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105. Scapular dyskinesis - Does it really matter? with Jo Gibson

Release Date: 06/29/2020

170. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) injuries with Dr Lachlan Giles

Physio Edge podcast

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...

169. Beyond stretching: How to create lasting flexibility. Physio Edge Running repairs podcast with Tom Goom

Physio Edge podcast

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...

168. How to explain shoulder pain to patients. Physio Edge Shoulder Success podcast with Jo Gibson

Physio Edge podcast

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...

167. Bones, them strong bones: How to use bone loading programs. Physio Edge Running repairs podcast with Tom Goom

Physio Edge podcast

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...

166. To tape or not to tape? Physio Edge Shoulder Success podcast with Jo Gibson

Physio Edge podcast

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...

165. Busting hip pain myths with Mehmet Gem

Physio Edge podcast

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 Chapter markes: 00:00 Intro 00:27 Getting to know Mehmet 03:11 Glute myths and...

164. Case study: Rotator cuff tear + arm symptoms. Physio Edge Shoulder Success podcast with Jo Gibson

Physio Edge podcast

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...

163. ACL treatment options and cross-bracing with Clare Walsh

Physio Edge podcast

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...

162. Three top tips for treating runners with a meniscal injury. Physio Edge Track record: Running repairs podcast with Tom Goom

Physio Edge podcast

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...

161. Overcoming persistent shoulder pain in tennis players with Jo Gibson

Physio Edge podcast

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. The handout for this podcast consists of a transcript and research articles referenced...

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When you assess your patients shoulder movements, and notice a winging scapula, altered resting position or timing of scapula movement, do you need to treat it? Can we diagnose “Scapular dyskinesis”, and does it matter? How can you simplify your scapular assessment?

In this podcast, Jo Gibson (Clinical Physiotherapy Specialist) explores common beliefs and myths around the scapula, including:

Abnormal scapular kinematics cause pain
We can predict patients that are going to get shoulder pain
Upper traps should be retrained to decrease their activation
Scapular-based interventions are superior to rotator cuff based treatment
There are reliable and valid ways to assess scapular movement

Alongside this mythbusting, you’ll explore:

Is there any point assessing the scapula?
Is scapular asymmetry normal or abnormal?
Is scapular dyskinesis a normal response to exercise or loading?
How accurate are we at identifying scapular dyskinesis compared to findings in laboratory studies of scapula movement?
What scapular findings will you commonly observe in patients with massive rotator cuff tears, nerve injuries & stiffness?
How does rotator cuff fatigue impact scapular movement?
How does fear avoidance and worry about particular movements impact muscle activity and movement?
When is increased upper traps activity helpful and beneficial?
Should we try to decrease upper traps activity in patients with C/Sp driven shoulder pain?
Can we preferentially target the scapular or rotator cuff with our exercises?
Do improvements in shoulder pain correlate with changes or “improvements” in scapular movement?
How do scapular assessment test (SAT) results impact your treatment and exercise prescription?
If the SAT improves pain, does that mean we should perform scapular based exercises?
Can we use scapular dyskinesia classification to stratify patients or guide our treatment?
Is there any reliability in scapular assessment?
Does the SAT simply identify those that have a favourable natural history ie are going to get better on their own regardless?
Do scapular treatments increase the subacromial space, and does this matter?
Is winging post-surgery (posterior stabilisation + labral repair) a product of surgery or does this need to be addressed?
How does incorporating the kinetic chain into rehab impact patient movement strategies, scapular and rotator cuff recruitment?
Are scapulothoracic bursae relevant to shoulder pain?
How can you address patient beliefs and fear avoidance around their shoulder pain?

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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

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Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson

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Free webinar “5 common mistakes therapists make with shoulder pain, and what to do about them” with Jo Gibson

Frozen and stiff shoulder assessment & treatment with Jo Gibson

Shoulder: Steps to Success online course with Jo Gibson

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