Unlock your best movement yet. Join Dr. Heather—a movement specialist and performance coach—as she breaks down the why behind pain, biomechanics, injury prevention, and human performance. Each episode connects movement science, strength training, gait mechanics, and recovery into practical insights you can actually use. Whether you’re a runner chasing a PR, an athlete rebuilding after injury, or someone who wants to understand their body instead of guessing—this show helps you move smarter, ...
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Welcome to the Runners Zone Podcast hosted by Nathan Carlson and Chris Johnson. Lend us your ear as we We interview world leaders in endurance sports, discuss optimizing performance for runnings and help provide practical solutions to common running problems. We also discuss life as niche-practice business owners treating and training runners.
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PodChatLive brings you weekly episodes covering the previous 7 days in Podiatry; stories from the mainstream/social media and newly published research papers of interest. Hosted by Podiatrists Ian Griffiths (UK) and Craig Payne (AUS).
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RUSK Insights on Rehabilitation Medicine is a top podcast featuring interviews with faculty and staff of RUSK Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Medical Center. These podcasts are being offered by RUSK, one of the top rehabilitation centers in the world. Your host for these interviews is Dr. Tom Elwood. He will take you behind the scenes to look at what is transpiring in the exciting world of rehabilitation research and clinical services through the eyes of those involved in making dynamic breakt ...
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NPTE Clinical Files is a podcast from the creator of Dominating the NPTE, hosted by Kyle Rice. NPTE Clinical Files explains a true clinical scenario in the form of a mock NPTE-based question. Each question is followed by a set of answer choices, where Dr. Kyle Rice explains the right answer with a detailed rationale. Each season covers all of the major systems and topics found in physical therapy and likely to be found on an NPTE. NPTE Clinical Files gives the Physical Therapist a weekly opp ...
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The Physiotutors Podcast offers in-depth conversations with leading clinicians, researchers, and educators who are advancing the field of physiotherapy. Each episode follows a consistent structure—covering clinical reasoning, current evidence, practical application, and professional growth. Our goal is to bridge the gap between research and daily practice. We discuss what the evidence really says, how to apply it, and where critical thinking matters most. Listeners can expect clear explanati ...
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Each week, the Grow Your Practice Podcast with Chad Madden of Breakthrough brings you no-nonsense marketing & business growth strategies that deliver new patients and higher profits. Co-Founder of Breakthrough, Owner of Madden Physical Therapy and Author of "Killer Marketing Secrets for Private Practice PTs", Chad grew his practice 600% in the last five years using direct response marketing strategies. He sees more than 200 new patients each month in his single location Private Practice. Now ...
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Runchatlive - ’Putting EVIDENCE back into Running Injury & Performance.’ Runchatlive Podcast, part of website https://www.runchatlive.com/ exists to help RUNNERS of all levels, plus professionals who work with Runners (Coaches, Personal Trainers, Physios, Sports Therapists, etc.) discover evidence based strategies to treat running related injury, reduce injury risk and improve running performance. Host Matt Phillips is joined by internationally respected industry experts to help bring you th ...
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PodChatLive 210: The placebo of gait analysis, and evidence-based progression of foot strengthening exercises
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29:16PodChatLive 210: The placebo of gait analysis, and evidence-based progression of foot strengthening exercises Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: Using data to determine if Die Hard is a Christmas movie Running Shoe Recommendations Based on Gait Analysis Improve Perceptions of Comfort, Performance and Injury Risk The in…
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Rest vs. Recovery: The Key to Smarter Running
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14:09Most runners are obsessed with miles, pace, and training plans—but there's one critical element that makes all that hard work actually pay off: recovery. In this episode, Dr. Heather, a virtual sports chiropractor, breaks down the game-changing difference between rest days and recovery days, and why understanding both is essential for running stron…
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Episode 78: Programming plyometrics for runners
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50:56Timestamps 1:00 Return to sport for professionals versus the general public 6:15 Defining plyometrics 12:20 Plyometrics for patients versus clients 17:20 Optimal plyometric dosage 26:30 Cueing plyometrics 38:00 Getting visual feedback on plyos 41:30 Chris & Nathan's holiday favorites Plyometric literature https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC17…
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Bill presents with early-stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and reports mild lower extremity weakness and occasional tripping when walking on uneven surfaces. Which intervention is MOST appropriate to address his current functional mobility? A) Prescribe a wheelchair for energy conservation B) Provide ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) to prevent fo…
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PodChatLive 209: Risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy in runners, and the metabolic effects of carbon plated running shoes
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27:20PodChatLive 209: Risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy in runners, and the metabolic effects of carbon plated running shoes Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: 'Runners Are More Intelligent, Smart And Cool Than The Average Person' Says Study Physiotherapy is almost as pseudoscientific as osteopathy and chiropractic Bio…
