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In this episode, we discuss Physiotherapy within the Paediatric population. We explore: Cervical manual therapy in infants, children and adolescents: yes or no?Evidence based treatment for paediatric conditions e.g. colic, torticollisAppropriate manual therapy technique selection for paediatrics Shared decision making within the paediatric realmThe collaboration of the Paediatric Spinal Task Force👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Masterclasses here - https://physio.network/discussed-nm-ag-jdAnita Gross is an Associate Clinical Professor at McMaster University, where she has directed their advanced orthopedic musculoskeletal program, and is also a respected educator with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and Western University. With a sustained research trajectory, she has made substantial contributions to clinical research in neck and back pain, leading the Cervical Overview Group, a global research collaboration responsible for producing and maintaining Cochrane and other high-quality systematic reviews related to neck pain. Jenifer Dice brings over 25 years of clinical experience delivering pediatric physical therapy across a range of settings, serving patients from birth through adolescence. Currently based near Houston, Texas, Jen balances a full-time Assistant Professor role in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Texas Woman’s University with continued outpatient pediatric practice. Her academic and clinical interests focus on integrating manual therapy approaches into pediatric physical therapy, and her research reflects a commitment to connecting hands-on care with evidence-based inquiry. Associate Professor Nikki Milne is an experienced paediatric physiotherapist, researcher, and educator with over two decades of expertise in child health, fitness, and health professional education. She is the Paediatric Lead for research and coursework in the Physiotherapy Department at Bond University (Gold Coast, Australia) and is also the Assistant Dean of Research for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Medicine at Bond University.  Her research focuses on paediatric motor development, safe and effective paediatric physiotherapy, physiotherapy education, injury prevention in sport, and student-led school health programs. You can find further information on the policies discussed in this podcast here: Position Statement - Open Access Article; Gross, A. R., Olson, K. A., Pool, J., Basson, A., Clewley, D., Dice, J. L., & Milne, N. (2024). Spinal manipulation and mobilisation in paediatrics – an international evidence-based position statement for physiotherapists. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 32(3), 211–233.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode with Soren Skou, we discuss multimorbidity and the impact this can have on us as Physiotherapists. We discuss:The implications of multimorbidity on Physiotherapy treatmentsEvidence for different exercise therapy interventions in this populationQuality of life in this population and how Physiotherapists can impact thisStrategies to encourage behaviour change in this population👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/podcast-skouSøren T. Skou is professor of exercise and human health at the University of Southern Denmark and head of the multiprofessional research and implementation unit PROgrez in Region Zealand Denmark. He has vast research experience within the field of exercise as treatment of chronic conditions and multimorbidity. His main interest is to advance clinical care of people with chronic conditions through evidence-based treatments developed, evaluated and implemented in a close, interprofessional collaboration between patients, clinicians and other stakeholders.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode with Blake, we explore how we can use foot orthoses in various different case presentations in the lower limb. We discuss: Misconceptions about foot orthosesHow and when to use foot orthosesWhat conditions can respond well to foot orthosesDifferences between customised foot orthoses and off the shelf orthosesThis episode is closely tied to Blake’s case study he did with us. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients.👉🏻 Watch Blake’s case study here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-withersBlake Withers is a musculoskeletal podiatrist working in a multidisciplinary sports medicine clinic and a PhD candidate researching running injuries. He lectures in biomechanics and teaches in the Sports Podiatry program at Newcastle University, is a published author, and sits on the Musculoskeletal Special Interest Group board. Blake co-hosts the top-5% global podcast The Sports Medicine Project, delivers national and international education on running and lower-limb injuries, provides global telehealth, and is a regular presenter featured across multiple leading industry platforms.If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @Sarah_Yule from Physio Network👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode, we discuss nutrition post injury and post surgery. We explore: The stress response and the impact of this on recovery from injuryCan macronutrient intake enhance recovery post surgeryAwareness and extent of caloric intake post surgeryWant to learn more about nutrition?  Ben Steele-Turner has recently done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Nutrition for Physiotherapists: Surgery, Rehab & Performance” where he goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch his class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-turnerBen is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist based in the U.K. After completing a Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), Ben completed his MSc in Human Nutrition in 2018. Alongside clinical work, Ben is currently completing a PhD investigating physiotherapist-led weight management for people with knee osteoarthritis, is physiotherapist for Horsham Rugby Club and England Athletics. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/

In this episode, we discuss patellofemoral pain (PFP). We explore: What is happening structurally in PFP? Differential diagnosis around the kneeRole of effusion and crepitus in PFPAssessment of patients with suspected PFPRole of squatting in objective assessments and treatmentWhat factors may lead to chronicityEvidence based management of PFPRole of blood flow restriction within PFPWant to learn more about patellofemoral pain? Claire Robertson has done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Patellofemoral Pain” where she goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch her class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-robertsonClaire Robertson qualified in 1994 with a BSc(hons) Physiotherapy. She has since obtained her MSc Physiotherapy, in 2003, and PGCE in 2006. Claire has worked in the NHS, academia and private practice, and currently runs a specialist patellofemoral clinic at Fortius, London spending an hour per patient and liaising closely with their treating clinician. Claire has lectured internationally and has many research papers and editorials published in internationally peer-reviewed journals.  Dr Lisa Hoglund, PT, PhD, OCS, Cert. MDT is a professor, board-certified orthopedic specialty physiotherapist, and researcher. She has more than 30 years’ experience as a clinician helping people with musculoskeletal conditions of all ages achieve their goals of returning to work, sport, or increased activity. Dr. Hoglund teaches courses in musculoskeletal physical therapy and differential diagnosis at Thomas Jefferson University. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/