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Noah Mandel

Forward Physio

A Medicine and Health & Fitness podcast

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About the show

Forward Physio is the show that provides high-quality, evidence-based information on the topics of injury, rehab, performance, and health so that you can stay up-to-date and, as a community, we can push the industry forward.

Newest episodes

When Manual Therapy Is A Waste Of Time (And When It Isn't)

16 min

A quick solo episode to discuss whether manual therapy is an "outdated" treatment - is it a waste of time, is it helpful, or does it depend on the context? --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Dr. Susie Spirlock: A Physio’s Journey Through Burnout and Chronic Illness

55 min

Dr. Susie Spirlock, a PT living with POTS, hEDS, endometriosis, and MCAS, joins Noah to talk about burnout, losing your identity to illness, and why “yes, and” beats toxic positivity. It’s a conversation about what happens when the clinician becomes the patient, all while needing to show up for their own patients. --- Susie's Website Susie's Instagram --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Greg Lehman - Is Staying Up to Date Overrated?

49 min

Greg Lehman joined Noah on Forward Physio for the second time to discuss one of his recent Instagram posts on why staying up to date with the research might be overrated.  --- Greg's Website Greg's Instagram The Instagram Post in Question --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

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When Manual Therapy Is A Waste Of Time (And When It Isn't)

16 min

A quick solo episode to discuss whether manual therapy is an "outdated" treatment - is it a waste of time, is it helpful, or does it depend on the context? --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Dr. Susie Spirlock: A Physio’s Journey Through Burnout and Chronic Illness

55 min

Dr. Susie Spirlock, a PT living with POTS, hEDS, endometriosis, and MCAS, joins Noah to talk about burnout, losing your identity to illness, and why “yes, and” beats toxic positivity. It’s a conversation about what happens when the clinician becomes the patient, all while needing to show up for their own patients. --- Susie's Website Susie's Instagram --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Greg Lehman - Is Staying Up to Date Overrated?

49 min

Greg Lehman joined Noah on Forward Physio for the second time to discuss one of his recent Instagram posts on why staying up to date with the research might be overrated.  --- Greg's Website Greg's Instagram The Instagram Post in Question --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Peter Malliaris - Exercise Prescription for Tendinopathy

46 min

Peter Malliaras is considered one of the world's leading experts in tendon pain. He is a sports physiotherapist, researcher, and educator who is internationally recognized for his work in tendinopathy rehabilitation and tendon loading. He is an Associate Professor at Monash University and has authored hundreds of scientific publications focused on tendon pain and rehabilitation. Peter is widely known for helping shape modern evidence-based approaches to tendon rehab, bridging high-level research with practical clinical application for athletes and active populations. --- Peter's Website Peter's Instagram --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

The Physio Business - What They Never Taught You in School w/ Raj Suppiah

1 hr 0 min

Raj Suppiah is a Toronto-based physiotherapist, clinic owner, and business coach to healthcare professionals. He is the co-founder of Foundation Physio, one of Toronto's most recognized physiotherapy brands, and works with clinic owners and clinicians to help them build intentional, values-driven practices. Raj is also a Professional Certified Coach, helping leaders in private practice take back control of their businesses - and themselves. --- Raj's Website  Raj's Instagram Raj's LinkedIn --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Rethinking Chronic Pain (And Why It Matters) - w/ Bahram Jam

59 min

Dr. Bahram Jam is a Toronto-based physiotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience, specializing in persistent pain.  He is the founder and director of the Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute (APTEI) and has taught over 1,000 post-graduate courses to healthcare professionals across Canada and internationally. Most recently, Bahram created PAIN: The Musical - an inspirational theatrical production helping those living with chronic pain improve their relationship with pain and themselves. --- Bahram's Courses https://www.thepaintruth.org https://painmusical.ca Pain The Musical Go Fund Me --- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Shoulder Dislocation Rehab with Ellie Richardson

