BJSM Podcast

1. Updates in Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) and how they can improve the care you provide to your patients – an overview with Professor Margo Mountjoy. EP#539

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) can cause various health and performance consequences for physically active individuals. BJSM’s Dr Liam West poses the questions to our topic expert Prof Margo Mountjoy to give you the overview of the changes to the recent IOC REDs Consensus Statement Papers. Margo has a wealth of knowledge in the area both in a clinical and research capacity so is perfectly placed to help guide you through the top take home points and how to improve the care you offer

Sep 29,2023 16:38

2. Mononucleosis and Athletic Participation. EP#538

In this episode of the AMSSM (T: @TheAMSSM) Sports Medcast, host Dr. Jake Wessels, MD, is joined by Dr. Margot Putukian, MD (T: @MPutukian), and Dr. Siobhan Statuta, MD, to discuss the AMSSM Position Statement on Mononucleosis and Athletic Participation, which was published earlier this year.This position statement updates the Evidence-Based Subject Review on Mononucleosis by the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine published in 2008 and reviews the epidemiology, clinical manifestations,

Aug 11,2023 19:24

3. Diving into the Healing Waters: Swimming as medicine with Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi. EP #537

This BJSM podcast dives into the launch of 'Swimming as Medicine' with Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi (GP, RCGP Lifestyle & Physical Activity Lead and Clinical Advisor for Swim England) and BJSM's host Dr Shona Kohlhardt.This podcast explores the benefits and practicalities of the 'Swimming as Medicine' campaign and both how patients and clinical practitioners can benefit and get involved.The following links are mentioned within the podcast:https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/health-fact-sheets-relaunch

Jul 28,2023 20:24

4. Athletes with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder with Dr. Dusty Narducci. EP#536

In this episode of the AMSSM CRN Spotlight Podcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder, DO, (T: @thejschro) is joined by Dr. Dusty Narducci (T: @NarducciDusty) to discuss the updated AMSSM Position Statement regarding Athletes With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.Dr. Narducci served as a co-author on the position statement, and in this conversation, she addresses the following topics:Why the position statement, which was originally published in 2011, was updatedThe recommended appr

Jul 21,2023 28:28

5. Later-in-life health risks associated with sport-related concussion and repetitive head impacts - Prof Grant Iverson and Prof Bob Cantu. EP#535

This podcast is a part of a BJSM mini-series on concussion in sport following the release of the 6th International Consensus Statement. In this episode Brooke Patterson hosts Prof Grant Iverson and Prof Bob Cantu to discuss the systematic review which evaluated the later-in-life health risks associated with participation in collision sports, repeated head impacts and concussion. The podcast will help clinicians have evidence-informed conversations about the risks with athletes, coaches, parents,

Jul 07,2023 30:43

6. No more cocooning! Return to school and sport after sports-related concussion EP#534

This podcast Brooke Patterson hosts Prof John Leddy and Dr Margot Putukian, as a part of a BJSM mini-series on concussion, following the release of the 6th international consensus statement. They discuss the latest evidence on risks and benefits of physical activity, rest, cognitive activity, and sleep after sports related concussion. It will help clinicians guide athletes to return to exercise, school, and sport following concussion. Links to reviews Rest and exercise https://bjsm.bmj.com/c

Jun 30,2023 26:36

7. The journey from SCAT5 to SCAT6 and beyond - what is new in sports related concussion assessment? #EP 533

BJSM's Dr. Liam West talks to internationally renowned Sports Neuropsychologist Dr. Ruben Echemendia about the new concussion assessment tool - the SCAT6 and SCOAT6. They discuss areas that were highlighted as requiring improvement from the implementation of the SCAT5, how these were addressed and how best to use the SCAT6. The differences between the SCAT6 and SCOAT6 are discussed as well as top tips for those looking to diagnose and manage concussions.SCAT6 Paper: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/

Jun 23,2023 16:57

8. It’s BJSM Concussion in Sport Month! Highlights from the 6th International Consensus on Concussion in Sport — Kathryn Schneider and Jon Patricios. EP#532

In this BJSM Podcast, Brooke Patterson hosts Kathryn Schneider and Jon Patricios. This your one-stop-shop for the updates from the 6th International Concussion in Sport Consensus Statement. They summarise findings from 10 systematic reviews and five years of work on topics related to concussion prevention, assessment, management, return to learn and sport, later in life health risks, and retirement decisions. The rigour of the consensus process is very clear—with careful consideration of all sta

Jun 14,2023 45:23

9. Quantity AND Quality Is Key For People With Knee OA – Dr Kerry Costello And Dr Deepak Kumar. EP#531

Dr Kerry Costello and Dr Deepak Kumar discuss a BSJM paper that investigated gait and physical activity predictors of cartilage worsening in people with knee osteoarthritis from the MOST study, using a machine learning model. Kerry and Deepak do a brilliant job of explaining the biomechanical variables, and the advantages of machine learning, and what these findings might mean for clinicians treating people with knee osteoarthritis.Link to paper: bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023…sports-2022-10614

May 26,2023 26:14

10. Using Nutrition to Optimize Performance with Dr. Stacy Sims. EP#530

On this episode of the AMSSM (T: @TheAMSSM) Sports Medcast, host Dr. Jake Wessels, MD, is joined by Dr. Stacy Sims, MSc, PhD (Insta: @drstacysims), to discuss her upcoming lectures on how nutrition affects performance during the 2023 AMSSM Annual Meeting.Dr. Sims is an international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist. She has directed research programs at Stanford, AUT University, and the University of Waikato, focusing on female athlete health and performance and pushed to improve re

Apr 28,2023 16:59

11. Examining Health Disparities in SEM with Drs. Megan Burleson and Katie Rizzone. EP#529

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Jake Wessels, MD, is joined by Dr. Katie Rizzone, MD, MPH, and Dr. Megan Burleson, DO, to discuss the upcoming 2023 Collaborative Research Network (CRN) Research Summit on Justice, Equity and Inclusion.Dr. Burleson and Dr. Rizzone are members of Summit Planning Committee for the one-day conference, which takes place Friday, April 28, in Phoenix, AZ. This conference, will emphasize specific areas within sports and exercise medicine where healt

Apr 21,2023 16:24

12. Carrot or Stick? Driving change to create safe sport spaces with Dr Erik Denison and Neil Hay EP#528

In this podcast, Brooke Patterson hosts Dr Erik Denison (PhD, Research Fellow Monash University) and Neil Hay (Rugby Victoria President) about a trial published in the BJSM which tested the effectiveness of an education program delivered by professional rugby players designed to stop homophobic language. They discuss openly and honestly the challenges in changing behaviour in community sport. It is not too often we get to chat to sports administrators more broadly about what is needed to drive c

Apr 14,2023 33:36

13. BJSM Real World Injury Prevention In Amateur Soccer With Hanna Lindblom. EP#527

In this BJSM Podcast, we host Associate Professor Hanna Lindblom, who is a physiotherapist, researcher, and lecturer at Linkoping University in Sweden. We discuss Hanna’s paper, which evaluated the preventive efficacy of an extended version of the Knee Control injury prevention exercise program compared with an adductor strength program in amateur adolescent and adult male and female football (soccer) players. Coaches and player representatives received a printed and digital program material, an

Mar 10,2023 18:34

14. Potential Bone Stress Injuries in Runners Using Carbon Fiber Plate Footwear. EP# 526

On this episode of the AMSSM (T: @TheAMSSM) Sports Medcast, host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD (T: @ArmySportsDoc), is joined by Dr. Adam Tenforde, MD (T: @AdamTenfordeMD), to discuss the a recently published manuscript titled “Bone Stress Injuries in Runners Using Carbon Fiber Plate Footwear.”In this conversation, Dr. Tenforde addresses the following topics related to the article:●Explanation of the use of Carbon Fiber Plate (CFP) technology in footwear and why it’s become so popular●Addressing the ra

Mar 03,2023 18:36

15. BJSM Concussion through my eyes, Dr Richard Weiler on blind football and concussion. ep #525

BJSM’s Liam West talks to Dr. Richard Weiler about concussion in Para Sport. Dr. Weiler and colleagues have investigated concussion experiences of blind male footballers turning up some very interesting results. To ensure that these findings are accessible to visually impaired individuals, they have gone down the novel route of creating an audio file of the entire paper – the link for this can be found below.Links -"Concussion through my eyes" audio paperhttps://on.soundcloud.com/XQb2TConcussion

