ACLs and Quad/Patellar/Hamstring Tendon Grafts with Derek Garza
Release Date: 05/03/2025
Metabolic Flexibility and Tendons with Dr. Mike T. Nelson
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Mike T Nelson 03:08 Understanding Metabolic Flexibility 06:08 The Role of Carbohydrates and Fats in Metabolism 09:00 Cellular Energy and Performance 12:04 Testing Metabolic Flexibility 14:48 The Impact of Insulin and Glucose on Metabolism 18:02 Advanced Glycation End Products and Tendon Health 20:59 Maintaining Metabolic Flexibility through Training and Nutrition 37:54 Metabolic Flexibility and Blood Work 41:25 The Impact of Carbohydrates on Metabolic Health 43:00 Obesity and Its Effects on Metabolic Flexibility 47:53 GLP-1 Drugs and Their Role...
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Hip and Groin Rehab with Enda King
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Chapters 00:00 Understanding Adductor Tendinopathy 02:34 Differentiating Acute and Chronic Groin Injuries 05:32 The Role of Loading in Rehabilitation 08:46 Personal Experiences with Groin Pain 11:47 Challenges in Diagnosis and Management 14:34 The Importance of Functional Deficits 17:42 Individualized Rehabilitation Approaches 20:46 The Impact of Foot and Ankle on Hip Pain 35:30 Understanding Groin Pain in Athletes 41:25 The Role of Anatomy and Hip Mobility 48:07 Managing Training Loads and Injury Prevention 51:34 Biomechanics and Movement Strategies 57:21 Injury Prevention Strategies for...
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Bilateral Patellar Tendon Rupture Story with Jack Davey
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:21 The Journey to Strongman Competitions 05:14 The Day of the Injury 08:29 Emergency Response and Diagnosis 11:38 Surgery and Recovery Process 14:35 Rehabilitation and Progression 17:26 Returning to Training and Coaching 20:30 Challenges and Adjustments in Recovery 23:35 Current Status and Future Goals 28:56 Rehabilitation Journey: Progressing Through Pain 36:03 Building Strength: The Path to Recovery 42:48 Managing Daily Life: Coping with Stiffness and Pain 51:15 Reflections on Injury: Lessons Learned and Future Goals 58:22 Adapting Training:...
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Achilles Tendons with Seth O'Neill
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Seth O'Neill's Background and Expertise 01:34 Understanding Achilles Tendon Problems 02:26 The Role of the Plantaris in Achilles Tendinopathy 07:04 The Importance of the Soleus Muscle 16:15 PhD Research on Soleus and Achilles Tendon Rehabilitation 19:43 Calf Muscle Loads and Performance 22:13 Internal vs External Loads in Rehabilitation 30:43 Rehabilitation Focus: Dorsiflexion vs Plantar Flexion 37:27 Identifying Deficits in Performance Testing 39:53 Understanding Muscle Weakness and Performance Misconceptions 40:58 Concentric vs Eccentric Training in Rehabilitation 42:29...
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Achilles and Patellar Tendons with Trent Salo
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Trent Saylo 02:16 Journey into Basketball and Physical Therapy 05:20 Transition to Specializing in Tendons 08:06 Research Initiatives at IMG Academy 10:11 Understanding Tendon Health and Assessment 13:13 Utilizing Advanced Imaging Techniques 16:14 The Role of Structure in Tendon Health 19:25 Navigating the Divisive Nature of Imaging in Tendon Care 22:16 Communicating Imaging Results to Patients 25:21 Case Studies and Practical Applications of UTC 33:06 Exploring UTC in Clinical Practice 36:22 Understanding Tendon Injuries and Healing 41:12 The Role...
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Deceleration and Achilles Ruptures in Basketball with Adam Petway
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Adam Petway 02:45 The Intersection of Basketball and Biomechanics 05:44 Deceleration Strategies in Basketball 08:28 The Importance of Acceleration in Deceleration 11:30 Injury Mechanisms: ACL and Achilles Tendon Ruptures 14:30 Research Findings on Achilles Tendon Ruptures 17:41 Conclusions and Future Directions 35:49 Understanding False Steps in Sports Injury Prevention 39:19 The Mechanics of Achilles Tendon Ruptures 42:32 Exploring Injury Patterns and Risk Factors 47:00 The Role of Previous Injuries in Achilles Ruptures 51:12 Chronic Pain and Its...
