
Jess Elis
Practicing physical therapist with 16 years of experience in various settings, including leadership roles with EXOS and NBA teams. Founder of Rehab Code, an education company, and consultant for pro athletes.
Top 5 podcasts with Jess Elis
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Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 43min
Tendon & Cartilage with Jess Ellis
Jess Ellis, a skilled physiotherapist with a PhD focused on wearable tech ethics, shares her expertise in tendon and cartilage management. She discusses the complexities of patellofemoral pain and its management, emphasizing the role of fluid dynamics in joint health. Jess explains the mechanics behind Achilles ruptures and the unique challenges they present. Rehabilitation strategies, such as graded exposure and eccentric training, are highlighted, along with the importance of individualized approaches for athletes managing pain.

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Apr 23, 2026 • 32min
Jess Elis: Rehab Isn’t a Protocol
Jess Ellis, physical therapist and Rehab Code founder who built NBA performance programs, challenges rigid rehab systems. He discusses pathomechanics, cartilage remodeling in basketball, limits of hop tests for ACL return, tissue-specific loading rules, ankle dorsiflexion asymmetries, and mentorship for clinical mastery. Short, sharp takes on blending rehab with performance and using tech and AI to evolve practice.

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Sep 29, 2025 • 41min
Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes
Jess Elis, an experienced sports physical therapist and founder of Rehab Code, dives into the intricate world of ethics and athlete data. With leadership roles in organizations like EXOS and the NBA, he discusses the importance of communication and consent in data collection. Elis highlights risks of over-relying on data and the varied responses from athletes, categorizing them as adopters, resistors, and optimizers. He emphasizes the human element, advocating for transparent dialogue and written consent to foster trust in professional sports.

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Sep 2, 2025 • 46min
216. The Evolution of a PT Career w/ Jess Elis
In this engaging discussion, Jess Elis, a seasoned physical therapist with 16 years of experience, highlights the crucial phases of a PT career. She emphasizes overcoming imposter syndrome and the transformative role of mentorship in professional growth. Jess shares her insights on embracing failure as a catalyst for resilience and personal fulfillment in one’s career. Her anecdotes shed light on the importance of practical experience and aligning your career with your core values for a meaningful journey.

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Sep 16, 2026 • 1h 10min
Jess Elis: Pathomechanics of Performance
Jess Elis, sports physical therapist and Rehab Code founder, draws on leadership roles with the Knicks, Trail Blazers, and EXOS. He explores the tension between team and private care, the realities of high-performance health leadership, tendon and knee injuries, deceleration, foot and Achilles mechanics, and how pathomechanics can connect medical rehab with performance.


