is a professor, board-certified orthopedic specialty physiotherapist, and researcher. She has more than 30 years’ experience as a clinician helping people with musculoskeletal conditions of all ages achieve their goals of returning to work, sport, or increased activity. Dr. Hoglund teaches courses in musculoskeletal physical therapy and differential diagnosis at Thomas Jefferson University. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 12, 2025 · 16 min
[Physio Explained] The essentials of ACL return to play testing with Dr Tim Mcgrath
In 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 goal High 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: https://physio.network/practicals-mcgrath Tim is a Sports Physiotherapist with over 20 years professional practice & professional sport experience. He is currently working as Senior Director of Player Health & Performance for the Washington Commanders NFL team in the USA. Tim completed his PhD from the Research Institute of Sports & Exercise (UCRISE) at the University of Canberra on the topic of ACL rehabilitation and return to sport following knee injury in 2016. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Nov 5, 2025 · 28 min
[Case Studies] Managing ulnar collateral ligament injuries in baseball: a case study with Mike Reinold
In this episode with Mike Reinold, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a baseball player with a medial ulnar collateral ligament injury - also known as a “Tommy Johns injury”. We cover: Initial presentation of the patient Important subjective questioning in this population Differential diagnosis around the medial elbow region Importance of load management in baseball Management of ulnar collateral ligament injury This episode is closely tied to Mike’s case study he did with us. 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 trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-reinold Mike Reinold, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, C-PS is considered a world-renowned leader in the field of physical therapy, sports medicine, fitness, and sports performance. He is a noted author, lecturer, consultant, researcher, and clinician. As a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and certified strength and conditioning specialist, Dr. Reinold has used his expertise in a variety of settings to help people restore, optimise, and enhance their performance. He has most notably worked extensively with a variety of professional athletes from every major sport, with emphasis on the care of throwing injuries in baseball players. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Oct 29, 2025 · 18 min
[Physio Explained] Non-traumatic shoulder instability: what physios need to know with Anju Jaggi
In 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 population Goals of physiotherapy in individuals with this condition Exercise prescription in this population Realistic expectations for recovery This 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.network/practicals-jaggi Anju has over 25 years of experience at the RNOHT, specialising in managing complex shoulder dysfunction. She is an active researcher and educator, having led clinical trials, published extensively, and lectured internationally. A former EUSSER President and BESS Council member, she is passionate about advancing shoulder rehabilitation and promoting physiotherapy worldwide. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/