A Biopsychosocial Healthcare Podcast

We hosted Jane to learn from her experiences with persisting pain, chatting about: Her journey as a patient in our medical system The unrelenting nature of pain The different ways she was treated by clinicians and colleagues Her responses and what she found most helpful Advice to people living with pain Whether you're a person … Continue reading Jane – Pain, and How to Manage →

We hosted OT, consultant, educator, and organiser Sheela Ivlev to discuss: How social determinants link to equity and justice Anti-Racism for healthcare professionals White supremacy – what it is and why learn about it Intersectionality – common misunderstandings and how we can use it Practical steps clinicians can take Follow Sheela on Instagram @OTBayArea https://otbayarea.com

We hosted consultant physiotherapist, educator and researcher Matthew Low to discuss: Evidence-Based Practice – what is it really? Person-Centred vs Person-Focused Why care about philosophy? Reflective practice, reflexivity and mentoring Starting points for the sociopolitical Follow Matt Low on X @MattLowPT Complex Clinical Reasoning https://mattlowpt.wordpress.com https://causehealthblog.org

We hosted Physiotherapists Allana Beavis and Derek Lai from the Global Physio Podcast to discuss: – What is global health, and what led them to learning about it – The challenges when starting to learn and talk about global issues – Helpful starting points to upskill – The benefits and positives in deconstructing ideas we've … Continue reading Allana Beavis & Derek Lai – Global Health →

We hosted Chiropractor, mentor and founder of Clinical Concepts Dr. David Newton to discuss: The biggest challenges in evidence-based care Barriers and solutions to updating university assessments and teaching The value of critical thinking How we can best use social media Combining business and ethical healthcare Follow @dr.david.newton and @clinical_concepts on Instagram for more.

We hosted osteopath, researcher and educator Dr. Oliver Thomson to discuss:   What's the function of a diagnosis? The value of qualitative research Why bother with philosophy and critical thinking How to spot pseudoscience What clinicians can gain from mentoring Follow Oliver on Instagram @droliver_t

We hosted Physiotherapist Diego Hidalgo to discuss: The value of philosophy and critical thinking Why should we expand our social circles? The real value of learning anatomy What we need to talk about more How to filter our social media newsfeed Follow Diego on Instagram @skepticalphysio and Twitter @PhysioSkeptical

We hosted Medical Doctor, Strength Coach and founder of Barbell Medicine Jordan Feigenbaum to discuss: How do doctors, health and fitness professionals interpret Barbell Medicine's content + the most common misinterpretations Barriers to recommending exercise guidelines, and solutions How to communicate on social media without oversimplifying How to filter overwhelming amount of content online? Social … Continue reading Jordan Feigenbaum – Science Communication, What Do? →

We hosted Physiotherapist and PhD candidate Eduan Breedt to discuss: Why should clinicians care about politics? What should we know about neoliberalism? Critical questions to reflect on our healthcare systems and institutions How does Physiotherapy view the body beyond “Body as Machine” Follow Eduan's work at eduanbreedt.com

We hosted Titled Pain Physio and PhD candidate Soph Shephard to discuss: A sociological view of “profession vs profession” How professional identity can interfere with progress What scope of practice really is Innovations and solutions within workplaces Differences between multi- and trans-disciplinary care The value of systems thinking Reach out to Soph on Instagram @vivepainrehab … Continue reading Sophie Shephard – Power within Professions →

We hosted Dr. Mark Kargela from Modern Pain Care to discuss: Reaching the top of “Intervention Mountain” to now The value of critical thinking and science What we can do about social determinants of health Barriers and solutions to applying EBP in private practice Why have supervision/mentoring?   Follow the Modern Pain Podcast on all … Continue reading Mark Kargela – Modern Pain Care →

We hosted Physiotherapist and educator Laura Rathbone to discuss: Coaching vs Supervision vs Mentoring – what are the differences? What is ACT, and discovering our values Common mistakes when practicing with an ACT framework The biggest problems and solutions of MSK Healthcare How does clinical work intersect with social justice? Follow Laura on Instagram @laura.painspecialist … Continue reading Laura Rathbone – Ethical Healthcare and ACT →

We hosted Physiotherapy student Victor Dimov to discuss: Takeaways from our Decoding Science & Research course Learnings from shadowing clinicians Tips for students interested in MSK rehab Social media recommendations How to manage information overload Follow Victor on Instagram @ physiowithvictor

