JOSPT Insights

Someone walks into your clinic with a sore shoulder. Are you dealing with a stiff shoulder? A rotator cuff problem? The acromioclavicular joint? Or something else entirely? Today, Dr Angela Cadogan (PT, PhD) - Specialist Physiotherapist and clinical consultant - is helping you hone your clinical reasoning in differential diagnosis of subacromial pain. Dr Cadogan shares her practical approach to diagnosing subacromial pain in a way that you can take straight to the clinic tomorrow.

Dr Rick Joreitz (University of Pittsburgh) joins Chelsea and Dan to chat all things ice hockey. From the unique demands on the hip in all planes of motion—c’mon, we couldn’t do a podcast about ice hockey without talking hips!—to the acute and chronic injuries, helpful manual therapy tips, and ways to progress a return to the ice. Dr Joreitz has got your key questions covered. Who would have thought the boards of the rink were such an important part of rehabilitation?

The YAHiR (Young Athletes Hip Research) Collaborative take over the JOSPT Insights podcast today with the second part of our explainer on hip dysplasia. Drs Inger Mechlenburg and Julie Jacobsen cover the key elements of an effective treatment program, when hip preserving surgery is an option, and how to balance loading, exercise and information to help people with hip dysplasia to stay active and healthy throughout life. ------------------------------ RESOURCES Learn more about how the YAHiR collaborative is partnering to promote and protect athletes' hip health through high-quality research: https://www.ndorms.ox.ac.uk/research/yahir You can register to access full recordings of the Young Athlete's Hip Symposium, and the Oxford-Aspetar-La Trobe Young Athlete's Hip Webinar Series (11 webinars): https://www.ndorms.ox.ac.uk/events/Oxford-Hip-2022 The next Young Athlete's Hip Symposium is on 25-27 September, 2024 at Worcester College, Oxford University

The YAHiR (Young Athletes' Hip Research) Collaborative takes over the JOSPT Insights podcast today with Part 1 of a 2-part explainer on hip dysplasia. Tune in to learn about what causes hip dysplasia and how common the problem is, plus how to put the clinical history, pain and imaging puzzle together to diagnose and identify the major impairments that come along with hip dysplasia. ------------------------------ RESOURCES Learn more about how the YAHiR collaborative is partnering to promote and protect athletes' hip health through high-quality research: https://www.ndorms.ox.ac.uk/research/yahir You can register to access full recordings of the Young Athlete's Hip Symposium, and the Oxford-Aspetar-La Trobe Young Athlete's Hip Webinar Series (11 webinars): https://www.ndorms.ox.ac.uk/events/Oxford-Hip-2022 The next Young Athlete's Hip Symposium is on 25-27 September, 2024 at Worcester College, Oxford University

Today’s sports corner is all about managing high-level basketball athletes. Dr Maggie Bryant, Director of Rehabilitation for the LA Clippers, explains the physical demands of basketball, common injuries, and important things to consider when planning rehabilitation with basketball athletes. From the acceleration and deceleration demands, physical playing space restrictions, challenging anthropometrics of these athletes, and the variation in position demands—your rehabilitation plans for basketball athletes will require careful thought. Maggie’s hot tip: don’t forget about the foot and ankle!

Dr Chris Napier is a physiotherapist, Assistant Professor and Director of the Run Lab at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada, and 2:33-marathoner. Who better to share tips for ramping up running training? Today we discuss strategies for performing well and staying injury free while running, how to choose a new running shoe, and Chris shares his approach to designing an effective all-round running training program. ------------------------------ RESOURCES Chris' book 'Science of Running: Analyze your Technique, Prevent Injury, Revolutionize your Training' is available wherever you purchase books (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/612657/science-of-running-by-chris-napier/9780744022087)

The American Physical Therapy Association's Academy of Sports Physical Therapy is now in its 50th year. Today, Academy President, Dr Mike Reinold, is celebrating not only the achievements of the past 50 years, but looking forward to the future. Mike has assumed the role of Sports Academy President at an exciting time of innovation in learning, professional development, and mentorship. Today we discuss how the Sports Academy is nurturing the physical therapy profession and its future leaders. ------------------------------ RESOURCES Academy of Sports Physical Therapy: https://sportspt.org/ Sports Academy Learning Centre: https://learn.sportspt.org/

Dr Seth O'Neill (University of Leicester) is back sharing his tips on diagnosing the source of calf pain in active people. What are the common diagnoses? The things you should not miss? The concerning diagnosis masquerading as calf pain? And much more.

Did you know that calf injuries are one of the most common soft tissue injuries in team sports? How comfortable do you feel assessing and managing calf pain, especially designing and progressing a program to help someone get back to their sport? Today, Dr Seth O'Neill from the University of Leicester, joins us to blend the latest science in calf injury with high-level clinical reasoning. You'll get something out of today's chat whether you're beginning in your clinical career or whether you're looking for suggestions for advanced clinical practice.

Dr Dustin Jones, from StrongerLife, talks about the important impact that preventing falls can have on an older adult's wellbeing. He explains how to assess falls risk and physical performance, and recommends his top measures and resources. Dr Jones addresses why it’s important to focus, not only on preventing falls, but on helping older people prepare for falls too, and reviews some drills he uses with his clients. ------------------------------ RESOURCES STEADI: https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/index.html Ability Lab: https://www.sralab.org/additional-resources Stronger Life: https://www.strongerlifehq.com/