Feb 20,2023 18:34

16. Let’s Get Physical Activity Messaging Right With Dr Chloë Williamson EP# 524

In this podcast, we host Dr Chloë Williamson (Twitter @Chlobobs). Chloë is a Postdoctoral Fellow in Physical Activity for Health based in the Physical Activity for Health Research Centre at the University of Edinburgh. Her research (including PhD) over the past 4 years or so has focused on physical activity communication and messaging. We all know that physical activity is important but it is equally important to consider how PA messaging is delivered. Chloë provides a great overview on the fi

Feb 10,2023 22:48

17. Exercise Physiology with Polly de Mille. EP #523

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Jacob Wessels, MD is joined by Polly de Mille, RN, MA, RCEP, CSCS, USAT, to discuss the topic of Exercise Physiology and how it can help figure out the missing links in training programs.Polly de Mille is an exercise physiologist and the Director of Performance Services at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. She will provide the American College of Sports Medicine (T: @ACSMNews) Exchange Lecture titled, “Inside the Running

Jan 27,2023 21:45

18. ACL MYTH BUSTING Part 2 with Prof Jackie Whittaker and Dr Stephanie Filbay. EP #522

In this podcast, Dr Brooke Patterson hosts ACL injury and post-traumatic osteoarthritis leading experts Ass. Prof Jackie Whittaker and Dr Stephanie Filbay in part 2 of an ACL myth busting series. Jackie and Steph provide tips about how you can integrate new evidence into daily practice that may challenge existing beliefs and practices. In today’s episode you will find out if the following statements are TRUE or FALSE….• ACL tears can heal • ACL tears only heal if patients are braced immediately

Jan 13,2023 25:11

19. ACL MYTH BUSTING Part 1 with Prof Jackie Whittaker and Dr Stephanie Filbay EP# 521

In this podcast, Dr Brooke Patterson hosts ACL injury and post-traumatic osteoarthritis leading experts Ass. Prof Jackie Whittaker and Dr Stephanie Filbay in part 1 of an ACL myth busting series. In today’s episode you will find out if the following statements are TRUE or FALSE….●ACL reconstruction reduces the risk of osteoarthritis compared to non-surgical management ●Only patella tendon grafts get patellofemoral osteoarthritis after ACL reconstruction●Non-surgical management of an ACL injury i

Jan 06,2023 18:34

20. Don’t forget the long game after knee injury – OPTIKNEE consensus with Jackie Whittaker EP #520

In this BJSM podcast Jackie Whittaker discusses the OPTIKNEE consensus clinical and research recommendations. Jackie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, at the University of British Columbia. The OPTIKNEE initiative aims to shine the light on post-traumatic osteoarthritis after traumatic knee injury – who is most at risk, what should we be measuring and how, and what interventions should we be using? Jackie encourages clinicians to think about knee and overall health

Dec 09,2022 28:53

21. Exercise Medicine and Physical Activity Promotion with Dr. Irfan Asif EP# 519

Exercise Medicine and Physical Activity Promotion with Dr. Irfan Asif EP# 519On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD, is joined by Dr. Irfan Asif, MD, to discuss the topic of Exercise Medicine and Physical Activity Promotion. Dr. Asif, who is the Chair of the AMSSM Collaborative Research Network, helped lead the 2021 Research Summit, which produced several publications and educational resources related to Exercise Medicine and Physical Activity Promotion. In this

Nov 11,2022 19:48

22. Running repairs with James Alexander, get up to speed with the latest research. EP#518

BJSM’s Dr. Liam West talks to James Alexander about running related knee injuries and what options the current published literature support for managing & preventing these injuries. James & his colleagues have just published a systematic review in the area, and he gives the clinical relevance of his findings within the podcast. You can access their paper using the link below, in addition to other related content.Review. Strategies to prevent and manage running-related knee injuries: a systematic

Oct 21,2022 17:26

23. Less Pain. Better performance using contemporary science to improve both in all athletes EP#517

In this BJSM podcast Brooke Patterson hosts Prof Lorimer Moseley AO and Dr Ebonie Rio, physiotherapists and international leaders in pain science. This is a fascinating discussion about how we increase our ability as clinicians and to “own the modern science” and explain pain to patients. We discuss the “warm-up phenomena” with painful tendons, the competing demands of self-protection and performance, and how we can help change the internal conversations that patients have about their pain.

Oct 14,2022 36:58

24. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy in MSK Medicine with Dr. Adam Tenforde EP #516

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Jacob Wessels, MD is joined by Dr. Adam Tenforde, MD to discuss the topic of Exercise for Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) in Musculoskeletal Medicine. Dr. Tenforde recently published a research about best practices for ESWT, which is used in a variety of clinical applications including the management of musculoskeletal conditions. In this conversation, he addresses the following topics and questions about shockwave thera

Sep 30,2022 24:05

25. Tackling the big issues and training smarter in female collision sports with Kathryn Dane. EP#515

Kathryn Dane is a physiotherapist and is a professional Irish rugby union player, and PhD candidate at Trinity College Dublin. We discuss her first PhD publication on the physical, technical, tactical demands and preparatory strategies in female field collision sports. Kathryn draws on her experience as an athlete, clinician, and researcher, and what practitioners should consider when designing training programs for female field collision sports. Physical and Technical Demands and Preparatory S

Sep 16,2022 32:29

26. Hip joint imaging findings in football players and their relevance in injury management EP#514

Dr. Joshua Heerey chats on this podcast to BJSM’s Dr. Liam West about hip joint imaging. Josh gives us a sneak peek into the findings from the “Femoroacetabular impingement & hip OsteoathRitis Cohort (FORCe) study & how they may help clinicians manage their patients with hip and groin pain. The podcast is heavily based around clinical scenarios that are commonly faced in the clinic or sports team settings. Dr Heerey is a physiotherapist and Hip Osteoarthritis Research and Development Lead at La

Sep 02,2022 18:41

27. Publication to the pitch – we all have a role. Professor Benita Olivier. EP# 513

In this podcast we host Professor Benita Olivier (Twitter @BenitaOlivier). Benita is a lecturer in musculoskeletal physiotherapy at the University of the Witwatersrand and is the Director of the Wits Cricket Research Hub. Benita provides great practical tips for clinicians and researchers to create time and increase access to evidence-based information to bridge the gap between publication and the pitch. We also discuss some of the emerging research in African athletes, and what we can learn fro

Aug 12,2022 25:53

28. Exercise for Post-Menopausal Women with Dr. NiCole Keith. EP#512

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Jacob Wessels, MD is joined by sports medicine researcher and past president of the American College of Sports Medicine, Dr. NiCole Keith, PhD to discuss the topic of Exercise for Post-Menopausal Women. Dr. NiCole Keith (T: @nicolekeithphd) is a Professor from the Department of Kinesiology and associate dean of faculty affairs in the School of Health & Human Sciences at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. Her rese

Aug 05,2022 19:11

29. AIS Female Performance & Health Initiative with Dr. Rachel Harris EP#511

The Women in Sport Congress, happening in Melbourne 17-19 August 2022, is looking to start conversations on how we can optimise women’s performance programmes and overall health within a sporting context. Dr. Rachel Harris is a Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician based in Perth, Australia, who is the project lead for the AIS Female Performance & Health Imitative (FPHI) and is co-organising the Women in Sport Congress. During the podcast she discusses strategies we need to employ to keep women an

Jul 22,2022 19:58

30. Applying Sport Psychology to Improve Clinical Performance with Dr Helen Church. EP #510

This BJSM podcast discusses how health care professionals can learn from the sports psychology world. Noting the similarities between athletes and health care professionals Dr Helen Church has put together a new PERFORM (Performance Enhancing Routine for Optimisation of Readiness using Metacognition) framework, using Performance Enhancing Routines to improve clinical performance. She provides practical advice on how you and your practise can benefit from simple sport psychology measures giving s

Jul 01,2022 30:56

31. Is telehealth here to stay? Dr Allison Ezzat on patient and clinician pandemic experiences. EP #509

One of the silver linings of COVID-19 pandemic is the increased adoption of telehealth in allied health and sports medicine services for people with musculoskeletal conditions. In this podcast we talk to Dr Allison Ezzat about the experiences and attitudes of patients and clinicians in using telehealth. Allison has led the creation of a telehealth toolkit for patients and clinicians and discusses the future of telehealth. Allison is a Canadian physiotherapist, and a current post-doctoral researc

