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📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 🏋️‍♀️ Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/Timestamps:01:02 Meniscus Anatomy Explained04:09 Hoop Stress & Meniscus Mechanics06:27 Meniscus Blood Supply & Healing Zones08:00 Meniscus Function & Shock Absorption09:54 Meniscus Tear Prevalence & Risk Factors14:20 Mechanism of Meniscus Injury19:42 Types of Meniscus Tears Overview20:31 Peripheral Meniscus Tears21:14 Vertical & Bucket Handle Tears22:07 Radial & Parrot Beak Tears24:32 Horizontal Cleavage Tears25:47 Complex Meniscus Tears28:14 Degenerative Meniscus Tears31:25 Subjective Examination for Meniscus Tears37:58 Acute vs Degenerative Meniscus Presentation41:04 Objective Examination & Clinical Testing43:28 Swelling, ROM & Strength Testing46:30 Special Tests for Meniscus Tears48:36 McMurray Test Explained51:48 Joint Line Tenderness Test56:00 Thessaly Test Explained58:47 Meniscus Clinical Prediction Cluster1:01:49 MRI Findings & Imaging Accuracy1:03:21 Surgery vs Physical Therapy Overview1:03:42 Meniscectomy vs Meniscus Repair vs Transplant1:04:47 Clinical Practice Guidelines for Degenerative Tears1:08:00 Mechanical Symptoms — Do They Matter?1:12:00 When NOT to Operate on Meniscus Tears1:18:00 Physical Therapy vs Surgery Research1:24:00 Long-Term Outcomes After Meniscus Surgery1:31:00 Meniscus Repair vs Meniscectomy Outcomes1:38:00 Which Meniscus Tears Need Surgery?1:45:00 Indications for Meniscus Repair1:52:00 Meniscus Repair Healing Considerations1:58:00 Root Tears Explained2:05:00 Bucket Handle Tears & Locked Knees2:12:00 Degenerative Meniscus Tear Management2:20:00 Conservative Rehab Principles2:28:00 Activity Modification Strategies2:35:00 Managing Pain & Irrability2:42:00 Restoring Knee Extension & Flexion2:49:00 Quad Strengthening Principles2:56:00 Hamstring Strengthening Considerations3:03:00 Exercise Selection Based on Tear Type3:10:00 Open vs Closed Chain Exercise Considerations3:18:00 Squatting & Compression Forces Explained3:26:00 Programming Rehab Progressions3:34:00 Balance & Neuromuscular Training3:41:00 Return to Running Progressions3:48:00 Plyometric Progressions3:55:00 Return to Sport Considerations4:02:00 Criteria-Based Rehabilitation Principles4:10:00 Post-Operative Rehab Overview4:17:00 Meniscectomy Rehab Guidelines4:24:00 Meniscus Repair Rehab Guidelines4:32:00 Weightbearing Restrictions Explained4:40:00 ROM Restrictions After Repair4:48:00 Protecting the Healing Meniscus4:55:00 Strength Training After Surgery5:02:00 Return to Running After Surgery5:09:00 Return to Sport After Meniscus Surgery5:16:00 Common Rehab Mistakes Clinicians Make5:24:00 Biggest Errors in Meniscus Rehab5:31:00 Final Clinical Pearls & Takeaways⚡ If you want to go deeper:Inside of Fitness Pain Free Insiders Academy, we teach you exactly how to:- Build step-by-step rehab progressions for real patients- Use criteria-based decision making (not guessing)- Stay current with the latest research in under 10 minutes- Get your clinical questions answered*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://wwACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Hip Osteoarthritis Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hip-osteoarthritis-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ When should you actually refer a patient for a total hip replacement vs continue rehab?If you’re a PT, this is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—decisions in managing hip osteoarthritis.In this video, I break down the pros and cons of physical therapy vs total hip replacement for hip OA—so you can make better clinical decisions, set realistic expectations, and avoid common mistakes that lead to poor outcomes.You’ll learn:- When conservative care is enough (and when it’s not)- Key factors that should drive a referral for surgery- What the research actually says about PT vs hip replacement outcomes- How to manage patients who are on the fence about surgery- Common mistakes clinicians make with hip OA rehab🧠 Who this is for:- Physical therapists & PTAs- Athletic Trainers- PT students / new grads- Strength coaches working with hip pain- Clinicians who want to improve decision-making with hip OA⚡ If you want to go deeper:Inside of Fitness Pain Free Insiders Academy, we teach you exactly how to:- Build step-by-step rehab progressions for real patients- Use criteria-based decision making (not guessing)- Stay current with the latest research in under 10 minutes- Get your clinical questions answered🎓 Get started for $1 - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/04/pt-vs-hip-replacement-for-oa-what-the-outcomes-actually-show/⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 PT vs Hip Replacement: What Actually Works?00:16 Why This Decision Matters (Real Patient Scenarios)01:02 Is Physical Therapy Effective for Hip OA?02:11 Can PT Delay Hip Replacement? (Long-Term Data)02:55 How Effective is Hip Replacement Really?03:58 Is Hip Replacement Safe? (What Patients Fear)05:25 Who is Actually at Risk for Complications?06:41 Age, Comorbidities & Surgical Risk08:10 Why Hip Replacements Often Do Well Clinically09:12 True Surgical Risk in Healthy vs Complex Patients10:15 PT vs Surgery: Direct Comparison (NEJM Trial)11:39 Resistance Training Protocol (What They Actually Did)15:51 How Much Does PT Actually Improve Pain?16:42 Surgery vs PT Outcomes (Pain + Function)18:13 Quality of Life & Return to Activity Differences19:44 Objective Performance: Surprisingly Similar?20:29 What Changes Actually Matter to Patients?21:28 Who Can Avoid Surgery?22:05 Safety Comparison: PT vs Surgery23:12 Clinical Takeaways (What You Should Actually Do)23:57 When You SHOULD Recommend Surgery26:14 The Biggest Mistake PTs Make With These Patients*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Hip Osteoarthritis Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hip-osteoarthritis-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/04/best-evidence-based-treatments-for-hip-osteoarthritis-what-actually-works/In today's episode we go over Best Evidence Based Treatments for Hip Osteoarthritis (What Actually Works)  - FPF Show Episode 192If you treat hip osteoarthritis, this video breaks down the latest 2025 clinical practice guidelines so you know exactly what works—and what doesn’t.We cover:Exercise, manual therapy, and educationInjections (PRP, corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid)Weight loss, modalities, and moreWhat actually improves pain, function, and outcomes⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – What Actually Works (Overview)0:48 – Where This Evidence Comes From (2025 Guidelines)2:02 – Exercise Has the STRONGEST Evidence (Grade A)2:24 – Why Supervised Exercise Works Better Than Home Programs2:49 – Exact Exercise Dosage (Frequency, Duration, Timeline)3:33 – Education vs Exercise (What Matters More?)4:49 – Aquatic Exercise (Best Option for Painful Patients)6:59 – Best Strength Exercises for Hip OA (What to Prescribe)7:44 – Functional Training, Gait, and Balance12:02 – Manual Therapy Has Strong Evidence (Yes, Really)14:10 – Dry Needling: New Evidence + When It Works19:20 – The Truth About Outcomes (Why Results Aren’t Dramatic)20:03 – The Most Effective Treatment Strategy (Big Picture)23:00 – Patient Education (What Actually Helps)26:06 – Pain ≠ Damage (Stop Scaring Your Patients)36:18 – Weight Loss: How Much Actually Matters37:06 – Ultrasound & Modalities (Worth It or Not?)45:34 – Corticosteroid Injections (Benefits + Risks)47:06 – Hyaluronic Acid (Why It Doesn’t Work)48:08 – PRP Injections (Hype vs Reality)🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYSExercise is the most effective treatment (especially supervised)Manual therapy and dry needling can help (despite social media trends)Education matters—but not on its ownMost passive treatments and injections have limited or short-term effectsFocus on what actually improves function and long-term outcomes*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Hip Osteoarthritis Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hip-osteoarthritis-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/03/hip-osteoarthritis-what-physical-therapists-are-getting-wrong-evidence-based-guide/In today's episode we go over Hip Osteoarthritis: What Physical Therapists Are Getting WRONG (Evidence-Based Guide)  - FPF Show Episode 191Timestamps:*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/proximal-hamstring-tendinopathy-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/02/proximal-hamstring-tendinopathy-what-the-latest-research-says-you-should-be-doing/In today's episode we go over Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: What the Latest Research Says You Should Be Doing  - FPF Show Episode 190Timestamps:00:00 What PTs MUST Know About Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy 00:40 Key Impairments You’re Probably Missing (Gait, Glutes, Hypermobility) 02:07 FREE Evidence-Based Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Cheat Sheet 03:10 Best Outcome Measures (VISA-H & Patient-Specific Functional Scale) 05:19 The Pain Monitoring Model (Green, Yellow, Red Light System) 07:53 The 2025 JSPT Study That Changes How We Rehab PHT 11:00 The 5-Stage Rehab Model Explained 13:50 Stage 1: Do Isometrics Actually Work? 16:12 Stage 2: Progressive Strength Loading (Sets, Reps, Tempo) 17:26 Stage 3: Why You MUST Train the Entire Kinetic Chain 30:00 Reintroducing Compression (When & How) 31:37 Increase Load First or Range First? 