The Prehab Podcast

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Coach Adam Rogers from Training Think Tank to discuss the 2021 CrossFit Open and what athletes should be taking away from it! Specifically, we look to answer; what's the risk vs benefit of competing in the CrossFit Open? What were the themes of the 2021 open tests? How can athletes reflect to determine limiting factors from the open? Lastly, how can we address our limiting factors in the offseason to better prepare for next year's open? All of this and more answered on this episode!      Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Adam Rogers: Adam Rogers started working for Training Think Tank in 2014. Born in 1982, Adam was a Division III collegiate soccer player and competed in a few triathlons and road races before finding CrossFit. Adam and his wife Becky started their coaching careers when they opened their own Crossfit gym. Adam’s clients include elite CrossFit competitors, national-level weightlifters, professional MMA fighters, active-duty military personnel, high school, and college athletes, shift workers, and general health and wellness clients whose main focus is improving the quality of their daily life. Adam, his wife, and 2 boys work and play hard together, inspiring us all to appreciate what it means to be a “healthy family.”   Read Shoulder Injury Prevention Program For The Overhead Athlete Watch How To Assess and Improve Overhead Shoulder Mobility Learn More About [P]Rehab Mobility Programs Learn More About Overhead Stability For Fitness Athletes [P]Rehab Program Connect with Team [P]Rehab: Submit Questions/Topics info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon discusses the power of our thoughts. We look to answer; How do our thoughts play a role in outcomes? Are placebos a bad thing? Can positive self-talk improve performance? What strategies can we implement to improve positive self-talk? All of this and more answered on this episode!    Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Dillon Caswell, PT, DPT, SCS Read You Are Not Your MRI - MRI's for Lower Back Pain Watch Knee Valgus is Bad: Fact or Myth For Predicting ACL Injuries? Learn More About The Knee [P]Rehab Program Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon and Craig discuss one of the most enjoyable and frustrating sports to play, golf. There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding the game of golf and we pick Craig's brain to see if these are true or false!  We look to answer; Do you have to be fit to golf? How much physical exertion happens in a round of golf? Can golf increase longevity? We also discuss Craig's warm-up routine before swinging the club, common golf-related injuries, and if they can be prevented, along with how strength and conditioning programs to improve golf fitness can be implemented!    Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Craig Lindell, PT, DPT, CSCS Read The Best Exercises For Golfers Watch Fix Your Backswing With These Exercises Learn More About The Golf [P]Rehab Program Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Dr. Jason Tuori to discuss the best practice in selecting running shoes. We look to answer; Do they need to be specifically fit to your foot type? Should we be running in minimalist shoes or barefoot running? Can shoes decrease the risk of running-related injury? Should we be using different shoe types for different distances?  Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Jason Tuori, PT, DPT, CSCS: Jason Tuori is a sports physical therapy resident at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, NY. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy at SUNY Upstate Medical University in 2017 and practiced for three years in an outpatient/sports setting in Ithaca, NY. Clinically, Jason’s interests are in the management of knee, ankle, and running-related injuries. He is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and USA Weightlifting certified coach and previously worked as a strength coach in the high school setting. Jason is a USA Track & Field certified running coach and works with runners of all abilities through the spectrum of rehab to performance training. In his free time, he enjoys running, hiking, and weightlifting. E-mail: JasonTuoriPT@gmail.com Instagram: @jasontuori.dpt LinkedIn:@jasontuoriPT Link To Blog: How To Movement Read The Best Prehab Exercises For Running Injuries Read How To Get Back To Running After An Injury Read How To Change Running Form Safely Watch The 5 Most Important Exercises For Runners Watch Secrets To Run Faster Learn More About [P]Rehab Running Program Connect with Team [P]Rehab: Submit Questions/Topics info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon, Sherif, and special guest MLB All-Star Ellis Burks look to answer; what qualities allow you to achieve a particular goal? What role do community and team play in overcoming adversity? Which qualities allowed Ellis to come back to professional baseball after multiple injuries and surgeries? What routines or habits allow professional baseball players to stay injury-free? All of this and more answered in this episode!       Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Ellis Burks: Ellis Burks was selected 20th overall in the 1983 MLB draft and made his debut in 1987 at 22 years of age as the Boston Red Sox centerfielder. In 1987 his batting line exceeded all expectations; 20 home runs; 27 stolen bases to accompany 59 runs batted in and a .272 batting average. He became only the third Red Sox player to total 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in the same season. He had 15 outfield assists, which as of 2017 remained the most in a season for a Red Sox center fielder. He became the 25th major leaguer to hit two home runs in one inning. He received a Silver Slugger and Gold Glove award for his performance in the 1990 season. He has played for the White sox, Rockies, Giants, and Indians, and then returned back to the Red Sox in 2004, where he was able to play his 2,000th major league game and help the Red Sox break the curse by winning their first title since 1918. In his playing career, he faced multiple injuries but continually found ways to come back and reach optimal performance!    Read How To Improve Recovery Watch 6 Best Lower Back Exercises Learn More About [P]Rehab Programs Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Dr. David Meyer discussing every related to rehabbing and [P]rehabbing the mind! We look to answer why a social stigma surrounds mental health and how to shift perspective and find your identity in the initial injury phases. What role does mindset play in rehab, strength and conditioning, and overall performance? Dave also discusses tips and strategies to decrease fear of the unknown and how to develop GRIT. Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. David Meyer, PT, DPT, CSCS After serving the St. Louis Cardinals as their Medical and Rehabilitation Coordinator, Dr. David Meyer PT, DPT wrote “Injured to Elite: A Guide to Empowering Yourself to Transform Your Life After Injury”, to empower the world with a newfound mental approach to physical rehab. As a Sports Performance-oriented Physical Therapist, he graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University. After completing an advanced sports residency training program at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, he served as the Medical and Rehabilitation Coordinator for the St. Louis Cardinals for three years from 2015 through the 2017 season. This was a dream of his that came to fruition after playing baseball throughout his entire life into the collegiate level. During his time working for the Cardinals, he discovered a new appreciation for the psychological implications of sports rehabilitation after seeing the profound impact it had on players and began developing a comprehensive approach to integrating mental skills and strategies into the physical rehabilitation process. While now serving as an advocate for athletes going through adversity and working towards advanced credentials with the Association of Applied Sports Psychology, as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, his mission has become to “Empower those facing physical challenges to transform their lives through an optimal state of body, mind, and spirit.” Currently, he resides in New York with his soon-to-be wife. David has now created a community of developing sports professionals and athletes that all identify with being an underdog, in order to change the future of sports performance and healthcare.   Link to David's Podcast: The Injured To Elite Podcast Free section to audiobook at http://www.injuredtoelite.com/listen Link to Book: Injured to Elite: A Guide To Empowering Yourself to Transform Your Life After Injury Facebook: @David Meyer Instagram: @davemmeyer LinkedIn: Dr. David Meyer   Read How To Improve Recovery Strategies Read About Motor Imagery In Rehabilitation Learn About [P]Rehab Programs Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon and Taryn discuss the topic of dead butt syndrome or gluteal amnesia, answering the question do the glutes forget how to activate? The glutes are one of the strongest muscles we have in the human body, where did the idea of them turning off come from? What is the role of the glutes? What are the best exercises for glute gains or booty gains? All of this and more answered in this episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Taryn Everett, PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L1, CNC Read: How To Turn On Your Glutes - Fact Or Fiction? Read: The Best Exercises For The Glute Med Learn More About The Hip [P]Rehab Programs Watch The 3 Best Glute Med Exercises Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon and Sherif discuss the important differences in both diagnosing and treating high ankle sprains vs the common lateral ankle sprains! Along with discussing the differences in these two injuries, they answer the questions; Are X-rays or MRI's needed? How long does it take to return to sport after a high ankle sprain? Are ankle braces or ankle taping effective in reducing the risk of injury? Lastly, they discuss clinical pearls they have found in their practice to successfully treat ankle sprains and get athletes back to playing.    Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Sherif Elnaggar, PT, DPT, OCS Read Article: How To Rehab A High Ankle Sprain Read Article: Do I Need An X-Ray After An Ankle Sprain? Read Article: Staying Strong After Surgery/Immobilization Watch YouTube Video: How To Rehab A Lateral Ankle Sprain Learn More About The [P]Rehab Ankle Sprain Program  Learn More About The [P]Rehab Ankle Dorsiflexion Overhaul Program Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Dr. Joe Tatta to discuss the topic of acceptance and commitment therapy from his new book Radical Relief: A Guide to Overcome Chronic Pain. The episode dives into the importance of identifying your values, psychological flexibility, mindfulness or present moment awareness, putting life before pain vs pain before life, and the role of self-forgiveness to treat chronic pain.  Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. Joe Tatta, PT, DPT, CNS   Dr. Joe Tatta is a global leader in integrative pain care and an advocate for the safe and effective treatment of chronic pain. He is the Founder of the Integrative Pain Science Institute, a cutting-edge health company reinventing pain care through evidence-based treatment, research, and professional development. For 25 years he has supported people living with pain and helped practitioners deliver more effective pain management. His research and career achievements include scalable practice models centered on lifestyle medicine, health behavior change, and digital therapeutics. He is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy trainer. Dr. Tatta is the author of two bestselling books Radical Relief and Heal Your Pain Now and host of The Healing Pain Podcast. Learn more by visiting https://www.integrativepainscienceinstitute.com/   Link to Radical Relief Book: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Relief-Mindfulness-Acceptance-Commitment/dp/1942798229   Free ACT Masterclass: https://www.integrativepainscienceinstitute.com/act-for-chronic-pain-masterclass/   Facebook: @DrJoeTatta Twitter: @DrJoeTatta Instagram: @DrJoeTatta LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-tatta-pt-dpt-cns-60564047   Read About Chronic Pain Treatment Strategies Learn About [P]Rehab Programs Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!  

In this episode, Dillon and Craig sit down with special guest Eric Cressey to discuss strategies to develop rotational speed in athletes such as golfers, baseball, softball, and hockey players. They look to answer; what are the building blocks or fundamentals required to train rotational power? What are some training methods to build rotational speed and swing speed? What role do age and technology play in a rotational power development program? How can we incorporate medicine ball throws into a training program!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Eric Cressey Eric is president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance (CSP), with facilities located in Hudson, MA and Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and received his Master’s Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science through the University of Connecticut. He is known for his extensive work with baseball players, CSP works with all 30 MLB and has helped develop many athletes into pro players. Last year he also joined the New York Yankees organization as Director of Player Health and Performance.  He has authored over 500 published articles, five books and co-created four DVD sets that have been sold in over 60 countries around the world. His work has been featured in national publications such as Men's Health, Men's Fitness, ESPN, T-Muscle, Yahoo Sports, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Baseball America, The Worcester Telegram, Perform Better, Oxygen, Experience Life, Triathlete Magazine, Collegiate Baseball, Active.com, The Metrowest Daily News, Parents and Kids, and EliteFTS. Eric also teaches multiple courses and presents at major conferences such as the perform better summit.   Connect on IG: @ericcressey Connect on FB: Eric Cressey Connect on Twitter: @EricCressey Read About Advance Groin Training For Rotational Athletes  Learn About [P]Rehab Programs Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com     [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!