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When is your patient's shoulder pain from their neck? Are you missing a cervical spine component in your shoulder patients? After a day in clinic reviewing patients with years of unresolved shoulder pain, Shoulder Specialist Physiotherapist Jo Gibson breaks down the five most common mistakes clinicians make when ruling in — or out — the neck. In this podcast, Jo covers: Why you don't need neck pain to have neck-driven shoulder pain (and which pain locations are most pathognomonic) Why referred symptoms below the elbow don't automatically point to the cervical spine Why active range of movement alone is not enough to clear the neck What palpation findings are actually sufficient — and why you don't need to reproduce peripheral symptoms Why using neck movements to modify shoulder symptoms can be misleading Whether you're seeing patients with posterior-lateral shoulder pain, scapular pain, or symptoms that just aren't responding to local shoulder rehab, Jo shares a practical framework for refining your clinical reasoning and avoiding these common assessment pitfalls. Key takeaway: Up to 40% of patients with shoulder problems lasting six months or longer have some degree of cervical spine involvement. The subjective examination is doing 80% of the work — Jo explains exactly what to listen for. Free 7-day Shoulder assessment bootcamp Join the free 7-day Shoulder assessment bootcamp with Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge Click on an image below to access these free resources from Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript associated with this podcast. Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: <a href= "https://www.clini

Should you prescribe isometric or isotonic exercises for your patient's lower limb tendinopathy? When is it safe to add plyometric loading, and how do you progress running or jumping without flaring your patients tendon pain? Why do some "tricky tendons" refuse to respond to your best loading programs? Dr Ebonie Rio (Post-Doctoral Senior Research Fellow, La Trobe University) reveals the evidence-based answers as she guides you through the clinical reasoning and practical strategies for managing patellar, achilles, and other lower limb tendinopathies. In this conversation, you'll follow clinical examples and unpack the latest research to help you feel confident with tendinopathy assessment and treatment. Inside this podcast you'll explore: Tendon pathology explained: What's happening inside tendinopathic tendons, how to explain tendinopathy and ultrasound scan results to patients The role of isometrics: Whether isometrics actually change tendon structure, when to use isometrics to improve pain, optimal dosage, and whether isometrics are all your tendinopathy patients need Safe loading from day one: When are both isometrics AND isotonics safe to start immediately, and how to choose isometric positions and loads. The 24-hour emoji rule: How to teach patients to monitor their response after running or loading using the emoji system What NOT to do: Exercises, manual therapy and supplements that won't help tendon pain and may stir it up Differential diagnosis mastery: How to distinguish patellar tendinopathy from patellofemoral pain, mid-portion achilles tendinopathy from peritendinitis, and when you've got the diagnosis wrong Stairs as a progression exercise: The quasi-isometric stair protocol that works for everyone from sedentary patients to elite sprinters—and how to use tempo to control tendon load Criteria-based progressions: Moving beyond time-based rehab to functional milestones When loading programs fail: What to do when your patient is worse with your exercises You'll walk away with: Clear clinical reasoning to differentiate true tendinopathy from other conditions Practical loading frameworks that progress your isometrics, isotonics and plyometrics based on patient response Patient education scripts that use imaging findings to build confidence rather than fear Simple monitoring tools (the emoji system) to empower patients to self-manage their load progression Dr Ebonie Rio is a post doc researcher at La Trobe University and has completed her PhD in tendon pain, Masters Sports Phys, B. Phys (Hons) and B. App Sci. Her clinical career has included the Australian Institute of Sport, Australian Ballet Company, Australian Ballet School, Melbourne Heart Football Club, Alphington Sports Medicine Centre, Victorian Institute of Sport, 2006 Commonwealth Gam

Have any of your shoulder patients improved and then plateaued, unable to regain their full range of movement, or get rid of their painful arc? Sometimes it's not the cuff, capsule, nerves or neck—it's the acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) holding things back. In this episode, Jo Gibson sheds light on this often-overlooked contributor to persistent shoulder pain. From real patient case studies to the latest research and simple clinic-ready symptom modification tests, Jo shares practical strategies you can use immediately. Learn how to identify ACJ involvement, and use targeted rehab exercises, symptom modification and treatment strategies to help patients break through their plateau and regain their confidence and range. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:59 - Case study: Patient with shoulder pain 03:29 - Recent research around the ACJ 06:37 - Psychosocial or biomedical factors influencing the ACJ and shoulder pain 06:53 - Role of the ACJ 07:06 - Pain and movement patterns indicating ACJ involvement 08:34 - Protective movement strategies that may affect the ACJ 09:18 - Symptom modification tests 10:08 - Exercises for the ACJ 12:43 - Manual therapy for a stiff ACJ? 15:40 - Summary: When to look at the ACJ Join the free 7-day Shoulder assessment bootcamp with Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge Click on an image below to access these free resources from Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript associated with this podcast. Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode:

Anterior hip pain is often blamed on the hip flexors, but in runners, that's rarely the diagnosis. So how can you identify the real cause and guide patients to a safe, effective recovery? In this episode, Tom Goom (Running Physio) explores the function of the hip flexors in running, key differentials for anterior hip or groin pain, and practical rehab strategies you can use right away. You'll discover: Why true hip flexor tendinopathy is uncommon in endurance runners Red flags and key tests to identify bone stress fractures and intra‑articular pathology Early‑stage loading strategies that protect the tendon from aggravation The role of the adductors, trunk, and synergistic muscles in successful rehab Common myths and misconceptions around hip flexors How to progress rehab to sport‑specific drills and return to running If you're a physiotherapist or health professional treating runners, this episode gives you research‑backed, clinically reasoned strategies to assess and manage hip flexor pain with confidence. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 03:35 - Hip flexor function 06:56 - Tip 1 - Is it a hip flexor tendinopathy? 09:48 - Tip 2 - Rehab of hip flexors 11:35 - Tip 3 - Other muscle groups to include in rehab 13:08 - Common misconceptions 13:37 - 1. Pronation 14:49 - 2. Firing order 16:13 - 3. Weak transversus abdominis 17:12 - 4. Rib alignment and breathing patterns 🔗 Free Webinar Alert! Don't miss out on our free webinars for therapists on shin pain and Achilles tendinopathy in runners. Check the link in the description for more information. Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs. Get free access to the "Tricky tendons" infographic series Unlock the secrets of successful tendinopathy assessment and treatment with this free infographic series for therapists. Article associated with

