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In this episode, Dillon discusses the power of our thoughts. We look to answer; How do our thoughts play a role in outcomes? Are placebos a bad thing? Can positive self-talk improve performance? What strategies can we implement to improve positive self-talk? All of this and more answered on this episode!    Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Dillon Caswell, PT, DPT, SCS Read You Are Not Your MRI - MRI's for Lower Back Pain Watch Knee Valgus is Bad: Fact or Myth For Predicting ACL Injuries? Learn More About The Knee [P]Rehab Program Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon and Craig discuss one of the most enjoyable and frustrating sports to play, golf. There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding the game of golf and we pick Craig's brain to see if these are true or false!  We look to answer; Do you have to be fit to golf? How much physical exertion happens in a round of golf? Can golf increase longevity? We also discuss Craig's warm-up routine before swinging the club, common golf-related injuries, and if they can be prevented, along with how strength and conditioning programs to improve golf fitness can be implemented!    Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Craig Lindell, PT, DPT, CSCS Read The Best Exercises For Golfers Watch Fix Your Backswing With These Exercises Learn More About The Golf [P]Rehab Program Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy t

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Dr. Jason Tuori to discuss the best practice in selecting running shoes. We look to answer; Do they need to be specifically fit to your foot type? Should we be running in minimalist shoes or barefoot running? Can shoes decrease the risk of running-related injury? Should we be using different shoe types for different distances?  Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Jason Tuori, PT, DPT, CSCS: Jason Tuori is a sports physical therapy resident at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, NY. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy at SUNY Upstate Medical University in 2017 and practiced for three years in an outpatient/sports setting in Ithaca, NY. Clinically, Jason’s interests are in the management of knee, ankle, and running-related injuries. He is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and USA Weightlifting certified coach and previously worked as a strength coach in the high school setting. Jason is a USA Track & Field certi

In this episode, Dillon, Sherif, and special guest MLB All-Star Ellis Burks look to answer; what qualities allow you to achieve a particular goal? What role do community and team play in overcoming adversity? Which qualities allowed Ellis to come back to professional baseball after multiple injuries and surgeries? What routines or habits allow professional baseball players to stay injury-free? All of this and more answered in this episode!       Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Ellis Burks: Ellis Burks was selected 20th overall in the 1983 MLB draft and made his debut in 1987 at 22 years of age as the Boston Red Sox centerfielder. In 1987 his batting line exceeded all expectations; 20 home runs; 27 stolen bases to accompany 59 runs batted in and a .272 batting average. He became only the third Red Sox player to total 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in the same season. He had 15 outfield assists, which as of 2017 remained the most in a season for a Red Sox center fielder. He became the 25th major league

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Dr. David Meyer discussing every related to rehabbing and [P]rehabbing the mind! We look to answer why a social stigma surrounds mental health and how to shift perspective and find your identity in the initial injury phases. What role does mindset play in rehab, strength and conditioning, and overall performance? Dave also discusses tips and strategies to decrease fear of the unknown and how to develop GRIT. Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. David Meyer, PT, DPT, CSCS After serving the St. Louis Cardinals as their Medical and Rehabilitation Coordinator, Dr. David Meyer PT, DPT wrote “Injured to Elite: A Guide to Empowering Yourself to Transform Your Life After Injury”, to empower the world with a newfound mental approach to physical rehab. As a Sports Performance-oriented Physical Therapist, he graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University. After completing an advanced sports residency training program at the world-renowned Hos

In this episode, Dillon and Taryn discuss the topic of dead butt syndrome or gluteal amnesia, answering the question do the glutes forget how to activate? The glutes are one of the strongest muscles we have in the human body, where did the idea of them turning off come from? What is the role of the glutes? What are the best exercises for glute gains or booty gains? All of this and more answered in this episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Taryn Everett, PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L1, CNC Read: How To Turn On Your Glutes - Fact Or Fiction? Read: The Best Exercises For The Glute Med Learn More About The Hip [P]Rehab Programs Watch The 3 Best Glute Med Exercises Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing hel

In this episode, Dillon and Sherif discuss the important differences in both diagnosing and treating high ankle sprains vs the common lateral ankle sprains! Along with discussing the differences in these two injuries, they answer the questions; Are X-rays or MRI's needed? How long does it take to return to sport after a high ankle sprain? Are ankle braces or ankle taping effective in reducing the risk of injury? Lastly, they discuss clinical pearls they have found in their practice to successfully treat ankle sprains and get athletes back to playing.    Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Dr. Sherif Elnaggar, PT, DPT, OCS Read Article: How To Rehab A High Ankle Sprain Read Article: Do I Need An X-Ray After An Ankle Sprain? Read Article: Staying Strong After Surgery/Immobilization Watch YouTube Video: How To Rehab A Lateral Ankle Sprain Learn More About The [P]Rehab Ankle Sprain Program  Learn More About The [P]Rehab Ankle Dorsiflexion Overhaul Program Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]

