[Physio Explained] Do low back pain treatments beat placebo? What the evidence says with Dr Steven Kamper
In this episode with Dr Steven Kamper we discuss an interesting new paper on the effects of various treatments for low back pain vs placebo. We explore:Limitations and strengths of the paperThe key findings of this researchClinical takeaways to use in your practiceAnd more!👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/kamper-podcastDr Steven Kamper is Professor of Allied Health at the School of Health Sciences and Nepean Blue Mountains Local health District. He has over 190 publications in peer-reviewed journals, has presented his work in >10 countries, and received >$5 million in competitive research funding from Australia, Ireland, Canada, and Norway. Steve is senior editor of the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, associate editor in the Cochrane Back and Neck Group, Vice-chair of the Executive Organising Committee of the International Back and Neck Pain Forum. Reference to article - Cashin AG, Furlong BM, Kamper SJ, et al (2025) Analgesic effects of non-surgical and non-interventional treatments for low back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of placebo-controlled randomised trials. BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine, 30, 222-232.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/
--------
14:55
--------
14:55
[Bonus] Treating plantar fasciitis smarter, not harder with Luke Murray
In this episode with Luke Murray we discuss Paul Ingraham’s e-book on plantar fasciitis. We cover:Common causes of plantar fasciitisIs stretching effective for plantar fasciitis?Strengthening for the treatment of plantar fasciitisAnd more!🎁 For a limited time, you can get Paul Ingraham’s 65 chapter e-book on plantar fasciitis for FREE when you join Practicals.👉 Claim this offer here: https://physio.network/practicals-murray1⏳ Don’t miss out - offer ends soon!Luke is a Specialist Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapist who has previously worked for Arsenal Football Club, London Irish Rugby Club & the National Health Service. Luke was a Strength & Conditioning intern at Chiefs Super Rugby & Rowing New Zealand throughout the 2014 season. He has a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science from University of Limerick in Ireland and MSc in Physiotherapy at the University of Brighton in England.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/
--------
17:55
--------
17:55
[Physio Explained] Making waves: aquatic physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions with Dr Sophie Heywood
In this episode with Dr Sophie Heywood, we discuss the role of aquatic physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions. We explore: What does the evidence say about aquatic based physiotherapy? What does aquatic physiotherapy involve?Populations which do well in the pool compared to on landRole of aquatic physiotherapy in chronic painImportance of progressive overloadRole of “drag” in the pool 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/heywood-podcastDr Sophie Heywood is a Titled sports and exercise physiotherapist who has completed a PhD in clinical reasoning, biomechanics and functional aquatic exercise for people with knee osteoarthritis. She currently works at St Vincent’s Hospital, the Melbourne Sports Medicine Centre and Hydro Functional Fitness, and oversees the foundational and advanced training in aquatic physiotherapy at the Australian Physiotherapy Association.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/
--------
18:08
--------
18:08
[Physio Discussed] Hands-on or hands-off? Rethinking manual therapy with Johnny Smith and Darren Collin
In this episode, we discuss manual therapy. We explore: Patient expectations of manual therapyHow does manual therapy work? Current evidence for manual therapyIs manual therapy an important part of our Physiotherapy toolkit? How is the current teaching of manual therapy? What is the future of manual therapy in Physiotherapy? How manual therapy differs between the public and private settingsJohnny Smith is the Director of Thorpes Physiotherapy and has worked in private practice for the last 11 years. Prior to that, he was an Extended Scope Physiotherapist in the NHS. He qualified in 2003 and completed his MSc in Musculoskeletal Medicine in 2008. He have been teaching with SOMM since 2008 and is currently the Chair of Education for the Society and Module Coordinator for the Foundation courses. He is also an injection therapist.Darren currently works as an Advanced Clinical Physiotherapist in Cumbria. He qualified from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2009 and has worked in a variety of settings in the NHS over the past 16 years. He completed his MSc in Musculoskeletal medicine in 2017 and following this completed my Teaching Fellowship with SOMM and have been lecturing on SOMM courses since then. He is now a module co-ordinator on the foundation diploma. He is an injection therapist and a non-medical prescriber. 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/
--------
41:51
--------
41:51
[Physio Explained] Hip dysplasia uncovered: from misdiagnosis to management with Alesha Coonan
In this episode, we discuss everything about hip dysplasia. We explore: How hip dysplasia presents and common misdiagnosisKey subjective questioningMilestones in childhood and the relevance for hip dysplasiaImportance of education around the pathologyWant to learn more about Hip dysplasia? Alesha Coonan and Dr Michael O’Brien recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “The Clinician’s Guide to Hip Dysplasia: Assess, Treat, Manage” where they go into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch their class now with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/masterclass-coonanAlesha is a titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist who works at Melbourne Orthopaedic Group (MOG) Sports Medicine in Melbourne, Australia, treating a wide variety of hip and groin conditions. In addition, she is a tutor with the Hip & Groin Clinic, who provide courses to experienced physiotherapists in the management of hip and groin pathologies. She is involved in clinical research looking into the management of adolescent and adult hip dysplasia and has recently completed a trial looking into the treatment of circus performers with hip pain. 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 @Sarahyule from Physio Network👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Welcome to the world of [Physio Explained], [Physio Discussed], [Expert Physio Q&A], and [Case Studies]—hosted by Sarah Yule and James Armstrong.[Physio Explained] – Our original podcast, Physio Explained, continues to bring you the biggest names in physio, tackling the most clinically relevant topics—all in under 20 minutes. It's the highest value per minute podcast in the physio space.[Physio Discussed] – Our longer-form podcast which launches monthly. In these episodes, two expert guests join our host to dive deep into your favourite topics, exploring varied assessment and treatment approaches to take your clinical expertise to the next level![Expert Physio Q&A] – These podcasts are a snippet taken from our Practicals live Q&A sessions. Held monthly, these sessions give Practicals members the chance to ask their pressing questions and get direct answers from our expert presenters.[Case Studies] – These podcasts feature expert clinicians walking you through real-life patient cases, covering subjective and objective examinations, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning. Each episode offers a unique learning opportunity, with links to our Case Studies service for those who want to explore the case in greater depth.
Ireland