Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy related conversations from Sydney, Australia.
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Single-Session Distance Spikes Predict Running Injury Risk
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Single-Session Distance Spikes Predict Running Injury Risk An academic article, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, presents the findings of a large cohort study titled, "How much running is too much? Identifying high-risk running sessions in a 5200-person cohort study." This study explo…
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Ruptured Achilles Tendon: A Guide to Your Treatment Options
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ These sources consist of a multicenter, randomized, controlled trial and two systematic reviews/meta-analyses, all focusing on the optimal treatment for acute Achilles’ tendon rupture (ATR). The randomized trial found that surgery (open repair or minimally invasive surgery) did not yield better patient-r…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com Gluteus Maximus Activation During Strength Exercises: A Review These sources primarily examine the effects of hip-extension exercises, such as the hip thrust (HT) and glute bridge (GB), on both muscle growth (hypertrophy) and athletic performance, specifically sprint capability. One study from the Europea…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ The Myth of Stretching: What Science Says These sources challenge conventional wisdom regarding stretching and flexibility, primarily advocating for the reassessment of flexibility as a major component of physical fitness. We highlight limited evidence supporting static stretching's effectiveness in prev…
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ACL Treatment Decisions Patient Experiences and Clinician Advice
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ ACL Treatment Decisions: Patient Experiences and Clinician Advice This text is an excerpt from an original research article published in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, focusing on Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury treatment decisions from the perspective of 734 Australian patients. T…
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Exercise Therapy Does Not Harm Osteoarthritic Knees
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ The sources comprise a clinical commentary from the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapyaddressing the widespread belief that exercise therapy harms or "wears down" the knee joint in patients with osteoarthritis (OA). The authors, Alessio Bricca, Carsten Bogh Juhl, and Ewa M. Roos, assert tha…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ These sources collectively examine the anti-inflammatory effects of exercise and the underlying mechanisms involved. Multiple studies investigate how both acute and chronic exercise modulates the immune system, showing that physical activity generally reduces markers of systemic and localized inflammatio…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ We provide a comprehensive overview of low back pain (LBP), distinguishing between the common, non-specific type and rare, serious pathologies. They explain that LBP is highly prevalent, often self-limiting, and rarely indicates structural damage, with pain intensity frequently reflecting the body's prot…
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Predicting Resistance Repetitions at Various Loads
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Predicting Resistance Repetitions at Various Loads: A Meta-Analysis This review article focuses on the maximal number of repetitions (REPS) achievable at various percentages of one repetition maximum (%1RM), a critical relationship for resistance exercise programming. The authors conducted a meta-regress…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: http://www.fitasaphysio.com/ A recent article from "The Conversation", discuss the common misconception that running damages knees. It explains that while running involves significant impact, the body is designed to adapt, and this load can actually strengthen bones and cartilage. The article suggests that runners tend to have health…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ FOOTBALL RECOVERY STRATEGIES We discuss an article and a YouTube video from the "Aspetar Sports Medicine Journal" on football recovery strategies. Both detail the demands placed on elite soccer players due to congested match schedules, emphasizing the increased risk of chronic fatigue and injury. They id…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Achilles Tendinopathy: A Clinical Practice Guideline Update We discuss the 2024 Clinical Practice Guidelines for midportion Achilles tendinopathy, developed by the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. It offers an updated, evidence-based framework for physical therapy management, covering diagnosis, …
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Osgood Schlatter's Disease Causes and Management
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Osgood-Schlatter's Disease is an overuse injury affecting the front of the knee, particularly common in growing children aged 9-12 who participate in activities involving a lot of running and jumping. This condition results from the body's inability to recover sufficiently during periods of rapid growth …
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ACL Rupture Diagnosis and Treatment Options
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ A comprehensive overview of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures, explaining what the ligament is and how it functions as a stabilizer in the knee. They detail common causes of injury, often sports-related, and list symptoms that may indicate an ACL tear. TheY present various treatment options, incl…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ This podcast from Fit As A Physio discusses load management for injury prevention in athletes. It highlights the importance of balancing acute workload (recent training) with chronic workload (longer-term training history) to reduce injury risk. The post explains how to measure training load using sessio…
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Knee Osteoarthritis Risk Factors Across Lifespan
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com This discussion summarises a systematic review and meta-analysis that investigated risk factors for developing knee osteoarthritis (KOA) throughout life. The study identified over 150 potential factors through a review of 131 studies. Key findings indicate that previous knee injury, older age, and high bo…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Copenhagen Adduction: Preventing Groin Injuries in Football A study highlighted in the British Journal of Sports Medicine demonstrated that the Copenhagen Adduction exercise significantly reduced groin injuries in male football players. The research found a 41% decrease in these common athletic injuries …
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QUADRICEPS CONTUSION The podcast discusses quadriceps contusions, commonly known as "corks," which are muscle injuries resulting from significant impacts, particularly in sports like rugby. It details the causes, symptoms, and grading of these injuries, ranging from minor Grade I to severe Grade III. We emphasise initial management using compressio…
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Whiplash Symptoms, Assessment, Prognosis, and Recommendations
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD), commonly resulting from car accidents, is a frequent source of insurance claims. Its symptoms vary widely, encompassing pain, stiffness, and neurological issues, and its severity is clinically graded from no complaint to fracture or dislocation. While recovery timeline…
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Understanding and Managing Osteoarthritis
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ This discussion provides an overview of osteoarthritis (OA), a condition characterized by structural changes in joints due to cartilage damage and bone build-up. It explains that OA is a major cause of disability and highlights key contributing factors, including previous injury, genetics, and body mass …
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Sports Injury Prevention Programs: Football, Netball, AFL
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com/ Injury prevention is crucial for success in both team and individual sports, as player availability directly impacts performance and team rankings. This conversation highlights that structured injury prevention programs, when integrated into training, can significantly reduce injury rates by 50-80%. Spec…
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com FAQ on the ACL Cross Bracing Protocol 1. What is the ACL Cross Bracing Protocol? The ACL Cross Bracing Protocol is a non-surgical method developed by orthopaedic surgeon Merv Cross OAM and Dr. Tom Cross for healing a ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). It involves bracing the injured knee at a 90-d…
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EXERCISE: Fatigue Mechanisms & Recovery Protocols
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PHYSIO MOSMAN: https://www.fitasaphysio.com Subject: Understanding and Mitigating Exercise-Induced Fatigue for Improved Performance and Reduced Injury Risk The podcast summarises key findings from the provided text on exercise-induced fatigue, its connection to injury risk, mechanisms behind fatigue, and evidence-based recovery protocols. The docum…
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