36:14 Stage 5: Energy Storage & Return to Sport Progressions*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/proximal-hamstring-tendinopathy-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/02/proximal-hamstring-tendinopathy-an-evidence-based-guide-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: An Evidence-Based Guide for Physical Therapists  - FPF Show Episode 189Timestamps:00:00 What PTs Need to Know About Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy00:00:31 What Actually Defines Tendinopathy (Pain vs Imaging)00:01:17 Tendon Loading 101: Tensile vs Shear vs Compression00:02:56 Why Hip Flexion = More Compressive Load at the Ischial Tuberosity00:03:28 Free PHT Cheat Sheet (Ad Break)00:04:30 Exercise Selection: Neutral Hip vs Flexed Hip Loading00:05:13 Prevalence & Imaging Reality Check (MRI ≠ Symptoms)00:08:27 Relevant Anatomy: Semimembranosus vs Conjoint Tendon00:11:00 Perimenopausal Considerations & Hormonal Influence00:11:47 Running Biomechanics: Late Swing & Early Stance Demands00:13:01 Coaching Runners: Pelvic Tilt, Trunk Lean & Overstriding00:14:47 End-Stage Rehab for Athletes: Eccentrics, B-Skips & Sprint Prep00:16:23 Mechanism of Injury: Training Errors & Load Spikes00:17:31 Excessive Stretching as a Risk Factor (Yoga/Pilates Trap)00:18:47 Intrinsic Risk Factors: Age, BMI, Hormones, Medications00:19:54 Insiders Academy Promo (Ad Break)00:22:19 Fluoroquinolones & Tendon Rupture Risk00:23:00 Hormone Replacement Therapy & Tendon Pain00:24:01 Compression Debate: When to Unload vs Reload00:26:22 Pathogenesis: What’s Happening Inside the Tendon00:28:29 Clinical Presentation: “Sit Bone” Pain Patterns00:29:54 Warm-Up Effect & 24-Hour Pain Monitoring Model00:31:13 Squatting & Compressive Load Considerations00:31:35 Objective Testing: Max Hip Flexion + Active Knee Extension00:32:20 Strength Testing: Dynamometry & Length-Specific Testing00:32:55 Functional Testing: Jumps, Sprinting & Return-to-Run00:37:34 Clinical Test Cluster for Diagnosis (Arabesque, Bridge, Sitting)00:38:53 Imaging: MRI vs Ultrasound — What Matters?00:41:00 Imaging Doesn’t Always Match Pain00:43:19 Differential Diagnosis: Sciatic, Stress Fracture, Avulsion & Lumbar Referral00:45:00 When It’s Hard to Tell: Radicular vs Tendon Presentation00:45:48 Final Thoughts + Insiders Academy + Hamstring Strain Video*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - IT Band Pain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/it-band-pain-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/01/it-band-syndrome-evidence-based-diagnosis-treatment/In today's episode we go over IT Band Pain - Evidence Based Guide [For Physical Therapists]: FPF Show Episode 187Timeline: *****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Achilles Tendinopathy Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/achilles-tendinopathy-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2026/01/the-best-evidence-based-treatment-strategy-for-achilles-tendinopathy/In today's episode we go over The Best Evidence-Based Treatment Strategy for Achilles Tendinopathy  - FPF Show Episode 187In this discussion, we cover:✅The current evidence on Achilles tendinopathy treatment✅Why progressive tendon loading outperforms passive care✅How to apply isometric, isotonic, and heavy slow resistance loading✅Pain monitoring and flare-up rules for Achilles rehab✅Common mistakes physical therapists make with Achilles loading✅How to progress load safely without delaying return to sport✅When symptoms are acceptable — and when they’re notTimestamps00:00 What Is the Best Loading Protocol for Achilles Tendinopathy?01:19 Isometrics vs Eccentrics vs Heavy Slow Resistance01:51 The Study: 4-Stage Progressive Loading for Achilles Tendinopathy02:32 Why Isometrics Were Included (Lessons from Patellar Tendinopathy)04:59 Do Different Loading Methods Actually Perform Differently?05:48 Pain Monitoring Model vs Dialing Things Back06:59 Study Methods: Who Was Included (and Excluded)?09:44 Treating Chronic vs Acute Achilles Tendinopathy11:04 Outcome Measures Used in the Study12:00 Overview of the 4-Stage Progressive Loading Program12:22 Pain Rules & Progression Criteria (≤3/10 Model)14:09 Should Runners Stop Running With Achilles Tendinopathy?15:04 Stage 1: Isometric Loading (Exact Prescription)16:59 Is This Too Much Volume? Patient Compliance Discussion18:24 Stage 2: Functional Strength + Reduced Isometrics19:24 Weekly Schedule Breakdown (Stage 2)23:51 Stage 3: Heavy Slow Resistance Progression27:19 Stage 4: Plyometrics + Return to Running28:01 Critique: Are Plyometrics Dosed Well Enough?29:46 Return-to-Run Progression (Distances & Speeds)31:23 Final Weekly Program Structure31:25 Results: Did Progressive Loading Work?31:34 VISA-A Improvements at 6 and 12 Months32:12 Tendon Structure Changes on Ultrasound33:36 How Long Does Each Rehab Phase Actually Take?46:04 Achilles Tendon Exercise Progressions (EASY to HARD)*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Gluteal Tendinopathy Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/gluteal-tendinopathy-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes, Credit & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/12/evidence-based-treatment-of-gluteal-tendinopathy-for-rehab-professionals/In today's episode we go over Evidence-Based Treatment of Gluteal Tendinopathy (For Rehab Professionals)  - FPF Show Episode 186There’s a lot of outdated and conflicting advice around gluteal tendinopathy — and much of it isn’t supported by current research.In this video, I break down:👍 What the research actually supports for rehab👍 Why complete rest and passive care often fail👍 How progressive loading fits into tendon recovery👍 Practical implications for real-world patients👍 What to do when convervative treatment failsThis isn’t a research lecture — it’s a clinically relevant breakdown designed to help rehab professionals apply the evidence more effectively.0:00 Introduction1:54 Does gluteal tendinopathy go away with time alone?6:15 How important is education and education in the treatment of gluteal tendinopathy?9:01 Does education and exercise outperform corticosteroid injections in gluteal tendinopathy?10:28 What does education look like for patients with gluteal tendinopathy?12:09 What are evidence based exercises for the treatment of gluteal tendinopathy?16:45 What load management strategies can you use for patients with gluteal tendinopathy?27:24 Is direct loading for the gluteal musculature more effective then SHAM exercise?40:35 Are corticosteroid injections helpful in patients with gluteal tendinopathy?41:37 Are PRP injections helpful for patients with gluteal tendinopathy?53:03 Is extracorporeal shockwave therapy effective in patients with gluteal tendinopathy?1:00:24 Is hormone replacement therapy helpful in the treatment of gluteal tendinopathy?1:10:03 Is TENEX (ultrasound guided percutaneous tenotomy) effective in the treatment of gluteal tendinopathy?1:16:20 Is surgery effective in the treatment of gluteal tendinopathy?1:23:57 What Physical Therapists Need to Know About Femoral Acetabular Impingement Syndrome*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Gluteal Tendinopathy Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/gluteal-tendinopathy-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/12/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-gluteal-tendinopathy/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists Need to Know About Gluteal Tendinopathy  - FPF Show Episode 1850:00 Introduction2:19 What exactly is gluteal tendinopathy?3:32 Is inflammation present in gluteal tendinopathy? Trochanteric bursitis?!?8:25 How common is gluteal tendinopathy?8:48 What are the most common populations to have gluteal tendinopathy?11:45 Does gluteal tendinopathy get better over time without intervention?17:44 What is the relevant anatomy in gluteal tendinopathy?21:13 What about gluteal tendon tears?29:17 Can gluteal tendon tears be treated conservatively?31:21 How does gluteal tendinopathy occur?35:23 What risk factors increase the likelihood of developing gluteal tendinopathy?48:02 What is the clinical presentation of gluteal tendinopathy?48:26 Where do these patients have pain and what activities tend to aggravate gluteal tendinopathy?51:18 What are the best clinical tests (special tests) to diagnose gluteal tendinopathy?56:02 Is imaging warranted for gluteal tendinopathy?57:55 What else presents similar to gluteal tendinopathy? [Differential Diagnosis]1:07:42 Radicular Lower Back Pain MASTER CLASS For Physical Therapists [Disc Herniation]*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Patellar Tendinopathy Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/patellar-tendinopathy/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/11/patellar-tendinopathy-master-class-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over Patellar Tendinopathy MASTER CLASS for Physical Therapists: FPF Show Episode 184*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Hamstring Strain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hamstring-strain-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/11/how-to-diagnose-treat-hamstring-strains-a-physios-guide/In today's episode we go over How To Diagnose & Treat Hamstring Strains - A Physio's Guide - FPF Show Episode 1830:00 Introduction1:03 How is a hamstring strain patient likely to present in the clinic? 4:26 How do we grade the severity of hamstring strain injuries?8:12 What should absolutely be included in the clinical evaluation of hamstring strain injuries?12:13 What should a good subjective examination contain during your examination?12:28 What objective tests should be performed during the examination?15:28 Should physical therapy exercises be pain free during rehabilitation?24:16 If physical therapy exercises are painful will that cause a re-injury during rehabilitation?27:41 What are the exact exercises I should include in my rehabilitation program for patients?31:32 What should be included in phase 1 of rehabilitation? (Exercises, manual therapies)38:11 How do you know when to progress to the next phase and what does phase 2 consist of?47:24 When can patients start running again after a hamstring strain injury?54:26 What does phase 3 of treatment look like?57:33 Example return to running program for a patient after a hamstring strain injury1:01:44 What should athletes pass in order to return back to sport safely after a hamstring strain injury?1:06:08 Is Your Athlete Really Ready to Progress? Learn How Force Plates Can Tell You*****Thumbnail image generated by GeminiWant to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Hamstring Strain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hamstring-strain-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/10/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-hamstring-strain-injuries/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About Hamstring Strains - FPF Show Episode 1820:00 Introduction2:28 Which sports and what activities are