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ACLs, Quads, and Knee Tendons with Erik Meira
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Erik Meira and His Background 02:39 The Journey into Physical Therapy 05:51 Transitioning from Hip to ACL Focus 08:50 Understanding ACL Rehabilitation Challenges 12:01 The Role of the Quadriceps in Recovery 14:49 Pain Management and the Nervous System 17:40 Graft Types and Their Impact on Recovery 20:47 Exploring Force Output and Pain Inhibition 23:57 Warm-Up Strategies and Moment Arm Mechanics 26:39 Practical Applications in Rehabilitation 31:52 Phases of Rehabilitation 36:52 Understanding Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training 45:42 The Role of Pain and Function...
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Lateral Gastrocnemius in Achilles Tendinopathy with Gabriel Fernandes
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gabriel Fernandes and His Work 03:51 Exploring the Role of the Soleus in Achilles Tendinopathy 11:56 Investigating the Lateral Gastrocnemius and Its Implications 18:30 Understanding Muscle Fatigue and Endurance in Running 34:14 Practical Applications for Rehabilitation and Training 37:49 Cortical Inhibition and Tendinopathy 39:27 Deficits in Endurance and Peak Force 40:48 Measuring Muscle Capacity and Joint Angles 43:13 Hypertrophy and Muscle Adaptation 45:57 Atrophy in Calf Muscles 49:23 Rehabilitation Strategies for Lateral Gastroc 53:03 Foot Positioning and...
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Peroneal and Tibialis Posterior Tendons with Blake Withers
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 The Role of Podiatry in Rehabilitation 01:19 Exploring the Peroneal and Tibialis Posterior Tendons 04:25 Phases of Tendon Rehabilitation 07:14 Differentiating Tendon Injuries 10:30 The Importance of Accurate Diagnosis 24:12 Exploring Treatment Options for Tendon Pain 32:36 Understanding Orthotics and Their Role in Recovery 41:43 The Importance of Taping Techniques 44:29 Footwear Considerations for Pain Management 51:49 Differential Diagnosis in Tendon Pain 57:06 Understanding Insertional Pain and Loading Programs 58:14 The Role of Training Load in Running Injuries 01:00:03...
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Rectus Femoris and Soleus Aponeurosis Injuries with Filippo Tilli
Jacked Athlete Podcast
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Myotendinous Junction Injuries 00:08 Pain Perception in Soleus Injuries 21:28 Rehabilitation Protocols for Soleus Injuries Takeaways Misdiagnosis is a significant issue in myotendinous injuries. Education is crucial for effective injury management. The rectus femoris has a complex three-layer structure. Proximal muscle action is like a whip, while distal action generates force. MRI is the gold standard for assessing injuries. Pain often manifests after activity, not during. Aponeurotic tissue requires longer healing times than muscle injuries. Tendon and...
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00:00 Introduction to Tendons and Personal Background
03:01 Understanding ACL Injuries and Rehabilitation
05:56 Graft Types: Autograft vs Allograft
08:56 Early Rehabilitation Strategies for ACL Surgery
11:53 Managing Swelling and Pain Post-Surgery
14:58 Progressing Rehabilitation: From Extension to Strength
17:59 Considerations for Graft Selection
21:01 Challenges with Quad Tendon Grafts
23:52 Hamstring and Patellar Grafts: Pros and Cons
32:06 Understanding Anterior Knee Pain and Rehabilitation
34:40 Strength Training in ACL Recovery
37:49 Introducing Plyometrics in Rehabilitation
39:28 Progressing Plyometrics and Deceleration Training
44:06 The Role of Physical Therapists in ACL Rehab
47:30 Knee Strategy vs. Hip Strategy in Rehabilitation
52:07 Re-injury Rates and Return to Sport Statistics
53:40 Education Gaps in Physical Therapy Schools
57:43 Improving ACL Rehabilitation Practices
01:01:17 Collaboration Between Therapists and Strength Coaches
Takeaways
Derek Garza is a licensed physical therapist with a background in athletics.
He emphasizes the importance of education in ACL rehabilitation.
The type of graft used in ACL surgery significantly affects recovery.
Early intervention in rehabilitation can lead to better outcomes.
Managing swelling is crucial for effective recovery post-surgery.
Different graft types have unique healing timelines and considerations.
Patient education is key to understanding the rehabilitation process.
The strength of the graft can vary significantly based on the type used.
Rehabilitation strategies should be tailored to the individual athlete.
Understanding the risks and timelines of recovery can help prevent re-injury. The quality of physical therapy coaching is crucial for recovery.
Limb symmetry index should be at least 90% for strength.
Plyometrics should be introduced gradually in rehabilitation.
Deceleration training is essential for athletes returning to sport.
Many physical therapists lack knowledge in plyometric training.
Re-injury rates for ACL injuries are alarmingly high.
Education on plyometrics is lacking in physical therapy schools.
Collaboration between therapists and strength coaches is vital.
Athletes often shy away from loading their knees post-injury.
Understanding knee and hip strategies can improve rehabilitation outcomes.
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