49 min

In this in-depth interview, shoulder specialist Ellie Richardson shares her expertise on shoulder dislocations, including diagnosis, damages, treatment options, and rehab strategies. Gain insights into decision-making for surgery versus conservative management and learn how to optimize patient outcomes. Ellie Richardson is a specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist in the UK with a clinical focus on shoulder rehabilitation and complex upper-limb injuries. She has extensive experience working across the NHS, private practice, and high-performance sport, collaborating closely with orthopaedic surgeons on the management of shoulder instability and post-operative rehab. Ellie also teaches internationally on shoulder assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-sport testing. Before becoming a physiotherapist, she competed as an elite track cyclist, representing Great Britain and Scotland, which informs her performance-focused approach to rehabilitation. ---- Ellie's Instagram Ellie's Twitter ---- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Hypermobility Disorders: More Than Being "Double Jointed" - with Taylor Goldberg

52 min

Taylor Goldberg joined Noah to discuss hypermobility disorders, separating fact from misconception, exploring diagnosis and treatment, and examining the wide-ranging impact these conditions can have on those who live with them. Taylor is a chiropractor and educator with a special interest in hypermobility disorders. Her work focuses on improving understanding, diagnosis, and management of conditions such as Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes through evidence-informed practice and patient-centered education. ---- https://thehypermobilechiro.com/ Taylor's Instagram  ---- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

New Study: Core Stabilization Exercises are Superior for Low Back Pain...

13 min

In this solo episode, Noah breaks down a new trial that showed core stabilization exercises were better than "conventional physiotherapy" exercises... and why he is skeptical about it.  Enjoy! ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquires: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

How Adam Meakins Actually Helps Patients - Clinical Reasoning in 3 Case Studies

1 hr 14 min

In this episode, Noah was joined again by Adam Meakins - one of the most prominent figures in the world of physiotherapy. Adam is sometimes criticized for just talking about what treatments and practices don't work. So, in this episode, Adam and Noah go over three case studies that help illustrate Adam's clinical reasoning and how he helps his patients.   With over two decades spent as a clinician, a background in strength and conditioning, published literature in scientific journals, and experience teaching his course all around the world, Adam possesses an extensive wealth of knowledge. Enjoy! --- Adam's Instagram Adam's Twitter Adam's Website --- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquires: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Q Willey: The Change of Direction Principles You'll Use Forever

1 hr 32 min

Q Willey and Noah discuss the critical aspects of change of direction in rehabilitation, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking in physiotherapy. He explains how change of direction is essential for athletes returning from injury and how it can be integrated into rehab programs. Q has an undergraduate in Exercise Science, a Master's in Exercise Physiology, and is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Strength and Conditioning Coach. He has a background working with varsity athletes and is well known for his critical thinking and evidence-based perspectives on rehab and performance. ---- https://www.findphysiotherapy.com/ Q's Linktree Q's Instagram  ---- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Stress Fractures and Bone Stress Injuries with Steph Mundt

1 hr 1 min

Noah sat down with Steph Mundt to discuss bone stress injuries - what they are, why they happen, and how to manage them. Steph Mundt is a physical therapist and running coach based in Phoenix, Arizona. Steph’s interest in bone-stress injuries and bone health is rooted in personal experience. Because of that background, she’s deeply passionate about helping other runners and athletes recover safely, rebuild strength, and return to running with confidence. She founded her practice, Volante PT & Performance, with a strong focus on rehabilitation and performance coaching for runners, especially those dealing with bone-stress injuries Enjoy! ---- Steph's Instagram Steph's Clinic ---- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Erik Meira - Rehabbing Achilles Rupture Repairs

1 hr 10 min

Erik Meira joined Noah for the second time on Forward Physio to discuss the principles of early rehab for Achilles rupture repairs. Erik is a physical therapist and educator who is well known for being the first person to start a podcast related to physical therapy back in 2011. Clinically, Erik mainly works with collegiate and professional level athletes. He has authored several articles and textbook chapters, has been a keynote speaker at large conferences, and hosts a variety of courses both in person and online. He is the owner of TheSciencePT.com and the creator of the Elite Rehab Conferences, which currently include conferences on basketball, football, soccer, and hockey. Fun fact: Erik is also a pilot!  Enjoy! https://thesciencept.com/ https://eliterehabconferences.com/ Erik's Twitter Erik's Instagram ---- Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Alec Blenis - Cardio, Longevity, and Training Myths Explained

