In this episode, Mitch explores the potential benefits of yoga for our patients. We delve into the symbiotic relationship between the breathing techniques employed in yoga and the transformation of our mindset regarding movement and positions that may exacerbate discomfort. Mitch also shares insights into the latest research on the connection between yoga and pain.Mitch Hunter is a clinical educator, senior physiotherapist and lecturer at Griffith University. He additionally is a meditation teacher working with persistent pain, chronic health, and palliative care patents. Mitch can be found at: https://www.hunterhealing.com and @_mitchhunter. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is Michael Rizk (@thatphysioguy)References to papers discussed: 1. Bower, J. E., & Irwin, M. R. (2016). Mind–body therapies and control of inflammatory biology: A descriptive review. Brain, behavior, and immunity, 51, 1-11 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S08891591150016582. Buric, I., Farias, M., Jong, J., Mee, C., & Brazil, I. A. (2017). What is the molecular signature of mind–body interventions? A systematic review of gene expression changes induced by meditation and related practices. Frontiers in Immunology, 8, 670 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2017.00670/full?fbclid=IwAR3UziUstPADj5tnIc46ctLJ4K_Uo8Kj6eMDxiWUyatIG3gHihoN7kypBH3. Cherkin, D. C., & Herman, P. M. (2018). Cognitive and mind-body therapies for chronic low back pain and neck pain: effectiveness and value. JAMA internal medicine, 178(4), 556-557 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/26733714. Villemure, C., Čeko, M., Cotton, V. A., & Bushnell, M. C. (2014). Insular cortex mediates increased pain tolerance in yoga practitioners. Cerebral cortex, 24(10), 2732-2740 https://academic.oup.com/cercor/article/24/10/2732/307000?login=true5. Rivest-Gadbois, E., & Boudrias, M. H. (2019). What are the known effects of yoga on the brain in relation to motor performances, body awareness and pain? A narrative review. Complementary therapies in Medicine, 44, 129-142 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S09652299183082886. Sterling, M., Smeets, R., Keijzers, G., Warren, J., & Kenardy, J. (2019). Physiotherapist-delivered stress inoculation training integrated with exercise versus physiotherapy exercise alone for acute whiplash-associated disorder (StressModex): a randomised controlled trial of a combined psychological/physical intervention. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 53(19), 1240-1247 https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/53/19/1240.abstract

Exploring the complexities of treating chronic pain, Dave Renfrew shares communication strategies and analogies to assist patients. Emphasis on individualized care, assessment frameworks, and graded exposure for pain management.

In this episode with Adam Johnson we discuss the different biomechanical demands of the anterior thigh muscles in a task such as running or kicking, and how this can result in them needing specific rehabilitation. He also guides us through the muscle groups that should be incorporated into a rehab program for an anterior thigh injury to help prevent re-injury.Want to learn more about anterior thigh injuries? Adam recently did an awesome Masterclass with us called “Anterior thigh injuries: assessment to rehab” where he goes into further depth on assessment and rehabilitation of anterior thigh injuries. 👉🏻 You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: physio.network/masterclass-johnsonAdam Johnson is a Physiotherapist with more than 12 years experience of working within elite football clubs. He is currently a First Team Physiotherapist at Everton Football Club within the English Premier League.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 

Learn how to interpret research papers effectively with Dr Steve Kamper, including tips on finding the real question, understanding impact size, and looking beyond black and white conclusions. Explore the value of reading journal articles, trends in clinician engagement with research, and the importance of a clear research question. Emphasizing the practical implications of treatment effects for clinicians and the need to consider costs, risks, and patient preferences.

In this episode with Ben, we discuss the role of nutrition in the management of Osteoarthritis. We cover how and why weight loss can be an effective treatment strategy and how we can implement this appropriately in our Physiotherapy treatment sessions. Finally, we cover the role of essential nutrients and different supplementation in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Want to learn more about nutrition in Physiotherapy? Ben recently did a very insightful Masterclass with us called Nutrition 101 for Physiotherapists where he goes into further depth on nutrition in Physiotherapy. 👉🏻 You can watch his whole class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-steele-turnerBen Steele-Turner is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist based in the United Kingdom. Ben completed his Human Nutrition MSc in 2018 and has a particular interest surrounding the interplay between nutrition and musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio

Luke Murray, a physical therapist specializing in treating patellofemoral pain, shares 5 valuable tips for managing this condition in a podcast. Topics include the significance of exercise beyond biomechanics, exploring the link between pain and weakness in knee problems, debunking myths about VMO activation, and discussing the psychological aspect of pain in treatment strategies.

In this Episode with Dr Ian Gatt, we discuss a paper that he recently did a research review on covering wrist pain in adolescents. We cover the protocol that they used in the paper, potential limitations and how the outcomes should affect our Physiotherapy practice. 👉🏻  See Ian’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-gattIan is the Head of Performance & Lead Physiotherapist for GB Boxing, with 20+ years of experience in a variety of sports. He is an Upper Limb Injury Specialist with the English Institute of Sport, with a keen interest in Hands & Wrists.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio

In this episode Dr Sandy Hilton shares with us how we can approach pelvic pain in a more healthy manner as young clinicians. Including how we can help people without internal assessments and even without internal treatments. She describes it as a spectrum of information gathering.👉🏻 See Sandy’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-hiltonSandy graduated from Pacific University (Oregon) in 1988 with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Des Moines University in December 2013. She has worked in multiple settings across the US with a neurologic and orthopedic emphasis including a focus in pelvic rehabilitation for pain and dysfunction.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is Michael Rizk (@ThatPhysioGuy)

In this episode with Dr Chris Bleakley, we discuss his Research Review of a recent article looking at the Ottawa Ankle Rules. We discuss the components of the Ottawa Ankle Rules and how they can be used in your clinical practice to help guide your treatments. We also discuss the clinical accuracy of the Ottawa ankle rules and what the findings of this systematic review were. 👉 See Chris’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-bleakleyDr Chris Bleakley is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Senior Lecturer in the Ulster University. He is a leading academic physiotherapist and has published extensively in the field of ankle injuries. Chris enjoys teaching research methods to health science students, and he continues his clinical work at the RE:Play Physiotherapy Clinic in Belfast, Northern IrelandIf you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network

In this episode with Dr Julia Treleaven, we cover what to look for in the subjective assessment to distinguish where someone's head and neck symptoms may be coming from. She covered what muscles may be giving us clues and what tests can be helpful. Julia then went into how different sensorimotor control exercises can be helpful as both assessments and treatments.This episode is closely tied to Julia’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster. 👉  Watch Julia’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-treleavenDr Julia Treleaven is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Queensland. She has been researching whiplash and neck pain since 2000 and in 2004 completed her PhD focusing on the necks influence on sensorimotor control. She has continued her research in this area in idiopathic neck pain, headache, the elderly and post concussion. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is Michael Rizk (@ThatPhysioGuy)