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Why Winter Running Feels Harder (And the Biomechanics Behind Staying Injury-Free)
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27:35Think your body responds the same way to running in 70° weather as it does in 30°? Think again. In this episode, I'm breaking down the complete biomechanics of cold weather running—and giving you the exact injury prevention system I use with my athletes to stay consistent, strong, and pain-free all winter long. If you've ever dealt with tight calve…
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Aiyana is an office worker with chronic low back pain who is referred to physical therapy. During a core stability assessment, the patient demonstrates difficulty maintaining a neutral pelvis while lifting one leg in a hook-lying position. Which muscle is MOST likely underperforming? A) Iliopsoas B) Erector Spinae C) Quadratus lumborum D) Rectus ab…
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PodChatLive 208: Lego player foot, and the use of ‘trend statements’ in PRP literature
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29:52PodChatLive 208: Lego player foot, and the use of ‘trend statements’ in PRP literature Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: Lego player foot (Callosidad talar infantil) The use of “trend” statements in platelet-rich plasma literature “Rotten egg” gas could be the answer to treating nail infections, say scientists…
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Episode 77: Managing knee swelling in runners
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36:37Timestamps 2:00 The Runners Zone Spotify Wrapped! 7:30 Knee swelling or knee effusion? 9:00 How to manage post-op knee swelling 11:30 How our management of swelling has changed through our career 15:40 How to assess knee swelling 21:30 The need to look combine patient history, clinical presentation, & swelling measures 26:00 How much swelling is ok…
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From Core to Kick: The Pelvis as the Missing Link in Hamstring and Groin Injuries ft. Nick van der Horst
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1:07:07Summary In this conversation, Dr. Nick van der Horst, a sports physiotherapist, discusses the significant impact of hamstring and groin injuries in football, emphasizing the importance of pelvic control in injury prevention and rehabilitation. He highlights the prevalence of these injuries, the role of eccentric strength training, and the need for …
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Dr. Kedzierska & Dr. Fay: Comprehensive Vestibular Rehabilitation: Multidisciplinary Approaches Across the Continuum of Care, Part 1
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28:29With over 20 years of extensive clinical experience, Dr. Kedzierska is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. She serves as a faculty member of an Accredited Physical Therapy Neurology Residency Program. She mentors department staff on assessment/treatment for re…
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Leilani is an athlete who reports muscle cramps, fasciculations in the legs, and fatigue during prolonged training sessions. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of her symptoms? A) Steroid abuse B) Inadequate caloric intake C) Hypervolemia D) Hyponatremia DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE'S CHEATSHEET: www.nptecheatsheet.com/electrolyte…
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PodChatLive 207: Nike being sued by an athlete for injuring her, and minimally invasive bunion surgery in military personnel
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27:05PodChatLive 207: Nike being sued by an athlete for injuring her, and minimally invasive bunion surgery in military personnel Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: Nike Sued By Former NCAA Division I Runner, Claims Foot Fractures Caused by Carbon Shoes Functional Recovery and Return to Duty Following Minimally Invasive Sur…
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Zayden presents with well-defined, raised plaques on the extensor surfaces of his elbows and knees. The lesions are covered with silvery scales, and he reports occasional itching and no systemic symptoms. What is the MOST likely diagnosis? A) Atopic dermatitis B) Psoriasis vulgaris C) Tinea corporis D) Lichen planus Join the FREE Facebook Group: ww…
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PodChatLive 206: Running with Rheumatoid arthritis, and the relationship between resilience & depression in individuals with diabetic foot ulcers
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26:43PodChatLive 206: Running with Rheumatoid arthritis, and the relationship between resilience & depression in individuals with diabetic foot ulcers Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: Relationship between resilience and depression in individuals with diabetic foot ulcers Running with rheumatoid arthritis: a qualitative st…
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Episode 76: Establishing strength standards for distance runners
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52:22Thanksgiving Deals Chris's Clinical Essentials Online Course - Learn more HERE Nathan's Online Bone Stress Injury Course - Learn more HERE Nathan's Stress Fracture Protocols - Learn more HERE Timestamps 0:00 Happy Thanksgiving! 3:00 Running a practice around the holidays 11:55 Setting strength standards for distance runners 14:54 Upper body expecta…
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Dr. Maria Janakos: Rehabilitation of Patients with a Concussion, Part 2
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19:38Dr. Maria Janakos is a sports medicine physiatrist at NYU and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of Louisville and a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at Morristown Medical Center in New Jersey. Her clinical interests include concussion management, orthobiologic…
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Miraide is recovering from a total hip arthroplasty and reports mild calf discomfort on the second day post-surgery. On examination, there is no significant swelling or redness, but the patient has a resting heart rate of 105 bpm. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis? A) Initiate ambula…
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PodChatLive 205: The heel pain research just keeps coming! Which injectate is most effective for it, and heel pain in Delhi street vendors