1 hr 10 min

Can lifting weights alone keep you healthy for life? Or is cardio the real missing link? In this episode, Noah sits down with hybrid athlete Alec Blenis to dive deep into the role of cardiovascular training in health, performance, and longevity. They unpack the myths around zone 2, VO₂ max, and “anti-fragile” training, while highlighting why aerobic conditioning may be the single strongest predictor of lifespan. Whether you’re a coach, clinician, or just someone who wants to train smarter, this conversation will challenge assumptions and give you practical takeaways for a more resilient body. ------- Alec's Website Alec's YouTube Alec's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Ben Cormack: Moving from Biomechanics to Biology

1 hr 0 min

In this episode, Noah was joined by Ben Cormack for the second time on Forward Physio. They discuss why physiotherapists should think less biomechanically and more biologically when it comes to pain. Ben has over two decades of experience helping people in pain. While once working full time in the clinic, Ben has transitioned to playing more of a role in education. He teaches courses all around the world, has multiple published papers, and has presented in multiple conferences. He founded his own education company, Cor-Kinetic, and along side Adam Meakins, is a co-creator of the online educational platform for physical therapists, the Better Clinician Project.   ------- Ben's Education Company, Cor-Kinetic  Better Clinician Project Ben's Instagram Ben's Twitter ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Foot Pain, Ankle Injuries, & The Truth About Orthotics with Podiatrist Blake Withers

53 min

Blake Withers is a Podiatrist, PhD candidate, and lecturer at the University of New Castle where he teaches about biomechanics, rehab, podiatry, and foot orthotics. He is a regular speaker at the National Podiatry Conference, Sports Medicine Australia, and Sports & Exercise Podiatry events, and has presented internationally in Singapore and the UK.  Blake also is the co-host of the Sports Medicine Project podcast, a popular podcast on rehab, pain, and injury. Enjoy! ------- Sport Medicine Project Podcast Blake's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

The Truth About Manual Therapy in 2025 with Dr. Chad Cook

58 min

Dr. Chad Cook is a professor and physical therapist at Duke University in the United States. He has 35 years of clinical experience and 25 years of academic research experience. His primary clinical and research focus is the management of musculoskeletal disorders. With over 400 scientific publications, 50 editorials, 4 textbooks, and $11 million in external funding, he is one of the most prolific scholars in the physical therapy profession. Dr. Cook is the recipient of several top awards in research, teaching, and service within the field of physical therapy. In this episode, Chad and Noah discuss what a modern approach to manual therapy should look like.  Enjoy! ------- Chad's Profile on Duke Chad's Twitter ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Understanding Pelvic Health Physiotherapy with Manon Dauvergne

50 min

Manon Dauvergne is a physiotherapist who is completing her PhD in Sports Science, at the University of La Réunion, focusing on menstrual cycle and neuromuscular performance in female athletes. She trains and treats athletes locally – she works with the Réunion athletics league and a volleyball club, and is specialized in pelvic-perineal health for women. Manon also co-hosts the “Femmes et Sport Podcast” In this episode, Manon and Noah discuss pelvic flood dysfunctions, why they occur, what we can do about them, and some common myths in this area. Enjoy! ------- Manon's Podcast Manon's Instagram Recent Publication on RED-S ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

The Functional vs Non-Functional Exercise Debate w/ Memphis Grizzlies Director of Rehab, Jarred Boyd

1 hr 18 min

Jarred Boyd is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Director of Rehabilitation for the Memphis Grizzlies.  In this episode, Jarred and Noah discuss the debate between functional and non-functional exercises. Jarred brings his knowledge and expertise to the table to deliver a masterclass that will leave listeners with a new perspective on what it means for an exercise to be "functional". Enjoy! ------- Jarred's Blogs Jarred's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Sports Medicine in the UFC with Heather Linden

47 min

Heather Linden is the Senior Director of Sports Medicine of the UFC Performance Institute. In this episode, we discuss Heather's role with the UFC, what it is like working with UFC athletes, key skills and character traits for working in high-performance sports, and important lessons she has learned throughout her career. Enjoy! ------- Heather's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Preventing Fractures and Understanding Bone Health with Dr. Lora Giangregorio

1 hr 7 min

Dr. Giangregorio is a professor at the University of Waterloo and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Bone Health and Exercise Science. She has dedicated her career to understanding how physical activity can help prevent fractures and improve quality of life for those with osteoporosis. She has played a key role in shaping international exercise guidelines and continues to push the boundaries of research in bone health and rehabilitation. In this episode, we dive into the latest evidence on exercise for osteoporosis, discuss practical strategies for clinicians, and explore how we can better support patients in maintaining strong, healthy bones. Enjoy! ------- Lora's Upcoming Study BonES Lab YouTube Channel BonES Lab Facebook Page ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's Website For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Does Chiro Actually Work?

