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Back to Search184. Achilles Tendinopathy: Distinguishing Midportion and Insertional
Season 6 Episode 22
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In this episode, we discuss how to differentiate Achilles mid-portion tendinopathy from insertional tendinopathy and why the distinct…
12 hours ago
183. The “Vital Sign” You’re Probably Not Testing (But Should)
Season 6 Episode 21
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In today's episode, we discuss what VO2 max is, why it matters for physical therapists, and how it predicts cardiovascular risk and a…
2 weeks ago
182. Osteoarthritis Isn’t Just “Wear & Tear”… So What Is It, Really?
Season 6 Episode 20
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OA is described as the most prevalent chronic joint disease worldwide, involving progressive degeneration of articular cartilage and …
4 weeks ago
181. Paratenonitis vs Tenosynovitis: How to Tell the Difference and Treat Each
Season 6 Episode 19
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Today, we are answering a listener question about the difference between paratenonitis and tenosynovitis. We'll cover the roles of ea…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
180. Why Some Tendons Get Injured More Than Others: Load Mismatch, Tissue Quality, and Tendon Type
Season 6 Episode 18
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179. Rotator Cuff Tears 101: Partial vs. Full Thickness & What It Means for Your Patients
Season 6 Episode 17
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Not all rotator cuff tears are the same, and understanding why can completely change how you set expectations and build a plan with y…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
178. Dry Needling for Pain Relief: What We Think Is Happening (4 Key Mechanisms)
Season 6 Episode 16
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Welcome to this brief episode on dry needling and what current research suggests may explain its pain-relieving effects. The episode …
3 months ago
177. Baxter’s Nerve: The Overlooked Cause of Chronic Medial Heel Pain
Season 6 Episode 15
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In this PT Snacks episode, host Kasey introduces Baxter’s nerve (the first branch of the lateral plantar nerve, also called the infer…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
176. PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament): Function, Injury Mechanisms, Assessment, and Rehab Priorities
Season 6 Episode 14
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In this PT Snacks episode, Kasey breaks down the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) for PTs and students, covering what it is, how it’…
4 months ago
175. How Exercise Relieves Pain: 4 Pathways Every PT Should Know
Season 6 Episode 13
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This episode explains how exercise can act as pain relief, addressing common patient concerns about exercise hurting and offering an …
4 months, 2 weeks ago