In this episode, Dillon sits down with Dr. Joe Tatta to discuss the topic of acceptance and commitment therapy from his new book Radical Relief: A Guide to Overcome Chronic Pain. The episode dives into the importance of identifying your values, psychological flexibility, mindfulness or present moment awareness, putting life before pain vs pain before life, and the role of self-forgiveness to treat chronic pain.  Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. Joe Tatta, PT, DPT, CNS   Dr. Joe Tatta is a global leader in integrative pain care and an advocate for the safe and effective treatment of chronic pain. He is the Founder of the Integrative Pain Science Institute, a cutting-edge health company reinventing pain care through evidence-based treatment, research, and professional development. For 25 years he has supported people living with pain and helped practitioners deliver more effective pain management. His research and career achievements include scalable practice models centered on lifestyle medicine,

In this episode, Dillon and Craig sit down with special guest Eric Cressey to discuss strategies to develop rotational speed in athletes such as golfers, baseball, softball, and hockey players. They look to answer; what are the building blocks or fundamentals required to train rotational power? What are some training methods to build rotational speed and swing speed? What role do age and technology play in a rotational power development program? How can we incorporate medicine ball throws into a training program!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Eric Cressey Eric is president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance (CSP), with facilities located in Hudson, MA and Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and received his Master’s Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science through the University of Connecticut. He is known for his extensive work with baseball players, CS

In this episode, Dillon and Taryn discuss the topic of weightlifting belts. Should we be using weightlifting belts while working out? What benefit do weightlifting belts provide? Do belts decrease the risk of a lower back injury in the workplace and the gym? What's the difference between hollowing and bracing? If using a belt, what's the proper way to wear it? All of this and more answered in this episode.  Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab Learn More About Taryn Everett, PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L1, CNC Read Article: Do Weightlifting Belts Actually Work With Exercise? Learn More About The Core [P]Rehab Programs Learn About Safe Alternatives to 1 Rep Max Testing Submit Questions/Topics Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon and Sherif discuss the best approaches to treat chronic pain! They discuss the difference between top-down and bottom-up techniques. How effective is pain science education? Should opioids be used to treat chronic pain? How does the role of prediction play into all of this? Is it possible to get out of chronic pain and what obstacles can be faced along the way? All of this and more answered in this episode!    Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. Dillon Caswell, PT, DPT, SCS Read Articles: What Is Pain? Part 1 of 3   Is Pain Really All In Your Head? Part 2 of 3  The Science Of Pain And Treatment Concepts: Part 3 of 3 Is No Pain No Gain True? What You Need To Know About Tissue Healing    Check out the: Low Back [P]Rehab Program   Watch YouTube Video: Improve Your Postural Pain   Learn About [P]Rehab Programs    Submit Questions/Topics Visit our website: http://www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter   Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehab

In this episode, Dillon and Sherif discuss everything related to the most complex sensation we experience, pain. What is pain? Why do we feel pain? What are the different types of pain? Is pain typically viewed as a good thing or a bad thing? The guys also discuss previous scientific explanations of pain along with the shortcoming of these theories that then led up to modern-day pain science advances. Lastly, they discuss pain related to prediction models and all the factors that play a role in the experience of pain.    Enjoy! -Team [P]Rehab   Learn More About Dr. Dillon Caswell, PT, DPT, SCS Read Articles: What Is Pain? Part 1 of 3   Is Pain Really All In Your Head? Part 2 of 3  The Science Of Pain And Treatment Concepts: Part 3 of 3 Is No Pain No Gain True? What You Need To Know About Tissue Healing    Check out the: Low Back [P]Rehab Program   Watch YouTube Video: Improve Your Postural Pain   Learn About [P]Rehab Programs    Submit Questions/Topics Visit our website: http://www.theprehabguys.com Follow us

In this episode, Dillon and Arash keep the conversation going on Rotator Cuff from part 1. In this episode they answer questions related to treatment options if rotator cuff related shoulder pain is present. Do you need surgery for the rotator cuff? Is conservative management successful in treating rotator cuff related shoulder pain? The discussion then turns to methods to prevent rotator cuff related shoulder pain from occurring in the first place and the importance of power based movements both at end stages of rehab and for [P]rehab. Lastly, the discussion goes into exercises Arash and Dillon like to use for the rotator cuff!!!     Enjoy!    -Team [P]Rehab    Guest:     Read Article: Exercises For Rotator Cuff Injury    Link to Rotator Cuff [P]Rehab Program    Link to YouTube Video: 4 Common Mistakes Made With Shoulder Rehab    Links To Related Podcasts:   Episode 82: Rotator Cuff Discussion With [P]Rehab Part 1  Episode 69: Overhead Stability For Fitness Athletes  Episod

In this episode, Dillon and Arash discuss everything related to the rotator cuff! The rotator cuff is a relatively smaller muscle group but crucial for shoulder functioning. In this episode they answer, What is the job of the rotator cuff? What are the risk factors for developing rotator cuff related shoulder pain? Lastly, for the students and clinician listeners how special are the clinical special test for shoulder pathology? All of that and more answered!     Enjoy!    -Team [P]Rehab    Guest:     Read Article: Exercises For Rotator Cuff Injury    Link to Rotator Cuff [P]Rehab Program    Link to YouTube Video: 4 Common Mistakes Made With Shoulder Rehab    Links To Related Podcasts:   Episode 69: Overhead Stability For Fitness Athletes  Episode 67: Diabetes and Frozen Shoulder: What's The Link?  Episode 50: Getting Educated On "Cortisone Shots' With Dr. Alex Weber  Episode 3: Shoulder Labrum and Biceps With Dr. Alex Weber     Link to Learn About [P]Rehab Programs  