11 min

In this brief episode, Noah explains whether or not chiro "works". ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Quick Update Since I Quit My Job

7 min

In this episode, Noah provides a quick update into his venture of becoming a clinician with his own practice. Enjoy ----- Noah's Instagram For questions, inquires, or requests: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Beyond Biopsychosocial: New Pain Perspectives with Peter Stillwell

48 min

Peter Stilwell is a Canadian pain researcher who currently holds a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Southern Denmark. He is also an Affiliate Member at McGill University in the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences - School of Physical & Occupational Therapy. He has published articles in leading journals in the areas of pain, qualitative methods, philosophy, and medical humanities. He is well-known for his research on an enactive approach to pain. In today's episode, we discuss how the biopsychosocial model is lost in translation, why pain isn't just in the brain, a model for thinking about pain you may not be aware of, and much, much more. Enjoy. ------- Peter's Website ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

How to Handle Achilles Ruptures with Scott Greenberg

57 min

Scott Greenberg is a sports medicine physio with 25 years of experience working with University of Florida Gator athletes, professional athletes, and Olympians. He is the current Manager of Operations for UF Health's Department of Rehabilitation, the director of their sports and orthopedic physical therapy residency programs, and the Membership Chair of the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy.  Scott also co-founded the Gait Geeks, whose mission is to empower healthcare professionals and enthusiasts with specialized knowledge in walking and running gait analysis, and the fabrication and implementation of foot orthoses. ------- The Gait Geeks Scott's X Scott's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Everything You Need to Know About Sciatica w/ Charlie Clements

1 hr 5 min

Charlie Clements is a First Contact Physiotherapist in the UK with a special interest in sciatica. He teaches a course, "Recognizing Red Flags" to help clinicians have the ability to recognize serious pathologies. In this episode, Charlie and Noah discuss common sciatica myths, and the assessment, treatment, and prognosis of sciatica. Enjoy! ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Charlie's Instagram Charlie's Course Charlie's X References from this episode: Steins 2018, SCOPiC Trial, ATLAS Trial, Schmid 2023,  Dove 2023 ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Can We Accelerate Sciatica Recovery?

9 min

How long does it take to recover from sciatica and can we accelerate the process? I break down the SCOPiC trial to help shed some light on this question. ------ Noah's Instagram Noah's YouTube Channel (You can see the video version of the podcast here) noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

I Quit: Why I Walked Away From The Clinic

8 min

In this episode, Noah briefly discusses why he quit his clinical job and what's next. ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Running Related Injuries with Jason Tuori

1 hr 2 min

In this episode, Noah spoke with Jason Tuori. Jason is a sports PT out of Rochester, New York and is the Vice Chair of the Running Special Interest Group of the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy. He is also the host of the popular podcast, PT Inquest. Jason has a special interest in running performance and running related injuries, the latter of which is discussed in great detail in this episode. Enjoy! ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Jason's Instagram Jason's X Jason's Course ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Geoff Ford - How to Conduct the Cross Bracing Protocol

1 hr 0 min

Geoff Ford is a physiotherapist currently working on the Sunshine Coast of Australia. He's an expert in ACL rehab and works directly with Dr. Tom Cross to help patients through the new Cross Bracing Protocol, a procedure that helps facilitate ACL healing without surgical intervention. Geoff is also popular on Instagram where he creates educational content to help empower patients and physios and dispel harmful misinformation. You may know him from his account Be Strong Physio, which is also the name of his physiotherapy practice. ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Geoff's Instagram Geoff's Website Geoff's Podcast ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Chris Juneau - Force Testing 101