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32:19PodChatLive 205: The heel pain research just keeps coming! Which injectate is most effective for it, and heel pain in Delhi street vendors Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: Nike Mind Predictors of heel pain among healthy street vendors in Delhi Comparative efficacy of six injection therapies for plantar fasciitis…
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Fuel Smarter: The Runner’s Guide to the Krebs Cycle
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24:47In this episode, Dr. Heather takes runners on a simple, practical, and surprisingly fun journey inside the body to explore one of the most powerful performance tools you already use every day: the Krebs Cycle — your natural energy engine. Whether you’re training for a 5K or grinding toward an ultra, your performance, stamina, and recovery all come …
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Adding Tech to PT: Cash Services, ROI & Mentorship Ft. Ben England
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41:47Chad Madden sits down with Dr. Ben England, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, to break down why adding treatment technology (laser, shockwave, direct current, dry needling, HBOT) isn’t a fad—it’s what today’s patients expect. We cover how to roll out cash-pay services, pricing, ROI, and the mindset shift clinicians need to recommend ethically and confidently. Ben …
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Orion is a 12-year-old with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy and is evaluated for gait abnormalities. The therapist observes excessive hip flexion, knee flexion, and ankle dorsiflexion throughout the gait cycle. Which of the following gait patterns BEST describes these findings? A) Crouch gait B) Scissoring gait C) Ataxic gait D) Steppage gait TEXT …
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PodChatLive 204: Relationship between the Achilles tendon & the plantar fascia, and a reminder that heel pain is not just a mechanical problem
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29:19PodChatLive 204: Relationship between the Achilles tendon & the plantar fascia, and a reminder that heel pain is not just a mechanical problem Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: Miracle Feet Marathon Evaluation of the Relationship Between Plantar Fascia and Achilles Tendon Measurements in Patients with Plantar Fasciiti…
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Your Gait Is Your Blueprint: How a Gait Analysis Can Transform Your Running
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18:17In this episode, Dr. Heather — Sports Chiropractor and movement specialist — breaks down the powerful connection between your gait, your nervous system, and your performance as a runner. If you’ve ever dealt with recurring tightness, one-sided injuries, or that frustrating feeling that your stride is “off,” this conversation will finally give you c…
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Episode 75: Telling runners to work through pain with a bone stress injury
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43:15In this episode, Chris and I break down why sometimes we tell runners to work through pain with a bone stress injury. Research from this episode https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33962529/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28343329/ https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/2/78 Want to work with runners and build a thriving business around it? The Runner's Zone…
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Dr. Maria Janakos: Rehabilitation of Patients with a Concussion, Part 1
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20:11Dr. Maria Janakos is a sports medicine physiatrist at NYU and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of Louisville and a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at Morristown Medical Center in New Jersey. Her clinical interests include concussion management, orthobiologic…
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Kai is a 65-year-old male who presents with deep groin pain, morning stiffness lasting 30 minutes, and a positive scour test. Which gait deviation is MOST likely to be observed? A) Uneven cadence B) Decreased step length on the unaffected limb C) Lateral trunk lean toward the unaffected limb D) Marked hip internal rotation on the affected side DOWN…
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PodChatLive 203: Patients trust imaging more than clinicians, lower limb apophysitis incidence & risk factors, and The Centre for Podiatry History
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30:17PodChatLive 203: Patients trust imaging more than clinicians, lower limb apophysitis incidence & risk factors, and The Centre for Podiatry History Contact us: [email protected] Links from this episode: “It’s hard to trust an individual, it’s easier to trust an image”—patients with low back pain want imaging as a means of coping with uncer…
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An Introduction to Neurocentric Training with Jannik Schuster
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54:53Summary In this podcast episode, neuroathletic performance and pain coach Jannik Schuster discusses neurocentric training, a method focusing on the brain and nervous system to enhance performance and alleviate pain. Schuster explains how he discovered this approach through personal experience with injuries and highlights its effectiveness in reduci…
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Race-Ready: How Mental Preparation Reduces Injury Risk
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18:35What if the biggest factor influencing your race-day performance isn’t your mileage, your pace, or your nutrition… but your mind? 🧠🔥 In today’s episode, we break down the overlooked connection between mental preparation and injury prevention, especially as runners gear up for major events like the Chicago Marathon. You’ll learn: ✅ Why mental load a…
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Harper presents with neck pain and tingling radiating into the right hand. Symptoms worsen with overhead activities and improve with the arm at rest. Examination reveals weakness in elbow flexion, diminished biceps reflex, and reduced sensation over the lateral forearm. Which of the following tests is the MOST effective to assess this condition? A)…
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