In this episode, Dillon discusses the R.I.C.E protocol. After an initial injury do we need to rest, ice, compress, and elevate the area? Is inflammation good or a bad thing? How does ice work? Does ice help in the healing process? Are there better ways to recover after an initial injury? All of this and more answered in this episode!!!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Guest:   Learn More About Dr. Dillon Caswell   Read Article: The Truth About Icing Injuries   Read Article: Do I Need An X-ray After An Ankle Sprain?   Read Article: What You Need To Know About Tissue Healing   Link to Ankle Sprain [P]Rehab Program   Link to YouTube Video: Do I Need an Xray After an Ankle Sprain?   Links To Related Podcasts: Episode 65 Living Well With Lymphedema With [P]Rehab Episode 50 Getting Educated On Cortisone Shots With Dr. Alex Weber   Link to Learn About [P]Rehab Programs   Link To Submit Questions/Topics   Visit our website: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter   Connect with Team 

In this episode, Dillon, Mike, and special guest Josh Madonick talk strategies to get out of debt! Students coming out of college are hit with big loan repayments and are often left unsure what to do? Is the best strategy to aggressively pay? Is it to pay the minimum? Which loan should you pay off first? All of this and more answered in this episode!!!   Josh Madonick graduated from Fresno State University with his DPT in 2017. He and his wife (also a DPT class of 2017) graduated with a combined $112,000 in student loan debt.   After putting off their loan repayment for the first few months of their professional careers, Josh decided to get serious about getting out of debt. After doing some serious research, Josh drafted up a repayment strategy, and less than 2 years later, they were completely debt free! They even did so while working in the typical outpatient physical therapy clinic (making new-grad salaries). Since then, Josh created The $PT, a group focused on teaching new grad DPT’s how to pay off

In this episode, Dillon, Mike, and Tommy look to dispel an old myth that using the knee extension machine is bad for your knees!!!  Where did this concept originate? Can using a knee extension machine truly damage your knees? The discussion then dives into the importance of the quadriceps muscle. How can we best isolate and strengthen the quad? Why is it so important to isolate the quad after a knee surgery? What's the risk vs benefit of open chain knee extension post-op ACL reconstruction? Lastly, they dive into a conversation on "functional exercise".   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Guest:   Learn More About Tommy Mandala, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS   Read Article: "Is The Knee Extension Machine Safe To Use?"   Learn More About Blood Flow Restriction   Learn Why Deep Squats And Knees Going Over Your Toes Is Safe   Link to Learn About [P]Rehab Programs   Link To Submit Questions/Topics   Visit our website: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter   Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@t

In this episode, Dillon and Craig discuss setting up systems to reach New Year's Resolutions! Just writing a goal is not enough, we need to create sustainable systems that make the goal achievable. How to form new habits? Can we change our identity through action? How do we set up new routines? How to keeps our brains, that seek rewards, on track to reach the long term outcome? All of this and more answered in this weeks episode!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Link to Learn About [P]Rehab Programs   Link To Submit Questions/Topics   Read The Article: "Building 'Atomic Habits' With [P]Rehab"   Visit our website: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter   Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com     [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions,

In this episode, Dillon, Arash, Craig, and Mike reflect back on 2020 and update listeners with what's brewing in the new building. Then the discussion shifts into goal setting. How do we set realistic goals? What's the difference between goals and values? How do we reach goals in the next year? These questions answered here in this episode!!!   Enjoy!   -Team [P]Rehab   Link to Learn About [P]Rehab Programs   Link To Submit Questions/Topics   Visit our website: www.theprehabguys.com Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter   Connect with Team [P]Rehab info@theprehabguys.com     [P]Rehabbers thank you for listening and let us know what to talk about next. We hope to help you take control of your health through education! Did you enjoy this? Please rate, review, share, and subscribe. Every bit of feedback, comments, subscriptions, and sharing helps!!!

In this episode, Dillon and Dr. Alland discuss the role of nonsurgical orthopedic docs in sports and his experience going through physical therapy after a surgery. Then we dive into the main discussion of the day centered around concussion. What is a concussion? What causes a concussion? How is impact related to the risk of concussion?   Rule changes have been made at the professional level to decrease risk of concussion, this has trickled down into youth sports. Have the rule changes created a safer playing atmosphere for athletes? What's the best way to recover from a concussion? After a concussion are you at risk for other injuries? All of this and more answered!!!   Dr. Jeremy Alland graduated from Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL, where he was awarded the prestigious William H. Harrison, PhD Award for selfless leadership, aspiration and collaboration. He went on to complete a Family Medicine residency at UPMC St. Margaret Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, where he served as Chief Resident and was peer-selec