We hosted RMT and educator Eric Purves to discuss: Some of the biggest problems within musculoskeletal/pain practice Eric's turning point, and finding role models online The most valuable critical thinking skills for clinicians What he's changed his mind on recently Advice for clinicians overwhelmed by social media Go to https://ericpurves.com for information on courses and … Continue reading Eric Purves – Problems & Solutions in MSK Healthcare →

We hosted Physiotherapist, Educator and PhD student Jilly Bond to discuss: Trigger Points – What are they really? Defining tension, tightness, activity and tonicity Most common misunderstanding about bladder and pelvic pain Aspects of pelvic pain management that are overlooked What we need more of, and practical ways to upskill our practice Follow Jilly at … Continue reading Jilly Bond – Trigger Points, and Pelvic Pain Updated →

We hosted Physiotherapist and PhD student Miriam Dillon to discuss: Clinical takeaways from her PhD What clinicians need to know about sociology Critical reflexivity with examples How clinicians respond to emotional distress in practice Follow Miriam on X @miriam_dillon

We hosted AEP and business owner Daniel La Spina to discuss: What clinical practice was like 12 years ago vs now His turning points from a biomedical framework towards BPS practice Some of the barriers and challenges for EBP Courses – the helpful and the unhelpful Practical advice for newgrad EPs Follow Daniel on Instagram … Continue reading Daniel La Spina – 12 Years of Clinical Reflections →

We hosted Sports Physiotherapist and PhD student Andreas Alt to discuss: What is adherence and sustainability, and why are they important? The neurophysiology behind adherence and motivation What clinicians should know about neurodiversity, and how we can adapt treatment plans to suit a patient's needs The 6 Domains that influence patients' adherence Practical advice to … Continue reading Andreas Alt – How to Improve Adherence →

We hosted Exercise Physiologist Ellen Masson and Physiotherapist Ben Slade to discuss: Reflections from their last podcast episodes on TKEX What mistakes did they make during their newgrad years, and what did they learn from these mistakes? Their personal struggles and challenges in clinical practice, and how they manage What do clinicians need more of? … Continue reading Ellen Masson & Ben Slade – The Need for Connection →

We hosted managing director of TKEX and clinic owner Luke Postlethwaite to discuss: How can clinicians in clinical practice make more money? What is under- and over- servicing? How to best prepare for job interviews How often should we see patients? What's his definition of success as a business owner? What to do if a … Continue reading Luke Postlethwaite – Running a Successful Business →

We hosted yoga teacher and science communicator Jenni Rawlings to discuss: Her journey from alignment-focused narratives to pain science The most common myths and misconceptions from professionals in the yoga space How should we respond to misinformation? Green flags for clinicians and educators in rehab/pain The most valuable takeaways from training in anatomy and biomechanics … Continue reading Jenni Rawlings – Evidence-Based Yoga →

We hosted Chiropractor and S&C Coach Yuji Suzuki to discuss: The challenges applying evidence-based practice, and how he manages them The most valuable skillsets and resources for application Examples of useful reflective questions for ongoing growth and learning What are the most common struggles from colleagues practicing person-centred care? Practical advice for clinicians entering private … Continue reading Yuji Suzuki – Humility and Curiosity →

We hosted Physiotherapist and S&C Coach Rohit Murgod to discuss: Highs and lows of private practice as a newgrad What university did and didn't teach for clinical practice Biggest struggles and what helped most Most valuable skillsets gained and how Advice to clinicians entering private practice Follow Rohit on Instagram @ro.everlasting_athlete

Our third podcast with Anthony Berrick where we dived into: How do fear and anxiety play into pain? Essential components of exposure therapy. How to enhance the learning effect. Mindfulness misconceptions and how to use it in practice. Validation – what does it involve? You can reach Anthony at anthonyberrick.com.au  and facebook.com/anthonyberrickpsychologist.  

