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E3 Rehab
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Jan 13, 2026 • 59min
235. Tips for New Grad Clinicians w/ Payne Harrison
Chris Hughen sat down with Payne Harrison to discuss recommendations for young clinicians. We dive into navigating burnout, strategies for continued learning, creating a sustainable work-life balance, acknowledging the unknowns, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/2n-TVZsPy2I Episode Resources: Payne's Instagram --- Membership: https://e3rehab.com/premium/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentoring/ Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Rehab & Performance Programs: https://e3rehab.com/programs/ Resource Guides: https://e3rehab.com/resource-guides Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ X: https://x.com/E3Rehab LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e3rehab/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e3rehab --- Podcast Sponsor: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Kody Hughes

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Jan 6, 2026 • 1h 15min
234. Avascular Necrosis Of The Hip w/ Callum East
Chris Hughen sat down with Callum East to discuss avascular necrosis of the hip. We dive into Callum's mnemonic, STAIRS-P, for developing suspicion of hip avascular necrosis, differential diagnosis for hip pain, communicating imaging needs, management options, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/eE-1UpnQs8Q Episode Resources: Callum's Instagram --- Membership: https://e3rehab.com/premium/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentoring/ Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Rehab & Performance Programs: https://e3rehab.com/programs/ Resource Guides: https://e3rehab.com/resource-guides Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ X: https://x.com/E3Rehab LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e3rehab/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e3rehab --- Podcast Sponsor: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Kody Hughes

Dec 30, 2025 • 59min
233. How To Build A Rehab Training Menu w/ Shelbie Miller
Chris Hughen sat down with Shelbie Miller to discuss how to build a rehab training menu. We dive into the fundamentals of developing an exercise plan during rehab, key levers to pull, movement prescription examples for both lower- and upper-body rehab, and much more Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/5NUXUuw4GYM Episode Resources: Shelbie's Instagram Rethinking Rehab Podcast --- Membership: https://e3rehab.com/premium/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentoring/ Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Rehab & Performance Programs: https://e3rehab.com/programs/ Resource Guides: https://e3rehab.com/resource-guides Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ X: https://x.com/E3Rehab LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e3rehab/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e3rehab --- Podcast Sponsor: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Kody Hughes

Dec 23, 2025 • 54min
232. Reframing Exercise for Pain Relief w/ Justin Martino
In this discussion, Justin Martino, an orthopedic physical therapist and early-career researcher, explores the complexities of exercise in managing musculoskeletal pain. He challenges conventional beliefs about exercise specificity and highlights the modest effects of exercise on pain relief. Martino emphasizes the psychosocial factors influencing outcomes and the pitfalls of seeking certainty in treatment. By advocating for a flexible, patient-centered approach, he explains how attentive interaction can often drive improvement, making a compelling case for reevaluating how we view exercise as therapy.

Dec 16, 2025 • 1h 4min
231. ACL Rehab: Phase 3 [4-6+ months] w/ Marc Surdyka and Chris Hughen
Marc Surdyka, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and ACL rehab specialist, shares insights on phase 3 of ACL rehabilitation. He discusses crucial timelines for implementing running and plyometric exercises, along with criteria for safe initiation. The conversation covers individualized training plans, strength benchmarks, and innovative jumping progressions. Marc also highlights the importance of monitoring technique and managing fatigue in plyometric training. Tune in for expert advice on balancing rehab and performance!

Dec 9, 2025 • 60min
230. Prehabilitation for Spine Surgery w/ Jim Eubanks
In this enlightening conversation, Jim Eubanks, a physiatrist from the Medical University of South Carolina, delves into the essential role of prehabilitation for spine surgery. He defines prehab as a holistic approach, emphasizing both physical and psychological readiness. Jim outlines which surgeries benefit most from prehab and discusses effective educational strategies for patients. He advocates for individualized care and highlights the impact of lifestyle factors like smoking on surgical outcomes, pushing for a shift towards team-based, value-driven care.

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Dec 2, 2025 • 52min
229. ACL Graft Types w/ Nathan Henderson
In this engaging discussion, Nathan Henderson, an outpatient sports and orthopedic physical therapist at Build Physio, delves into the intricacies of ACL grafts. He contrasts autografts and allografts, focusing on their pros and cons for athletes. Nathan explores the resurgence of quad tendon grafts and the unique rehab considerations for different types, including bone-patellar-tendon-bone and hamstring grafts. He also shares insights on testing approaches and rehab timelines, emphasizing the importance of patient education on graft maturation.

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Nov 25, 2025 • 1h 2min
228. The Ultimate Hybrid Athlete w/ Alex Viada
Chris Hughen sat down with Alex Viada to discuss his new book, "The Ultimate Hybrid Athlete." We dive into his evolution in hybrid training over the past 10–15 years since his first book, common pitfalls coaches and athletes face, managing fatigue, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/GbYgBxx4dLk Episode Resources: Alex's New Book Complete Human Performance Website Alex's Instagram --- Membership: https://e3rehab.com/premium/ Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentoring/ Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/ Rehab & Performance Programs: https://e3rehab.com/programs/ Resource Guides: https://e3rehab.com/resource-guides Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1 --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ X: https://x.com/E3Rehab LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e3rehab/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e3rehab --- Podcast Sponsor: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Kody Hughes

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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 4min
227. Questioning Pain Science w/ Asaf Weisman
Asaf Weisman, a physical therapist and spinal research lab manager at Tel Aviv University, explores groundbreaking insights into pain science. He critiques the IASP's definitions of nociception and pain, arguing for a broader understanding that includes neuroimmune mechanisms. The discussion dives into the complexities of phantom limb pain, sensory illusions, and the inadequacy of anecdotal evidence. Asaf emphasizes that chronic pain has biological explanations, urging clinicians to rethink assessments and focus on practical interventions like exercise and sleep.

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Nov 11, 2025 • 1h 8min
226. Achilles Tendon Ruptures: Surgical and Non-Surgical Rehab w/ Scott Greenberg
Scott Greenberg, an experienced sports physical therapist at University of Florida Health, discusses Achilles tendon ruptures in this engaging talk. He breaks down the key differences between surgical and non-surgical rehab, emphasizing individualized recovery timelines. Greenberg also highlights immediate priorities like minimizing tendon retraction and suggests a gradual progression to weight-bearing movements. He stresses the importance of training the whole athlete, discusses managing differing recovery rates, and advises on avoiding common late-stage mistakes.