Jun 24,2022 25:00

32. Brain Health – a key concept for all working in sport. EP# 508

In this podcast, we are joined by Dr James Robson and Professor Craig Ritchie to discuss all things ‘brain health’. We discuss what is meant by this term, why it is important, and what some of the steps people can take to optimise their brain health.Related resources:Lancet Commission https://www.thelancet.com/article/S0140-6736(20)30367-6/fulltextSport and Exercise for Brain Health MOOC https://www.futurelearn.com/admin/courses/sport-and-exercise-for-brain-health/1

Jun 17,2022 19:41

33. Assess, ask, reassure, and refer! Cancer exercise toolkit and tips with Dr Amy Dennett. EP #507

In this BJSM Podcast Dr Amy Dennett is hosted by Dr Brooke Patterson. Historically people with cancer have been told to rest, and patients and practitioners are often hesitant to get started with physical activity. Amy provides some great practical tips and resources - to support people with cancer exercise safely, safety and precautions, and tips for healthcare services and providers who want to get started with cancer exercise groups. Amy provides a huge array of resources available for health

May 26,2022 30:43

34. The latest trends in doping science and testing with Dr Matt Fedoruk. Ep #506

On this episode of the AMSSM (T: @TheAMSSM) Sports Medcast, host Dr. Krystian Bigosinski, is joined by Dr. Matt Fedoruk, PhD, who works as the Chief Science Officer leading the Science & Research team at the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (@usantidoping).Dr. Fedoruk served as a Featured National Speaker in the Doping in Sport session during the 2022 AMSSM Annual Meeting. In this conversation, he discusses some of the latest trends in doping science and testing and address the following topics:· H

May 13,2022 26:54

35. Menopause therapy and greater trochanteric pain syndrome with Racheal Cowan and Jill Cook. EP #505

In this podcast we are joined by Rachael Cowan and Professor Jill Cook. They provide an update on the evidence for management of greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) and discuss the results of a recent clinical trial evaluating the effect of menopausal hormone therapy, exercise, and education on tendon pain and function in post-menopausal women with GTPS. On the eve of retirement, Jill provides an opinion on what the next big breakthroughs in tendinopathy research should be! Cowan et al.

May 06,2022 25:27

36. Why you should join us for #BJSMLive2022, with Dr Fiona Wilson. EP# 504

In this podcast with co-chair of the inaugural BJSM Live event on 25th May 2022, we chat about the event itself and some of the efforts to make it as diverse and inclusive as possible.For tickets, please check out http://bjsmlive.bmj.com/

Apr 22,2022 17:07

37. Elite athletes and pregnancy - the latest evidence and guidance with Dr Margie Davenport Ep #503

On this week’s BJSM podcast, we are joined by Assistant Professor Margie Davenport, to talk about the latest evidence and experience around exercising and competing as an elite athlete whilst pregnant.We discuss why this is such an important issue as well as some of the myths or misconceptions that exist in this space. Dr Davenport also provides a range of practical tips for team physicians, scientists and therapists to consider when it comes to advising athletes on planning pregnancies, trainin

Apr 14,2022 23:29

38. Challenges of Exercise and Physical Activity in Minorities with Dr. Meredith Turner. Ep #502

On this episode of the AMSSM (T: @TheAMSSM) Sports Medcast, host Dr. Jacob Wessels, MD, is joined by Dr. Meredith Turner, MD, who is one of the speakers in the Race and Sport session during the 2022 AMSSM Annual Meeting.In this conversation, Dr. Turner discusses her upcoming presentation in Austin, TX, on the Challenges of Exercise and Physical Activity in Minorities and address the following topics:· The definition of minority populations and how she first got interested in this topic·

Apr 08,2022 13:15

39. Post-COVID Syndrome in Athletes. With Dr Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez. Ep #501

On this episode of the AMSSM CRN Spotlight Podcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder, DO, is joined by Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez (T: @MVGutierrezMD), who is serving as the AAPM&R Exchange Lecture Speaker during the 2022 AMSSM Annual Meeting.In this conversation, Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez discusses her upcoming presentation in Austin, TX, on Post-COVID Syndrome in Athletes and address the following topics:•Defining Post-COVID Syndrome and its many potential impacts•How and why she develop

Apr 01,2022 16:28

40. Episode 500 – The past, present and future of BJSM

In BJSM’s 500th episode, we are joined by two of the current editors, Professor Jonathan Drezner and Dr Joanna Kemp, to look ahead as well as back at the specialty in general. We discuss hot topics, the direction in which the specialty as well as the journal is heading, and we get some top tips for early career researchers and clinicians too.

Mar 25,2022 27:07

41. Knowledge translation – moving away from ‘what’, to ‘how’ and ‘why’ with Dr Sheree Bekker. EP #499

On the podcast this week, we are thrilled to be joined by Associate Professor at the Centre for Health, Injury and Illness Prevention in Sport at the University of Bath, Dr Sheree Bekker.We have all heard the term ‘knowledge translation’, but do we really know why it is important, what this process actually involves, and how can we all start embracing it in our professional lives?Dr Bekker is a leader in this area, and we are thrilled that she has joined us to record the first in this ‘knowledge

Mar 04,2022 20:24

42. Bringing the 6Rs to life – a patient perspective of return to sport post-partum. Ep #498

In this podcast Grainne Donnelly, Associate Prof Izzy Moore and Dr Brooke Patterson speak with Steph about her experience returning to sport post-partum using the 6Rs framework (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34836883/).Listen to Part 1 first: https://soundcloud.com/bmjpodcasts/bjsm-11022022-ep-497?in=bmjpodcasts/sets/bjsm-1&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing where Izzy and Grainne discuss the framework and the role of a musculoskeletal clinician.Return to running

Feb 25,2022 34:38

43. Be the difference that makes the difference for pregnant and post-partum women. EP #497

Associate Professor Izzy Moore and Grainne Donnelly discuss running during and after pregnancy and provide practical tips and great resources for clinicians treating pregnant and post-partum women. How can you ask about pelvic health? What is the role of a musculoskeletal clinician? How can we ensure less women suffer in silence? Original research: Multidisciplinary, biopsychosocial factors contributing to return to running and running related stress urinary incontinence in postpartum women http

Feb 11,2022 31:56

44. Peripheral Nerve Hydrodissection: A minimally invasive approach with Dr. Garry Ho. EP# 496

What is peripheral nerve hydrodissection and what conditions can it potentially treat? What is the data behind it’s practice? Has one injectate proven to be more efficacious than the others? On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by family medicine and sports medicine physicians Dr. Garry Ho. Dr. Garry Ho is an Associate Professor from the Department of Family Medicine at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, University

Feb 04,2022 21:18

45. To jab or not to jab? Responsible use of orthobiologics and regenerative therapies. EP #495

In this episode host Dr Brooke Patterson, is joined by Associate Professor Shane Shapiro, to discuss the responsible use of orthobiologics and regenerative therapies in sports medicine. Professor Shapiro provides clinicians with practical considerations and tips for communicating with patients who may be considering the use of orthobiologics. LinksAmerican Medical Society for Sports Medicine Position Statement: Principles for the Responsible Use of Regenerative Medicine in Sports Medicine https:

Jan 28,2022 29:05

46. A call to action for a more systematic approach to respiratory health. EP# 494

In this podcast with Dr James Hull and Dr Maarit Valtonen, we take a deep dive into a topic that affects athletes around the globe.We cover:•The extent of the issue•A recommended approach to evaluating athletes•The value of point-of-case testing•Return to sportFor some further resources, the below links may well be usefulPapers:https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2021/11/17/bjsports-2021-104719https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/53/17/1093 https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/55/20/1144

Jan 21,2022 20:19

47. Achilles tendinopathy masterclass pt 2, with Dr Adam Weir and Assoc Prof Robert-Jan de Vos. EP #493

In part 2 of this podcast series Dr Adam Weir talks to Associate Professor Robert-Jan de Vos about the recently published Dutch multidisciplinary guideline on Achilles tendinopathy. They give a clinically focused overview that all practitioners will find invaluable.They discuss:Conservative treatmentThe role of surgeryPrognosisSecondary prevention Linkshttps://soundcloud.com/bmjpodcasts/sets/bjsm-1?si=ed9b271d1d7140ca81ecfbb201ec42ae&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_shari

