PT Inquest Episode 36: IASTM and ROM Changes
In Episode 36 we look at changes in range of motion after IASTM. Is it really doing anything to the tissue itself? What evidence is there really behind these tool assisted treatments? Acute...
In Episode 36 we look at changes in range of motion after IASTM. Is it really doing anything to the tissue itself? What evidence is there really behind these tool assisted treatments? Acute...
In Episode 35 we look at the role of quadriceps strengthening exercises on patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Is it really effective? What role does it play during rehab? Effects of physical therapist-guided quadriceps-strengthening...
In Episode 34 we look at the incidence of second ACL injuries two years after primary ACL reconstruction. How often to patients that return to sports re-tear their ACL? What about the contra-lateral...
In Episode 33 we look at the relationship of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) in-line lunge to power, speed, and balance measures. Why is this question being asked? Does the intended function of a test...
In Episode 32 we look at the effect of physical therapy on pain and function in patients with hip osteoarthritis. Is your knee-jerk reaction to get defensive? Let’s explore the history of this question...
In Episode 31 we look at biochemical markers of pain and stress after manipulations. Are these effects specific or merely objective? Does it need to do more than provide temporary analgesia? Changes in Biochemical...
In Episode 30 we look at the effects of therapeutic alliance on outcomes involving treatments with no known specific effects. Enhanced Therapeutic Alliance Modulates Pain Intensity and Muscle Pain Sensitivity in Patients With Chronic...
In Episode 29 we look at limited active knee flexion as a predictor of function after hamstring ACLR and comparing long term function of double- vs single-bundle ACLR. Standing Flexion Deficits Predict Self-Reported Outcomes...
This episode of PT Podcast is with Chris Wilson. Chris Wilson is currently a physical therapist with OSU Sports Medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He earned his Doctor of Physical...
In Episode 28 we discuss the differences between specific effects and objective changes – not the same thing. We also look at the following article on injury prevention programs. The effectiveness of exercise interventions...