Ep 371: Expert Edition: Charlie Clements Physiotherapist (FCP) 'Athletic Sciatica: navigating your symptoms'
Release Date: 09/25/2025
Ep 384: Tibial Bone Injury Q&A - All Your Questions Answered
The Physical Performance Show
In episode 384 of The Physical Performance Show, Brad Beer and fellow physiotherapist Tim Studley tackle a wide-ranging Q&A on tibial bone stress injuries. Following the recent bone stress injury mini-series and two-part tibial bone stress injury masterclass, Brad and Tim answer listener questions covering chronic tibial stress responses, recurring shin pain, rehabilitation, plyometrics, strength training, anti-inflammatory medications, and how to reduce the risk of future bone stress injuries. The episode explores some of the practical clinical questions that arise when athletes are...
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Ep 383: Prof Franco Impellizzeri on Load Management, Data & the Truth About ACWR
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Physical Performance Show – Episode 383 Show Notes In episode 383 of The Physical Performance Show, host Brad Beer sits down with Professor Franco Impellizzeri, one of the most influential and outspoken voices in athlete load management research, for a wide-ranging conversation on why "load management" is an old concept dressed up in new data, why the acute to chronic workload ratio (ACWR) never held up to scrutiny, and why context — not more metrics — is what separates good decision-making from noise. Show Sponsor: Pillar Performance continues to lead the way in sports nutrition through...
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Ep 382: Tibial Bone Stress Masterclass Part 2 (Fixing Shin Pain & Tibia Injuries)
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Physical Performance Show – Episode 382 Show Notes In this episode of The Physical Performance Show, host Brad Beer sits down with Pogo Physio's Tim Studley for Part 2 of their two-part mini-series on shin pain and tibial bone stress injuries. Having covered diagnosis and differentiation between MTSS and tibial bone stress injuries in Part 1, this episode shifts focus to management — mechanics, return-to-run programming, strength and conditioning, footwear, and terrain considerations for runners recovering from (or trying to prevent) tibial bone stress injury. Show Sponsor: Pillar...
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Ep 381: Tibial Bone Stress Masterclass Part 1 (Shin Pain, Shin Splints or Stress Fracture?)
The Physical Performance Show
In episode 381 of The Physical Performance Show, host Brad Beer — sports and exercise physiotherapist — sits down with Pogo physiotherapist Tim Studley for the first instalment of a two-part mini-series on shin pain and tibial bone stress injuries, following on from their earlier three-part bone stress injury series. This episode is essential listening for runners, coaches, and clinicians alike, unpacking how to tell the difference between medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS/shin splints) and a true tibial bone stress injury — two conditions that can feel identical but require...
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Ep 380: Bone Stress Injuries: Recovery, Rehabilitation & Return to Running (Part 3)
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In episode 380 of The Physical Performance Show, host Brad Beer and Pogo Physio physiotherapist Tim Studley conclude their three-part expert series on bone stress injuries by focusing on what happens after diagnosis. From imaging and prognosis to rehabilitation, return to running, and long-term prevention, this episode provides a practical roadmap for athletes, coaches, and clinicians managing these complex injuries. Brad explains why identifying the underlying causes of a bone stress injury is just as important as healing the bone itself. The discussion covers deloading, progressive...
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Ep 379: Bone Stress Injuries: Risk Factors, Diagnosis & Prevention (Part 2)
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In episode 379 of The Physical Performance Show, host Brad Beer and Pogo Physio physiotherapist Tim Studley continue their three-part expert series on bone stress injuries by shifting the focus from training errors to the biological factors that determine whether an athlete's skeleton can tolerate training demands. This episode explores the critical role of energy availability, bone health, recovery, and risk stratification in both preventing and diagnosing bone stress injuries. Brad shares practical screening strategies developed over two decades of clinical practice, explaining why...
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Ep 378: Bone Stress Injuries: Causes, Symptoms & Early Warning Signs (Part 1)
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In episode 378 of The Physical Performance Show, host Brad Beer is joined by Pogo physiotherapist Tim Studley for the first instalment of a three-part expert series exploring bone stress injuries. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and the latest research, Brad unpacks the mechanisms behind one of the most common and misunderstood injuries affecting endurance athletes. This episode explains how bone stress injuries develop, why they occur, and why they're often missed until they become more serious. Brad and Tim discuss the relationship between training load, bone...
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Ep 377: The Complete Guide to Hamstring Strain Rehabilitation with Nick Kane
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In episode 377 of The Physical Performance Show, Sports Physiotherapist Nick Kane joins host Brad Beer to unpack the rehabilitation of hamstring strain injuries. Nick is the founder and director of SportsMap, one of Australia's leading professional development platforms for sports medicine clinicians. Drawing on more than a decade working in elite sport, including ten years with the Essendon Football Club in the AFL and five years as lead physiotherapist, Nick shares practical, evidence-informed insights into managing one of sport's most common and frustrating injuries. This episode explores...
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The Physical Performance Show is back!
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Brad shares what's happened over the last two years, why there has been infrequency in episode production adn what teh plan is from ehre. Listen into this brief update as he explains what shape the podcast will take and what content you can expect. We want to say a special thank you to you, our loyal listeners. Without youthere wouldn't be this podcast, we deeply apprecaite you.
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Ep 376: Ellie Salthouse — Resilience, Racing Under Pressure & The T100 Comeback
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In episode 376 of The Physical Performance Show, professional triathlete Ellie Salthouse joins Hugh Darnell and Brad Beer for a deeply honest conversation about resilience, pressure, and longevity in elite endurance sport. Recorded following knee surgery and a strong return to racing, this episode unpacks what it truly takes to rebuild confidence, performance, and belief when the path back to the start line is anything but straightforward. Ellie reflects on her Wollongong T100 performance, the physical and mental demands of injury rehabilitation, and the systems that now support her...
info_outlineIn episode 371 of the Physical Performance Show, Charlie Clements, a first contact physiotherapist and specialist in musculoskeletal care based in the UK shares his expertise on the topic of sciatica, particularly as it affects athletes, discussing the prevalence, causes, and different types of leg pain associated with the condition.
Charlie explains the role of disc injuries, inflammation, and nerve root irritation, and provides practical advice on when imaging and interventions like nerve root blocks may be appropriate. Charlie emphasises the importance of patience, staying active through alternative forms of exercise, and seeking qualified healthcare support when needed.
This episode also offers guidance for clinicians on managing sciatica and highlights the value of reassurance and a holistic approach to care.
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