Jan 14,2022 28:52

48. Achilles tendinopathy masterclass pt 1, with Dr Adam Weir and Assoc Prof Robert-Jan de Vos. EP #492

In this podcast Dr Adam Weir talks to Associate Professor Robert-Jan de Vos about the recently published Dutch multidisciplinary guideline on Achilles tendinopathy. They give a clinically focused overview that all practitioners will find invaluable.They discuss:· How the guideline was developed· Risk Factors· Prevention strategies· Clinical diagnosis· The role of imaging Linkshttps://bjsm.bmj.com/content/55/20/1125

Jan 07,2022 26:33

49. Stepping into the Beat of Performing Arts Medicine with Dr. Jeremy Stanek. EP# 491

Dec 17,2021 23:15

50. Apply the 8 investments for physical activity in your life, with Prof Jasper Schipperijn. EP #490

Professor Schipperijn is a Professor at the University of Southern Denmark & president of the International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH). He joins us on this BJSM podcast to outline the famous ‘8 investments’ for physical activity, that are now being translated into 12 languages. We will be sharing the 8 investments, the translations and some associated resources through our social media channels over the coming weeks & months, but you can find out more information on the ISP

Dec 10,2021 15:47

51. Too much? Too young? Youth sports specialization with Dr Neeru Jayanthi. Ep #489

Although early specialization in sport may pose a risk to some youth athletes, is it possible have success with specialized training? What is it about the workload-injury relationship and injury risk factors that practitioners must take in account when taking care of specialized athletes? On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Giorgio Negron, MD is joined by one of the leading experts on youth sports health Dr. Neeru Jayanthi, MD (Twitter: @neerujayanthi)to discuss on the topic of

Nov 12,2021 18:08

52. Fit for participation - Physical activity in long term conditions. Ep #488

This podcast discusses the new consensus statement on the risks of physical activity for people living with long term conditions. Shona Kohlhardt is joined by Dr Hamish Reid and Dr Natasha Jones, as they explain the latest findings and new recommendations from the consensus. This conversation covers:New recommendations around patients being ‘fit for participation’ How to get patients to increase their physical activity levels How to practically overcome perceived risks and barriers to physical a

Nov 05,2021 21:56

53. Let’s exercise in comfort! Breast health and injuries with Deirdre McGhee. Ep #487

In this podcast Brooke Patterson talks with Associate Professor Deirdre McGhee about breast injuries and breast health. Deirdre is a sports physiotherapist, and leads the breast research and education area of the Australian Institute of Sport Female Performance and Health Initiative (https://www.ais.gov.au/fphi).She has been researching breast health biomechanics for the past 20 years, has written guidelines for Sports Medicine Australia on breast support and bra fit for female athletes (https:/

Oct 21,2021 21:06

54. AMSSM Sports Medcast on Sports Bras with Dr Katie Rizzone. Ep #486

Today, AMSSM members Dr. Caitlyn Mooney hosts Dr. Katie Rizzone on the topic of sports bras. With more women athletes than ever, the sports bra has certainly grown in popularity in the last decades. This podcast will visit the history of breast support in sport and discuss how breast pain and discomfort effect sports participation in women as well as recent research by Dr. Rizzone and colleagues on their recent study on characteristics of sports bra preference in adolescent females. More info

Oct 01,2021 21:00

55. Why the SportsEquity e-Edition is a must read for all working in SEM. EP #485

In this podcast, we’re joined by Dr Yetsa Tuakli-Wosornu, Lead Author of the BJSM #SportsEquity e-Edition and Dr Jane Thornton, one of the BJSM’s editors.We cover: How this e-Edition came aboutThe difference between equity and equalityWhy this issue is so important How people can use this e-edition in their personal and professional Links:E-Edition: https://bjsm.bmj.com/pages/bjsm-e-edition-sportsequity/Editorial: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2021/09/09/bjsports-2021-104874

Sep 24,2021 28:42

56. Playing your part: SEM for the Performing Arts with Annie Strauch and Catherine Etty-Leal. Ep #484

Today, Brooke Patterson hosts Annie Strauch and Catherine Etty-Leal, both experienced Australian physiotherapists with a Masters in Sports Physio and Musculoskeletal Physio. Annie’s passion for performance physiotherapy started in London’s West End where she managed performers in over 30 productions. After that, Performance Medicine (https://performancemedicine.com.au/) was born, a multidisciplinary clinic to provide singers, dancers and performers with tailored physiotherapy treatment. Annie a

Sep 17,2021 34:17

57. The Importance of Mental Health in Athletes with Two AMSSM Past Presidents EP #483

The mental health of athletes has been in the spotlight throughout this summer, as high-profile athletes such as Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles have spoken out about the importance of prioritizing their physical, and especially their mental, well-being.In this episode, host Dr. Giselle Aerni, MD is joined by AMSSM Past Presidents Dr. Cindy Chang, MD and Dr. Margot Putukian, MD to discuss the AMSSM Position Statement on Mental Health Issues and Psychological Factors in Athletes, which Dr. Aerni als

Aug 20,2021 33:05

58. Superspikes FTW? Footwear choice for athletes with Dr Dan Bonanno. Ep #482

Dan is a podiatrist and a senior lecturer at La Trobe University. He completed a PhD in 2019, where he investigated the use of foot orthoses for the prevention of injury in military recruits. In this episode, Brooke Patterson discusses with Dan the key considerations for clinicians when helping athletes make footwear choices. They discuss the role of performance and sponsorship, and Dan provides his opinion on Nike’s super spike in the lead up to the Tokyo Olympics. The role of injury, comfort,

Aug 03,2021 26:45

59. Weighted Ball Velocity Throwing Programs: Injury Risk or Competitive Edge? EP #481

What is a weighted ball velocity throwing program? Do they work, and what is the evidence of benefit? What are the risks involved and common injury patterns seen? Host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by Dr. Jason Zaremski, MD to explore these topics and more on the AMSSM Sports Medcast.Dr. Zaremski is a clinical associate professor holding a joint appointment from the Departments of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at the University of

Jul 16,2021 16:45

60. Out of sight, out of mind: the invisibility of female African athletes in SEM research. Ep #480

Today Brooke Patterson (@Knee_Howells) speaks with Dr Nonhlanhla Mkumbuzi (@DrNoeMkumbuzi). Dr Mkumbuzi is a physiotherapist, and completed her PhD in 2020 on the association of genetic risk factors with nociception and pain in chronic painful achilles and patellar tendinopathies. She is a post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Cape Town. Dr Mkumbuzi shares some eye-opening experiences as head physiotherapist for Zimbabwe National Rugby Teams. We discuss her recent editorial (https:/

Jun 18,2021 34:03

61. The ORCCA registry and what it means for SEM clinicians. Ep #479

On this episode of the AMSSM CRN Spotlight Podcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder, DO, is joined by BJSM Editor-in-Chief Dr. Jonathan Drezner, MD, and Kimberly Harmon, MD, who are both Past Presidents of AMSSM.In this 23-minute conversation, Drs. Drezner and Harmon discuss the Outcomes Registry for Cardiac Conditions in Athletes (ORCCA) national registry and address the following topics:· Details about the ORCCA registry, what makes it unique and why it was created· The ear

Jun 11,2021 24:39

62. Beyond biology: a gendered approach to injury with Joanne Parsons and Stephanie Coen. Ep #478

Dr Joanne Parsons (@J_ParsonsUofM) is a physical therapist and an associate professor at the University of Manitoba. Dr Stephanie Coen (@steph_coen) is a health geographer and assistant professor at the University of Nottingham in the UK.To date, ACL injury prevention and management has been approached from a sex-based biological point of view. In this episode, Dr Brooke Patterson (@Knee_Howells) discusses with Joanne and Stephanie how the traditional sex-based approach does not take into accoun

Jun 04,2021 22:05

63. How do we manage rowing-related low back pain? With Dr Fiona Wilson and Kellie Wilkie Ep# 477

In this podcast, Dr. Jane Thornton hosts Dr. Fiona Wilson and Kellie Wilkie to discuss their 2021 consensus statement for preventing and managing low back pain in elite and subelite adult rowers.Dr. Fiona Wilson is an associate professor and physiotherapist in the School of Medicine Trinity College Dublin where she is head of the physiotherapy programme. She was lead physiotherapist for Rowing Ireland for 10 years and still practices clinically focusing on managing low back pain. Kellie Wilkie i