1 hr 8 min

Chris Juneau is a Sports Residency and Performance Trained Doctor of Physical Therapy with a Specialization in Athletic Performance, a Masters of Philosophy in Biomechanics, and a Certification in Strength & Conditioning.  He is well known as a co-host to the popular podcast PT Inquest. Chris teaches a course along with Jason Tuori called "Dungeons and Dynamometers" that teaches what force testing is and when, how, and why to use it. ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Chris' Twitter Dungeons and Dynamometers Chris' Website ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

An Update on Shoulder Pain with The Shoulder Physio, Jared Powell

53 min

You may know Jared Powell as the Shoulder Physio. Jared is a physiotherapist and researcher who is currently completing his shoulder-pain-related PhD at Bond University in Gold Coast, Australia.  Jared is an excellent scientific communicator and is known for his evidence-based approach to physiotherapy. He is passionate about philosophy and history and draws from these fields in his approach to physio and research. Jared also teaches a course on the shoulder to physios internationally. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Jared's Website Jared's Research Papers Jared's Instagram Jared's Twitter ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Conquering Burnout + Excelling in Communication with Meredith Grossman

1 hr 3 min

Meredith Grossman is a physiotherapist working in the hospital system in New Orleans. After an experience of working in an environment that prioritized profits over patient outcomes, Meredith began her journey of researching burnout and became passionate about educating others about it. This conversation is all about burnout in healthcare, why it happens and what to do about it, how burnout may influence communication, and some simple techniques to enhance communication with your patients. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Meredith's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

An Ecological Approach to Physio with Jeff Morton

1 hr 7 min

Jeff Morton is a physiotherapist in the UK with 10 years experience. He is currently an Advanced Lower Limb Physiotherapy Practitioner working in the NHS. Today, we discussed some of his areas of expertise, including ecological approaches, biomechanics, and ACL rehab. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Jeff's Website Jeff's New Podcast Jeff's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Talking Tendons with Ebonie Rio

50 min

Ebonie Rio is considered one of the leading experts in tendon pain. She completed her PhD on the topic and has over 100 publications in the field. As a physiotherapist, she has worked with the Australian Institute of Sport, the Australian Ballet, and with Olympic and Paralympic teams.  Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Ebonie's Twitter ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Hip Osteoarthritis with Dr. Joanne Kemp

45 min

Dr. Joanne Kemp is a Sports Physiotherapist, Principal Research Fellow, & Associate Professor at Latrobe Sport & Exercise Medicine Research Centre in Australia.  She publishes research on hip osteoarthritis and femoroacetabular impingement and is also an editor for the British Journal of Sports Medicine.  Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Jo's Twitter ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Stress Fractures with Beau, the Stress Fracture Physio

1 hr 1 min

Beau is a physiotherapist in Sydney, Australia, whose clinical practice revolves around treating runners. As a result, he helps countless people manage stress fractures and has become an expert in the topic through his clinical work, deep dives of the scientific literature, and his experience managing his own stress fracture. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Beau's Instagram Beau's Instagram for Stress Fractures ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

The New Grad and Student Roundtable with Dr. Leada Malek, Zak Gabor, and Diego Hidalgo

1 hr 3 min

Leada Malek, Zak Gabor, and Diego Hidalgo sit down with Noah to  offer guidance and answer the questions of physical therapy new graduates and students. Leada is a physical therapist, adjunct professor, and author in San Francisco, California. Zak is a physical therapist and part owner of the education company, Clinical Athlete, living in Rochester, New York. Diego, also known as Skeptical Physio on Instagram, is a physical therapist in Spain who is well respected among physios for providing high-quality evidence-based information online. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Leada's Instagram Zak's Instagram Diego's Instagram Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

When Does Posture and Movement Quality Matter?

