In this engaging discussion, Dr. Lori Michener, a Professor of Biomechanics and a leading physical therapist at USC, shares her expertise on shoulder rehabilitation. She delves into the evolving understanding of scapular dyskinesis and its relationship with shoulder pain. Dr. Michener emphasizes individualized treatment strategies over rigid adherence to scapular positions. The dialogue also covers tendon mechanics, the importance of tailored patient education, and the therapeutic value of attentive listening in physical therapy.

Dr. Bas van Hooren is a postdoctoral researcher at Maastricht University and a Dutch national champion runner, specializing in running biomechanics and injury prevention. He discusses groundbreaking musculoskeletal models for runner load analysis and the impact of modern technology on performance. The conversation delves into shoe effects on running economy and the contribution of wearable tech in predicting injury risks. Bas also shares insights on gait adjustments and their complex relationship with running efficiency, providing practical recommendations for runners.

Dr. Peter Malliaras, a full-time professor at Monash University and expert in tendinopathy, shares his insights on tendon rehabilitation. He emphasizes the limited role of injections in treatment, highlighting the importance of personalized care and effective load management. Peter discusses the complexities of strength testing methods and the significance of proper loading in recovery. He reflects on his transition from practice to academia and acknowledges the influence of mentorship in his career while advocating for accessible educational resources on tendinopathy.

Join Dr. Kate Jochimsen, a researcher at CHOIR and Harvard Medical School, as she unravels the fascinating connection between psychological factors and physical pain. Discover how fear and anxiety can amplify pain sensitivity and the concept of a 'pain dial' that influences recovery. Learn about cognitive restructuring techniques to transform thoughts and improve health behaviors. Dr. Jochimsen emphasizes patient-centered care and tailored interventions to foster resilience, bridging sports medicine and psychology for better pain management.

Dr Stephanie Mundt (PT, PhD Candidate) is on talking about bone stress injuries and optimizing the health of athletes to keep them performing and living well.   We talk about: - can you run with pain when you have a bone stress injury - why bone stress injuries occur - high risk versus low risk stress fractures - how to build bone and manage injury risk            

Greg speaks with Jeff Beran of Evolution PT and Jeff's partner Frank Tardi.  They run a successful private practice with exercise, health and optimal training as the foundation of their intervention.  They teach a popular course on energy systems training to improve outcomes entitled "Practical Programming: A Clinician's Guide to Maximizing Physical Potential   They share their thoughts on both exercise prescription and manual therapy AND offer mentorships to those looking to learn more about their model. Their Bios are here

Dr Johan Lahti PhD is a strength and conditioning coach and an expert in the prevention and training on hamstrings.   Johan is a great thinker related to all aspects of strength and conditioning but has a special interest in mitigating the risk of hamstring strains. In this episode we talk about: potential risk factors for hamstring strains how to best train the hamstrings for performance and injury risk using EMG to assess hamstring exercises and the role of technique in injuries   Some relevant references Johan's injury prevention study Training hamstrings Sprinting and hamstrings

Dr. Gerard McMahon, a sports scientist from Ulster University, specializes in tendon adaptations to resistance training. He dives into the debate of partial versus full range squats for enhancing vertical jumps and discusses optimal tendon loading ranges. The podcast also highlights the importance of knowing tendon strain for better strength prescriptions and explores various training techniques, including single leg exercises. McMahon emphasizes tailored training approaches to boost tendon health and performance while minimizing injury risks.

Dr. Falk Mersmann, head of a research group at Humboldt University, specializes in muscle and tendon biomechanics. He reveals the crucial balance between tendon stiffness and muscle strength to prevent injuries. Personalized tendon loading strategies can enhance adaptations, while simplistic activities like running alone aren't enough for tendon health. He dispels myths about stretching reducing stiffness and argues that plyometrics might not boost tendon strength. Mersmann emphasizes understanding mechanical stiffness for effective injury prevention in athletes.

In this conversation with Colin Griffin, a strength and conditioning coach specializing in lower limb injuries, the focus is on innovative rehabilitation for Achilles tendinopathy. Colin critiques traditional tendon loading programs, advocating for a more engaging and performance-focused approach. He explains the balance of loading and recovery, highlights the vital role of strength training in rehabilitation, and discusses optimizing plyometric landing mechanics. Personalization is key, whether it’s through tailored exercises or understanding individual anatomical differences.