May 28,2021 26:01

64. What can SEM learn from the International Space Station w/ Leigh Gabel and Kathryn Ackerman Ep #476

Did you know that being on the International Space Station for a few months can have the same effect on bone density loss as a decade or more of aging here on earth? In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri asks Drs. Leigh Gabel and Kate Ackerman about a recent publication about predictors of bone loss on long-duration space flights – it’s not what you might think! – and how this new information might change how we approach bone health in sports medicine here on earth. Links and resources: https://twitt

May 21,2021 25:05

65. Don’t get hung up on telehealth and sports medicine, Dr Crystal Wong gives us a clear line. Ep #475

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Ashwin Rao, MD is joined by Dr. Crystal Wong, MD, a family medicine physician at the University of Washington and an Associate Medical Director at UW Neighborhood Clinics. She was instrumental in developing and implementing telemedicine services at the University of Washington during the COVID-19 pandemic, when UW saw a 29,000 percent increase of in telemedicine visits.In this 22-minute conversation, Dr. Wong discusses her exper

May 14,2021 22:38

66. Heads up! Prof Vicki Anderson on the latest evidence in concussion management for the young. Ep #474

Professor Vicki Anderson is a paediatric neuropsychologist in Melbourne, Australia, with over 25 years of experience across clinical, research and academic sectors. She is the Director of Psychology at The Royal Children's Hospital, and Director of Clinical Sciences Research at Murdoch Children's Research Institute. Her research aims to better diagnose, manage and treat child concussion. In this episode, Brooke Patterson asks Vicki about who is most at risk of persistent symptoms after concussio

May 07,2021 33:39

67. The Black Biomechanists Association: a movement for diversity and representation in SEM. Ep #473

The Black Biomechanists Association (BBA) was recently cofounded by Associate Professor Matthew McCullough from North Carolina A&T State University, Kayla Seymore, PhD student at the University of Delaware, and Dr. Erica Bell, Postdoctoral fellow at the Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri inquires about the need for organizations like this in our global scientific communities, and learns more about how the BBA is positioned to lead the charge in changing how we think about diversity, re

Apr 29,2021 21:48

68. Concussion in Para-Sport, what should every SEM clinician know? With Dr Richard Weiler. Ep #472

Are concussions in para-sport a big issue? What are some of the challenges in this setting? Where do you start, when it comes to assessing para-athletes?In this 20-minute podcast with SEM consultant Dr Richard Weiler, you will learn the answers to all of the above, and know where to find some practical tips & tricks.Links:Link to paper https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2021/04/08/bjsports-2020-103696

Apr 23,2021 20:22

69. A salivary test to diagnose concussion? We talk with Dr Simon Kemp and Dr Patrick O’Halloran Ep #471

Dr Simon Kemp is a Sport and Exercise Medicine consultant, and Medical Services Director at the Rugby Football Union. He is a leading researcher in Rugby Medicine, with a wide and high-impact research portfolio. Dr Patrick O’Halloran is a Sport and Exercise Medicine Registrar in the UK who is undertaking a PhD at the University of Birmingham. He also works as a senior medical advisor to Marker. They both join us in this podcast to talk about their recently published paper on the diagnostic signa

Apr 16,2021 15:47

70. Raising the bar for SEM: the AMSSM Collaborative Research Summit with Dr. Irfan Asif. Ep #470

The benefits of physical activity are unquestioned, but many health care providers still do a poor job of activity counseling and prescription. Frequently cited reasons for this apparent disconnect include a lack of time, poor reimbursement, and lack of training on how to incorporate exercise prescription into clinical practice. The AMSSM has assembled a team of international experts to help address these gaps and share best practices for incorporating exercise medicine into both clinical practi

Apr 09,2021 10:44

71. Taking the social and contextual seriously in sports medicine with Linda Truong. Ep #469

Linda Truong is a physical therapist and PhD trainee at the University of British Columbia, in Vancouver. Her research aims to understand how social support can improve recovery outcomes and delay post-traumatic osteoarthritis after a traumatic knee injury. In this episode, Brooke Patterson asks Linda about her recent scoping review and editorial regarding the need to embrace non-physical factors in the treatment of sports-related injury. Linda provides practical suggestions as to how to assess

Mar 19,2021 17:21

72. Physical activity deserts: What they are and how to reduce them with Dr. NiCole Keith. Ep #468

We all know the benefits of physical activity, but have you ever considered the ways the area you live in influences your ability to and options for exercise? Many Americans live in areas that discourage rather than promote an active lifestyle. Lack of access to areas to safely exercise creates physical activity deserts, which like food deserts, where fresh produce is not readily available, have deleterious effects on the health and well-being of the population living there. On this episode of

Mar 12,2021 18:37

73. Maximise your patients rehab adherence, with Adam Gledhill, Dale Forsdyke and Tom Goom. Ep #467

Joining us on this podcast to discuss this crucial topic are Dr Adam Gledhill, Dr Dale Forsdyke and Tom Goom.Adam is Course Director for Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Leeds Beckett University. He is also chair of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science Division of Psychology.Dale is a Senior Lecturer in Sports Injury Management at York St John University, and Head of Science and Medicine at York City Tier 1 Regional Talent Club.Tom (probably known to many as ‘the running p

Mar 05,2021 35:21

74. Tackling childhood obesity pt 2. With Dr. Dusty Narducci and Dr. Caitlyn Mooney. Ep #466

Childhood obesity is a prevalent problem but perhaps not as commonly addressed in doctors’ appointments due to a variety of reasons. In part two of their conversation, Dr. Dusty Marie Narducci, MD speaks with Dr. Caitlyn Mooney, MD about childhood obesity, including the following questions: · At what point would you recommend intervening?· Once a weight loss goal is determined, how do you move forward?· How exactly does diet play a role in obesity?· What is the role of physical activity,

Feb 26,2021 12:45

75. Tackling childhood obesity in the clinic. Dr. Dusty Narducci speaks to Dr. Caitlyn Mooney. Ep #465

Childhood obesity is a prevalent problem but perhaps not as commonly addressed in doctors’ appointments due to a variety of reasons. Dr. Dusty Marie Narducci, MD speaks with Dr. Caitlyn Mooney, MD on the AMSSM Sports Medcast all about childhood obesity. In part one of their conversation, Dr. Narducci tackles the following questions: · Why is it important to know about childhood obesity?· What defines obesity, and what causes it in children?· What are BMI z-scores, and how much can clinicia

Feb 19,2021 16:43

76. What is the risk of COVID-19 transmission in sport itself? A podcast with Prof. Ben Jones. EP #464

In this podcast, we’re joined by Professor Ben Jones, to discuss his recently published paper on the risk of COVID-19 transmission in sport. Ben is a Professor at the Carnegie School of Sport at Leeds Beckett University, with a background in Sport and Exercise Physiology. He is also Head of Performance for England Rugby League and the Pathway Performance Director for Leeds Rhinos. We cover:· The sports the research relates to· The methods involved· What this means for players, for medi

Feb 12,2021 16:22

77. What can exercise apps tell us about menstrual symptoms? With Dr. Georgie Bruinvels. EP #463

Twitter: @GBruinvels, @JaneSThornton, @Erin_MacriDr. Georgie Bruinvels is a Research Associate at St. Mary’s University in Twickenham in the UK, and also works as a Senior Sports Scientist and Research Scientist at Orreco. Her research focuses on the female athlete and female physiology.In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri, Dr. Jane Thornton, and our guest Dr. Georgie Bruinvels discuss menstrual symptoms and sports performance, and explore the technology and ethics around normalizing period talk in s

Feb 05,2021 26:22

78. A seat at the top table of women’s sport (and sports physio), and an intro to a new host! Ep #462

Brooke Patterson is a physiotherapist who is currently completing her PhD at the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, investigating the impact of ACL injuries on the lives of young adults. Brooke played several seasons in the Australian Football League national women’s competition (WAFL), and has recently transitioned to becoming a coach. You will be hearing more from Brooke, who will be hosting some BJSM podcasts over the coming months, so we thought we’d take this opportunity

Jan 29,2021 18:29

79. The nutritional demands of elite football. Catch up on the latest science with James Collins Ep #461

In this podcast, you can hear from James Collins – a leading performance nutritionist and one of the leads on the recent UEFA expert group statement on nutrition in elite football. James has worked with a range of elite sporting organisations, and is also the founder of the Intra Performance Group.In this podcast, we cover: - how the statement came about, and where it fits into the existing literature- nutritional considerations for training and match-day- the importance of body composition- nut