Your patient presents with shoulder pain, and straight away you need to identify: Is it rotator cuff related shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, instability, or something else entirely? Is it rotator cuff related shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, instability, or something else entirely? Is the pain actually coming from the shoulder? Could it be the cervical spine? Is there a tear that needs urgent referral? Should you order imaging? Refer to a surgeon? Or confidently continue with rehab? In this podcast, Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio) guides you through a simple, evidence-informed clinical reasoning framework to help you confidently assess and treat patients with shoulder pain. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and the latest research, Jo breaks down four essential questions you need to ask in every shoulder assessment—helping you identify red flags, tailor your treatment plan, and avoid common diagnostic pitfalls. In this episode, you'll discover: How to distinguish shoulder pain from cervical spine referral Key subjective clues that guide your diagnosis and treatment decisions Whether it's "torn"—and how to know if a surgical referral is appropriate Clinical signs that help differentiate frozen shoulder from other causes of stiffness Why pain irritability matters—and how it impacts your rehab approach When to use (and when to avoid) imaging How to identify instability and assess the likelihood of recurrence What assessment tests to perform in your objective examination The real value—and limitations—of special tests like the Hawkins-Kennedy, drop arm, Hornblower's, and more. How to modify testing to better isolate rotator cuff contributions Why symptom modification tests are useful—and what they tell you How to help your patient overcome fear, regain confidence, and move again What research says about exercise prescription, and how many exercises you should give patients Listen in to strengthen your clinical reasoning and give your shoulder assessments a clear structure that helps you feel more confident—and gets better outcomes for your patients. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 03:12 - Subjective clues that guide diagnosis 04:33 - What to call shoulder pain? RCRSP or SAP? 06:04 - 4 key questions to ask 06:29 - Cervical spine driven shoulder pain 10:03 - Is it torn and does it matter? 11:29 - Traumatic dislocations 12:37 - Special tests in the "Is it torn" group 15:56 - Is it stiff? 17:36 - Is it irritable? 20:38 - Can I change it? 23:05 - Summary Click on an image below to access these free resources from Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge <a href="https://resources.clinicale

Your patient is running, playing sport, or jumping or lunging forward - an activity with fast eccentric or concentric activity in dorsiflexion,and suddenly they feel like they've been kicked in the back of the leg. They might hear a snap and have difficulty weightbearing, walking and pushing off. What's your likely diagnosis? You picked it - an Achilles tendon (AT) rupture. AT ruptures are a devastating injury that can drastically impact a patient's ability to walk, run, or return to sport. Despite their frequency, there's a lot of uncertainty among clinicians, patients, and even surgeons around how to best assess, treat, and rehabilitate Achilles tendon ruptures. Patients are often fearful of doing the wrong thing and re-rupturing the tendon. Therapists often follow a non-surgical protocol of putting people in a boot, but are unsure how to progress, how fast to progress and what to do during and after they're in the boot. An even bigger problem than AT re-rupture is the very common issue of an elongated tendon where patients have long-term difficulty with calf weakness and inefficiency, walking long distances, hopping, jumping, and returning to sport. In this podcast, David Pope (APA Titled Musculoskeletal and Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist) is joined by Prof. Peter Malliaras (Specialist Physiotherapist FACP, clinician and researcher with a PhD in tendinopathy) to explore the latest evidence, clinical insights, and rehab strategies for Achilles tendon ruptures. Peter draws on his extensive clinical experience, recent research, and the development of a specialist Achilles rupture service at OrthoSport Victoria to help guide your decision-making and treatment approach. In this podcast, you'll discover: The mechanism of injury and clinical presentation of Achilles tendon ruptures. Key diagnostic tests and how to avoid missed or delayed diagnoses. Common pitfalls that lead to tendon elongation—and how to prevent them. When to recommend surgical vs non-surgical management. A new, innovative approach to strengthening the Achilles tendon while the patient is in the boot. How to safely begin loading the Achilles in the early phase of rehab. Strategies to protect against tendon elongation during and after boot use. Whether we should be stretching or trying to improve dorsiflexion. Objective strength criteria to guide progression through rehab stages. Return-to-walking and return-to-sport timeframes—and how to individualise them. What to do when patients present late or have already developed elongation. Complications to watch for post-injury or post-surgery. How to help patients navigate the psychological and motivational challenges of recovery. Listen to this episode to gain clarity on Achilles tendon rupture assessment and rehab,

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a popular grappling-based martial art that uses joint locks and chokes to subdue or submit opponents. It's an intense, physically demanding sport with complex movements and submission techniques that involve a risk of injury, particularly to the knees, shoulders, elbows, neck, and lower back. It's important for Physiotherapists and health professionals who treat BJJ athletes to understand the different mechanisms of injury, movements and positions athletes need to be able to perform, so they can develop successful rehabilitation programs, and safely and successfully return athletes to training. In this podcast, David Pope (APA Titled Musculoskeletal and Sports and Exercise Physio) explores BJJ injuries with Dr. Lachlan Giles—a BJJ black belt and world-class BJJ competitor, including 1st Place IBJJF Pan-Pacific Championship 2016 & 2017, 3rd place ADCC 2019 Open weight division and many more accomplishments. Lachlan is also a BJJ coach to top level competitors, including Levi Jones-Leary, Craig Jones before he moved to DDS, and a Physiotherapist with a PhD in knee pain and rehab. Lachlan shares his extensive experience treating and managing BJJ injuries, drawing from the research, as well as his clinical knowledge and personal experience as an elite grappler and BJJ coach. In this podcast, we discuss: The challenges physiotherapists face when treating BJJ athletes and how to adapt rehab programs for them. Common areas injured in BJJ. What commonly causes knee injuries, including LCL and ACL sprains, in BJJ. Different positions athletes need to get into in BJJ, why it's important to understand these positions, and how you can use this to guide your rehab and return to sport. Strength vs flexibility vs conditioning? Which factors are critical in injury recovery, prevention and performance? Practical strategies for modifying training and load to allow injured athletes to continue training safely. The role of neck strengthening in protecting against neck injuries from chokes and takedowns. How to structure a safe return-to-play progression for knee, back, and rib injuries. Key factors that impact athlete recovery. When athletes can continue training, when and how to modify training and when to recommend complete rest. The impact of training style, intensity, and mindset on injury risk and longevity in the sport. How older athletes can adjust their game to have fewer injuries while continuing to train and compete. Listen to this podcast now to have a better understanding of BJJ injuries, rehabilitation, and strategies to help athletes successfully get back to or continue training and competing in BJJ. <a href="https://overcast.fm