We hosted Dave Moen – physiotherapist, clinic owner, founder of Permission to Move and creator of Tame the Beast to discuss: Experiential learning and minimal effective dose of education. How to facilitate vicarious learning for patients and clinicians. Mastery experiences – what are they, and how do we create them? Should we treat acute pain … Continue reading Dave Moen – Self-Efficacy for Patients and Clinicians (Rebroadcast) →

We hosted physiotherapist, lecturer and researcher Dr. Nathalia Costa to discuss: Uncertainty – what is it and when does it show up in clinic? Helpful ways we can manage uncertainty What happens when you acknowledge and communicate uncertainty? The value of critical reflexivity for clinicians Practical takeaways from her latest paper Epistemic humility – what … Continue reading Nathalia Costa – Navigating Uncertainty →

We hosted Rajam Roose, massage therapist and founder + CEO of the San Diego Pain Summit to discuss: Her lived experience with burnout, and her journey “crossing the chasm” The origin story of the SDPS, and what clinicians have found most valuable The importance of networking and collaboration for clinicians learning about pain science How … Continue reading Rajam Roose – San Diego Pain Summit →

We hosted civil engineer technologist and pain advocate Keith Meldrum for a discussion on: His lived experience of persisting neuropathic pain The urge to find a “fix”, and the turning points in his journey The struggles navigating the healthcare system What does “person-centred” look like in practice? The skills clinicians would benefit from learning the … Continue reading Keith Meldrum – Centring the Lived Experience →

On this episode, we had an insightful chat with Antony Lo (The Physio Detective) where we discussed: His clinical journey, sunk-cost fallacies and compassion towards colleagues Misconceptions about pelvic floor rehab Bracing considerations for heavy lifting Myths surrounding diastasis recti Practical advice for TeleHealth consultations Find Antony Lo (The Physio Detective) on physiodetective.com and all … Continue reading Antony Lo – Self-Reflections and Women's Health (Rebroadcast) →

We hosted Physical Therapist and mentor Joe Camoratto from Across the Continuum to discuss: What can clinicians learn from Strength & Conditioning principles? The most common challenges in clinical practice, and how mentoring helps A personal experience navigating the healthcare system with pain, as an educated patient How we can support more evidence-based information The … Continue reading Joe Camoratto – Across the Continuum →

We hosted Physical Therapist and co-founder of Citizen Athletics and E3 Rehab Sam Spinelli to discuss: Online training and TeleHealth. His “why” with social media and the value of mentors. Changes to practice over the years, and his stance on manual therapy. Strength and conditioning for clinical populations. Valgus – motor control cueing or progressively … Continue reading Sam Spinelli – Instagram, TeleHealth and S&C (Rebroadcast) →

We hosted S&C coach and college professor Kyle Poland to chat about: His experiences with chronic back pain The harmful impacts of corrective exercises What was it like studying under Dr. Stuart McGill? How can we inoculate clinicians from misinformation? Unpacking informed consent Follow Kyle at www.instagram.com/tactical_fit

We hosted Physiotherapist and Researcher Karime Mescouto to discuss: A critical reflexive approach to the BPS model and evidence-based practice What is power, and how does it relate to our work as clinicians? How can we better manage power within shared decision-making and informed consent? Expanding our lens with sociological theories and qualitative research approaches … Continue reading Karime Mescouto – Power Dynamics →

We hosted Peter Stilwell and Sabrina Coninx for a discussion on: The Enactive Approach – what is it and what does it add to a BPS approach? What are affordances in the context of pain Practical takeaways and benefits for clinicians working in private practice How can you tell if a clinician is using an … Continue reading Peter Stilwell & Sabrina Coninx – What's Your Philosophy? →

We hosted Physical Therapist and Instagram star Jacob Templar to discuss: How he used to practice, and what he's changed Helpful tips for clinicians on Instagram Advice for newgrads who want to post, but feel afraid of being judged Practical ways to learn critical thinking and philosophy How should we respond to misinformation online? Follow … Continue reading Jacob Templar – Strength in Evidence →

We hosted Brisbane-based Physiotherapist and Instagram Meme King Louis Savill to discuss: His journey so far and how he built his business Mistakes made and lessons learnt Most common fallacies in physio and musculoskeletal rehab The challenges applying Evidence-Based Practice, and solutions Advice for clinicians in private practice Follow Louis on Instagram @lousavill_physio

We hosted Raphael Bender from Breathe Education to talk about: How to teach movement and the value of external cues. The best ways to set-up clients for success with motor learning. Spinal flexion in a deadlift. Hypermobility – what we know from research. Thinking critically and staying up-to-date with evidence. Find Raphael at breathe.edu.au. This … Continue reading (Rebroadcast) Raphael Bender – Teaching Movement →