hamstring strains common in?3:16 How common are hamstring strains (incidence) & what percentage of all field sport injuries are hamstring strains?5:59 Are injuries higher in match play or practice?7:16 What is the typical time loss from sport from a hamstring strain injury?8:00 What are the re-injury rates after returning from a hamstring strain injury?8:30 How much more likely are patients to have a future hamstring injury after having a previous injury?10:37 Which hamstring muscle is most commonly involved in hamstring strain injuries?11:18 What is the most common mechanism of injury for hamstring strain injuries?14:00 Does having a hamstring strain change the structure of the muscle after injury?15:41 What does a hamstring strain injury look like? (bruising & swelling)19:50 What are the non-modifiable risk factors increasing risk of a hamstring strain injury?26:10 What are the modifiable risk factors for increasing the risk of hamstring strain injuries?46:24 When is surgery recommended after hamstring strain injury?48:20 What factors increase risk of re-injury most?52:44 What are some return to sport tests and criteria that can determine when athletes are ready to get back to sport after hamstring strain injury?54:16 What factors at the time of initial injury will dictate how long it will take to return to play after hamstring strain injury?57:52 Which factors were most predictive of those who return to play after hamstring strain injury?1:01:23 Patellofemoral Pain MASTER Class*****Thumbnail image generated by GeminiWant to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Hip Dysplasia Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hip-dysplasia-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/10/how-to-rehab-after-pao-surgery-evidence-based-strategies/In today's episode we go over How to Rehab After PAO Surgery (Evidence-Based Strategies) - FPF Show Episode 1810:00 Introduction1:32 Do we have any clear research to guide our rehabilitation of patients following PAO surgery?2:57 What exactly is a PAO (periacetabular osteotomy) surgery and why would you need it?5:41 What other surgeries & concomitant pathologies often go hand and hand with PAO?10:21 What are weight bearing guidelines for patients following PAO surgery?13:16 What range of motion (ROM) restrictions should your patients follow after PAO surgery and for how long?18:57 Why protecting the hip flexors is imperative after PAO surgery and how to go about doing it21:49 How to safely introduce and advance hip flexor exercises over time33:00 How to introduce & advance strength exercises for patients with PAO and which exercises are recommended38:59 How to introduce & advance cardiovascular fitness (Biking, elliptical, running timelines)43:04 Return to sport criteria following PAO surgery52:31 What are the average return to sport timeline following PAO surgery?53:39 What are the phases of rehab and when should each phase begin and end?59:22 Hip Labral Repair Rehabilitation [Guide for Physical Therapists]*****Thumbnail image generated by GeminiWant to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link and start to transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs.- https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Patellofemoral Pain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/patellofemoral-pain-evidence-based-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 🎓 Insiders Academy: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/09/patellofemoral-pain-evidence-update-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over a Patellofemoral Pain EVIDENCE UPDATE for Physical Therapists: *****Timeline:0:00 Introduction1:31 Just how big of a problem is patellofemoral pain?4:38 Why patient perspective is important in patients with patellofemoral pain16:36 Which interventions were most effective for treating patellofemoral pain?17:53 Which additional treatments when combined with knee strengthening improved outcomes in patients with patellofemoral pain?18:55 Which interventions provide no additional benefit over knee strengthening exercises alone?19:27 Which interventions showed NO efficacy at all?23:14 What did PATIENTS find most valuable in the treatment of patellofemoral pain?53:12 Key Take-away for physical therapists56:14 Patellofemoral Pain MASTER CLASS for Physical TherapistsWant to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Hip Dysplasia Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hip-dysplasia-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Transform your career with the FREE FPF Mini Course & gets some FREE CEUs for PTs, PTAs & ATCs. https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/09/hip-dysplasia-the-non-surgical-solution-evidence-based-guide/In today's episode we go over 5 Essential Strategies to Manage Adult Hip Dysplasia Without Surgery - FPF Show Episode 1790:00 Introduction0:04 Why should we care about hip dysplasia?1:40 Are there any RCTs looking at physical therapy for dysplasia or comparing surgery (PAO) vs. conservative management?  8:10 Step 1: Activity modification to help unload the hip and allow it to calm down9:51 Step 2: Therapeutic exercise.  Should we use exercise and how do we introduce and advance it?19:45 Should we train the hips flexors in these patients or will we just aggravate them?28:51 Should we stretching our patients with hip dysplasia?35:45 Step 3: How we should be introducing and advancing cardiovascular fitness in our patients with hip dysplasia39:52 Step 4: How should we introduce return to running programs in our patients with hip dysplasia?45:37 How should we introduce plyometric training in our patients with hip dysplasia?50:46 When can hip dysplasia patients return to sport after an onset of pain?54:50 Return to sport criteria for getting back to sport and activity58:39 Step 5: When to refer back to the physician if not progressing.59:56 Should patients with more severe hip dysplasia (less then 20 degrees LCEA) be sent back to the surgeon faster?1:03:19 Diagnosing Hip Dysplasia: What Every PT Needs to Know*****Normal Hip Image source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e3/Biomechanik-H%C3%BCftdysplasie-Normalstellung.svg  Attribution: Original: Redlinux Vector:  Anka Friedrich, CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsDysplasia Hip Image source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Biomechanik-H%C3%BCftdysplasie-dysplastisch.svg Attribution: Original: Redlinux Vector:  Anka Friedrich, CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Patellofemoral Pain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/patellofemoral-pain-evidence-based-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/08/patellofemoral-pain-master-class-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over a Patellofemoral Pain MASTER CLASS for Physical Therapists: *****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Hip Dysplasia Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/hip-dysplasia-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes & References:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/07/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-hip-dysplasia/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About Hip Dysplasia - FPF Show Episode 1770:00 Introduction2:46 What is the definition and background of hip dysplasia?4:17 How common is hip dysplasia and in which populations do we see it most?5:25 Can hip dysplasia be asymptomatic?5:51 Relevant anatomy for hip dysplasia (Why the labrum is so important)7:17 What does a hip with dysplasia look like?8:34 What are relevant risk factors for developing hip dysplasia?18:54 Pathogenesis and mechanism of injury behind hip dysplasia24:23 What is the clinical presentation of hip dysplasia?36:32 What do you expect to see in the physical examination (objective tests) of hip dysplasia?42:49 What radiographic (X-Ray) findings are present with hip dysplasia? (Lateral center edge and Tonnis angle)48:53 Are MRIs needed or useful in patients with hip dysplasia?51:19 Are corticosteroids useful to diagnose hip dysplasia?52:44 What is the differential diagnosis of hip dysplasia?1:09:04 What are treatment options for patients with hip dysplasia?1:09:38 Is physical therapy effective for hip dysplasia?1:11:20 Are cortisone injections helpful for hip dysplasia?1:12:03 What surgeries are used to treat hip dysplasia? (PAO, derotation osteotomy)1:14:06 Which patients are appropriate (and NOT appropriate) for surgery?1:16:46 What does a peri-acetabular osteotomy surgery look like? (PAO)1:17:30 Should dysplasia patients get hip labral repair without PAO?1:19:33 Outcomes and return to sport rates after PAO surgery1:28:50 What Physical Therapists Need to Know About Femoral Acetabular Impingement Syndrome*****Normal Hip Image source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e3/Biomechanik-H%C3%BCftdysplasie-Normalstellung.svg  Attribution: Original: Redlinux Vector:  Anka Friedrich, CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsDysplasia Hip Image source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Biomechanik-H%C3%BCftdysplasie-dysplastisch.svg Attribution: Original: Redlinux Vector:  Anka Friedrich, CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:

📌 FREE Guide - Femoral Acetabular Impingement Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/femoral-acetabular-impingement-syndrome-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/07/hip-labral-repair-rehabilitation-guide-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over Hip Labral Repair Rehabilitation [Guide for Physical Therapists] - FPF Show Episode 1760:00 Introduction3:49 What happens during a hip labral repair surgery?11:28 What are the different rehabilitation phases to be used after hip labral repair surgery?12:38 What is the weight bearing status for these patients after surgery? 13:49 What are the general contraindications after hip labral repair surgery?19:27 What range of motion restrictions are there in the beginning stages of hip labral repair surgery rehabilitation?23:11 What are the early range of motion goals for patients after hip labral repair surgery?25:00 Strategies for restoring early range of motion and strength27:38 Early stage (Phase 1) goals, pitfalls and criteria for progression after hip labral repair surgery35:08 Why we need to be cautious about the introduction and advancement of hip flexor exercises in patients hip labral repair surgery37:14 How to introduce and advance closed chain exercises like squats, deadlifts, lunges and step-ups1:06:04 When can we start the return to sport phase of physical therapy rehabilitation?1:08:23 What type of exercises should be included in the return to sport phase?1:10:50 When can running, cutting, agility, plyometrics and sport specific activities be introduced?1:16:10 What return to sport tests should be used for patients prior to returning to sport hip labral repair surgery?1:20:21 What does an accelerated protocol look like for hip labral repair surgery?1:25:35 What is the return to sport criteria to return to sport after hip labral repair surgery?1:29:20 Hip labral repair surgery protocols*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Knee Osteoarthritis Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/knee-osteoarthritis/ Thanks for watching!🎓 Insiders Academy - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/06/total-knee-replacement-rehabilitation-guide-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED To Know About Knee Replacement Surgery - FPF Show Episode 1750:00 Introduction1:45 Are patients generally satisfied after a knee replacement surgery?2:46 What factors are associated with less satisfaction after a total knee replacement?7:21 Are 20% of patients really NOT satisfied after a total knee replacement?10:06 What's important for recovery after a total knee replacement?15:11 Are there any good protocols or recommendations for rehabilitation for our patients after total knee replacement?28:08 Evidence based recommendations for physical therapy rehabilitation after total knee replacement39:04 What should early stage rehabilitation look like? (0-6 weeks following total knee replacement)39:36 What is important patient education for post-op total knee replacement patients?40:56 Range of motion goals in early stage rehab following total knee replacement45:04 How should we initiate strengthening after surgery and what others strategies can you use to restore the quad?54:07 What should mid-stage rehabilitation look like? (6-12 weeks following total knee replacement?1:03:27 What should late-stage rehabilitation look like? (3+ months following total knee replacement)1:08:48 Key take aways for physical therapists55:46  What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About Knee Replacement Surgery*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Frozen Shoulder Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/frozen-shoulder-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ 🎓 FPF Insiders Academy: Get Started for $1 - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/06/master-frozen-shoulder-treatment-in-2025-complete-guide/In today's episode we go over MASTER Frozen Shoulder Treatment in 2025 - Complete Guide!*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Rotator Cuff Related Pathology - Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" for Clinicians: https://fitnesspainfree.com/rotator-cuff-tendinopathy-and-tear-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!🎓 FPF Insiders Academy: Get Started for $1 - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/06/conquer-rotator-cuff-tendinopathy-diagnosis-treatment-update/In today's episode we go over, Conquering Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: Diagnosis & Treatment Update! FPF Show Episode 1730:00 Introduction0:47 Clinical practice guideline update2:05 Rotator Cuff Disorder background and definition2:32 What type of patients were included in the guidelines? 4:25 Explaining the grades of recommendation for CPGs5:56 What are the grade A recommendations for clinical assessment?8:36 Which special tests should be utilized to diagnose rotator cuff tendinopathy?18:28 Which pharmacological treatments are recommended for the treatment of rotator cuff tendinopathy? (NSAIDS, corticosteroids)31:06 Should acetaminophen or opioids be used to treat rotator cuff tendinopathy?31:29 Should clinicians recommend PRP or hyaluronic acid to patients?34:36 Should clinicians be recommending an active exercise program for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy? If so, which types of exercises are recommended?35:07 Should clinicians be utilizing manual therapies in patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy?  If so, which manual therapies are recommended?38:05 Is patient education recommended for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy, and if so on what?38:24 Should clinicians recommend acupuncture, shockwave therapy or ultrasound for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy?42:06 Should clinicians using taping techniques to reduce pain in the short-term for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy?44:13 What recommendations are there for return to sport following rotator cuff tendinopathy injuries in patients?*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Femoral Acetabular Impingement Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/femoral-acetabular-impingement-syndrome-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/05/femoral-acetabular-impingement-treatment-without-surgery-physical-therapists-guide/In today's episode we go over Femoral Acetabular Impingement Treatment WITHOUT Surgery! [Physical Therapist's Guide] - FPF Show Episode 1720:00 Introduction0:22 What is femoral acetabular impingement syndrome? (FAI)0:52 Can femoral acetabular impingement syndrome be treated without surgery? (study introduction)1:27 Surgery vs. Physical Therapy in patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome (hip labral pathology)7:59 What should a physical therapy program for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome consist of?9:33 How many sessions over how long a period of time should we deliver physical therapy?9:58 What do patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome need to be educated on during physical therapy?11:06 Should patients take anti-inflammatories with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome and for how long?11:30 What manual therapies can be helpful for patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?11:53 Should patients consider a corticosteroid injection in conjunction with physical therapy for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?12:13 Which types of exercises should be used in patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?18:43 Which muscles are weaker in patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?20:34 What percentage of patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome do well with physical therapy and how many go on to get surgery?46:00 When should patients consider surgery for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome over physical therapy?47:15 What Physical Therapists Need to Know About Femoral Acetabular Impingement Syndrome*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders Academy" where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Femoral Acetabular Impingement Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/femoral-acetabular-impingement-syndrome-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/05/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-femoral-acetabular-impingement-syndrome/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About Femoral Acetabular Impingement Syndrome - FPF Show Episode 1710:00 Introduction1:14 What is femoral acetabular impingement syndrome? (FAI)1:59 How common is femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?6:34 What are the most common populations to get femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?7:18 What is the relevant anatomy for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?9:59 What are the different types of femoral acetabular impingement syndrome? (Radiographic findings)13:43 How common are asymptomatic findings in femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?18:50 What are the risk factors for acquiring femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?23:36 Is femoral acetabular impingement syndrome associated with hip arthritis?27:44 What is the mechanism of injury for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?32:21 How do we begin diagnosing femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?36:57 History (subjective) and physical examination (objective) for patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome40:04 Special tests for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome54:38 Using alpha angle to measure how big the CAM morphology is (radiographic findings)55:59 Using the lateral center edge angle to measure how big the Pincer morphology is (radiographic findings)57:25 Using the tonnis angle to measure how big the Pincer morphology is (radiographic findings)1:01:35 Diagnostic imaging for FAI - MRI & MRA arthrogram1:05:56 Are corticosteroids effective for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?1:09:08 What are some red flags to be on the lookout for when diagnosing femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?1:09:57 Differential diagnosis: Arthritis, dysplasia, avascular necrosis, femoral neck bone stress injuries, hip flexor & gluteal tendinopathy, lumbar radicular pain, snapping hip syndrome1:18:45 What are effective treatments for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?1:21:05 How effective is non-surgical management for patients with femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?1:25:14 Is surgery an effective treatment for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?1:27:38 What are contra-indications for surgical management of femoral acetabular impingement syndrome?1:29:16 What are return to sport rates after surgery for femoral acetabular impingement syndrome and are patients returning at the same level of play?1:31:11 The Best Diagnostic Tests for Hip Flexor Strain Injuries*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to trainingACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Knee