Static stretching has long been used to improve flexibility, but research shows its effects are often short-lived. So how can you help patients achieve lasting improvements? In this episode, Tom Goom (Running Physio) explores exercises you can provide to patients to increase muscle fascicle length, improve flexibility, and reduce injury risk. You'll discover: Why static stretching alone may not create long-term flexibility gains Exercises to improve muscle length and function Key training parameters for effective flexibility training Strategies to maintain flexibility improvements over time If you're a physiotherapist or health professional looking for research-backed flexibility strategies, this episode is packed with practical insights! 🔗 Free Webinar Alert! Don't miss out on our free webinars for therapists on shin pain and Achilles tendinopathy in runners. Check the link in the description for more information. Free running injury assessment 60:102556. Links associated with this episode: Free Achilles tendinopathy videos Discover the simple secrets to successfully treat tendon pain in this free three part video series with Tom Goom <li

How do the terms we use influence a patient's understanding of their shoulder pain, their recovery expectations, and even their treatment choices? In this episode of the Physio Edge Shoulder Success Podcast, Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio), explores the power of language in physiotherapy and how our explanations can either support or hinder a patient's progress. Drawing on research and real-world clinical experience, Jo discusses a compelling case study: Persistent shoulder pain after multiple treatments – A patient with years of ongoing pain, failed surgeries, and various diagnoses struggles to make sense of their condition. Despite normal imaging, they avoid activity and seek repeated treatments, caught in a cycle of fear and uncertainty. Jo unpacks key questions around patient communication: How do diagnostic labels like "impingement" or "rotator cuff tear" shape patient beliefs? Why do patients often focus on the most negative aspects of their diagnosis? How can we explain shoulder pain in a way that reassures rather than reinforces fear? You'll also gain practical strategies to: Explore what patients understand about their diagnosis and how it influences their behavior. Use language that encourages confidence and movement rather than avoidance. Identify non-verbal cues that indicate uncertainty or distress in your patients. With evidence-based insights and actionable communication tips, this episode will help you refine your patient interactions and improve rehabilitation outcomes. Listen now to discover how small changes in your language can make a big impact on your patients' recovery. Click on an image below to access these free resources from Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript associated with this podcast. Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at <a href= "https://www.clinicaled

Bone strength and density are vital in your running and sporting patients who can experience bone stress injuries (BSI's), and also as patients get older and more vulnerable to falls and fractures. How can you improve bone strength in patients following a bone stress injury such as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome or stress fractures, or in other patients that you'd like to improve bone density or strength? Traditional approaches to strength and conditioning may not always address the needs of your patients recovering from bone stress injuries. That's where bone loading programs come in—a targeted strategy to help prepare bones for impact, improve power, and support a return to sport. In this episode, Tom Goom (Running Physio) dives into the research and how to use a bone loading program to stimulate bone adaptation. In this podcast, you'll discover: The theory and evidence behind bone loading programs and how bones respond to impact. How to identify the right stage of injury recovery for introducing impact training. Practical guidelines for implementing short, progressive bone loading exercises. Techniques for progressing exercises based on patient goals and symptoms. Strategies to improve bone strength in patients experiencing other musculoskeletal issues such as Achilles tendinopathy. Real-world applications and demonstrations of bone loading programs. Tom also shares insights on identifying readiness for impact exercises, managing patient expectations, and adjusting programs for individual needs. You'll leave this episode equipped with actionable strategies to help patients safely and effectively return to sport while supporting their bone health. If you're a clinician or physiotherapist looking for practical solutions to manage bone stress injuries or improve bone density, this podcast is packed with valuable information you can apply in your practice right away. 🔗 Free Webinar Alert! Don't miss out on our free webinars for therapists on shin pain and Achilles tendinopathy in runners. Check the link in the description for more information. Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs. <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/physioedge/id454714085?mt=2&uo=4&at=11lPIR

Taping: does it really help patients with shoulder pain, or is it just a brightly coloured placebo? In this thought-provoking episode of the Physio Edge Shoulder Success Podcast, Jo Gibson, upper limb rehab specialist at Rehab for Performance, unpacks the complexities of taping in shoulder rehabilitation. Drawing from the latest evidence and her extensive experience with shoulder pain, Jo shares two compelling case studies and whether taping was useful in the treatment of: Volleyball player post-stabilisation surgery – Despite passing all return-to-play criteria, this patient struggled with fear of re-injury in specific positions. C/Sp referred shoulder pain – Severe neck and shoulder pain with difficulty sleeping left this patient guarding every movement. Learn whether taping played a role in this patient's rehab. Jo examines the evidence behind taping, addressing key questions: Does tape improve biomechanics, or are the effects purely psychological? How do sensory input and contextual factors influence patient outcomes? Can taping be a useful temporary tool, or is it overrated? You'll also gain insights into: The importance of clinical reasoning when choosing adjuncts like taping. How to manage patient beliefs and expectations around interventions. Practical applications of taping to improve confidence and support movement strategies. With a blend of evidence, clinical expertise, and practical examples, this episode offers a balanced view on the role of taping in physiotherapy. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or early in your career, you'll come away with fresh perspectives on using taping effectively in your practice. 🎧 Tune in now to discover when, why, and how to use taping to support your patients' shoulder rehab success! Click on an image below to access these free resources from Jo Gibson and Clinical Edge The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript associated with this podcast. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at <a href= "https