Jan 22,2021 13:47

80. What should you keep track of? Bioinformatics for Female Athletes with Dr. Dusty Narducci. Ep #460

On this week’s podcast, Dr. Dusty Marie Narducci, MD speaks with Dr. Ben Krainin, MD on the AMSSM Sports Medcast about the use of bioinformatics and wearable technology in female athletes.In this conversation, Dr. Narducci focuses the following topics:· A general overview of bioinformatics, including the three main wearable technology product categories· Injury Prevention in Volleyball Players· Menstrual Tracking for Female Athletes· Fitness Trackers for the “General Consumer”This lecture featur

Jan 15,2021 21:55

81. What can you expect from BJSM moving forwards? 15-minutes with the new EIC Prof Jon Drezner. Ep #459

Join us for a 15-minute chat with Prof Jon Drezner, the new Editor-in-Chief of the BJSM. We cover his journey to the job, his hopes for the future, and the role he sees the journal playing for the international sport and exercise medicine community over the coming years. In this, the last podcast of 2020, we discuss the challenges of 2020, and also pay tribute to the outgoing editor-in-chief, Professor Karim Khan, for his mentorship and for his incredible contribution to both the BJSM, and the w

Dec 18,2020 14:49

82. Opening up about cricketers’ mental health with psychiatrist Dr Hassan Mahmood. Episode #458

In this week’s podcast, we are joined by Dr Mahmood to discuss how we can support the mental health of elite cricketers. Dr Mahmood is a psychiatrist based in Birmingham, England, who recently authored a chapter about mental health emergencies in cricket in a new textbook, Case Studies in Sports Psychiatry. In this 15-minute podcast, Dr Mahmood explores mental health screening, the difference between sports psychologists and psychiatrists, and how cricket can learn from other sports to improve t

Dec 11,2020 14:52

83. Time for a bloody good podcast. And yes, this one’s for men too. With Kirsty Elliott-Sale. Ep #457

Dr. Kirsty Elliott-Sale. Dr. Elliott-Sale is an Associate Professor of female physiology at Nottingham Trent University in Nottingham, England, where she is Head of the Musculoskeletal Physiology Research Group. For over 20 years she has been focussed on elite women athletes and maternal populations, primarily in the areas of endocrinology and musculoskeletal and exercise physiology.In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri talks to Dr. Elliott-Sale about menstruation and oral contraception, and their eff

Dec 07,2020 24:20

84. The 2020 WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity with Prof Fiona Bull and Dr Juana Willumsen. Ep #456

On this week's episode, we are joined by the WHO's Prof Fiona Bull and Dr Juana Willumsen to launch the new WHO 2020 Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour. In this 20-minute podcast, Prof Bull and Dr Willumsen discuss the new global recommendations in depth, explain what has changed since the 2010 guidelines, and outline the next steps forward to creating more active people for a healthier world. Want to learn more? Check out the BJSM WHO Guidelines special issue (open access!

Nov 25,2020 20:23

85. Should you wear a face mask to exercise? Uncover the evidence with Prof. Janse van Rensburg. Ep #455

On this week’s episode, we are joined by Prof Christa Janse van Rensburg to discuss the do’s and don’ts of mask wearing during exercise. Prof Janse van Rensburg is a Sport and Exercise Physician who is the Head of Department of the Section Sports Medicine at the University of Pretoria in South Africa.

Nov 23,2020 12:25

86. Athlete Voice, Padraig Harrington - Reflections on golf, performance and longevity in sport. Ep #454

As a three-time Major winner and the current European Ryder Cup team captain, Padraig Harrington is uniquely placed to consider the cultural changes in golf with respect to medicine and performance.During this two-part conversation with Dr Sean Carmody and Padraig's longtime fitness coach, Dr Liam Hennessey, Padraig provides an insight into his experiences of injury, what he believes contributes to injury, and how a willingness to innovate has helped him to continue playing at the highest level

Nov 13,2020 18:12

87. Athlete Voice, Padraig Harrington - Reflections on golf, performance and longevity in sport. Ep #453

As a three-time Major winner and the current European Ryder Cup team captain, Padraig Harrington is uniquely placed to consider the cultural changes in golf with respect to medicine and performance.During this two-part conversation with Dr Sean Carmody and Padraig's longtime fitness coach, Dr Liam Hennessey, Padraig provides an insight into his experiences of injury, what he believes contributes to injury, and how a willingness to innovate has helped him to continue playing at the highest level

Nov 06,2020 23:24

88. Caring for the Pregnant Athlete with Dr. Ellen Casey. Episode #452

Serenna Williams, Alysson Felix, Kerry Walsh Jennings, Lisa Leslie. Mothers and champions. In this AMSSM Sportsmedcast sports medicine specialist Dr. Rathna Nuti hosts Dr. Ellen Casey, @EllenCaseyMD, Associate Attending Physiatrist in the Department of Physiatry and the Women's Sports Medicine Center at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. Dr Casey who works with US Gymnastics, is also an Associate Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College.Dr. Casey

Oct 30,2020 30:06

89. Take a deep dive into Exertional Heat Illness with Dr. Doug Casa and Dr. Fran O’Connor. Episode #451

On this week’s podcast, Dr. Douglas Casa PhD, ATC and Dr. Francis O’Connor MD, MPH, FAMSSM join Dr. Seth Smith MD, PharmD on AMSSM’s Sports Medcast to discuss exertional heat illness with an emphasis on exertional heat stroke. In this conversation, Dr. Casa and Dr. O’Connor will address the following topics:· What is the basic paradigm for the prehospital care of exertional heat stroke (EHS)?· How to develop a thorough emergency action plan (EAP) for recognition and management of EHS

Oct 23,2020 24:36

90. Return to play in RED-S. Female athlete health (Part 2), with Dr Nicky Keay Episode #450

A dive into female athlete health with Dr Nicky Keay. Dr Keay is a Sports and Dance Endocrinologist and Honorary Fellow at the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Durham University. Many of our listeners will know Nicky from some of her publications in BJSM relating to female athlete health, which we cover in two rich podcasts. For some of the resources mentioned, please see the links below, or check out the BJSM blog homepage, where they will be collated into an interactive blog. Lin

Oct 16,2020 18:25

91. Periods as barometers of hormonal health. Female athlete health Pt 1 with Dr Nicky Keay Episode #449

A dive into female athlete health with Dr Nicky Keay. Dr Keay is a Sports and Dance Endocrinologist and Honorary Fellow at the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Durham University. Many of our listeners will know Nicky from some of her publications in BJSM relating to female athlete health, which we cover in two rich podcasts. For some of the resources mentioned, please see the links below, or check out the BJSM blog homepage, where they will be collated into an interactive blog. Lin

Oct 09,2020 13:49

92. Finding comfort in discomfort with Dr Alex Hutchinson PhD. Episode #448

On this week’s episode, crowd favourite Dr Alex Hutchinson PhD returns to discuss the difference between effort and pain in the world of endurance. A former Canadian national team middle- and long-distance runner and Cambridge-trained physicist, Alex is an award winning author and columnist who writes for Outside magazine and The Toronto Globe and Mail.Want to learn more about the science of suffering? Follow @Sweat Science on Twitter and check out his book Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously

Oct 02,2020 16:06

93. Cadence: Steps to manage joint load in knee OA? An interview with Dr. Harvi Hart. Episode #447

Dr. Harvi Hart is a postdoctoral researcher at Western University in London, Ontario, funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Dr. Hart’s research focuses on identifying risk factors for knee osteoarthritis, both non-traumatic and post-traumatic osteoarthritis. Through better understanding these risk factors, Dr. Hart aims to develop new treatment approaches for managing knee OA. In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri asks Dr. Hart about her most recent studies looking at cadence and its p

Sep 25,2020 12:51

94. How to stay healthy during travel. Prof. Wayne Derman gives crucial advice. Episode #446

As long haul domestic & international travel for athletic competition slowly begins to resume post the restrictive COVID period, it will be more imperative than ever to keep these athletes healthy. This travel places significant risks of infection transmission and an aeroplane has unique challenges to overcome. BJSM's Liam West poses the questions to Prof. Wayne Derman who gives golden practical tips on how to commute safely. This podcast was recorded in March - since then the learning curve has

