The Prehab Podcast

We interviewed two of the leading orthopedic surgeons in the country, Dr. Nikhil Verma and Dr. Jorge Chahla of Midwest Orthopedics at Rush to discuss biologics. Biologics like PRP, stem cells, corticosteroid injections, and hyaluronic acid are all the rage in medicine right now – and for good reason. Instead of having to reconstruct or repair damaged or torn tissues in the body through surgery, what if we could help relieve pain and improve function with a minimal invasion biologic injection? That is the promise of biologic injections. While significantly more research needs to be done to better understand how to best deliver biologics and what patients they may benefit the most, the future is very promising. As physical therapists, we will always be advocates of more conservative measures like physical therapy or biologic injections prior to more invasive options like surgery when warranted to potentially give our patients the upper hand in their rehab. Dr. Chahla is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush He earned his Ph.D. degree with Summa Cum Laude honors. Dr. Chahla has a strong focus on joint preservation procedures and cartilage restoration techniques with more than 300 publications in prestigious scientific journals, over 30 book chapters, and five edited books. He has received grants from various institutions such as AAOS, OREF, AANA, AOSSM, SANOFI, Colorado University, Cedars Sinai Kerlan Jobe, and The Steadman Clinic. He has recently received the AAOS Award of Excellence, AOSSM Young Investigator Award, Excellence in Research Award and the Cabaud Award (two times) from the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the 2016 AAOS/OREF/ORS Clinician Scholar Development Program award and six best-paper awards at several meetings. He has presented multiple studies, both nationally and internationally, at various orthopedic meetings. He is a member of the knee collateral ligament expert group from ESSKA, Deputy Chair of the NextGen Committee from ICRS, committee member at AOSSM, ISAKOS, AANA and Infographics Editor for the Arthroscopy Journal. Finally, he is a current Member of the AAOS Clinical Practice Guideline on the Dr. Verma specializes in the treatment of the shoulder, elbow, and knee with an emphasis on advanced arthroscopic reconstructive techniques of the shoulder, shoulder replacement, knee ligament reconstruction and articular cartilage reconstruction and meniscal transplantation. Dr. Verma maintains an active clinical practice performing over 500 procedures per year. He is Director of the Division of Sports Medicine and Director of the Sports Medicine Fellowship Program. In addition, he serves as a team physician for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls, and Nazareth Academy. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Verma is actively involved in orthopedic research with interests in basic science, biomechanics, and clinical outcomes, and has recently received funding for his work from Major League Baseball. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed manuscripts in major orthopedic and sports medicine journals, numerous book chapters, and routinely serves as teaching faculty for orthopedic courses on advanced surgical techniques. He frequently serves as an invited speaker or guest surgeon for national and international orthopedic sports medicine meetings. He has been elected by his peers to "Best Doctors in America" every year since 2007. Dr. Nikhil Verma was voted among the top 10-15% of Top Doctors in America® by U.S.News & World Report and Castle Connolly. The Top Doctors list is widely regarded as a high-quality reference guide to the medical profession. Enjoy! The Prehab Guys Guest: Dr. Nikhil Verma and Dr. Jorge Chahla Instagram: @chicagosportsdoc @nikhilvermamd Learn more about the Shoulder [P]Rehab Program HERE. Learn more about the Knee [P]Rehab Program HERE. Visit our website: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter Connect with The Prehab Guys info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe.

In this episode Arash and Dr. Cole discuss shoulder arthritis in this episode. Specifically what interventions to provide with the young patient in the clinic presenting with shoulder arthritis. We discuss what shoulder arthritis is and how someone with arthritis may present. We then discuss interventions including supplementation, physical therapy, injections, and common procedures that Dr. Cole performs with this population. Dr. Brian Cole is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and a Professor of Orthopaedics, Anatomy and Cell Biology at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Cole is Managing Partner of Midwest Orthopaedics and is the Department's Associate Chairman and the Section Head of the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center. He is the Chairman of Surgery at Rush Oak Park Hospital and leads the Rush Orthopedic Master's Program. Dr. Cole also holds several leadership positions in national and international orthopedic societies. Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Guest: Dr. Brian Cole Instagram: @ShoulderKneeDoc Learn more about the Shoulder [P]Rehab Program HERE. Learn more about the Knee [P]Rehab Program HERE. Visit our website: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter Connect with The Prehab Guys info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to rate, reviewm and subscribe.