Osteoarthritis Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/knee-osteoarthritis/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/05/knee-osteoarthritis-best-treatments-non-operative/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED To Know About Knee Replacement Surgery - FPF Show Episode 1700:00 Introduction0:50 What are the different types of knee replacement surgery?1:13 How common are knee replacement surgeries in the US?3:00 What is a partial knee replacement and what are the different types?3:49 How common is partial knee replacement surgery?5:33 When should patients have knee replacement surgery? (When is surgery indicated for knee arthritis?)8:21 How is a knee replacement performed?11:22 Who are good candidates for partial knee replacement? (Surgical indications)14:10 Which surgery has better outcomes and return to sport rates? Total vs. partial knee replacement16:00 How is a partial knee replacement performed?16:34 How long do knee replacements last? (How long do they last before needing a revision surgery?)17:54 Do younger patients need more revision surgery vs. older patients?24:33 How successful is a knee replacement surgery (pain, function, satisfaction levels, quality of life)27:10 Do some patients continue to have pain following knee replacement surgery?31:18 What factors influence success after knee replacement surgery?35:58 Can you return back to sport and recreational activities following knee replacement surgery? (Running, tennis, golf etc.)47:14 Do patients have more success returning to low impact or higher impact sports after knee replacement?47:51 Can patients return to sport following partial knee replacement surgery?50:38 Should you avoid certain activities (like running) following partial knee replacement?51:11 Does activity level influence risk of revision surgery or shorten the lifespan of the knee replacement? (Running, sports, etc.)1:05:44 What Physical Therapists Need to Know About Knee Osteoarthritis*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Knee Osteoarthritis Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/knee-osteoarthritis/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/05/knee-osteoarthritis-best-treatments-non-operative/In today's episode we go over Knee Osteoarthritis BEST Treatments (Non-operative) - FPF Show Episode 1690:00 Introduction1:23 Is non-operative physical therapy treatment effective for knee arthritis?9:57 Are most healthcare providers giving good advice to patients with knee arthritis?23:15 Are shoe insoles helpful for patients with knee arthritis?23:59 Are topical steroids like voltaren gel helpful for knee arthritis?24:51 What does the literature say about exercise? Does exercise need to be delivered in a physical therapy setting? 25:11 Is patient education important for patients with knee arthritis?25:28 Are oral NSAIDs helpful in patients with knee arthritis?25:33 is Tylenol (Acetaminophen) helpful in treating knee arthritis?26:48 Are canes helpful in patients with knee arthritis?27:14 Are braces helpful in patients with knee arthritis?28:12 is hyaluronic acid effective for treating patients with knee arthritis?28:25 Are intra-articular corticosteroid injections effective for treating patients with knee arthritis?30:00 Are supplements supported in the treatment of knee arthritis?31:25 Is manual therapy an effective treatment for knee arthritis?31:38 Is laser treatment or acupuncture effective as a treatment for knee arthritis?33:25 TENs, PRP and shockwave therapy for treating knee arthritis36:05 What common treatments have a LACK of evidence supporting its use for knee arthritis?38:14 Common limiting beliefs in patients with knee arthritis47:28 Is exercise effective in patients with knee arthritis?49:03 What types of exercise are best in patients with knee arthritis?54:09 How diet and nutrition effects knee arthritis and how to bring it up with patients1:05:44 What Physical Therapists Need to Know About Meniscus Injuries*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Knee Osteoarthritis Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/knee-osteoarthritis/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/04/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-knee-osteoarthritis/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About Knee Osteoarthritis - FPF Show Episode 1680:00 Introduction1:03 Definition and background of knee osteoarthritis6:17 What is the economic impact of knee osteoarthritis?7:15 Prevalence of and common populations with knee osteoarthritis10:41 Risk factors for acquiring knee osteoarthritis20:17 Is lack of sleep a pain driver for knee osteoarthritis?22:33 Co-morbidities associated with knee osteoarthritis34:39 Pathogenesis of knee osteoarthritis (How it occurs in the body)36:32 What structures in the joint become involved during knee osteoarthritis?44:46 How is inflammation involved during knee osteoarthritis?45:46 How obesity is linked to knee osteoarthritis51:57 Clinical presentation of knee osteoarthritis53:48 Physical examination of knee osteoarthritis55:41 Differential diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis1:00:30 Diagnostic imaging in the diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Biceps Tendinopathy - Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" for Clinicians: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/biceps-tendinopathy-evidence-based-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Rotator Cuff MASTER COURSE: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/04/master-biceps-tendinopathy-treatment-in-2025-complete-guide/ In today's episode we go over Master Your Biceps Tendinopathy Treatment in 2025 - Complete Guide! FPF Show Episode 167Thumbnail Image:- File URL: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Biceps_brachii_muscle02.png- Attribution: Anatomography, CC BY-SA 2.1 JP https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.1/jp/deed.en via Wikimedia Commons- Edited by fitness pain free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - PCL Injury Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/pcl-injury-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/04/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-pcl-injuries/In today's episode we go over Physical Therapist Guide to PCL Injuries - What You Must Know! - FPF Show Episode 1660:00 Introduction1:23 Prevalence of and common populations with PCL sprain injuries2:50 Functional anatomy of the PCL ligament3:22 Does the PCL ligament heal well?7:10 Should the knee be braced after a PCL sprain injury? (PCL Jack Brace)8:30 How to grade the severity of a PCL injury10:39 What is the function of the PCL? (what movements does it resist?)11:47 What muscles help to support the PCL (dynamic stabilizers)13:18 What is the mechanism of injury for PCL sprains?19:25 History and physical examination of PCL sprains20:55 Special tests for PCL injuries22:27 Are X-rays and MRIs useful for diagnosing PCL sprains?29:49 Differential diagnosis of PCL sprain injuries32:31 Conservative vs. Surgical Management of PCL injuries39:40 Do patients with PCL tears have higher rates of arthritis or meniscus injuries?41:40 What are the return to sports rates of conservative vs. surgical management of PCL injuries?43:23 What should a physical therapy rehabilitation program look like after a PCL injury?54:33 Who should have surgery after a PCL injury? (surgical candidates)56:36 What are the surgical options following PCL tears?58:11 How successful is PCL surgery? (reconstruction outcomes & failure rates)1:02:50 What are the return to sport rates after PCL-reconstruction surgery?1:09:01 Physical therapy rehabilitation guidelines following PCL-reconstruction surgery1:13:07 What Physical Therapists Need to Know About ACL Injuries*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - LCL Injury Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/lcl-injury-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/03/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-lcl-injuries/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About LCL Injuries - FPF Show Episode 1650:00 Introduction1:26 How common are LCL (& posterolateral corner) injuries? (prevalence and incidence)6:21 Are LCL injuries common in isolation or with other ligaments?7:32 What are the most common populations that get LCL injuries?7:59 How do LCL injuries occur? (mechanism of injury)9:44 How do we grade the severity of LCL injuries? (Sprains)11:37 What is the relevant anatomy for LCL injuries?12:18 Anatomy of the posterior lateral corner15:32 What does the LCL and posterior lateral corner do? (biomechanics)17:57 What are the dynamic stabilizers that support the LCL?21:07 History and physical examination for LCL injuries24:58 Objective tests for LCL and posterior lateral corner injuries34:41 Imaging for LCL injuries (X-ray and MRI)37:09 Differential diagnosis of LCL and posterior lateral corner injuries38:49 Conservative vs. surgical management for LCL injuries42:44 Can NFL players get back to sport after isolated LCL injuries? (Grade 3)47:55 Rehabilitation guidelines for non-operative management of LCL injuries51:08 What are the timelines for return to sport following isolated LCL injuries?54:43 Who are good surgical candidates after LCL injuries (& posterior lateral injuries)55:41 What is the surgical technique for LCL injuries? (Repair vs. reconstruction)58:28 Guidelines for concomitant injuries (ACL + PCL, multi-ligament injuries)1:00:16 Rehabilitation guidelines after LCL and posterior lateral corner surgery1:03:29 Return to sport rates after LCL and posterior lateral corner surgery1:13:07 What PTs need to know about MCL injuries*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - MCL Injury Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/mcl-injury-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 👉 Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/03/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-mcl-injuries/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About MCL Injuries - FPF Show Episode 1640:00 Introduction1:32 How common are MCL injuries? (prevalence and incidence)3:01 What are the most common populations that get MCL injuries?4:29 How do MCL injuries occur? (mechanism of injury)5:29 How do you grade the severity of MCL injuries?7:54 