Sep 18,2020 26:38

95. Making football safer for women with Brooke Patterson and Dr Ben Mentiplay. Episode #445

Why are females more at risk of ACL injuries in football? What can we do to reduce the risk for our athletes? On this week’s episode, we are joined by Brooke Patterson and Dr Ben Mentiplay to discuss their latest review of injury prevention programmes reducing the risk of injury in women’s football. Brooke (T: @Knee_Howells) is a physiotherapist who is currently completing her PhD at the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre, investigating the impact of ACL injuries on the lives o

Sep 11,2020 24:49

96. Empowering patients to take control of their back pain with Dr Mary O’Keeffe. Episode #444

On this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr Mary O’Keeffe (T: @MaryOKeeffe007) to discuss how clinicians can better manage patients with low back pain. Mary is a physiotherapist and a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow. Mary was awarded her PhD in 2017, in which she examined multidimensional rehabilitation for the individual with chronic back pain. Mary’s research now focuses on changing clinicians’ behaviour, improving diagnostic labels of low back pain, and communicating healthcare mes

Sep 04,2020 22:13

97. What are the best exercises to manage low back pain? with A/Prof Daniel Belavy. Episode #443

On this week’s episode, we are joined by A/Prof Daniel Belavy (T: @BelavySpine) from the Institute of Physical Activity and Nutrition at Deakin University in Melbourne. A/Prof Belavy is a back pain and spine researcher, and Leader of the Spine Research Group at Deakin. In this 17-min podcast, A/Prof Belavy discusses: • the most effective exercises to improve pain, physical function and mental in adults with non-specific chronic low back pain• how running and cycling affect spine h

Sep 01,2020 17:42

98. The latest on treating patellofemoral pain, with Drs. Mark Matthews and Bill Vicenzino. Episode #442

Dr. Mark Matthews (@Mark_MatthewsNZ) is a Lecturer at Ulster University in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Prof. Bill Vicenzino (@Bill_Vicenzino) is Chair in Sports Physiotherapy and Director of Sports Injuries Rehabilitation and Prevention for Health (SIRPH) research unit at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia. In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri (@Erin_Macri) asks these clinician-researchers about their recent trial comparing foot orthoses to hip exercises, and how their results change

Aug 21,2020 21:34

99. COVID-19 Cardiac concerns in college sport with Drs Jon Drezner and Michael Ackerman. Episode #441

What is COVID myocarditis and how strong is the data to create a link between COVID and potential arrhythmias? Was COVID myocarditis the leading factor in the recent decisions of some American athletic conferences to shut-down the fall sports season? What are the criteria to start participation again? On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by sports medicine physicians and internationally renowned experts on Sports Cardiology Dr. Jonathan

Aug 14,2020 40:51

100. Strength and Conditioning in Golf – How did Bryson get so big? Dan Coughlan discusses. Episode #440

There has been a huge shift in golfers over the last 10 to 15 years with many more golfers at the top of the game such as Tiger Woods, Rory Mcllroy and Brooks Koepka focusing on Strength and Conditioning (S&C) to improve performance.COVID-19 has stopped many sporting events and has provided some a unique opportunity to focus on S&C. Bryson DeChambeau took full advantage of this putting on large amounts of muscle and is the latest golfer to demonstrate the benefits of S&C in golf performance. In

Aug 07,2020 27:18

101. Are we allowing injured athletes enough rest? Biological healing with Erik Witvrouw. Episode #439

Are injury recurrences due to a return to sport prior to adequate biological healing? Can we accurately measure stages healing with imaging or blood tests? Professor Erik Witvrouw discusses the importance of respecting biological healing in sports musculoskeletal injuries with BJSM’s Liam West.

Jul 31,2020 15:50

102. The Language of Coaching Science - talking with Nick Winkelman. Episode #438

Language, and how we use it, has a powerful influence on driving performance and clinical outcomes. Nick Winkelman, Head of Athletic Performance & Science for the Irish Rugby Football Union, has spent considerable time studying how effective communication can enhance performance. During this podcast with Dr Sean Carmody, Nick draws on the content from his book The Language of Coaching: The Art & Science of Teaching Movement to assess how visual cues and metaphors can be applied to improve your c

Jul 24,2020 18:48

103. What actually works? Hip and Groin masterclass with Dr. Andrea Mosler. Episode #437

Dr. Andrea Mosler is a specialist sports physiotherapist and research fellow at La Trobe University, Melbourne. In this podcast, Liam West poses the questions that see Dr. Mosler explain how you should approach the prevention and management of hip and groin pain in athletes. She describes findings from her PhD and gives you the listener some clinical pearls to add to your “hip and groin” treatment toolbox!

Jul 17,2020 15:25

104. Big data, big players. Ankle injuries in the NBA and NFL with Dr Mackenzie Herzog. Episode #436

Dr Mackenzie Herzog (@MackenzieHerzog) has a PhD in Sports Injury and Orthopaedic Epidemiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is currently a Lead Epidemiologist on the Injury Surveillance and Analytics team at IQVIA. She was part of a team assessing the risks of sustaining an ankle sprain whilst playing in the NBA across four seasons. In this podcast we explore the findings from the paper (published in AJSM), the need to collect robust data to inform injury prevention

Jul 10,2020 24:51

105. Exercise or corticosteroids or both for managing knee OA? Dr Dan Rhon sheds light. Episode #435

Dr. Dan Rhon (T: @danrhon) is an active researcher for the US Department of Defence, a consultant and assistant professor at both Duke (North Carolina) and Baylor (Texas) Universities. He attended a manual therapy clinical fellowship at Brooke Army Medical Center in Texas, is a fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT), and an orthopaedic clinical specialist (OCS). He completed a postdoc research fellowship through the University of Utah and has a strong r

Jul 03,2020 26:55

106. How to be HAPPY in youth sport with Dr. Merete Møller. Episode #434

Twitter: @Happysport_dk According to the literature, a substantial reduction in injury rates in youth sport is achievable. So why isn’t this translating into meaningful injury prevention in the real world? And what can we do about it? In this episode, Dr. Erin Macri asks Dr. Merete Møller to share her powerful insights on this topic and to introduce a novel research project (the HAPPY project) that aims to bridge the gap from injury prevention trials to real-world results on the field. Related A

Jun 26,2020 26:29

107. Building your athlete mental health toolkit during COVID-19 with Olympian Dr Jane Thornton. #433

On this week’s episode, we chat with BJSM Deputy Editor Dr Jane Thornton MD PhD about how clinicians can support athlete mental health during COVID-19.As a World Champion and former Olympic rower for Canada, Dr Thornton has been supporting Canadian athletes experiencing mental health issues related to COVID-19. In partnership with sports psychiatrist Dr Carla Edwards, Dr Thornton has also produced a range of mental health resources to help athletes combat COVID-19 anxiety. In this 25–minute podc

Jun 19,2020 24:50

108. FAI and giving patients confidence in telehealth, Chad Cook gives us the inside track. Episode #432

Associate Editor Paul Blazey (T: @blazey85) talks with Professor Chad Cook from Duke University (North Carolina, USA). Chad is a Professor in the Orthopaedic Surgery Division of Physical Therapy, with an interest in the effective diagnosis, intervention, and outcomes assessment of conservative and surgical treatment of orthopedic-related conditions. Today we focus on Chad’s experience with orthopaedic testing, especially when applied to femoroacetabular impingement syndrome, and the ability to e

Jun 12,2020 24:39

109. Exercise Prescription During a Pandemic: keeping active with Dr. Jordan Metzl. Episode #431

The global COVID-19 Pandemic has changed the way we practice medicine and live our daily lives. Things we traditionally have taken for granted now pose major challenges, and among those is the challenge of remaining active. On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by sports medicine physician and fitness enthusiast Dr. Jordan Metzl to discuss strategies for continuing to encourage physical activity even during “social distancing.”Dr. Metzl

Jun 05,2020 16:49

110. Using data science to support medical team decisions & return to play post COVID- 19. Episode #430

Dr. Ben Sporer (T: @ben_sporer) is the current director of performance strategy, research and innovation at the Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS). He trained as an exercise physiologist and worked with the Canadian Sport Institute, supporting multisport, cycling and snowboarding athletes across three full Olympic cycles (summer and winter games).He brings a wealth of knowledge about developing elite athlete performance and wellbeing, as well as what it takes to build a performance team.Today in the disc

May 29,2020 21:46

111. Why the WHO wants the world to stay active with Prof Fiona Bull. Episode #429

On this week's episode, we are joined again by Prof Fiona Bull to discuss why and how we should stay active in self-isolation. Prof Bull is the Programme Manager in the Department of Prevention of NCDs at the WHO in Geneva. She leads the WHO’s global work on physical activity. In this 15-minute podcast, Prof Bull explains what the WHO is doing to support countries increase physical activity in times of COVID-19 and outlines physical activity research priorities at a global level. #HealthyAtHom

May 22,2020 14:13

112. Respiratory health in athletes: facing the COVID-19 challenge with Dr James Hull. Episode #428

In this cutting-edge podcast with Dr James Hull – a leading authority on respiratory health in athletes - we discuss the challenges facing athletes and healthcare professionals following infection with the novel coronavirus. We cover a few case-studies, and practical points for all SEM professionals to consider.Additional Links:Link to the published article in the Lancet Respiratory Medicine journal https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanres/article/PIIS2213-2600(20)30175-2/fulltext#.XrHWOYDlNMw.

