Best Shoulder Instability Podcasts (2025)

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Shoulder Instability- Recognizing & Testing 8:13

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Azaria is a 22-year-old swimmer with intermittent right shoulder pain who complains of a slipping sensation during overhead activities. Which of the following tests should be performed FIRST? A) Apprehension test B) Speed's test C) Drop arm test D) Load and shift test Join the FREE Facebook Group: www.nptegroup.com…

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Post-Op Total Knee Arthroplasty 9:50

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Helga is two days post-total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and reports moderate knee pain and stiffness. Her knee range of motion is 0–45 degrees, and her incision is well-approximated with mild edema. Which intervention is MOST appropriate to prioritize during this session? A) Full weight bearing on the surgical leg B) Low-intensity range of motion exer…

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[Physio Discussed] Hands-on or hands-off? Rethinking manual therapy with Johnny Smith and Darren Collin 41:51

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In this episode, we discuss manual therapy. We explore: Patient expectations of manual therapy How does manual therapy work? Current evidence for manual therapy Is manual therapy an important part of our Physiotherapy toolkit? How is the current teaching of manual therapy? What is the future of manual therapy in Physiotherapy? How manual therapy di…

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Episode 312: Lateral Opening Distal Femoral Osteotomy With Concomitant Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction is Efficacious in Addressing Patellar Instability 39:29

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Drs Kaplan and Diduch discuss Lateral Opening Distal Femoral Osteotomy With Concomitant Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction is Efficacious in Addressing Patellar InstabilityBy AANA

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143: Dr. Travis Matheney – Management of Borderline Hip Dysplasia (Part 1) 35:15

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On today’s episode we’re focusing on the management of borderline hip dysplasia with Dr. Travis Matheney, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Boston Children's Hospital. We have some great articles for you that contribute well to our conversation on the treatment options for borderline hip dysplasia. We’ll start off our discussion today with an artic…

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Top of the Tops - Rotterdam 2025 57:52

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Here we go folks - this is a audio summary of the best papers picked from Rotterdam 2025. We are proud of so many fantastic research. We have the authors (Alessandro Marinelli, Stefan Bauer, Eline Van Es, Bertram The, Arno Macken, Koray Sahin) gathered at one big table and discuss their findings - enjoy! music under CC BY-SA 4.0 license: Artist Jah…

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Electrotherapy- Indications & Contraindications New 10:48

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Freda presents with persistent shoulder pain following rotator cuff repair surgery. The therapist considers using electrical stimulation for pain management. The patient has a history of mild hypertension controlled with medication and reports occasional muscle spasms in the surgical area. Which of the following would MOST likely require avoidance …

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[Physio Explained] Hip dysplasia uncovered: from misdiagnosis to management with Alesha Coonan 19:13

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In this episode, we discuss everything about hip dysplasia. We explore: How hip dysplasia presents and common misdiagnosis Key subjective questioning Milestones in childhood and the relevance for hip dysplasia Importance of education around the pathology Want to learn more about Hip dysplasia? Alesha Coonan and Dr Michael O’Brien recently did a bri…

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Episode 311: Posterior Tibial Slope Measurement With the Axis Estimate Method Is Not Inferior to the Established Proximal Anatomic Axis Method, and Both Differ From Cortical-Based Measurements 27:58

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Drs Arner and Geeslin discuss Posterior Tibial Slope Measurement With the Axis Estimate Method Is Not Inferior to the Established Proximal Anatomic Axis Method, and Both Differ From Cortical-Based MeasurementsBy AANA

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142: Dr. Jacob Calcei – Wearable Technology for Athlete Performance & Injury Prevention (Part 2) 32:03

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Our conversation picks back up with an article published just last month in AJSM titled “Player Tracking Metrics to Predict Risk of ACL Injuries During Change-of-Direction Scenarios in the NFL.” The authors analyzed 216 ACL injuries that occurred in the NFL from 2018–2022 to determine how player tracking data could help predict injury risk, particu…

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Integumentary Outcome Measures 8:52

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Mohammad is documenting outcomes for a patient who has been treated for a venous ulcer. Which of the following improvements is the MOST significant to report? A) The patient reports a decrease in pain from 6/10 to 2/10 B) The patient's walking distance has increased from 100 meters to 300 meters C) The wound size has decreased from 6 cm² to 3 cm² D…

