Physio Network

In this episode, we have a discussion with Myles Murphy and Ruth Chimenti to discuss the topic of Achilles Tendinopathy. We explore:
Subjective and objective assessment of Achilles tendinopathy
Traditional assessment tests and differential diagnosis
Boom-bust cycle in tendinopathy
Difference in management for acute vs chronic tendinopathy
Current evidence for treatment of Achilles Tendinopathy
Gold standard for loading of tendons
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A/Prof Myles Murphy is a Sport and Exercise Physiotherapist consulting at SportsMed Subiaco in Perth, Western Australia, as well as the Director of the Centre for Injury Prevention and Pain at the University of Notre Dame Australia. A/Prof Murphy completed his PhD in Achilles tendinopathy and his current research focuses on improving the prevention and management of this chronic musculoskeletal condition.
Dr. Ruth Chimenti, PT, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science at the University of Iowa. She completed her PhD in lower extremity biomechanics and then completed postdocs focusing on ultrasound imaging and pain science. Her current research focus on the evaluation and treatment of Achilles tendinopathy and plantar heel pain. 
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In this episode with Sweekriti, we discuss her research on low back pain and using nudges to decrease low value care. We explore:
The definition of a patient “nudge” and clinician “nudge"
How to help people with LBP in the community before presenting to emergency department
Further research in managing low back pain
Reducing alerts in EMR
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Dr Sweekriti Sharma is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, a partnership between the University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District. A public health researcher with expertise in clinical trials and public health approaches to common conditions such as low back pain, she examines how health systems can better support effective, equitable care. Her work aims to strengthen evidence‑based practice and improve population health outcomes.
 Reference to article discussed:
Altinger G, Sharma S, Maher CG et al. (2026) NUDG-ED Study Group. Behavioural nudges to reduce low-value care for low back pain in the emergency department (NUDG-ED): a 2 × 2 factorial, pragmatic cluster randomized trial. CMAJ, 198(13):E486-E499. 
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In this episode with Anju Jaggi, we discuss a case study she recently completed on a dancer with atraumatic shoulder instability. We explore:
Difference between traumatic and atraumatic stability
Previous imaging, use of MRarthrogram and role of imaging in shoulder instability
Objective examination of an unstable shoulder 
Special testing of an unstable shoulder
Treatment of the unstable shoulder
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Anju is a Consultant Physiotherapist & Clinical director of Therapies at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOHT). She has over 25 years experience managing shoulder & elbow disorders with a specific interest in complex atraumatic shoulder instability. She has lectured internationally, published work in the field of shoulder rehabilitation; with over 30 peer reviewed publications and up to 5 book chapters. 
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In this episode with Professor Rana Hinman, we discuss telehealth vs in-person physiotherapy for knee OA. We explore:
The benefits of telehealth
Situations where telehealth may be better than in-person care
What makes telehealth work well for individuals
Limitations of telehealth
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Rana is a research physiotherapist and co-Director of the Centre for Health, Exercise & Sports Medicine at the University of Melbourne. Her research focuses on clinical trials of non-drug non-surgical treatment strategies for osteoarthritis, in particular exercise, rehabilitation and biomechanical interventions. Rana's research has a focus on implementation science, and she has a strong interest in developing and implementing methods to increase access to care, including telerehabilitation and digital health strategies. 
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In this episode with Adam Loiacono and Nicol Van Dyk we discuss the topic of injury prevention. We explore:
What is injury prevention?
Prevalence of injuries in different sports
The future of injury prevention
Individuality within injury prevention
What the current evidence supports
Tapping into patient’s motivation for rehabilitation and prehabilitation
Injury prevention protocols – what role do they play?  
Return to play protocols
The role of screening with athletes
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Nicol van Dyk is a trained physiotherapist and performance health researcher. He was Awarded the Ad Astra Fellowship in the School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sport Science in 2024 after four years with the Irish Rugby Football Union as Medical Research Lead. He relocated to Qatar in 2013, while continuing to provide clinical care for athletes he formed part of the Aspetar Injury and Illness Prevention programme at the Aspetar Sports Medicine Hospital. In 2018 Nicol completed his PhD in Health Sciences at Ghent University, Belgium titled “Risk factors for hamstring injuries in professional football players.”
Adam Loiacono has over 15 years of experience providing top-tier rehabilitation and performance training to professional & youth athletes. His career includes reaching the NBA Finals with the Phoenix Suns in 2021 and the MLS Cup with the New England Revolution in 2014. Adam is a distinguished member of an elite group of physical therapists, holding the prestigious board certification as a Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) through the American Physical Therapy Association - a credential achieved by only 10% of physical therapists in the United States. 
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