What is the relevant anatomy for MCL injuries?8:50 Do MCL injuries tend to heal well on their own?10:58 What is the posterior medial corner and why do we need to assess it?14:04 What does the MCL do? (biomechanics)17:59 Which muscles help to support the MCL?19:13 History and physical examination of MCL injuries22:18 Special tests to help diagnose MCL injuries (objective measurements)24:39 Should we use MRI and X-ray to help in the diagnosis of MCL injuries?29:51 What other injuries behave similarly to an MCL injury? (Differential diagnosis)32:02 Are MCL injuries typically treat conservatively or with surgery?33:13 Physical therapy rehabilitation guidelines following MCL injuries (non-op)37:22 What are the return to sport timelines after an MCL injury?38:45 Which MCL injury patients are candidates for surgery?41:40 What happens if you have an MCL injury WITH an ACL injury?45:24 What surgical technique is used for MCL injuries? (repair vs. reconstruction)48:31 Physical therapy rehabilitation guidelines after MCL surgery51:24 Return to sport timelines following MCL surgery55:44 What physical therapists need to know about ACL injuries*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Knee Articular Cartilage Injury Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/articular-cartilage-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Rotator Cuff MASTER Course (Insiders) - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/03/cartilage-injuries-a-guide-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over CARTILAGE Injuries: A Guide for Physical Therapists - FPF Show Episode 1630:00 Introduction2:19 Can cartilage injuries be managed with physical therapy? (Conservative Management)7:10 Does a cartilage injury increase the risk of knee osteoarthritis (or speed it up) over the course of time?9:16 How long should you perform physical therapy before deciding to go for surgery?11:02 When is surgery indicated for articular cartilage injuries?16:59 Why would you consider conservative management over surgery?19:34 What should non-operative physical therapy look like for these patients?30:45 What are the different types of cartilage surgeries? (Microfracture, OATs, ACI, MACI)32:06 What are the return to sport rates after articular cartilage surgeries?37:48 What factors influence the ability of an athlete to return to sport after articular cartilage injuries?44:17 How does a cartilage surgery compare to other knee surgeries from a return to sport perspective?48:37 Nine principles of post-operative rehab57:14 Weight bearing guidelines and criteria for progression after articular cartilage surgery1:01:03 12 Keys to Post-Operative ACL-Reconstruction Physical Therapy*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Knee Articular Cartilage Injury Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/articular-cartilage-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/02/articular-cartilage-injuries-what-pts-need-to-know/In today's episode we go over Cartilage Injuries - Physical Therapists NEED to Know - FPF Show Episode 1600:00 Introduction2:36 What is an articular cartilage injury? (defect) 3:55 Does articular cartilage heal after an injury?4:52 What is the function of articular cartilage within the knee joint?7:57 How do we grade injury severity? and which grades are potential candidates for surgery?11:16 How common are articular cartilage injuries in the knee? (Incidence & Prevalence)13:47 Is the incidence higher in athletes? and are these injuries all symptomatic?14:21 Where in the knee are most patients getting injuries?17:10 What's the impact on a meniscus and / or ACL injury on articular cartilage?22:40 How do these patient present clinically?28:12 What subjective data helps us to rule in cartilage injuries?31:52 Is diagnostic imaging (MRI, X-ray) helpful for diagnosing articular cartilage injuries in the knee?33:08 What are the different types of surgeries indicated for patients with cartilage injuries?34:57 What is a microfracture procedure? Who is the best candidate for the surgery? Pros and cons of the surgery.37:04 Do microfracture procedures have good return to sport rates?40:27 What is the OATs procedure? Who is it best for? What are the pros and cons? How successful is this procedure for returning athletes to sport?43:05 What is the ACI? Who is it best for? What are the pros and cons? What are the return to sport rates?47:05 What is the MACI? Who is it best for? What are the pros and cons? What are the return to sport rates?49:05 What type of procedure is going to be best for YOUR patient?*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE excerpt from our latest book, "Rock Solid Resiliency" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/rock-solid-resilience-book-excerpt-lead-magnet/📌 Grab a copy of "Rock Solid Resiliency" from amazon.com - http://bit.ly/4jMf4OS 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/02/dean-somerset-reveals-secret-to-fitness-pain-free/In today's episode Dean Somerset Reveals SECRET to Fitness Pain Free - FPF Show Episode 1610:00 Introduction0:47 Why You Should Listen to Dean Somerset3:16 The reasoning behind our new book, "Rock Solid Resilience"5:32 One of the biggest problems with strength training hard in the gym5:59 What things actually cause an injury?9:45 Is technique actually relevant from an injury perspective?14:16 The importance of tracking volume in your training and being cautious with "spikes" in volume19:30 What to do if you have a history of low back pain to reduce future injury24:01 How to use modification ladders to train smarter when injured29:49 What to do if you have a big competition coming up and can't afford to stop training due to an injury32:08 How your level of recovery (sleep, diet, stress) correlates to injury and dictates how hard you should push in the gym 38:00 Autoregulation - How to use a training journal to train based on how well recovered you are42:32 Why people NEED to keep hurting themselves in the gym...42:49 How psychology relates to injury and what to do to protect yourself47:57 Key take-aways for longevity in training*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - ACL-Reconstruction Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/acl-reconstruction-exercise-prescription-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/01/12-keys-to-post-operative-acl-reconstruction-physical-therapy/In today's episode we go over Do You Need Physical Therapy BEFORE ACL-Reconstruction Surgery? - FPF Show Episode 1590:00 Introduction2:34 Key #1 - Why having a successful pre-operative phase is imperative7:19 Key #2 - How to reduce post-operative pain and swelling12:15 Key #3 - How to restore full knee ROM20:48 Key #4 - Individualize based on the individual (graft type, concomitant pathology, sport, individual deficits)28:37 Key #5 - Improving volitional quad control (exercise, NMES, BFR etc.)33:50 Key #6 - Progressive loading for the quadriceps38:22 Key #7 - Building a comprehensive program (strength, neurocog, perturbations)44:44 Key #8 - Progress via timelines & criteria based (LSI, torque, etc)52:37 Key #9 - Psychological readiness - critical for RTS1:02:07 Key #10 - Return to sport testing battery and timelines1:15:32 Key #11 - Collaborate with others for RTS decision making (patient, family, surgeon, psychologist, coaches)1:17:49 Key #12 - The MOST important key (You'll have to watch ;)*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - ACL-Reconstruction Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/acl-reconstruction-exercise-prescription-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/01/do-you-need-physical-therapy-before-acl-reconstruction-surgery/In today's episode we go over Do You Need Physical Therapy BEFORE ACL-Reconstruction Surgery? - FPF Show Episode 1590:00 Introduction0:54 Do we have evidence to help decide if patients should perform physical therapy before ACL-reconstruction?1:40 What does PREHAB before ACL-reconstruction consist of?2:07 Does PREHAB improve SHORT-TERM (3 months) outcomes (strength, hop tests, function, pain) AFTER ACL-reconstruction?4:35 Evidence Review: Does PREHAB improve LONG-TERM (2 year) outcomes AFTER ACL-reconstruction?10:40 What SHOULD a prehab program consist of and how long should you prehab prior to surgery?18:09 Does having a PRE-op quad deficit (weakness) lead to increased weakness 2 years AFTER surgery?25:04 Shoulder you include plyometrics PRIOR to ACL-reconstruction surgery as part of prehab?26:50 Should neuromuscular exercises be included as a part of prehab programs and what's the rationale?31:14 What is the evidence based physical therapy checklist for proper prehab prior to ACL-reconstruction surgery?*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - ACL-Reconstruction Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/acl-reconstruction-exercise-prescription-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/01/acl-tear-surgery-face-off-which-is-best-for-patients/In today's episode we go over ACL Tear Surgery FACE-OFF [Which is BEST for Patients?] - FPF Show Episode 1580:00 Introduction3:24 What is ACL Reconstruction and what are the goals of the surgery?8:01 What are the graft choices for ACL-R? [Auto & allograft, patellar, quad, hamstring]11:47 Is the graft as strong as the native ACL? [Load to failure]17:33 How long does it take for the ACL-R graft to fully heal over time? [Ligamentization]24:31 Which graft type has the best patient reported outcome measure?26:07 Which graft types have the highest and lowest failure (and re-tear) rates?33:31 Which graft type results in the best quadriceps and hamstring strength over time?35:35 Which graft type has the best return to sport rate?41:29 Which graft type has most donor site morbidity (issues due to harvesting the graft) and complications?46:36 Quad tendon graft: ideal patient, pros and cons48:24 Bone patellar tendon bone graft: ideal patient, pros and cons49:41 Hamstring tendon graft: ideal patient, pros and cons52:16 Allograft: ideal patient, pros and cons54:05 What is a Lateral Extra-articular Tenodesis? Why would a surgeon use this procedure along with an ACL-R?57:08 Which patients are appropriate for the addition of a lateral extra-articular tenodesis?58:11 Can you repair the ACL ligament and is this a viable surgery?1:01:27 What is the bridge enhanced ACL repair [BEAR] procedure?1:05:54 BEAR procedure vs. ACL-R [outcomes, return to sport, re-injury rates]*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - ACL-Reconstruction Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/acl-reconstruction-exercise-prescription-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/01/surgery-vs-physical-therapy-for-acl-tears/In today's episode we go over Do You Really NEED Surgery After an ACL Tear? - FPF Show Episode 1570:00 Introduction2:52 What does rehab consist of for patients who undergo physical therapy?4:52 Do ACL tears (complete) heal over time? What percentage of patients heal? 5:13 If the ligament is showing "continuity" or healing, does that mean it's strong?6:36 Does the "cross-bracing protocol" increase the likelihood the ACL heals?9:01 What does the cross-bracing protocol consist of? [Rehab protocol as well]12:30 Do conservatively treated ACLs that heal re-tear at a higher rate compared to ACL reconstruction surgery?16:14 What surgery is considered the goal standard that is compared against conservative management? (ACL-R)20:35 Do all types of ACL sprains need surgery?  