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[Case Studies] 7 months to marathon: Achilles rehab case study with Jason Tuori 15:57

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In this episode with Jason Tuori, we explore an interesting case study on an elite endurance athlete who presents with Achilles tendinopathy seven months prior to competing in a marathon. We cover: Key signs of Achilles tendinopathy in the subjective and objective exam Calf strengthening in Achilles tendinopathy Plantar flexion force production and…

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The athletic shoulder: The role of biology to keep them back in play 33:39

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Featuring Dr Jacob Calcei, Dr Christopher Klifto and Dr Steve Mora. Hear experts debate why athletes can benefit from biological augmentation in shoulder repair. Exploring non-operative intervention, the use of biological adjuncts such as the REGENETEN◊ Implant and replacing sutured repairs with biology, the panel discusses recovery and long-term o…

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141: Dr. Jacob Calcei – Wearable Technology for Athlete Performance & Injury Prevention (Part 1) 28:24

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On today’s episode we’re focusing on wearable technology for athlete performance, recovery and injury prevention with Dr. Jacob Calcei, an orthopedic surgeon at University Hospitals in Cleveland and team physician for the Cleveland Browns. We’ll start off our discussion today with an article titled “Wearable Performance Devices in Sports Medicine” …

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Episode 310: Indications for Lateral Extra-Articular Procedures in the Anterior Cruciate Reconstructed Knee AND Surgical Treatment and Complications of Lateral Extra-Articular Procedures in the ACL–Reconstructed ... 28:53

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Drs Slone and Musahl discuss Indications for Lateral Extra-Articular Procedures in the Anterior Cruciate Reconstructed Knee: Part I of an International Consensus Statement AND Surgical Treatment and Complications of Lateral Extra-Articular Procedures in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament-Reconstructed Knee: Part II of an International Consensus Stateme…

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Surgical Pain Examination 8:38

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Sweeney recently underwent a hysterectomy and requests to sit after ambulating a few feet. The patient reports dizziness and right lower extremity pain. On examination, her resting heart rate is 102 bpm, and she has significant swelling in her right lower leg. Which of the following should be assessed FIRST: A) Walking distance before stopping B) P…

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[Physio Explained] Preventing ACL injuries: evidence-based strategies with Dr Brooke Patterson 16:06

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In this episode with Brooke Patterson we explore the prevention of ACL injuries. We explore: What is involved within ACL injury prevention programs The role of Nordic Hamstring Curls within ACL prevention Importance of sports specific PREhabilitation and rehabilitation Top recommendations for risk reduction of ACL injuries This episode is closely t…

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140: Dr. Gabriella Ode and Dr. Brian Waterman: Shoulder Wars: Return of the Cuff Tear (LIVE at AOSSM) 43:32

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Today’s episode is going to focus on the management of rotator cuff retears — including tips and tricks for successful revision repair and augmentation options. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Brian Waterman is a Professor of orthopedic surgery at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Chief of Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surg…

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[Physio Discussed] Tackling large rotator cuff tears with Dr Jared Powell and Dr Kathryn Fahey 48:08

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In this episode, we discuss large rotator cuff tears. We explore: Traditional tests that are used within shoulder assessment Is Rotator cuff related shoulder pain a diagnosis? Physiotherapy's role in conservative management of rotator cuff tears Surgical vs non-surgical pathway Load management for patient care Rotator cuff tear progression Want to …

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Episode 309: Achilles Tendon Ruptures: Nonsurgical versus Surgical Treatment 27:08

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In episode 309, Drs Tucker and Hogan discuss an infographic, Achilles Tendon Ruptures: Nonsurgical versus Surgical TreatmentBy AANA

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139: Dr. Michael Banffy and Dr. Christopher Camp: Pitch, please: Managing UCL Injuries in Throwing Athletes (LIVE at AOSSM) 34:29

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Pitch, please: Managing UCL Injuries in Throwing Athletes Dr. Michael Banffy and Dr. Christopher Camp Today’s episode is going to focus on the management of UCL injuries in throwing athletes. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Michael Banffy is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief of Orthopedic Sports Medicine at Cedars-Sinai…

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Vestibular Assessment 12:14

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John reports dizziness and unsteadiness when walking, especially in busy environments or when turning his head quickly. He denies positional dizziness but struggles to read signs while walking. Examination reveals normal balance in static postures and no spontaneous nystagmus. Which test is MOST appropriate to assess the suspected deficit? A) Dix-H…