Join hosts David Pope and The Hip Physio - Mehmet Gem as they dive deep into the myths and misconceptions surrounding hip and groin pain. This podcast explores common myths about glutes and hip flexors, effective rehab exercises, and how to accurately assess and treat various hip conditions. Get free access to the "Tricky tendons" infographic series Unlock the secrets of successful tendinopathy assessment and treatment with this free infographic series for therapists. Links Improve your musculoskeletal and sports injury assessment & treatment results with a free trial Clinical Edge membership LEAP Trial Click here to register and receive immediate access to the Tricky tendons infographic series Free Achilles tendinopathy video series with Tom Goom David Pope at Clinical Edge Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast in Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Mehmet Gem David Pope on Twitter David Pope & why I started Clinical Edge Review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge Chapter markes: 00:00 Intro 00:27 Getting to know Mehmet 03:11 Glute myths and misconceptions - Can patients have "gluteal amnesia" or "switched off glutes"? 08:54 When and how to test & improve glute strength 12:58 Functional glute testing <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"

Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Jo Gibson explores an intriguing case of an 84-year-old man with a massive rotator cuff tear of the supraspinatus and partial subscapularis tear. Despite his long history of shoulder issues, he's improving, but constant pain and intermittent numbness in his posterior arm and into his hand complicate the situation. In this podcast, you'll explore: What a massive rotator cuff tear (MRCT) is Common pain patterns with rotator cuff tears Why the Suprascapular nerve can be affected in MRCT's How to set realistic expectations with patients about their recovery Common causes of pain into the posterior arm, wrist and hand How to differentially diagnose shoulder, arm and hand pain Assessment tests to identify and exclude cervical involvement When nerve conduction tests or EMG should be performed Rehabilitation ideas for this patient Listen to this podcast now to improve your rehabilitation of shoulder & arm pain and rotator cuff tears. Free shoulder assessment infographic series Click here to access the free shoulder infographic series and learn how to easily assess shoulder pain patients with this simple 6-step shoulder assessment from Jo Gibson The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript and research articles referenced in this podcast. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Free video series "Frozen shoulder assessment & treatment" with Jo Gibson Improve your frozen shoulder assessment and treatment now with Jo Gibson's free video series at clinicaledge.co/shoulder Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports inj

ACL injuries result in significant time away from sport and distress for patients. The variety of management options, from surgical intervention to non-surgical management and rehabilitation protocols, often makes us uncertain when educating and helping patients choose the most appropriate care for their needs and goals. Recently, a new non-operative ACL injury management pathway called the "Cross bracing protocol" has been pioneered and developed by Dr Tom Cross and Tom's father (the late Orthopaedic surgeon) Dr Merv Cross. This protocol offers a promising alternative for patients with ACL injuries who are suitable for non-surgical intervention, where the ACL injury may heal or repair itself. Not all patients with an ACL injury are suitable for the Cross bracing protocol or non-surgical management, so how can you identify whether your patient is suitable, and which treatment options are best for each patient? In this insightful podcast episode, we discuss the complex challenge of ACL injury management and Cross bracing with Clare Walsh (Specialist Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, FACP). Clare treats a lot of patients with ACL injuries with prehabilitation, post-op rehabilitation, or non-surgical management including Cross bracing. Clare works alongside Dr Tom Cross and other Sports Medicine Doctors, Orthopaedic surgeons (including the late Dr Merv Cross) and leading Sports Physiotherapists at Stadium Sports Physiotherapy and The Stadium Clinic. Clare teaches on the Cross bracing course conducted in Australia for Physiotherapists and health professionals, and is a Senior Educator & Presenter here at Clinical Edge. In this podcast we explore: Cross bracing What it is and how it developed. What research has been performed to date, and what it shows about the chances of ACL healing with the Cross bracing protocol. Assessment tests & specific imaging that are used to assess patient suitability. Why patients might opt for Cross bracing rather than surgery. Who isn't suitable for Cross bracing. Potential negative outcomes of Cross bracing. Which patients are more likely to be suitable and successful with Cross bracing - eg. injury type, age, level of sport, goals, psychosocial factors. Medical factors that impact suitability. Psychosocial factors that impact whether a patient can undergo the protocol. Which leg (right or left) is better suited to bracing and why. Which type of braces are commonly used. How soon the protocol needs to commence after injury to be successful. Which concomitant injuries can still heal in a brace and which need surgery e.g. meniscus injuries, bucket handle tears of the meniscus, MCL tears. How long patients remain in a brace. Ex

How can you treat patients who experience knee pain and swelling during and after running? If you suspect their symptoms are caused by a meniscal injury, how can you rehab and return these patients to running without surgery? In this Physio Edge: Running repairs podcast with Tom Goom, you'll explore meniscal injuries in runners, recent research on runners with meniscal tears, and how to provide effective non-surgical management. You'll discover: Initial steps for managing pain and swelling in affected runners. Techniques to restore and maintain range of movement. Strategies for rebuilding strength in key muscle groups. Approaches to improve impact control and tolerance, preparing runners for a gradual return to their sport. When to manage these patients non-surgically, and when to refer for a surgical opinion. Tom explores the physical aspects of recovery, along with the impact of general health, weight management, and gait retraining on knee health. With a realistic timeline for recovery and a focus on individualised treatment plans, this podcast is a must-listen for therapists who treat runners. 🔗 Free Webinar Alert! Don't miss out on our free webinars for therapists on shin pain and Achilles tendinopathy in runners. Check the links below for more information. Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs. Links associated with this episode: Free Achilles tendinopathy videos Discover the simple secrets to successfully treat tendon pain in this free three part video series with Tom Goom Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Tom live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Friday <a href= "https://itunes.apple.

Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio) discusses the keys to successfully treat persistent anterior shoulder pain in two tennis players who had not recovered despite previous extensive rehab. In this podcast Jo explores what to include in your rehab of sportspeople who place large demands on their shoulders, elements commonly overlooked in shoulder rehab and how to address patients' psychosocial factors, fears and beliefs to successfully treat persistent shoulder pain. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript and research articles referenced in this podcast. Free video series "Frozen shoulder assessment & treatment" with Jo Gibson Improve your frozen shoulder assessment and treatment now with Jo Gibson's free video series at clinicaledge.co/shoulder Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Get your access to the free video series "Frozen shoulder assessment & treatment" with Jo Gibson Improve your shoulder assessment & treatment with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe

Join David Pope (APA Titled Musculoskeletal and Sports APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physio) in the Physio Edge podcast as they explore how to assess, treat, and manage patients suffering from ACL injuries or suspected ACL injuries. You'll discover how to assess a patient with a suspected ACL injury, and criteria you can use to identify whether a patient may be suited to non-surgical management or is likely to require surgery. You'll also understand when immediate or delayed surgery is the best option, and how to guide patients through the decision-making process and different phases of rehab. Listen in to provide your ACL injury patients with the best treatment options. Links associated with this podcast Improve your musculoskeletal and sports injury assessment & treatment results with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Free Achilles tendinopathy video series with Tom Goom David Pope at Clinical Edge Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast in Overcast <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/

Rotator cuff tear arthropathy (RCTA) is a pattern of glenohumeral joint degenerative changes following rotator cuff tears, causing shoulder pain and stiffness. Subscapularis tears can also be involved in RCTA, or a significant cause of shoulder pain and disability. How can you identify RCTA and subscap tears in your shoulder pain patients? How can they be treated, and do these patients respond well to non-surgical management? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio). The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript and research articles referenced in this podcast.   Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Jo Gibson on Twitter Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Revie

How can you successfully treat hip pain and instability associated with your patients' hip dysplasia? Find out the eight critical steps to excellent results with hip dysplasia in this podcast, which is part 3 in this three-part podcast series with Tom Goom (Running Physio). Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Physio Edge podcast 154 - Part 1 of 3 - Hip dysplasia key signs & symptoms with Tom Goom Physio Edge podcast 156 - Part 2 of 3 - 3 Types of hip dysplasia and how to identify them Improve your clinical skills, reasoning & results with a free trial Clinical Edge membership

When a patient presents with a potential frozen shoulder, what other differential diagnoses must be considered? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio), exploring the case study of a patient diagnosed with "frozen shoulder" with symptoms that don't quite match a typical frozen shoulder. What's the diagnosis of this patient's stiff shoulder? You'll also discover whether an X-ray or imaging is required when a patient presents with a stiff or frozen shoulder. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". The handout for this podcast is the transcript associated with this podcast. Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Get your access to the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday <a href=

Hip dysplasia is a commonly missed cause of hip and groin pain. In this podcast, which is part 2 in the 3 part series with Tom Goom (Running Physio), you'll discover three types of hip dysplasia that will cause different symptoms and need different treatment (based on Wilkins et al. 2017), how to identify each type, and common exercises and a treatment approach that may be stirring up your patients hip and groin pain. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Physio Edge podcast 154 - Part 1 of 3 - Hip dysplasia key signs & symptoms with

Stingers or burners are a burning or stinging pain, often with some paraesthesia and occasionally weakness, often occurring in impact sports such as rugby or American football. When your patients present with neck and arm symptoms, how can you differentiate a stinger or burner from a C/sp fracture, discogenic symptoms or nerve root compression, which all require very different treatment? How should you manage patients with one-off or repeated stingers or burners? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio). The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript, summary and articles referenced in the podcast. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Jo Gibson on Twitter Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge Articles associated with this episode: Download the podcast handout to receive the articles associated with this podcast. Bowles DR, Canseco J

Hip dysplasia is a commonly missed cause of hip and groin pain, catching, clicking, locking or popping, resulting from lack of coverage of the femoral head by the acetabulum. How can you identify hip dysplasia in your hip or groin pain patients, and avoid misdiagnosing it as iliopsoas or adductor related groin pain? What signs and symptoms will your patients reveal in their subjective history that'll help you identify this condition? Find out the key signs and symptoms of hip dysplasia in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio). Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Tom live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Friday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Tom Goom on Twitter Tom Goom's website David Pope - Twitter David Pope & why I started Clinical Edge Review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge Articles associated with this episode: Download the podcast handout to receive the articles associated with this podcast.

Posterior shoulder instability can occur after a fall onto an outstretched arm, or diving and hitting the ground with your arm (like diving to score a try in rugby), injuring the posterior labrum and/or the glenohumeral joint. Unlike anterior shoulder instability, patients with posterior shoulder instability may not have a feeling of instability, but may just experience pain, fatigue and weakness. How can you identify posterior shoulder instability in your shoulder pain patients? What does your rehab for posterior shoulder instability need to include? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio). The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript, a summary and articles referenced in the podcast. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Jo Gibson on Twitter Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge Articles associated with this episode: Download the podcast handout to receive the articles associated with this

After injury or surgery, a lot of runners are told to stop running for different reasons. How can you answer patients that ask if they need to give up running for good? When should patients consider permanently stopping running? Find out in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio).   Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Tom live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Friday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the

Will strength training help your patients reduce their risk of running injury and improve their running performance? Find out what the latest research reveals in this Physio Edge Track record: Running repairs podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio), as you discover: The latest research on whether strength training reduces running injury risk. Which runners are more likely to develop a running injury, and which runners more successfully avoid running injury. How to get runners to "buy in" and perform a strength program, when they're short on time and motivation. 3 key exercises your runners can do to improve their performance and reduce their running injury risk. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs   Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   <img src= "https://clinedge.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/images/Running+Repai

Marathon runners often come to us with pain, but also they need to build up their mileage in preparation for one of the most challenging events in endurance sport. They're trying to do more when their body may be telling them they need to be doing less. How do we manage their symptoms, and guide them up to the marathon itself? Find out in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio). Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs   Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership <a href="https://www

How can you settle symptoms and make progress with patients, when pain is a significant barrier to performing the rehab that will help them get back to the things they want to do? Discover the five step process in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio) to settle patients symptoms, overcome this barrier of pain, and help patients make progress with their rehab. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs   Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode:</h2