45 min

This is from my appearance on the E3 podcast, hosted by Chris Hughen. We discuss when posture and movement quality is relevant for pain and injury. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ The E3 Podcast  ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Back Pain: Debunking Myths and Outlining a Modern Approach with Wilfried Simon

1 hr 3 min

Wilfried Simon and Noah discuss common back pain myths and what an up-to-date approach to back pain looks like. Will is a physiotherapist and osteopath in Belgium with a specialization in spinal conditions. He is well known on Instagram as The Spine Physio. Today, Noah and Will discuss:  The relevance of posture in back pain.Whether it is possible to prevent back pain.How to know when back pain is serious and what to do about it.And much, much more. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Will's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Applications of Blood Flow Restriction with Dr. Nicholas Rolnick

1 hr 19 min

Dr. Nicholas Rolnick and Noah chat about all things related to blood flow restriction training (BFRT) Nick is a physical therapist, researcher, Adjunct Assistant Professor at Lehman College, and a personal trainer. His main area of expertise is in BFRT and is a published author in this area.  Today, Noah and Steph discuss:  What is BFR?Applications of BFR for muscle hypertrophy, cardiovascular fitness, pain, and more.How to practically apply BFR in a training and rehab context.And much, much more. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Nick's Courses Nick's Clinic Nick's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Virtual Victory in ACL Rehab – Navigating Online Recovery with Steph Allen

1 hr 1 min

Steph Allen and Noah discuss how she broke out of the box and started a fully virtual practice working with ACL patients. Steph is a physiotherapist residing in New York who, after working with ACL patients in person, became frustrated with certain pitfalls of the current system and decided to start her own practice online. She is also the co-founder of the Level Up Initiative, which has now merged with Clinical Athlete to become CALU. Today, Noah and Steph discuss:  Why Steph created her own practice onlineThe inner workings of her practice, the business model, and what online ACL rehab looks like.What return to sport tests are important to look at in an ACL patient And much, much more. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Steph's Instagram ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

The Non-Surgical ACL Rehab Revolution and the Cross Bracing Protocol with Stephanie Filbay

1 hr 9 min

Stephanie Filbay joined Noah to discuss the fascinating topic of ACL healing, non-surgical rehab, and the ground-breaking Cross Bracing Protocol. Steph is a physiotherapist and an NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow, Dame Kate Campbell Fellow and Senior Research Associate within the Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine in the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. She is a leading researcher in the topic of ACL healing and non-surgical rehab. To date, she has already helped publish over 80 journal articles. Today, Noah and Steph discuss:  The extent to which ACLs can heal without surgery.Comparing outcomes of surgical vs non-surgical ACL rehab.The fascinating Cross Bracing Protocol that seems to make ACL healing more likely.Future areas of research in the ACL world.And much, much more. Enjoy!   ------- Become a better physiotherapist with Physio Network's Masterclass video courses. Use this link and enter the code "Noah10" for an exclusive 10% off on Masterclass: Masterclass Video Courses - Physio Network (physio-network.com) ------ Steph's Twitter More information about Steph, including a list of her publications ------ Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Leveraging an Open Mind and Expert Communication Skills in Coaching with Dante Martella

58 min

Dante Martella joins Noah for an in-person podcast to discuss their philosophies to approaching rehab and fitness. Dante is a stength and conditioning coach in Toronto who has 10 years of experience working with the general population and professional athletes.  Today, Noah and Dante discuss:  How their upbringings shaped their approach to physio and coaching.The importance of skepticism in the fields of health science. How to leverage your communication skills to establish stronger relationships with the people you work with.And much, much more. Enjoy! Dante's Instagram Dante's Podcast ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Faraz Sethi - Demystifying the Foot and Ankle, Step by Step

1 hr 7 min

Faraz Sethi joins Noah to add some clarity to one of the more complex areas of the body - the foot and ankle.  Faraz is a first-contact physical therapist in the UK and has 18 years of experience as a clinician. He has a special interest in the foot and ankle and is passionate about applying the biopsychosocial model with his patients. Today, Noah and Faraz discuss:  The scarcity of research around the foot and ankleCommon conditions of the foot and ankle based on regionHow to diagnose and treat various conditions of the foot and ankleHow physical therapists tend to treat this region different from other body partsAnd much, much more.Enjoy! Faraz's Website Faraz's Instagram ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Erik Meira - A Masterclass on the Foundations and Philosophy of Science for PT