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[Physio Explained] Assessment and treatment of the Temporomandibular joint with Lucy Butler 17:48

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In this episode with Lucy Butler, we discuss the temporomandibular joint and temporomandibular dysfunction. We explore: Assessment of TMJ Dysfunction Intra-articular dysfunction vs muscular based dysfunction Which subgroups may respond best to manual therapy The key elements of an effective rehab plan Botox and it’s role in treatment within TMD Wan…

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Episode 308: Hip Labral and Capsular Repair Are Unable to Restore Distractive Stability in a Biomechanical Model 29:10

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Drs Spiker and Ng discuss Hip Labral and Capsular Repair Are Unable to Restore Distractive Stability in a Biomechanical ModelBy AANA

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138: Dr. Jorge Chahla and Dr. Robert Parisien: Hips Don’t Lie: How to Tackle Dysplasia (LIVE at AOSSM) 34:29

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Today’s episode is going to focus on addressing hip pathology in the setting of dysplasia — soft tissue management alone or with a periacetabular osteotomy. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Jorge Chahla is an Associate Professor of orthopedic surgery at Rush University Medical Center and serves as the Director of Biomechanical Res…

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Medical Imaging Interpretation 10:48

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Before an evaluation, Arial is reviewing the patient's MRI report that describes sequestration at the L4 – L5 level. The intake form reveals sensory changes along the lateral calf, and dorsum of the foot. Which clinical finding is the most consistent with the medical record? A) Impaired heel walking B) Gastrocnemius and soleus atrophy C) Extensor h…

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[Physio Explained] Behaviour change secrets every Physio should know with Serena Simmons 19:40

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In this episode with Serena Simmons, we discuss behaviour change, and in particular why Physios can have trouble with patient compliance. We discuss: Why doesn’t everybody change? Exploring the WHY in why patients don’t do their exercises Why is psychology missing from physiotherapy education? Why understanding our own psychology is as important as…

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Episode 307: Commercial Products Using Generative Artificial Intelligence to include Ambient Scribes, Automated Documentation Scheduling, Revenue Cycle Management, Patient Engagement Education and Prior ... 30:28

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Drs Lau and Pean discuss Commercial Products Using Generative Artificial Intelligence to include Ambient Scribes, Automated Documentation Scheduling, Revenue Cycle Management, Patient Engagement Education and Prior Authorization PlatformsBy AANA

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137: Dr. James Voos & Dr. Alan Getgood: The ACL Glow-up: LET vs. ALL (LIVE at AOSSM) 39:57

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Today’s episode is going to focus on lateral augmentation procedures to supplement ACL reconstruction, including lateral extraarticular tenodesis versus anterolateral ligament reconstruction. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Alan Getgood is the Chief of Surgery at Aspetar and Adjunct Professor of orthopedic surgery at the Universi…

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Hand & Wrist Pathologies 10:00

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Samantha is an office worker who presents with pain and numbness in the right hand, particularly at night. On examination, there is decreased sensation along the palmar aspect of the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Which the of the following is the LEAST likely impaired: A) Abductor pollicus brevis B) Flexor pollicus longus C) Opponens pollicus D…

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[Case Studies] Neck pain and dizziness: unpacking a real patient case with Dr Julia Treleaven 18:10

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In this episode with Dr Julia Treleaven, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of hers who presented with neck pain and dizziness. We discuss: Patient’s subjective history Differential diagnosis in the neck/head region Objective examination including brief overview of tests used and prioritisation of testing The patient response to…

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136: Dr. John Kelly and Dr. Matt Fury: Bankart Like Beckham: Mastering Instability Surgery (LIVE at AOSSM) 39:59

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Today’s episode is going to focus on surgical management of primary and recurrent anterior glenohumeral instability in athletes. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. John Kelly is a professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of Shoulder Sports Medicine at UPenn Ortho. He is Co-director of the Sports…

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Post-Surgical Incision Care 10:04

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Denise is six days post-abdominal surgery with a midline incision. The incision is well-approximated with slight redness but no drainage or dehiscence. She is concerned about safely participating in physical therapy. Which recommendation is MOST appropriate for this patient? A) Avoid core exercises until 6 weeks post-op B) Continue light activities…