Untreated or poorly rehabilitated ankle sprains can develop into chronic ankle instability (CAI), osteoarthritis, or other lower limb injuries (Bestwick-Stevenson et al. 2021; Delco et al., 2017; Herzog et al., 2019; van Ochten et al., 2017). In this podcast Zoe Russell discusses ankle sprain assessment and treatment, and how to return your patients to sport. You'll discover how to help your ankle sprain patients fully recover as quickly as possible, and avoid long term ankle issues. Zoe is a Specialist Sports Physiotherapist (FACP), APA Titled Musculoskeletal and Sports Physio, as well as a Clinical Edge Senior Educator and Presenter, and in this Physio Edge podcast hosted by David Pope, we discuss the latest evidence and practical treatment strategies for ankle sprains, including: Assessment Common issues therapists face when rehabilitating ankle sprain patients. Questions you need to ask your ankle sprain patients. How a previous history of ankle sprains impacts your assessment & treatment. Why patients with inversion injuries may have medial ankle pain. How to avoid stirring up patients pain during your assessment. Diagnosis Common mechanisms of injury, and how this guides your diagnosis. Structures that are likely to be injured with different ankle injuries. Treatment 10 key elements to include in your assessment & treatment. How to help reduce swelling quickly after an ankle sprain, and why this is important. Immediate sideline management for ankle sprains at sporting events. Whether manual therapy has a role in acute ankle injuries or persistent ankle pain and swelling. How to explain ankle sprains, recovery & rehab to your patient. What you're looking to achieve with your early rehab. How to set rehab targets or goals with your patients. The role of taping in ankle rehab. Taping compared to bracing. Whether long term taping or bracing is a useful long term injury prevention strategy. The latest surgical procedures for patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI). Links Zoe Russell David Pope on Twitter Improve your musculoskelet

Patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) often have a sensitive and painful knee, and are reluctant to use or exercise it, feeling that it'll just further "wear out" the joint. In this podcast with Dr JP Caneiro (Specialist Sports Physiotherapist, PhD) you'll discover how to assess and rehabilitate knee OA patients, including: Subjective questions you need to ask knee OA patients. How to use your subjective assessment to identify tests to perform in your objective assessment. How to identify patient fears and negative beliefs that will interfere with rehab and limit progress. Objective assessment tests you need to perform. How to differentially diagnose knee OA from other causes of knee pain. How to assess patients' functional ability. How to use palpation in your assessment of knee OA. Where to start your treatment. What to do if your patient is performing knee exercises and their pain is not improving, or getting worse. How to break through negative patient beliefs so you can get your patient on the road to better knee health, movement and pain. Enjoy this podcast with Dr JP Caneiro, hosted by David Pope and Clinical Edge now to improve your treatment of knee OA. Links Dr JP Caneiro on Twitter David Pope on Twitter Improve your musculoskeletal and sports injury assessment & treatment results with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Explain acute and persistent pain to your patients, without giving them the message "It's all in your head" with the Making sense of pain training module Comprehensiv

Patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) often believe their knee is "bone on bone", exercises will wear out their knee more and they just need a knee replacement. This narrative can make it difficult to motivate your patients to perform knee rehab exercises that have the potential to improve their pain, function and quality of life. How can you shift the narrative, educate your patients with knee OA so they "buy in" and perform an effective knee rehab program, and get better results with your treatment? In this podcast with Dr JP Caneiro you'll discover: How to start your patient on a rehab program when they have fear avoidance, and don't want to exercise. How to help patients have a positive response to your treatment, experiencing better movement, function or pain with exercise and movement. How to encourage your patient to share their narrative and perspective, so you can start addressing this with your treatment. How to accurately describe OA to your patients and provide a positive narrative. How to help patients recognise load and lifestyle factors that are influencing their pain and movement. How to modify patients' unhelpful behaviours and integrate new movement strategies into daily activities. How to manage flareups and provide patients with self-management strategies. Enjoy this podcast with Dr JP Caneiro and hosted by David Pope and Clinical Edge now to improve your treatment of knee OA. Links Dr JP Caneiro on Twitter David Pope on Twitter Improve your musculoskeletal and sports injury assessment & treatment results with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Explain acute and persistent pain to your patients, without giving

Exercise is a vital component in our rehabilitation of patients with musculoskeletal pain and injuries. How can you, as a Physiotherapist, Physical therapist or health professional, choose exercises for your patients that improve their pain, strength, control, confidence and the ability to reach their goals, without stirring up their pain? Find out in this podcast with David Pope (APA Titled Sports & Musculoskeletal Physio) and David Toomey (NZ Titled Musculoskeletal Physio & PhD Candidate) from the Clinical Edge education & presentation team. Links associated with this episode: iTunes - Download and follow the podcast Overcast - Download the podcast in Overcast Spotify - Listen to the podcast on Spotify Comprehensive, practical training to improve your skills, clinical reasoning, treatment results & confidence with a free trial Clinical Edge membership David Toomey Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Follow and review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge

Do we need to target "proprioception" in shoulder rehab with flexible or vibratory, blade-like rehab tools or water-filled pipes? Does the evidence support the use of these proprioceptive tools to improve patients shoulder pain, or are there different exercises that provide better results? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio) and discover whether to include proprioceptive treatment tools in your patients shoulder rehabilitation programs. The handout for this podcast consists of articles referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning".  Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using

What strategies can you recommend to your patients that are recovering from injury or increasing their training to help improve physical recovery? Athletes often use various recovery strategies such as ice baths, compression stockings, massage and more to improve their recovery, but are they actually effective? What key strategies are evidence-based and useful? Patients experiencing pain or a flareup may feel distressed or anxious. What mental recovery strategies can your patients use to help with these feelings of distress or anxiety? Find out in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio), as you discover the key recovery strategies for physical and mental health. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with

Traumatic superior labrum anterior to posterior (SLAP) tears can occur in contact athletes and other patients that land on their arm or shoulder, and in throwers and other athletes. Initial assessment and even MRI often miss or misdiagnose these injuries, leading to ongoing shoulder, long head of biceps tendon (LHBT) or ACJ pain. In this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio) you'll discover how to identify patients with SLAP tears. You'll explore which assessment tests can be used to diagnose and differentiate SLAP tears from other causes of shoulder pain, and which imaging modalities will actually identify SLAP tears. The handout for this podcast is an article referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning".  Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/physioedge/id454

