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We tackle how to assess and treat different types of back pain, combining evidence-based approaches with movement-based classifications that actually work for athletes and active individuals.

• Creating a systematic approach to back pain starts with under...

In response to a request, we share valuable resources for learning about femoral acetabular impingement (FAI) and labral tears, addressing the knowledge gap many clinicians face with these conditions.

• Four essential resource categories: research literature, clinical specialists, surgical resources, and academic educators
• Key research documents include the Warwick Agreement and Doha Agreement on diagnostic criteria ...

We share strategies for managing a busy clinical caseload when juggling multiple patients with different injuries, surgeries, and protocols across various settings.

• Organizing patient information systematically through spreadsheets listing surgical details, protocols, and progression points
• Creating tables to track swelling measurements, range of motion, and strength over time
• Establishing consistent assessme...

Every day we pay our dues by doing the harder thing when it's the right thing to do, especially when managing the complicated early weeks of post-operative rehabilitation. 

• Understanding surgical procedures through observation, surgical textbooks, and building relationships with surgeons
• Establishing direct communication with surgeons to obtain critical information rather than navigating complex administrative...

Physical therapy school prepares you with fundamental skills, but the gap between education and real clinical practice can be overwhelming for new graduates. This first-hand discussion reveals strategies to navigate the challenging transition as a new PT.

• PT school primarily teaches you to "not hurt people" rather than specific treatment protocols
• Feeling unprepared is normal when facing unfamiliar cases,...

Managing the growth spurt phase in young athletes requires patience, education, and strategic training modifications to prevent injuries and maximize long-term development. Athletes experience significant physical changes between ages 10-14 that directly impact performance and create temporary challenges that should be viewed as developmental opportunities.

• Growth plates are vulnerable to injury during rapid growth phase...

Every day, we pay our dues by doing the harder thing when it's the right thing to do, especially when it comes to speaking up about our health and boundaries in athletic settings.

• Most coaches (98-99%) want what's best for athletes and aren't maliciously pushing too hard
• For the 2% who prioritize results over athlete health, changing gyms may be necessary 
• Approaching coaches with education and...

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Return-to-sport programming for gymnasts presents unique challenges that standard rehabilitation protocols often fail to address. How do you safely progress an injured gymnast from soft surfaces back to competition floors? When should you increase repetitions versus change surfaces? ...

Is running the best cardio for gymnasts? Or is it doing more harm than good?

Dave Tilley and Diwesh Poudyal challenge traditional gymnastics conditioning methods, offering evidence-based alternatives for building aerobic capacity and sport-specific metabolic fitness without excessive impact.

• Exercise physiology basics: aerobic system (recovery), anaerobic lactic (1-2 minute efforts), and anaerobic alactic (brief...

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Leadership style significantly impacts athletic performance, with research showing better injury rates and attendance when coaches foster positive environments and clear communication.

• Life stress and physical recovery draw from the same biological resources
• Studies ...

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Rehabbing elbow injuries in young gymnasts requires a specific approach, especially when dealing with osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions and other complex conditions that lack standardized return-to-sport protocols.

• Elbow OCD occurs when repetitive compression creates a &qu...

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In this episode, Dave introduces a new podcast format featuring co-host Alea as they tackle the science of workload management in gymnastics and injury prevention strategies. The pair examines groundbreaking research on training load spikes and why smart preparation matters more than e...

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Unlock the secrets to effective acute sports injury management with our special guest, Dan Pope. Whether you're a clinician, physical therapist, or athletic trainer, this episode is packed with key strategies for navigating the first month post-injury. Learn how to reduce pain and swelling whi...

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Unlock the secrets to mastering gymnastics skills with our special guest, Nick Ruddock, as he shares his insights on the art of coaching backward giants and flyaways. Renowned for his innovative educational techniques, Nick emphasizes the foundational importance of the backward giant and the critical role of physical preparati...

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Unlock the secrets to transforming your gymnastics coaching approach with our latest episode of the Shift Show. You'll discover how to build a rock-solid core foundation for your gymnasts as the meet season looms, focusing on core training and shaping techniques that are absolutely...

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Unlock the secrets to enhancing gymnast performance through improved hip flexibility and injury prevention. Discover how a holistic approach to hip mobility, informed by both scientific insights and practical experience, can transform the lives of athletes at all levels. Engage with our thought-provoking discussion on ...

Unlock the secrets to conquering gymnastics anxiety with insights from our special guest, Rebecca Smith, a renowned mental performance coach in the gymnastics world. Together, we explore the fears young athletes face and how these can be transformed into newfound strengths. Our discussion highlights the biological responses to anxiety, the unintended consequences of motivational pressure, and the vital role of understanding and com...