Which are candidates for physical therapy and not?26:29 Is conservative management an appropriate option for patients after a complete ACL tear? and do we have answers to this question?31:06 Do ACL tears treated with physical therapy have better knee function and health then surgically treated ACLs?36:10 Do patients get back to a higher level of function with surgery or physical therapy?36:55 Do patients treated conservatively have more laxity in the knee without surgery?38:03 Do patients have more longterm arthritis if you don't have ACL reconstruction surgery?49:16 Are return to sport rates better with physical therapy alone or with surgery?51:13 Can athletes return to pivoting sports without surgery?52:22 Which sports can conservatively managed athletes return to and which do they have a harder time returning to? 58:01 If your patient doesn't have ACL reconstruction surgery does that increase rates of meniscus injury?1:04:28 Should your patient have ACL-reconstruction surgery or not?*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - ACL-Reconstruction Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/acl-reconstruction-exercise-prescription-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2025/01/acl-injury-clinical-examination-evidence-based-review/In today's episode we go over Clinical Examination of ACL Injuries [Evidence Based Guide] - FPF Show Episode 1560:00 Introduction1:42 What should your subjective examination contain for ACL clinical exam? [Injury mechanism, pain, swelling, history of a "pop"]5:10 What should the objective examination contain when diagnosing ACL injuries? [Gait, ROM, strength, swelling, special tests]16:26 What are the most common and best special tests for diagnosing ACL injuries?23:27 Which test is the BEST overall? [SENSITIVE and SPECIFIC]24:31 Is the lever test worth using in your examination?28:59 If we cluster tests together does that enhance test accuracy?30:04 If we combine subjective information with objective tests does that improve diagnostic accuracy?35:56 What to do if you suspect your patient has an ACL injury*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - ACL-Reconstruction Evidence Based Exercise "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/acl-reconstruction-exercise-prescription-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/12/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-acl-injuries/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists NEED to Know About ACL Injuries - FPF Show Episode 1550:00 Introduction0:46 How common are ACL Injuries? (Prevalence)3:06 In What populations (age, sport, gender) are ACL injuries most common?5:27 ACL anatomy basics7:50 What is the function of the ACL?9:16 What is the primary mechanism of injury for ACL tears?15:45 Is dynamic valgus the only way you can tear your ACL?23:28 What anatomic risk factors increase risk of ACL Injury? (Hyperextension, laxity, notch size etc.)26:19 What factors increase the risk of re-injury after already having an ACL-Reconstruction surgery?29:12 What intrinsic factors increase risk of ACL injury? (Quad to hamstring strength, quad strength, experience)33:27 What extrinsic factors increase risk of ACL injury? (weather, shoes etc)38:34 Does the sport played, gender or level of competition influence risk of injury?*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/11/surgery-vs-physical-therapy-for-meniscus-tears-which-one-wins/In today's episode we go over 6 Step Treatment Plan for Meniscus Repair Physical Therapy - FPF Show Episode 1540:00 Introduction2:28 Does the type of tear matter for post-op rehab? (Hoop strained maintained or not)4:41 How the location of the tear matters for rehabilitation6:26 Do chronic tears heal slower then acute tears?6:40 How tear SIZE dictates rehab speed6:57 How concomitant pathology changes the game (ACL tears, cartilage injuries etc.)7:29 Does age play a role with speed of meniscus tear rehab progression?11:39 Surgeon Concensus: Weightbearing timelines, ROM restrictions, accelerated vs. delayed rehab, bracing16:46 How to PROTECT the healing meniscus repair after surgery21:49 How to restore range of motion after meniscus repair29:50 How to MAINTAIN strength and fitness following a meniscus repair35:19 How to REDUCE arthrogenic muscle inhibition of the quads after surgery44:10 How to progress strength exercises for your meniscus repair patients over time52:26 How depth of squats and single leg exercises dictates strain on the meniscus53:55 Why stress increases on the meniscus [medial] in the bottom of the squat55:46 How double leg exercises (squat) strain the lateral meniscus more then single leg exercises56:49 How speed of movement and load increases strain on the meniscus57:09 Return to sport testing and progressions1:04:22 Return to sport timelines1:07:40 Case Study - Meniscus Repair Surgery Physical Therapy [Case Study - Powerlifter Chrissy Peracchi]Medial Meniscus Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Medial_Meniscus_Injury.png Attribution: BruceBlaus / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) Edited by fitness pain free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching! 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/12/meniscus-tear-the-evidence-based-non-operative-physical-therapy-treatment-guide/In today's episode we go over Evidence Based Treatment of Non-operative Meniscus Tears: FPF Show Episode 1530:00 Introduction2:08 Is non-operative rehabilitation possible for all meniscus tears?8:10 Is non-operative rehabilitation possible or best for TRAUMATIC meniscus tears?12:38 Surgery vs. Physical Therapy [Chronic vs Acute Tears] and do mechanical symptoms play a role?19:46 What did patients perform as part of physical therapy in studies that show a benefit from non-operative treatment?25:41 How to perform patient education for meniscus tear patients35:10 Exercise prescription principles for your meniscus patients37:02 How different exercises stress the medial vs. lateral meniscus during exercise38:35 How forces across the joint increase based on the intensity of exercise chosen38:51 How stress changes in the knee during deep vs. shallow squats41:39 Acute phase rehabilitation principles (ROM, Gait, Muscle Inhibition, Swelling)48:56 Intermediate phase rehabilitation principles (Strengthening, Plyometrics, Running)54:25 Advanced phase rehabilitation principles (Strength testing, force plate data, sprint, change of direction)56:16 Keys for returning athletes back to sport after injury58:23 Should patients consider orthobiologics as part of their rehabilitation? (PRP)1:04:22 Case Study - Non-operative Physical Therapy Treatment of Meniscus TearMedial Meniscus Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Medial_Meniscus_Injury.png Attribution: BruceBlaus / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) Edited by fitness pain free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Shoulder Instability and Labral Pathology - Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" for Clinicians: https://fitnesspainfree.com/shoulder-instability/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/04/6-keys-to-shoulder-instability-physical-therapy/In today's episode we go over a Shoulder Instability MASTER Class for Physical Therapists*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Rotator Cuff MASTER COURSE: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/11/meniscus-tear-surgeries-compared-which-is-best-for-your-patients-literature-review/In today's episode we go over Meniscus Tear Surgeries Compared Which is BEST for Your Patients? [Literature Review] FPF Show Episode 1520:00 Introduction3:03 What are the different types of surgeries for meniscus tears?7:57 What is a meniscectomy?8:37 How common is the meniscectomy?9:39 Is a meniscectomy a quick fix for patients?14:43 How does a medial meniscectomy compare to a lateral meniscectomy?16:08 Is the lateral meniscectomy worse then a medial meniscus?20:55 Why are medial meniscectomies more common?22: 42 What are outcomes like after meniscectomies?26:36 What are the return to sport rates after meniscectomies?33:04 What is a meniscus repair?33:58 Should you consider meniscus repair over meniscus removal and why you should.36:33 What are the outcomes like after meniscus repair?37:18 What factors influence outcomes after meniscus repair?41:02 What are the return to sport rates after meniscus repair?43:38 Meniscectomy vs. repair when returning to sport53:16 Does the meniscus ever re-tear after repair?  