In this episode, we discuss Physiotherapy within the Paediatric population. We explore:

• Cervical manual therapy in infants, children and adolescents: yes or no?
• Evidence based treatment for paediatric conditions e.g. colic, torticollis
• Appropriate manual therapy technique selection for paediatrics
• Shared decision making within the paediatric realm
• The collaboration of the Paediatric Spinal Task Force

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Anita Gross is an Associate Clinical Professor at McMaster University, where she has directed their advanced orthopedic musculoskeletal program, and is also a respected educator with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and Western University. With a sustained research trajectory, she has made substantial contributions to clinical research in neck and back pain, leading the Cervical Overview Group, a global research collaboration responsible for producing and maintaining Cochrane and other high-quality systematic reviews related to neck pain.

Jenifer Dice brings over 25 years of clinical experience delivering pediatric physical therapy across a range of settings, serving patients from birth through adolescence. Currently based near Houston, Texas, Jen balances a full-time Assistant Professor role in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Texas Woman’s University with continued outpatient pediatric practice. Her academic and clinical interests focus on integrating manual therapy approaches into pediatric physical therapy, and her research reflects a commitment to connecting hands-on care with evidence-based inquiry.

Associate Professor Nikki Milne is an experienced paediatric physiotherapist, researcher, and educator with over two decades of expertise in child health, fitness, and health professional education. She is the Paediatric Lead for research and coursework in the Physiotherapy Department at Bond University (Gold Coast, Australia) and is also the Assistant Dean of Research for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Medicine at Bond University. Her research focuses on paediatric motor development, safe and effective paediatric physiotherapy, physiotherapy education, injury prevention in sport, and student-led school health programs.

You can find further information on the policies discussed in this podcast here:
Position Statement - Open Access Article; Gross, A. R., Olson, K. A., Pool, J., Basson, A., Clewley, D., Dice, J. L., & Milne, N. (2024). Spinal manipulation and mobilisation in paediatrics – an international evidence-based position statement for physiotherapists. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 32(3), 211–233.

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In this episode with Soren Skou, we discuss multimorbidity and the impact this can have on us as Physiotherapists. We discuss:

• The implications of multimorbidity on Physiotherapy treatments
• Evidence for different exercise therapy interventions in this population
• Quality of life in this population and how Physiotherapists can impact this
• Strategies to encourage behaviour change in this population

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Søren T. Skou is professor of exercise and human health at the University of Southern Denmark and head of the multiprofessional research and implementation unit PROgrez in Region Zealand Denmark. He has vast research experience within the field of exercise as treatment of chronic conditions and multimorbidity. His main interest is to advance clinical care of people with chronic conditions through evidence-based treatments developed, evaluated and implemented in a close, interprofessional collaboration between patients, clinicians and other stakeholders.

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In this episode with Blake, we explore how we can use foot orthoses in various different case presentations in the lower limb. We discuss:

• Misconceptions about foot orthoses
• How and when to use foot orthoses
• What conditions can respond well to foot orthoses
• Differences between customised foot orthoses and off the shelf orthoses

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Blake Withers is a musculoskeletal podiatrist working in a multidisciplinary sports medicine clinic and a PhD candidate researching running injuries. He lectures in biomechanics and teaches in the Sports Podiatry program at Newcastle University, is a published author, and sits on the Musculoskeletal Special Interest Group board. Blake co-hosts the top-5% global podcast The Sports Medicine Project, delivers national and international education on running and lower-limb injuries, provides global telehealth, and is a regular presenter featured across multiple leading industry platforms.

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In this episode, we discuss nutrition post injury and post surgery. We explore:

• The stress response and the impact of this on recovery from injury
• Can macronutrient intake enhance recovery post surgery
• Awareness and extent of caloric intake post surgery

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Ben is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist based in the U.K. After completing a Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), Ben completed his MSc in Human Nutrition in 2018. Alongside clinical work, Ben is currently completing a PhD investigating physiotherapist-led weight management for people with knee osteoarthritis, is physiotherapist for Horsham Rugby Club and England Athletics.

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In this episode, we discuss patellofemoral pain (PFP). We explore:

• What is happening structurally in PFP?
• Differential diagnosis around the knee
• Role of effusion and crepitus in PFP
• Assessment of patients with suspected PFP
• Role of squatting in objective assessments and treatment
• What factors may lead to chronicity
• Evidence based management of PFP
• Role of blood flow restriction within PFP

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Claire Robertson qualified in 1994 with a BSc(hons) Physiotherapy. She has since obtained her MSc Physiotherapy, in 2003, and PGCE in 2006. Claire has worked in the NHS, academia and private practice, and currently runs a specialist patellofemoral clinic at Fortius, London spending an hour per patient and liaising closely with their treating clinician. Claire has lectured internationally and has many research papers and editorials published in internationally peer-reviewed journals.

Dr Lisa Hoglund, PT, PhD, OCS, Cert. MDT is a professor, board-certified orthopedic specialty physiotherapist, and researcher. She has more than 30 years’ experience as a clinician helping people with musculoskeletal conditions of all ages achieve their goals of returning to work, sport, or increased activity. Dr. Hoglund teaches courses in musculoskeletal physical therapy and differential diagnosis at Thomas Jefferson University.

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In this episode with Dr Tim Mcgrath we explore return to play assessment of athletes post ACL reconstruction. We discuss:

• The importance of making the rehab specific to the patient’s end goal
• High risk manoeuvres in rehab/return to play (RTP)
• How important is RTP testing?
• RTP testing essentials

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Tim is a Sports Physiotherapist with over 20 years professional practice & professional sport experience. He is currently working as Senior Director of Player Health & Performance for the Washington Commanders NFL team in the USA. Tim completed his PhD from the Research Institute of Sports & Exercise (UCRISE) at the University of Canberra on the topic of ACL rehabilitation and return to sport following knee injury in 2016.

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In this episode with Mike Reinold, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a baseball player with a medial ulnar collateral ligament injury - also known as a “Tommy Johns injury”. We cover:

• Initial presentation of the patient
• Important subjective questioning in this population
• Differential diagnosis around the medial elbow region
• Importance of load management in baseball
• Management of ulnar collateral ligament injury

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Mike Reinold, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, C-PS is considered a world-renowned leader in the field of physical therapy, sports medicine, fitness, and sports performance. He is a noted author, lecturer, consultant, researcher, and clinician. As a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and certified strength and conditioning specialist, Dr. Reinold has used his expertise in a variety of settings to help people restore, optimise, and enhance their performance. He has most notably worked extensively with a variety of professional athletes from every major sport, with emphasis on the care of throwing injuries in baseball players.

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In this episode with Anju Jaggi, we discuss non-traumatic shoulder instability. We cover:

• What predicts which patients will respond well to physiotherapy?
• Mental health and self efficacy in this population
• Goals of physiotherapy in individuals with this condition
• Exercise prescription in this population
• Realistic expectations for recovery

This episode is closely tied to Anju’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster.

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Anju has over 25 years of experience at the RNOHT, specialising in managing complex shoulder dysfunction. She is an active researcher and educator, having led clinical trials, published extensively, and lectured internationally. A former EUSSER President and BESS Council member, she is passionate about advancing shoulder rehabilitation and promoting physiotherapy worldwide.

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