Ep. 048 | Joint Efforts: Navigating Rheumatism | Jack March
Release Date: 01/14/2023
Tingling, Weakness & Pain? Let’s Talk Cervical Radiculopathy with Dr. Erik Thoomes
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In Episode 74 of the Physiotutors podcast, host Kai is joined by Dr. Erik Thoomes, an expert in musculoskeletal conditions, particularly cervical radiculopathy. Dr. Thoomes provides an in-depth discussion on cervical radiculopathy, distinguishing it from nonspecific neck pain. He explains that cervical radiculopathy involves radiating arm pain due to nerve root irritation or compression, often caused by disc herniation or spondylotic changes, contrasting it with lumbar radiculopathy. The episode emphasizes the importance of thorough patient history in diagnosis and suggests a cluster of tests...
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Beyond the Bench: A Pro Sports Physio’s Journey with Philip Andersson
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Description In episode 73 of the Physiotutors podcast, we talk to Philipp Andersson, a seasoned physical therapist and strength and conditioning coach who heads the medical department for IFK Värnamo in Sweden's top football league. Philipp shares insights into his unconventional journey into sports physiotherapy, starting with a passion for working in professional sports, leading to volunteering opportunities that paved his way into elite sports teams. Despite lacking initial connections, his determination and strategic volunteer work helped him secure his current role. Philipp discusses the...
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Exploring the Cosmos of Low Back Pain: From Astronauts to Everyday Life with Daniel Belavy
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In Episode 72 of the Physiotutors podcast, we interview Dr. Daniel Belavy, a professor with a prolific research background in muscle, bone, and joint health, specifically focusing on low back pain. The discussion explores various aspects of back pain research, including disk herniations in astronauts, the role of mechanical loading in disk health, and the challenges of classifying non-specific low back pain. Dr. Belavy shares insights from his studies on physical exposure and spine postures, contextual effects in treatment, and exercise training for back pain. He emphasizes the importance of...
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EP. 071: Nerves Under Pressure - A Deep Dive into Entrapment Neuropathies with Annina Schmid
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In this episode of the PhysioTutors podcast, Dr. Annina Schmid, a specialist in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and a professor of pain neurosciences at Oxford University, discusses entrapment neuropathies, focusing on conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome. She explains that these conditions occur when nerves are compressed or irritated as they pass through narrow anatomical spaces, leading to symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, and sometimes motor changes like weakness. The conversation covers common types of entrapment neuropathies, diagnostic challenges,...
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EP. 070: From Resistance to Commitment - Achieving Behavior Change in Therapy with Serena Simmons
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In this episode of the Physiotutors podcast, Kai interviews Serena Simmons, a seasoned psychologist with over 30 years of experience, about behavioral change and patient buy-in in healthcare. Serena highlights the challenges that healthcare providers face due to the lack of psychological training in their initial education, which often leaves them unequipped to effectively promote behavioral change in patients. She emphasizes the importance of understanding both the practitioner's and the patient's psychology to foster meaningful interactions and facilitate change. Serena discusses the...
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EP. 069: Seeing the Unseen - Diagnostic MSK Ultrasound with Niek Vink
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In this episode of the Physiotutors podcast, Kai interviews Niek Vink, a physiotherapist and manager at the National Training Center for Ultrasound (NT-E) in Utrecht, Netherlands. They discuss the role and benefits of ultrasound in physiotherapy. Niek explains the basics of ultrasound imaging, comparing it to other imaging techniques like MRI and X-ray. He emphasizes that while ultrasound offers high spatial resolution and is useful for assessing soft tissues, it cannot see inside bones. The conversation also highlights the importance of dynamic scanning and sono-palpation in physiotherapy, as...
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EP. 068: The Athletic Shoulder - Overcoming Instability for Peak Performance with Edel Fanning
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In this episode of the Physiotutors podcast, host Kai speaks with Edel Fanning, a lead upper limb physiotherapist from Ireland, about various shoulder pathologies in athletes and effective rehabilitation strategies. Edel discusses common shoulder injuries in different sports, such as dislocations in contact sports like rugby and rotator cuff issues in overhead sports like swimming and tennis. She emphasizes the importance of considering the kinetic chain in rehabilitation, focusing on both local shoulder control and the role of other body parts to optimize recovery and performance. Edel also...
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EP. 067: Step by Step - The Ultimate Guide to Ankle Sprains with Jente Wagemans
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Summary In this podcast episode, we talk with Jente Wachemans, a physiotherapist and researcher specializing in ankle sprains and chronic instability. We discuss the nature of lateral ankle sprains, differentiating them from other types of ankle injuries, and touch on chronic ankle instability, a condition that remains somewhat ambiguous and under-researched. Jente emphasizes that while ankle sprains are common, particularly in sports, the transition to chronic instability isn't always straightforward and requires more prospective data for a clearer understanding. We also explore the...
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EP. 66: Empowering Movement - Integrating S&C into Physiotherapy with Claire Minshull
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In this podcast, Dr. Claire Minshull shares her insights on teaching strength and conditioning to physiotherapists, emphasizing the practical application of academic knowledge. She discusses common mistakes in S&C practices, the importance of muscular strength in rehabilitation, and the significance of individualized exercise prescription for optimal outcomes. Claire also explores topics like measuring strength, rate of force development, and emerging technologies in strength training, underlining the need for patient-centered approaches and effective rehabilitation strategies. Guest Dr....
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EP. 065: More than Meds - Exploring Physiotherapy for Migraine Management with Kerstin Luedtke
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Kerstin Luedtkee discusses the topic of migraine headaches, providing insights into the definition, classification, and pathophysiological theories behind migraines. She explains the criteria for diagnosing migraine headaches, including the presence of associated symptoms such as nausea and sensitivity to light or sound. Dr. Luedtkee delves into the role of the hypothalamus as a key structure in triggering migraine attacks and highlights the importance of understanding the central nervous system changes that occur in individuals with migraines. Moreover, she...
info_outlineIn this episode we will talk about different rheumatological conditions that can mask as musculoskeletal pain and how to recognize them. Our guest is Jack March, a physiotherapist specialising in rheumatology who provides CPD courses on the recognition, investigation and management of rheumatological conditions. We will shine a light on imaging and medical tests for different conditions and cover differences between genders. At last, we will discuss how patients with rheumatism are best treated, talk about precautions during exercise and how to positively influence their prognosis. So make sure to listen to the whole episode! Enjoy!
Content
00:00 - 00:58 Introduction
00:58 - 02:18 What is Rheumatism?
02:18 - 03:47 Rheumatological diseases to know
03:47 - 05:28 When to think it's Rheumatic
05:28 - 08:16 Screening for Rheumatoid Disorders
08:16 - 11:46 How Rheumatoid Inflammation is different
11:46 - 15:32 What are the Signs & Symptoms
15:32 - 17:04 How helpful is Imaging?
17:04 - 18:55 Difference in males vs. females
18:55 - 22:10 Testing for Rheumatoid Disorders
22:10 - 27:11 Referral to Specialist Management
27:11 - 35:45 What Physios can do in RD
35:45 - 37:55 Jack's Closing Thoughts
37:55 - 38:54 Outro
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