If so what are the rates when does this occur on average?55:20 Who are the best candidates for meniscus repair?59:36 Does adding PRP to a meniscus repair improve outcomes?1:02:04 What is a meniscus transplant?1:03:00 Who is a good candidate for a meniscus transplant?1:06:46 What are the outcomes of a meniscus transplant?1:09:28 What are the return to sport rates after a meniscus transplant?1:12:27 - ​What Physical Therapists Need to Know About MENISCUS InjuriesMedial Meniscus Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Medial_Meniscus_Injury.png Attribution: BruceBlaus / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) Edited by fitness pain free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/11/guide-to-diagnosing-meniscus-tears-for-physical-therapists/In today's episode we go over Guide to Diagnosing Meniscus Tears for Physical Therapists: FPF Show Episode 1500:00 Introduction1:04 What are some common complaints in patients with meniscal tears? (Acute tears)5:45 What is the presentation of patients with chronic meniscus tears? (Degenerative)10:55 What do the clinical practice guidelines recommend for diagnosis of meniscus tears?17:29 What patients have a meniscus tear, where is the pain located?19:02 What are the best special tests for diagnosing meniscus pathology?29:30 If we combine subjective complaints and objective tests does that improve validity of our diagnosis?30:14 Can we improve sensitivity and specificity by combining special tests?32:20 Should you send patients for imaging (MRI) after a meniscal tear?Meniscus Image: file source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a8/Gray349.png attribution: Henry Vandyke Carter, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Edited by Fitness Pain Free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/11/surgery-vs-physical-therapy-for-meniscus-tears-which-one-wins/In today's episode we go over Surgery vs Physical Therapy for MENISCUS TEARS Which One Wins? FPF Show Episode 1510:00 Introduction0:48 What are the surgical options for meniscus surgery? (repair, meniscectomy, transplant)2:05 BJSM clinical practice guideline recommendations for meniscus surgery in degenerative meniscus tears5:42 Is meniscectomy surgery superior to physical therapy treatment for degenerative meniscus tears?10:10 Do all patients with degenerative meniscus tears have success with physical therapy or do some go on to have surgery?14:43 How does a SHAM (fake) meniscectomy surgery compare to a real surgery (meniscectomy)?19:39 Does meniscectomy outperform physical therapy in ACUTE TRAUMATIC meniscus tears?23:29 Does meniscectomy OR repair outperform physical therapy in traumatic meniscus tears? (1-2 year outcomes)31:59 Do meniscus tears heal on their own? (Spontaneous healing rates - Non-operatively)40:57 Do mechanical symptoms improve more with physical therapy or surgery in degenerative meniscal tears?44:44 Do mechanical symptoms improve more with physical therapy or surgery in acute traumatic tears?49:51 Which patients are the best candidates for physical therapy management?50:58 Which patients are best candidates for meniscus surgery (Acute Tears)?53:46 Which patients are best candidates for meniscus surgery (Degenerative Tears)?54:00 How long should patients perform physical therapy and wait before considering surgery?Medial Meniscus Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Medial_Meniscus_Injury.png Attribution: BruceBlaus / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) Edited by fitness pain free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

FPF Certification Pre-sale Enrollment (Save $300) with FREE Mini-course: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 📌 FREE Guide - Meniscus Pathology Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/clone-of-meniscus-pathology-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/10/what-physical-therapists-need-to-know-about-meniscus-injuries/In today's episode we go over What Physical Therapists Need to Know About MENISCUS Injuries: FPF Show Episode 1490:00 Introduction1:09 Relevant anatomy of the meniscus4:44 "Hoop strain" and it's relevance for speed of physical therapy progress and surgery5:14 Does the meniscus heal after injury?6:40 Which parts of the meniscus heal best and are therefore better surgical candidates and potential areas that spontaneously heal?8:15 What is the function of the meniscus?8:42 What happens when patients loses a part of their meniscus? 10:15 How common are meniscus injuries and who typically gets them? (Prevalence)17:26 Are meniscus tears more common with sports participation?18:04 How does ACL deficiency (a lack of an ACL) influence future risk of meniscus injuries?21:00 What is the mechanism of injury for meniscus tears? (How do meniscus tears occur?)22:38 What are the different types of meniscus tears?32:04 What are the rates of meniscus tears (degenerative) as we age?Meniscus Image: file source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a8/Gray349.png attribution: Henry Vandyke Carter, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Edited by Fitness Pain Free LLC*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

FPF Certification Pre-sale Enrollment (Save $300) with FREE Mini-course: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 📌 FREE Guide - Osgood-Schlatter Disease Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/osgood-schlatter-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!Rotator Cuff MASTER COURSE: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/09/pes-anserine-pain-what-physical-therapists-should-know/In today's episode we go over OSGOOD-SCHLATTER Disease - What Physical Therapists Need to Know: FPF Show Episode 1480:00 Introduction1:19 Relevant anatomy associated with osgood-schlatter disease2:01 Definition and diagnosis of osgood-schlatter disease5:09 What are the most common populations that have osgood-schlatter disease?7:56 How long does osgood-schlatter disease last? [Prognosis]11:54 What evidence based treatments exist for osgood-schlatter disease?23:32 How do you advance exercises for patients with osgood-schlatter disease?29:13 How do you figure out which activities are appropriate for patients with osgood-schlatter disease and which are not?33:02 How well does physical therapy work for patients with osgood-schlatter disease?36:26 What percentage of patients return to sport after osgood-schlatter disease and how long does it take to return?40:42 What other treatments are effective if physical therapy fails? (Surgery)*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/ACL REHAB MASTERCLASS - A Complete Guide to Criteria-Based Rehabilitation, Testing, and Return to Sport: On Sale Now Until Sunday at Midnight [Sale $100]: https://mikereinold.com/acl-rehab-masterclass/#join

FPF Certification Pre-sale Enrollment with FREE Mini-course: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ 📌 FREE Guide - Pes Anserine Pain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/pes-anserine-pain-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!Rotator Cuff MASTER COURSE: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/09/pes-anserine-pain-what-physical-therapists-should-know/In today's episode we go over Pes Anserine Pain - What Physical Therapists Should Know: FPF Show Episode 1470:00 Introduction1:35 What is the relevant anatomy of the pes anserine muscles and tendons?4:41 Anatomy of the pes anserine bursa7:16 Mechanism of injury for pes anserine pain11:38 What is the prevalence of pes anserine pain?15:11 What are risk factors for pes anserine pain?21:10 What is the pathophysiology of pes anserine pain?25:08 How do we diagnose patients with pes anserine pain?29:44 What objective measures are important for patients with suspected pes anserine pain?33:57 Differential diagnosis for pes anserine pain40:52 What is the prognosis of patients with pes anserine pain?42:23 What physical therapy treatments have shown to be effective for pes anserine pain?51:59 What treatments can be helpful when physical therapy fails? (Cortisone, PRP, shockwave, surgery)*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/

📌 FREE Guide - IT Band Pain Evidence Based "Cheat Sheet" https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/it-band-pain-cheat-sheet-lead-magnet/ Thanks for watching!Rotator Cuff MASTER COURSE: https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/ 👉 Check out the FPF Mini Course with "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/ Show Notes:- https://fitnesspainfree.com/2024/09/it-band-pain-3-keys-to-physical-therapy-treatment/In today's episode we go over IT Band PAIN - 3 Keys to Physical Therapy Treatment: FPF Show Episode 1460:00 Introduction1:08 How common is IT Band Pain?1:27 What population is IT Band Pain most common in?4:15 What is the relevant anatomy for IT Band Pain?5:10 What is the function of the IT Band?7:09 What functional activities load the IT Band most?9:35 Does the IT Band "Snap" over the lateral femoral condyle?14:06 Does hip weakness cause IT Band Pain?19:24 Should you foam roll and stretch the IT Band? 21:02 Is IT Band stiffness bad?  Does the IT Band get looser after rehab?25:40 The importance of taking a solid inventory (Subjective exam) in patients28:01 Why we want to MODIFY training (running) before REMOVING and how to do it28:47 Gait retraining (mirrors, cadence visual feedback)37:25 Phase treatment approach: Phase 1 - Calm down the angry tissue40:01 Phase treatment approach: Phase 2 - Building patients back up47:44 Phase treatment approach: Phase 3 - Return to running phase55:52 Additional treatments: Orthotics, Shockwave, Cortisone, Surgery*****Want to master physical therapy for patients in the strength and fitness world?  Click on the link to sign up for the FREE FPF Mini Course and also receive the infographic "7 Reasons Why People Get Hurt in the Gym and What to do About It." - https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-certification-presale-page/*****Welcome to the Fitness Pain Free Show!  This is where we help physical therapists like YOU get your patients out of pain back to training*****Want to support me?  Sign up for the FPF "Insiders" Online Library where you can ask questions I'll answer for future episodes! https://fitnesspainfree.com/programs/fpf-insiders/👊🏻Was this helpful? Subscribe to my Youtube channel for more!🤔Have a question/comment? Drop one below in the comment section - I love questions and they help the channel grow!*****🧠 WANT TO LEARN MORE? Head over to fitnesspainfree.com and sign up for the newsletter.  I'll keep you learning and growing on a weekly basis!*****👋 FOLLOW ME ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspainfree/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnessPainFree/Blog Articles: https://fitnesspainfree.com/articles/