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Apr 1, 2025 • 53min

194. ACL Return to Sport: Is 9 Months the Sweet Spot? w/ Roula Kotsifaki

Chris Hughen sat down with Roula Kotsifaki to discuss ACL Return to Sport Timelines. We dive into her newly published paper titled, “Is 9 months the sweet spot for male athletes to return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction?” Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/_jKeML-8qGs  Episode Resources: Kotsifaki, 2025 Previous Episode w/ Roula Roula’s Twitter --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/  Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1  Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/  Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/  Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/  --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g  Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% 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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Mar 25, 2025 • 58min

193. Spinal Manipulation: What's Actually Happening? w/ Casper Nim

Chris Hughen talks with Casper Nim, a chiropractor and senior researcher from Denmark, about the intricacies of spinal manipulation. They debunk common myths associated with spinal manipulative therapy and emphasize the importance of patient preferences in treatment. Casper shares insights on the mechanics of joint popping and the psychological effects of these sounds. The discussion also highlights the need for transforming manual therapy education, focusing on psycho-motor skills and patient narratives, to better inform future practices in spinal pain management.
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Mar 18, 2025 • 59min

192. Athletic Hip and Groin Pain w/ Enda King

Chris Hughen chats with Enda King, the Head of elite performance and development at Aspetar, renowned for his expertise in sports medicine and rehabilitation. They delve into the complexities of athletic hip and groin pain, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive assessments and tailored rehab strategies. Enda highlights the significance of monitoring recovery, understanding pain as a guide, and employing innovative tools for optimal healing. Their conversation reveals the critical balance between performance and patient care in the field of sports rehabilitation.
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Mar 11, 2025 • 57min

191. Shin Splints | Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome w/ Beau Tyrrell

Beau Tyrrell, a Sydney-based physiotherapist specializing in lower limb injuries, joins Chris Hughen to delve into medial tibial stress syndrome, commonly known as shin splints. They explore recovery timelines, outlining that healing can take from 15 to 120 days. Beau emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and the need to differentiate between shin splints and bone stress injuries. Strategies for effective management, including tailored exercise regimens and load management techniques, are discussed to help prevent this common issue among runners and military personnel.
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Mar 4, 2025 • 59min

190. How and Why Do Treatments Work? w/ Chad Cook

Chris Hughen sat down with Chad Cook to discuss all things shared and specific mechanisms. We dive into a variety of topics including: non-specific effects, natural history, clinician bias, patient variability in treatment response, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/hcasjnLLEE0  Episode Resources: Shared and Specific Mechanisms for MSK Conditions Paper Shared and Specific Mechanisms for Chronic Neck Pain: Study Protocol Chad’s ResearchGate Chad’s Twitter --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/  Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1  Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/  Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/  Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/  --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g  Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code “E3REHAB” at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Kody Hughes
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Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 15min

189. A Deep Dive Into Tendon Rehab w/ Marc Surdyka

Marc Surdyka, an expert in tendon rehabilitation, joins Chris Hughen to explore revolutionary approaches to managing tendon pain. They discuss the evolution of tendon pain terminology, shifting from 'tendonitis' to 'tendinopathy.' The conversation highlights modern loading protocols and the importance of individualized rehabilitation strategies. Surdyka emphasizes pain monitoring, tailored exercises, and the need for baseline testing, offering clinicians insightful strategies for effective tendon management and optimal recovery.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 1h 10min

188. Early Stage ACL Rehab w/ Erik Meira

In this discussion, Erik Meira, a seasoned physical therapist and applied biomechanist, dives into early ACL rehabilitation. He emphasizes essential techniques for managing swelling and restoring range of motion while addressing challenges like cyclops lesions. Erik shares insights on the psychological impacts of pain and the delicate balance between promoting movement and preventing stiffness. He also highlights innovative tools and supplements that enhance recovery, advocating for a patient-centered approach in rehabilitation to optimize outcomes.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 2min

187. Should Rehab Be Pain Free? w/ Marc Surdyka, Nathan Henderson, and Chris Hughen

In this engaging discussion, Marc Surdyka, an expert in physical therapy, and Nathan Henderson, a physical therapist at Build Physio, share their insights on whether rehabilitation should be pain-free. They explore the nuances of acceptable pain levels during recovery and highlight personalized pain management strategies. The duo emphasizes the importance of education and communication in rehabilitation, particularly post-surgery. They also delve into managing shoulder and knee pain, making a strong case for balancing discomfort and functionality for better recovery outcomes.
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Feb 4, 2025 • 1h

186. Reflections on ACL Rehab w/ Megan Graham

Megan Graham, a physical therapist and PhD candidate at the University of Kentucky, shares her insights on ACL rehabilitation. She discusses muscle atrophy, the use of E-stim technology, and the evolution of late-stage rehab practices. Highlighting the challenges in balancing patient safety and effort, she emphasizes individualized programs post-surgery. Megan also explores unique recovery strategies like blood flow restriction training and the importance of personalized metrics to lower re-injury risks for athletes returning to sports.
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Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 3min

185. Rehabbing Youth Athletes w/ Nicole Surdyka

Chris Hughen sat down with Nicole Surdyka to discuss rehabbing the youth athlete. We dive into the differences Nicole has noticed working within professional and collegiate sport settings versus the pediatric and youth athlete populations. Nicole highlights the differences in communication styles, parental dynamics, time availability and constraints, training age considerations, and much more.  Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/PMnireYKhOs  Episode Resources: Prior Episodes w/ Nicole:  #160 and #40 Elite Soccer Conference Nicole’s Instagram --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/E3Rehab --- Rehab & Performance Programs: https://store.e3rehab.com/  Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1  Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/  Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentorship-intake-form/  Articles: https://e3rehab.com/articles/  --- Podcast Sponsors: Legion Athletics: Get 20% off using "E3REHAB" at checkout! - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/wdp5g  Vivo Barefoot: Get 15% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab Tindeq: Get 10% off your dynamometer using code “E3REHAB” at checkout - https://tindeq.com/ --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Matt Hunter

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