1 hr 21 min

Erik Meira joins Noah to discuss how to apply critical thinking and the foundations of science to clinical practice. Erik is a physical therapist and educator who is well known for being the first person to start a podcast related to physical therapy back in 2011. Clinically, Erik mainly works with collegiate and professional level athletes. He has authored several articles and textbook chapters, has been a keynote speaker at large conferences, and hosts a variety of courses both in person and online. Today, Noah and Erik discuss:  Erik's side hobby as a pilotThe foundations of science and how to apply that to PTWhether PT is more of an art than a scienceThe relevance of psychology in the clinicHow to create effective rehab programsWhy lasers for therapeutic purposes are sillyAnd much, much more.Enjoy! Erik's Website   Erik's Twitter Erik's Instagram ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

The Flexing Physio - Opening Up a Clinic and Advice for New Grads

58 min

Dan Chang, better known as The Flexing Physio, joined Noah on the podcast to give new grads and physio student some wisdom. Dan is a physiotherapist and new clinic owner in Melbourne, Australia. He is popular on social media for creating humorous content related to physiotherapy. He also has a podcast, The Flexing Physio, largely aimed at helping new graduates and students navigate the world of physiotherapy. Today, Noah and Dan discuss:  Dan's experience with opening up a new practice.The biggest lessons Dan has learned so far in his career.What it is like to create content on social media as a physiotherapist.Comparing aged care to private practice MSKAnd much, much more.Enjoy! Dan's Instagram Dan's Clinic The Flexing Physio Podcast ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Alan Aragon - Muscle Growth Principles and Nutrition for Healing

1 hr 4 min

Alan Aragon came on the show to discuss the most important keys for gaining muscle as well as what someone's nutrition should look like when they are recovering from an injury. Alan is a nutrition researcher and educator with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. Between publishing numerous papers, writing 2 books, and creating a review of the latest nutrition and fitness research on a monthly basis for the last 15 years, Alan considered to be one of the most influential figures in in the field. Today, Noah and Alan discuss:  Essential principles for growing muscle.How to apply these principles when working with injured individuals.What nutrition should look like for people recovering from muscle strains, connective tissue tears, and fractures.And much, much more.Enjoy! Alan's Website Alan's Instagram Alan's Twitter ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Greg Lehman - Debunking Running Myths and a Masterclass on Critical Thinking

1 hr 4 min

In this episode, Noah spoke with Greg Lehman, a Canadian physiotherapist, strength coach, chiropractor, and educator who is recognized by many to be one of the most well respected thinkers in the world of physical rehab.  Greg completed his training as both a chiropractor and a physiotherapist. He studied spine biomechanics as part of his Master's degree at the University of Waterloo and published a number of papers. He is also an educator, teaching two different courses both online and around the world. His interests and areas of expertise professionally include running related injuries, pain science, back pain, spine biomechanics, and more. Greg is well known for his exceptional critical thinking skills and not being afraid to question peoples beliefs, whether they belong to someone else or they are his own. He is constantly challenging clinicians to think deeper, to be more open-minded, and to approach issues from a different lens. Today, Noah and Greg discuss:  What Movement Optimism is.If heel striking is dangerous for runners.When runners need to "correct" their form.Whether there is a best type of running shoe for preventing injuries.If runners get injured because they do not strength train.Why we should not denigrate manual therapy, or even ultrasound.And much, much more.Enjoy! Greg's Website Greg's Twitter Greg's Instagram ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

Tasha Louie - How To Be An Incredible Mover and Recovering From A Spinal Fracture

44 min

In this episode, Noah was joined by Tasha Louie, a strength and movement coach from the Bay Area in San Francisco.  Tasha is able to perform incredible feats in the gym, simultaneously exhibiting a great deal of strength, flexibility, mobility, and body control.  At first look, many of the things she does do not seem possible to the average gym-goer.  But not to worry! Tasha breaks down the not-so secret secrets that helped her achieve her level of performance. Follow Tasha's Instagram below to become or inspired or to work one-on-one with her, head over to her website. Tasha sat down with Noah to discuss:  How she has become able to achieve the incredible physical feats that she is able to do.What inspired her to start that journeyAdvice for anyone looking to start a similar journeyNavigating all the myths related to fitness and injuryHow Tasha overcame her recent spinal fractureAnd much moreEnjoy! Instagram: @tasha.louie Website: bendermovement.com ---- Noah's Instagram For questions and business inquiries: noahmandelphysio@gmail.com

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