[Case Studies] Differentiating peripheral artery disease from sciatica: a case study with Tom Jesson
28.1.2026 | 20 Min.
In this episode with Tom Jesson, we explore an interesting case study on a real patient of his - a patient who had peripheral artery disease. We discuss: Subjective examination of a patient who presents with calf pain Differential diagnosis of sciatica from peripheral artery disease Importance of asking the “right questions” within the history Reflections from an experienced Physiotherapist's lens This episode is closely tied to Tom’s case study he did with us. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients.
👉🏻 Watch Tom’s case study here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-jesson Tom Jesson is a physiotherapist with experience in musculoskeletal primary care and as a chronic pain specialist. He has written extensively on the topics of radicular pain, chronic pain and clinical reasoning. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
[Physio Explained] Men’s pelvic health: practical tips for clinicians with Dr David Cowley
21.1.2026 | 18 Min.
In this episode, we discuss everything about men’s health. We explore: Applications for diagnostic ultrasound in men's pelvic health Physiotherapy for post prostatectomy patients Role of manual therapy in men’s health Upskilling in men’s health physiotherapy Want to learn more about men’s health? Dr David Cowley recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Pelvic Health in Men: Practical Approaches for Physiotherapists” where he goes into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch his class now with our 7-day free trial https://physio.network/masterclass-cowley Dr David Cowley is a clinician-researcher specialising in men’s pelvic health. He works as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Queensland and as the Men’s Health Clinical Stream Leader at Active Rehabilitation Physiotherapy. He completed his PhD at the University of Queensland, where his research focused on male pelvic floor biomechanics and their role in urinary continence. Alongside his research and clinical practice, David teaches Men’s Health Physiotherapy across the University of Queensland, Australian Catholic University, and Griffith University. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is @Sarahyule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
[Physio Explained] Assessment and treatment of patellofemoral pain with Dr Natalie Collins
14.1.2026 | 18 Min.
In this episode with Natalie Collins we explore patellofemoral pain. We discuss: Key signs & symptoms of patellofemoral pain Crepitus within the patellofemoral joint Assessment of patellofemoral pain Foot orthoses for treatment of patellofemoral pain This episode is closely tied to Natalie’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster.
👉🏻 Watch Natalie’s Practical here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/practicals-collins
Dr Natalie Collins is an APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist and Associate Professor at The University of Queensland, whose research focuses on improving outcomes for people with knee pain across the lifespan, particularly patellofemoral pain and patellofemoral osteoarthritis. Dr Collins has also made major contributions to understanding the biomechanical and neuromuscular mechanisms of foot orthoses, developing novel methods to assess intrinsic foot muscle activity. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!
Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
[GOLDEN OLDIE] Clinical pearls on tendinopathy with Professor Jill Cook
07.1.2026 | 18 Min.
This episode is a REPLAY of one of the most popular Physio Explained episodes we’ve ever released, originally launched on the 6th of October 2021. In this episode with Jill Cook we explore: The tendon continuum model and tendon pathophysiology based on current research What is clinically relevant for patient care How to progress a real case Challenging the idea of “just loading a tendon heavy and slow” Practical tips on measuring tendon load, not just pain 👉🏻 Learn more about Physio Network’s Research Reviews here - https://physio.network/reviews-cook Jill Cook is a professor in musculoskeletal health in the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre at La Trobe University in Melbourne Australia. Jill's research areas include sports medicine and tendon injury. After completing her PhD in 2000, she has investigated tendon pathology, treatment options and risk factors for tendon injury. Jill currently supplements her research by conducting a specialist tendon practice and by lecturing and presenting workshops both in Australia and overseas. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
[GOLDEN OLDIE] Managing FAl syndrome with Dr. Jo Kemp
31.12.2025 | 18 Min.
This episode is a REPLAY of one of the most popular Physio Explained episodes we’ve ever released, originally launched on the 11th of October 2020. In this episode with Jo Kemp we explore: Dosage and length of rehab for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) Evidence based exercise prescription for FAI Pain in rehabilitation of FAI Want to learn more about FAI? Dr Jo Kemp recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome (FAIS)” where she go into further depth on this topic. 👉🏻 You can watch her class now with our 7-day free trial - https://physio.network/masterclass-kemp1 Dr Joanne Kemp is a Sports Physiotherapist and Senior Research Fellow at Latrobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, Australia. Her research is focused on hip pain including FAI and early onset hip OA in young and middle-aged adults, and its impact on activity, function and quality of life. She has a particular interest in non-surgical interventions that can slow the progression and reduce the symptoms associated with hip pain and hip OA. If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps! Our host is Michael Rizk from Physio Network and iMoveU 👏 Become a better physiotherapist with online education from world-leading experts: https://www.physio-network.com/
Welcome to the world of [Physio Explained], [Physio Discussed], [Expert Physio Q&A], and [Case Studies]—hosted by Sarah Yule and James Armstrong.[Physio Explained] – Our original podcast, Physio Explained, continues to bring you the biggest names in physio, tackling the most clinically relevant topics—all in under 20 minutes. It's the highest value per minute podcast in the physio space.[Physio Discussed] – Our longer-form podcast which launches monthly. In these episodes, two expert guests join our host to dive deep into your favourite topics, exploring varied assessment and treatment approaches to take your clinical expertise to the next level![Expert Physio Q&A] – These podcasts are a snippet taken from our Practicals live Q&A sessions. Held monthly, these sessions give Practicals members the chance to ask their pressing questions and get direct answers from our expert presenters.[Case Studies] – These podcasts feature expert clinicians walking you through real-life patient cases, covering subjective and objective examinations, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning. Each episode offers a unique learning opportunity, with links to our Case Studies service for those who want to explore the case in greater depth.