The Physio Pulse Podcast
Jeff Morton and James Horner
Welcome to The Physio Pulse Podcast, your go-to source for all things physiotherapy!
Hosted by James and Jeff, two passionate and experienced physiotherapists, this podcast hopes to share that passion by delving into the latest research, exploring intriguing case studies, and engaging with clinical discussions to keep you at the forefront of the physiotherapy field.
We bring a dynamic approach to every episode, sharing our expertise, experiences and failures. Hoping to make complex topics accessible and interesting for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike.
Hosted by James and Jeff, two passionate and experienced physiotherapists, this podcast hopes to share that passion by delving into the latest research, exploring intriguing case studies, and engaging with clinical discussions to keep you at the forefront of the physiotherapy field.
We bring a dynamic approach to every episode, sharing our expertise, experiences and failures. Hoping to make complex topics accessible and interesting for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike.
Episodes
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Dec 8, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ep. 18 - Movement Patterns and ACL Injury Risk
If you want to skip past the discussion on the recent assisted dying bill in the UK then head to 09:20.
We take a deep dive into movement science, ecological dynamics and a research paper looking at different ways to 'teach movement'
Please note, this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Dec 1, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 17 - Patient Perceptions on Sciatica
This week we dive into a qualitative paper for the first time all around perceptions of sciatica from the patients perspective!
James talks about wearing high heels.
Please note, this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Nov 24, 2024 • 34min
Case Study #7 - What's Causing This Shoulder Pain?
In the intro to this episode we discuss our thoughts on the HCPC hearing Adam Meakins is currently going through, Jeff makes a bet that he won't swear for the remainder of the episode and James leads a conversation on a patient with shoulder pain that wasn't improving with rehabilitation!
Please note, this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Nov 17, 2024 • 44min
Ep. 16 - Delving into the LEAP trial for Gluteal Tendinopathy
This paper has made a huge splash and influenced so many physios treatments. So naturally we need to dive into it a bit deeper to see what it actually shows.
Jeff has beef (surprise), James googles more things.
Please note, this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Nov 10, 2024 • 33min
Ep. 15 - Can new weight loss drugs be useful for OA?
You may have seen all the recent hype around Ozempic and other "miracle" Semaglutide medications for weight loss in the recent months...
But what is the clinical utility of these for OA??
We explore the new 2024 paper
"Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Persons with Obesity and Knee Osteoarthritis by Bliddal et al"
James tries not to get sued
Jeff mobs a hip
Nov 3, 2024 • 48min
Case Study #6 - Bilateral Buttock Pain
It's time for another case study!
This week we run through a complex presentation of bilateral buttock pain. James scored 9/10 on the possible differentials. Jeff talks about his upcoming course.
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Please note, this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Oct 27, 2024 • 49min
Ep. 14 - (Proper) Strength Training and Knee Osteoarthritis
James compliments Jeff.
Also, we discuss Messier et al (2021) which compared an 18 month long high and low intensity exercise compared to an attention control in people with knee osteoarthritis... the results of which may surprise you!
*Regarding discussion on strength, the 3Nm/kg statistic we talked about is for isometric testing so strictly is not right to compare to 30 degrees/second isokinetic... but the message still stands!
Please note, this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Oct 20, 2024 • 41min
Ep. 13 - What happens when you pull on nerve roots? (Golden Oldie - Smyth and Wright, 1958)
We sit down to discuss a golden oldie from the research base. The study that gave us the straight leg raise and an insight into how the thinking around radicular pain developed!We use this as a jumping off point before discussing different types of nerve root problems and how we think about them clinically.Please note this episode does not constitute medical advice.
Oct 13, 2024 • 1h 21min
Ep. 12 - Erik Meira on A.I. in Healthcare & Biomechanics after ACL reconstruction
We sat down with the legend that is Erik Meira to get his views on A.I. and it's potential role in healthcare and of course, some lower limb biomechanics and application to rehabilitation!
If you want to skip to the main discussion - head to around the 16 minute mark, kick back and enjoy!
Please go and check out www.thesciencept.com and PT Inquest to learn more from Erik!
This show does not constitute medical advice.
Oct 6, 2024 • 44min
Ep. 11 - Who Will Respond Well To Treatment For Chronic LBP? (Hancock et al 2024 - Secondary Analysis of the RESTORE Trial)
James and Jeff are ahead of the game with this one! Looking at the very recent Hancock study diving into what moderates how people respond to treatment for Chronic LBP.
James wears a shirt and tie
Jeff gets nervous about our next guest...