In this episode Ryan and Craig discuss what it is ultimately like to be a Strength & Conditioning Coach. Ryan shares his journey regarding how he ended up as the assistant director of sports performance at DePaul University in Chicago, what his job entails, and the honest truth about the profession and what it takes to work your way up the chain in the field. Ryan also gives advice and wisdom for aspiring S&C coaches and talks about his relationships with athletes, coaches, and the medical team from the S&C standpoint. We also talked shop for a bit as well! Ryan Nosak is in his second season as the Assistant Director of Sports Performance at DePaul. Nosak primarily works with the cross country, golf, women's soccer, and track and field programs while also assisting with the men's basketball team. He plays an extensive role in the athlete monitoring process for all teams, working specifically with force plates and the isometric mid thigh pull, and he leads the sports performance internship program. Prior to DePaul, Nosak spent two years at Charlotte as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, at Robert Morris University in 2014-15, and also worked at Vanderbilt (2014), Tennessee State (2013-14) and Penn State (2011-13). Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Ryan Nosak Instagram: @rnosak Visit our webiste: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter (insert links) Connect with The Prehab Guys info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.

In this episode Arash and Dr. Cameron discuss concussion in this episode. What is a concussion and the common myths surrounding a concussion, Why should you not return to sport even though symptoms have completely dissipated, and much more on concussion management in this episode. Dr. Cameron Marshall, AKA @Concussion_Doc is a published concussion researcher and the founder of Complete Concussion Management Inc. (CCMI), the largest clinical network of concussion clinics in the world. With over 300 certified clinic locations in five different countries, CCMI provides clinics with the training and tools to develop an effective concussion management program within their clinic. By providing innovative technology, continuous education, and marketing support, CCMI-trained clinicians continue to stay a cut above the rest and provide effective evidence-based treatment to all those impacted by concussions. Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Cameron Marshall Instagram: @Concussion_Doc Learn more about the Neck [P]Rehab Program HERE Visit our webiste: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter (insert links) Connect with The Prehab Guys info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to review and subscribe.

In this episode Mike and Dr. Nima Mehran discuss all things ACL related. We cover what the ACL is, how its most commonly injured, to get surgery or not to get surgery, the pros and cons of different graft options, what early and late rehab looks like, and most importantly ACL injury prevention strategies. Dr. Nima Mehran, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and joint replacements. He earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Southern California, attended the Chicago Medical School and was Chief Resident during his orthopedic surgery residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Mehran has published several scientific papers and has delivered numerous scientific lectures. He has been on the physician team for the USC Trojan Football team, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Sparks, Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Kings, and Anaheim Ducks Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Link to this article: https://theprehabguys.com/what-is-the-acl/ Guest: Dr. Nima Mehran Learn more about the Knee Extension Overhaul [P]Rehab Program HERE Learn more about the Knee [P]Rehab Program HERE Visit our webiste: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram| Facebook| Youtube| Twitter Connect with The Prehab Guys- Info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.

In this episode Jon and Craig discuss what its ultimately like to be a physical therapist working in the NFL. Jon shares his journey regarding how he ended up with the LA Rams, what its like to treat professional athletes, what his job entails, and some of the daily challenges he faces. Jon also sheds light on how working with pro athletes also has it's similarities to traditional physical therapy in your average clinic. Dr. Jon Hernandez is the physical therapist for the NFL Los Angeles Rams. He previously worked for the Buffalo Bills and is a Trojan Alumni where he completed his DPT education and sports residency training. Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Guest-Dr. Jon Hernandez | Instagram: @jhernzzz Visit our webiste: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram| Facebook| Youtube| Twitter Connect with The Prehab Guys- Info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.

In this episode Dr. Alex Weber and Craig discuss what the shoulder labrum exactly is, common injuries and how they occur, labrum surgery and rehab, and it's relationship with the biceps long head tendon. All of this is covered in addition to a few live questions from Instagram that were answered related to the topic. Dr. Alex Weber is an orthopedic surgeon & sports medicine specialist. Dr. Weber practices in Los Angeles, CA and serves as a team physician for the USC Trojans. Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Dr. Alex Weber Learn more about the Shoulder [P]Rehab Program HERE Visit our webiste: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram| Facebook| Youtube| Twitter Connect with The Prehab Guys: info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.

Dr. Nima Mehran, an orthopedic surgeon, discusses meniscus injuries including function, types of injuries, when to repair/remove, and rehab. They cover surgery necessity, post-op care, rehab programs, and joint health preservation for optimal recovery.

In this episode Dr. Okoroha and Arash Discuss Hip Pain, FAI Syndrome, Conservative and Invasive interventions, in addition to answer a few live questions from Instagram. Dr. Okoroha is an Orthopedic surgical fellow at rush university where he provides high level sports medicine care to his patients and athletes including the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Whitesox. Enjoy! -The Prehab Guys Guest: Dr. Kelechi Okoroha Learn more about the Hip [P]Rehab Program HERE Visit our website Follow us on: Instagram| Facebook| Youtube| Twitter Connect with The Prehab Guys: info@theprehabguys.com Leave feedback, let us know what to talk about next. Did you enjoy this? Don't forget to review and subscribe.