Patients with anterior knee pain may have pain with activities that load the patellofemoral joint (PFJ), such as squatting, going up or down stairs, and running. When is it important to offload patients PFJ during your rehab, to help settle their symptoms? How can you design a rehab program to improve your patients' knee pain? Find out in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio) as you discover how to effectively offload and treat patellofemoral joint pain, exercises to include in rehab, and activities and exercises to reduce during your initial phases of treatment. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join

When things don't go well in a treatment session, what will help you identify the potential reasons and clues? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio), and discover how to use non-verbal communication to improve the success of your treatment sessions. The handout for this podcast is an article referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify <a href="https:

Can shockwave improve pain and function in Achilles tendinopathy patients that fail to improve with rehab? Find out in this podcast as Tom Goom (Running Physio) reveals whether the latest research supports the use of shockwave in Achilles tendinopathy patients, and how to successfully return patients to running and rehab. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs The handout for this podcast is an article referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available.   Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical r

How can you treat patients with an achilles or patellar tendinopathy while they're in the middle of a season or training for an event? Successful treatment often includes loading and strengthening the tendon, but how can you quickly identify the best exercises and load for each patient? Find out in this Physio Edge podcast as David Pope and Daniel Silvan (Head Physiotherapist at Aspire Academy, Aspetar) discuss how to choose the most effective exercises for your patients to successfully treat lower limb tendinopathy. Links associated with this episode: iTunes - Download and follow the podcast Overcast - Download the podcast in Overcast Spotify - Listen to the podcast on Spotify Download the infographic handout for this podcast Comprehensive, practical training to improve your skills, clinical reasoning, treatment results & confidence with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Daniel Silvan Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Follow and review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge

Do your acute ACJ injury patients require surgery, or can they be managed conservatively with a rehab program? Find out in this podcast as Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio) reveals how to grade patients' acute ACJ injuries, help patients decide on surgery or conservative management, and rehab your patients effectively. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning".  Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Jo Gibson on Twitter Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Review the podcast on iTunes <a href="https://www.

Shoulder pain & frozen shoulder can be extremely debilitating for patients, impacting their ability to sleep, fulfill their normal work and family role or have fun. How can you as a therapist understand your patients pain experience, help them feel supported and meet your patients needs throughout their journey to recovery from shoulder pain or frozen shoulder? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio), hosted by Clinical Edge, as you explore how the latest research can help improve your shoulder pain treatment. The handout for this podcast consists of articles referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Click here for the free webinar with Jo Gibson "Rotator cuff revealed! Rehab & reasoning". Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Free webinar - Rotator cuff revealed: Rehab & reasoning with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join Jo Gibson live on Facebook & ask your shoulder related questions every Monday Download and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Download the podcast now using the best podcast app currently in existence - Overcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify Jo Gibson on Twitter Let David know what you liked about this podcast on Twitter Review the podcast on iTunes Infographics by Clinical Edge Articles associated with this episode: Download the podcast handout to receive the articles associated with this podcast. <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.ni

Calf strains are common in runners, footballers, dancers and other athletes. Discover how to assess, differentially diagnose and tailor your treatment of calf strains using the latest evidence in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio). Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs The handout for this podcast is an article referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now Links associated with this episode: Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership Join

When you're treating patients that feel like their scapulae are asymmetrical, a rib is "out of place", or they feel neck or thoracic stiffness without any restriction in movement, they may expect you to perform treatment that is unlikely to help, like joint mobilisation, manipulation or massage. How can you use the latest pain science in your treatment to help patients overcome the experience of asymmetry, stiffness or something being out of place? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Rehabilitation Specialist Physio). The handout for this podcast is an article referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson Register now for the free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Specialist Physio) Frozen and stiff shoulder assessment & treatment with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of frozen and stiff shoulders now with Jo Gibson's online course at clinicaledge.co/frozenshoulder Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Free trial Clinical Edge membership Use a fresh approach to your musculoskeletal and sports injury treatment with a free trial Clinical Edge membership at clinicaledge.co/freetrial Links associated with this episode: Improve your assessment and treatment of frozen and stiff shoulders now with Jo Gibson's online course at clinicaledge.co/frozenshoulder Improve your shoulder assessment & treatment with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your confidence and clinical reasoning with a free trial Clinical Edge membership <li

Calcaneal bony stress injuries or fractures are often misdiagnosed and incorrectly treated as insertional Achilles tendinopathy or plantar heel pain, leading to worsening pain and poor recovery. In this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio), hosted by Clinical Edge, discover how to accurately assess and effectively treat patients with calcaneal bony stress injuries or fractures. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs The handout for this podcast is an article referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now Links associated with this episode: Impro

Why do some rotator cuff (RC) repair patients progress really slowly post-operatively and experience high levels of pain and sleep disturbance for long periods? Find out in this case study and exploration of the latest evidence in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Shoulder Rehabilitation Specialist) as she reveals: Quick or slow recovery? Which patients are likely to improve quickly, and which patients are likely to take longer to improve. How soon after arthroscopic RC repair your patients will experience significant improvements in pain. When patients sleep is likely to improve. Objective assessment tests How to identify post-op nerve injury, red flags and infection. Objective tests you can safely perform without overstressing the rotator cuff. How to identify patients developing post-op frozen shoulder. Expectations, education & reassurance How to help set patient expectations for recovery before and after surgery. Questions to ask patients after surgery that will help guide your treatment. How to reassure patients that are experiencing pain. How to explain post-op recovery to patients that are unhappy with their progress, even when their recovery is on track. Treatment & resources Activities your patients may be performing that slow their post-op recovery. Positions and postures you can show patients to improve their pain in the day, and sleep at night. Resources to give your post-op patients. The handout for this podcast consists of articles referenced in the podcast. There is no additional transcript or handout available. Free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson Register now for the free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Specialist Physio) Frozen and stiff shoulder assessment & treatment with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of frozen and stiff shoulders now with Jo Gibson's online course at clinicaledge.co/frozenshoulder Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the