We hosted Quinn Henoch from Clinical Athlete and discussed: Quinn's journey through S&C and Physical Therapy, and his initial aspirations in school. Constraints-led coaching examples for clinical populations. The tiered approach to rehab and cueing. Position-specific drills and their utility. Updated stances on mobility drills and passive therapy. This is a rebroadcast from April 2020. … Continue reading (Rebroadcast) Quinn Henoch – Dynamic Systems Theory & Mobility Myths →

We hosted Physiotherapist and researcher Dr. Joshua Pate to discuss: Main findings from research on pain in children and adolescents Practical take-homes for clinical practice The nuances of education How might pain science education go wrong? What's the role of parents, and how might clinicians influence this? Check out Josh's work at https://joshuawpate.com

Back by popular demand, we hosted Physiotherapists Kit Wisdom and Dr. Shelley Barlow to explore:   The client-clinician relationship, and shifting focus to the shared subjective space Reflecting on our feelings of isolation, overwhelm and shame as undergrads, and how we created safety From techniques and tools, to working with clients, to being with them The … Continue reading Shelley Barlow & Kit Wisdom – Clinical Reflections →

We hosted Strength Coach and Personal Trainer Grant Oden to discuss: His experiences with back pain The impact of nocebic messages on his pain What really helped What should clinicians do more of online, and why Advice to clinicians in private practice Follow Grant on Instagram @odenstrength

We hosted Physiotherapist Ben Slade to discuss: Common mistakes with a BPS approach Using exercise and education as passive tools The communication skills that make the difference Boundary setting and clinician identity Values and what matters most

We hosted Matthew Danziger and Keenan Hollingsworth for a discussion on: How can clinicians best respond to misinformation online The most common clinical practice myths, and how to debunk them How to best promote up-to-date practice Navigating mixed messages with clients

We hosted Exercise Physiologist and business owner Danny Phillips to discuss:   – The real challenges of person-centred practice, biggest mistakes, and biggest lessons – Navigating differing clinical opinions and colleagues practicing with different clinical frameworks – Feelings of “not knowing enough” and the urge to “fix” someone's pain – The most useful clinical skills, … Continue reading Danny Phillips – Clinical Growth and Upskill →

We hosted Mike to discuss his journey with injuries and pain:   – What it was like navigating misinformation as a client with persisting back pain – What advice from clinicians helped, and what didn't help – The turning points for his recovery and how he manages flare-ups now – Advice for clinicians in private … Continue reading Mike – Insights from a Client →

We hosted dancer and coach Nathalia Pinheiro to discuss her journey with injuries and pain: Her biggest challenges and what pain stopped her from doing What advice from clinicians helped, and what didn't help What she found different about our approach How she manages flare-ups What we need more of from healthcare professionals www.instagram.com/nathaliapinheirozouk

We hosted Sara Lindberg for a reflection on her 10+ year journey with back pain: The struggles and challenges of working with competing messages and treatment approaches What was helpful, and what was unhelpful What was different about our approach including the cons How she recovered and what's she's doing now Advice to clinicians helping … Continue reading Sara Lindberg – Back Pain “Fixed” →

We hosted physiotherapist and researcher Kevin Wernli to discuss: Takeaways from his latest papers Learnings and implications for clinicians working in MSK/Pain How to navigate differences in opinions in private practice The most common beliefs people with back pain have, and where they often come from Barriers and potential solutions to clinicians updating their practice … Continue reading Kevin Wernli – Pain Beliefs & Challenges →

Join us as we sit down with Dr Michelle Blanchard and discuss: Findings from the national stigma report card The surprising findings about interactions with healthcare professionals Considerations to decrease stigma and discrimination around mental health in the workplace and in personal settings The contrast of Biopsychosocial and biomedical views and how this may impact … Continue reading Dr Michelle Blanchard – Exploring The National Mental Health Stigma Report Card →

  We hosted Titled Pain Physio and business owner Sophie Shephard for a discussion on:   The struggles and successes from her experiences in private practice Challenges and advice for clinicians looking to start up a business Social justice issues clinicians need to know about, and what we can do Newgrads in private practice – … Continue reading Sophie Shephard – Pain & Passion in Private Practice →

We hosted EP and business owner Meredith Woolsey for a discussion on:   Defining HAES and size-inclusive practice Practical considerations for clinic spaces How weight stigma shows up in clinical practice Advice for clinicians starting to learn about HAES   Reach out to Meredith through www.facebook.com/movetoliveexphys