[Physio Discussed] How to master sports rehab with Dr Teddy Willsey and Dr Travis Pollen

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Sep 11, 2024

Join Dr. Teddy Willsey, a sports rehabilitation expert and private practice owner, alongside Dr. Travis Pollen, a specialist in clinical practice and rehabilitation strategies. They dive into the essential principles of sports rehab, particularly for ACL injuries. Their conversation uncovers the importance of load management and the use of dynamometry in recovery. They also tackle the challenges faced by athletes and the significance of a multidisciplinary approach in rehabilitation, sharing insights on effective communication and personalized programs.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Integrating Rehabilitation and Performance

01:34 • 22min

Rehabilitation Insights for ACL Injuries

23:53 • 11min

Mastering Sports Rehab through Effective Testing Protocols

34:55 • 3min

Navigating ACL Rehabilitation and Load Management

37:47 • 14min

Understanding Exercise Physiology for Effective Sports Rehabilitation

52:04 • 4min

Key Takeaways in Sports Rehabilitation

56:03 • 4min

Introducing our new, longer form podcast, Physio Discussed, where 2 expert guests and our host explore everything you need to know about your favourite topics!

In this episode, we discuss:

Key principles of sports rehab
Importance of dynamometry and measurement tools in rehab, and how to implement them in your clinical practice
Potential complications of working with athletes and how to overcome this
Importance of load management in rehab
Sports rehab considerations in ACL rehab; including working with the surgeon & athlete readiness for return to play
Sports rehab considerations for swimmers
Phone applications for use in return to play testing

Want to learn more about sports rehabilitation? Dr Teddy Wilsey recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called, “Exercise Prescription in Sports Rehab” where he goes into further depth on all the latest research for all things related to sports rehabilitation.

👉🏻 You can watch his class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-willsey1

Dr. Teddy Willsey is a Physical therapist and private practice owner in Rockville, Maryland. Teddy is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and sports performance coach. Teddy has an interest in working with high level athletes and specifically in return to sports rehab. Teddy’s expertise lies in the evaluation and diagnosis of orthopaedic musculoskeletal conditions while emphasising exercise and movement as the primary means of recovery.

Dr Travis Pollen is a personal trainer and has completed a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (Drexel University). He also holds a master’s degree in Biomechanics and Movement Science (University of Delaware). His research interests focus on movement screening, injury risk appraisal, and return to play testing in athletes. Travis’s expertise lies in bridging the gap between rehabilitation and performance and reducing the chasm between research and practice.

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