We're heading into the holiday season, when your patients will either keep progressing with their rehab program, or give their exercises a miss for a while and risk an increase in symptoms, skip appointments in the new year, and disappear off your list. How can you prepare & motivate your patients for the holiday period, or effectively hand over care of your patients to another therapist, so their pain and strength keep improving? In this live mentoring session, the Clinical Edge presentation team of Specialist and Titled Physiotherapists will reveal to you: How to keep your patients engaged and progressing over the holiday period. If you're going away, how to effectively keep in contact with patients or hand patients over to other therapists, and avoid losing them over the Christmas period. How to help kids and young athletes stay active and manage load over the holidays, to stay strong and healthy and avoid overuse injuries early next year. Prepare your patients now, and set yourself up for a successful holiday season and new year with this free mentoring session. Links associated with this episode: CLICK HERE to download your podcast handout Holiday season exclusive handout & infographic iTunes - Download and follow the podcast Overcast - Download the podcast in Overcast Spotify - Listen to the podcast on Spotify Comprehensive, practical training to improve your skills, clinical reasoning, treatment results & confidence with a free trial Clinical Edge membership <a href="https://twitter.com

When assessing and treating neck pain patients, there are a lot of tests and treatments to choose from. If you choose treatments that aren't suitable for your patient's presentation, your patient won't progress, or worse, you'll aggravate their symptoms. How can you thoroughly assess your neck pain patients, and use the information from your assessment to choose treatments that help improve their pain? In the first podcast with Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, researcher and Emeritus Prof. Gwen Jull 121. Neck pain assessment, clinical reasoning & rehab. Physio Edge podcast with Prof Gwendolen Jull, we discussed questions to ask during your subjective history that help guide your neck pain assessment and clinical reasoning. In this followup podcast, discover how to accurately assess and effectively treat neck pain with Emeritus Prof. Gwen Jull, including: Objective examination (OE) How to perform a thorough OE to identify why your patient has pain, and the best treatment for each patient. How to perform a skilled manual assessment. What we can actually identify & diagnose in neck pain patients. Whether posture is relevant to neck pain. When and how to assess posture. How to assess physical impairments, and identify if they're relevant to a patient's neck pain. Which tests you should use to assess: ROM Strength Endurance Control Successful treatment How to decide where treatment should start in your initial session. Whether manual therapy (MT) is useful in the treatment of neck pain. How to tailor and progress your treatment to successfully rehab each patient, and choose between: MT Postural changes Strength exercises Control exercises Craniocervical flexion and extension exercises Neurodynamic treatment General strength and endurance training Exercises for flexibility and range of motion Graded activity Motor control Shoulder girdle strengthening Aerobic exercise for general fitness CLICK HERE to get access to Cervical spine assessment & treatment for neck pain & upper limb symptoms <a href= "https://www.clinicaledge.co/online-courses/cervical-spine-assessment-treatment-for-neck-pain-upper-

When patients have a running injury, such as knee pain or Achilles tendinopathy, do we need to include strength training in their rehab? Discover when strength training is an important part of comprehensive running injury rehab in this podcast with Tom Goom (Running Physio), and explore: Whether strength is important in runners. Whether patients that are stronger are less likely to develop running injuries. Why recent research found higher levels of strength in recently injured runners compared to uninjured runners. When we need to improve patients' strength in running injury rehab. Can strength training reduce the risk of running injuries? How strength training fits into a comprehensive rehab program. When strength is relevant to pain and pathology. When rehab does NOT need to include strength training. How to know what to focus on during rehab. Which patients don't require exercises or strength training. How to identify when strength goals are a barrier to recovery and return to running. Additional benefits of strength training, beyond improved strength. Improve running injury assessment & treatment now with the Running Repairs Online course with Tom Goom at clinicaledge.co/runningrepairs Free running injury assessment & treatment video series available now   <img src="https://clinedge.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazon

Patients may develop stiffness following rotator cuff repair or other shoulder surgery, particularly with longer periods of immobilisation. On the other hand, some patients may fail rehab without sufficient immobilisation. How can you identify which patients are likely to develop stiffness and will benefit from early mobilisation? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Clinical Physiotherapy Specialist), and discover: Which patients are likely to benefit from rotator cuff or other surgical repair. How to plan post-op surgical rehab. Whether patients should have a period of immobilisation or not. How to predict patients that are likely to develop post-op shoulder stiffness. Metabolic, genetic, age-related and psychosocial factors that influence development of stiffness. Pre-operative and surgical factors that influence development of stiffness. How to reduce the likelihood of stiffness developing. Comparison between early post-op shoulder mobilisation and six weeks in a sling. Patients more likely to fail a RC repair, who may need more of a conservative approach to early mobilisation. How to explain mobilisation vs immobilisation to patients. Short and long term outcomes when patients develop stiffness. Frozen shoulder If and when corticosteroid injections are helpful. The role of P. acnes in development of frozen shoulder. Free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson Register now for the free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Specialist Physio) Frozen and stiff shoulder assessment & treatment with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of frozen and stiff shoulders now with Jo Gibson's online course at clinicaledge.co/frozenshoulder Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with the Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson, now available for enrolment at clinicaledge.co/shouldersuccess Links associated with this episode: <a href="https://www.clinicaledge.co/frozenshoul

Can you solve this case of a badminton player with a five year history of posterior shoulder pain and shoulder fatigue with overhead movements? Find out in this podcast with Jo Gibson (Clinical Physiotherapy Specialist). Discover the diagnosis and why the patient hasn't improved with rehabilitation, as Jo reveals the case study and: Subjective clues to help diagnose this condition. Questions to ask in the subjective history. Differential diagnoses to keep in mind. How to identify and rule out red flags. Clinical tests to use to rule this condition in and out. What medical tests and MRI reveal. Common causes of this condition. Conservative, medical and surgical management and results. Ideal treatment pathways for this condition. Free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson Register now for the free webinar "5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them" with Jo Gibson (Upper Limb Specialist Physio) Frozen and stiff shoulder assessment & treatment with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of frozen and stiff shoulders now with Jo Gibson's online course at clinicaledge.co/frozenshoulder Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson Improve your assessment and treatment of shoulder pain with th