May 15,2020 16:13

113. Concerned about COVID-19 and the athletic heart? Prof Jon Drezner gives insight. Episode #427

Are you involved in the care of athletes, and now planning their return to sport? Have you fully considered their cardiac health, especially in those with suspected/confirmed novel coronavirus infection?In this 15-minute podcast with Prof Jon Drezner, one of the world’s leading Sports Cardiologists & Team Physicians, we dive into some case-studies and some of the emerging evidence in this interesting area.Please get in touch with us if you have any questions!Additional resources:Link to BJSM blo

May 07,2020 17:08

114. Orthobiologics: Is this the new advancement in non-operative sport medicine? Episode #426

Host Dr. Giorgio Negron, MD is joined by Dr. Kenneth Mautner, MD on the AMSSM Sports Medcast to discuss orthobiologics, specifically PRP and stem cell treatments, and the current evidence for their use.Dr. Mautner is an associate professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Department of Orthopedics Surgery at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.In this 20-minute conversation Dr. Mautner addresses the following topics: What is PRP and how did it become so popular in th

May 01,2020 18:30

115. Mental health in Athletes and COVID-19 - Phil and Georgia Hopley discuss. Episode#425

In this Podcast, Dr Phil Hopley explains to Dr Will Wynter Bee the impact of the COVID crisis on athletes' mental health as well as discussing his role in setting up mental health services for the European tour. He also provides insights into how, clinically, he assesses and manages mental health conditions in elite athletes. Georgia Hopley discusses her research providing valuable insights into the prevalence of common mental health conditions in elite golfers. Useful links we discuss: Mental

Apr 24,2020 22:30

116. Learning from experience: How patients can transform research with Dr Osman Ahmed. Episode #424

Can we learn more from our patients than you might think? Do they hold the answers to the clinical question that you face? Dr. Osman Ahmed is an Associate Editor at BJSM, co-leading the “Patient Voices” section of the journal alongside Dr. Tracey Blake. Osman discusses how we can engage our patients/athletes to improve the clinical applicability of our research, and highlights some areas of medicine that have already benefited from this approach. Links of articles discussed on the podcast:https:

Apr 17,2020 12:42

117. Educators in a Dangerous Time: effective online education with Dr. Jackie Whittaker Episode #423

On the heels of a global pandemic, we have all been asked to quickly adapt to our new surroundings – in most cases our living room – and to carry on with delivering quality education. For many of us, this means scrambling to make our once classroom-based educational materials online-ready for the first time. Where do we begin?Dr. Erin Macri joins Dr. Jackie Whittaker in this BJSM episode to share tips and tricks for both delivering and receiving effective, high quality online education. Dr. Whit

Apr 03,2020 21:12

118. Prescribing the perfect running shoe – myth busting podcast with Dr. Laurent Malisoux. Episode #422

Runners are constantly trying to find the perfect shoe that will combine increased performance with decreased injury risk. In this podcast, Dr. Liam West poses the questions to Dr. Laurent Malisoux to explore whether the current body of research is able to guide the clinician as to which shoe type is perfect for which foot type. Dr. Malisoux is a key researcher at the Sports Medicine Research Laboratory at the Luxembourg Institute of Health. His area of research and expertise centres on running

Mar 27,2020 17:48

119. Athletes’ mental health—a major issue. Dr Margo Mountjoy shares management tips. Episode #421

Assistant Dean at McMaster University, member of the FINA (World Swimming) and the IOC Working Group on Mental Health in Athletes, Dr Margo Mountoy (MD, Dip Sport Med [CASEM], PhD) shares practical insights. What 4 things should a team physician do to help an athlete who has mental health symptoms or a diagnosed mental health disorder.You’ll hear the FREE 2019 consensus paper referred to: http://ow.ly/hTpS50yKx7K

Mar 13,2020 15:50

120. More important than life or death? Dr Daniel Parnell prescribes football as medicine. Episode #420

Football is the world's most popular sport, captivating the hearts and minds of millions of people every day. Supporting our national team or local club evokes a deep sense of pride, and provides a consistent source of entertainment. How could something so addictive be so good for you? Football has been found to be an effective adjunct for the treatment and prevention of a wide variety of conditions such as depression, some cancers and type 2 diabetes. In this podcast, Dr Daniel Parnell explains

Mar 06,2020 19:02

121. Creating value in musculoskeletal care with Dr Imran Sajid. Episode #419

Dr Imran Sajid is a frontline clinician, health policy maker, educator and researcher with a keen interest in behavioural economics. This podcast takes a 30,000-foot view of some of our daily clinicalapproaches—and dives down into specific cases to make important points.How do you get the right care to the right patient at the right time. Is there overdiagnosis and overtreatment in our field—the field of musculoskeletal care?Fee-for-service underpins a great deal of treatment in MSK medicine. Ar

Feb 28,2020 20:01

122. Cardiac abnormalities and participating in sport-is is safe? Dr. Rachel Lampert. Episode #418

Dr. Rachel Lampert, MD joins host Devin McFadden, MD on AMSSM’s Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) to discuss athletic participation in athletes with cardioverter-defibrilators for known cardiac abnormalities. In this 20 minute conversation Dr. Lampert addresses the following topics: - What are the common causes of sudden cardiac death in athletes? - What is the data to support disqualifying patients with known cardiac disease (cardiomyopathies and channelopathies) from sports, and could they potenti

Feb 21,2020 19:17

123. Should I clear this athlete … with a suspected cardiac abnormality? Prof Sanjay Sharma. Episode #417

Has the principle of shared decision making in athletes with known cardiac abnormalities placed our athletes, teams, and medical system at risk? Are there situations where accepted medical standards and risk management trump patient autonomy? What further steps can we take to generate the data needed to ensure that the athletes we clear in the future are safe to participate? On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by internationally recog

Feb 14,2020 22:50

124. Prof Mutrie Pt 2. Football Fans Training. Sitting. Mental health. Outrunning bad food. Episode #416

Nanette Mutrie (@NanetteMutrie) has been Chair of Physical Activity for Health at the University of Edinburgh since July 2012. She directs the Physical Activity for Health Research Centre (PAHRC) in the Institute for Sport, Physical Education and Health Sciences. Nanette is a Chartered Psychologist and a Fellow of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. She took a break from writing the 4th edition of ‘Psychology of Physical Activity” to speak with BJSM’s outgoing Editor-in-Chief

Feb 07,2020 21:53

125. Is walking the best buy for public health? What should physios do? Prof Nanette Mutrie. Episode #415

Nanette Mutrie (@NanetteMutrie) has been Chair of Physical Activity for Health at the University of Edinburgh since July 2012. She directs the Physical Activity for Health Research Centre (PAHRC) in the Institute for Sport, Physical Education and Health Sciences. In January 2015 Nanette was awarded an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for services to physical activity for health in Scotland.Nanette is a Chartered Psychologist and a Fellow of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science

Jan 31,2020 25:27

126. Redefining aquatic exercise: last resort to front line treatment option – Dr. Ben Waller. #414

Did you know that water can stop bullets? Dr. Erin Macri caught up with Dr. Ben Waller to learn more about the untapped and under-recognized power of water and its potential applications in everything from rehabilitation to high level athletic conditioning. Dr. Ben Waller is the Scientific Chair of the Finnish Sport physiotherapy association; Adjunct Professor at Reykjavik University, and Lecturer for the International Aquatic Therapy Faculty. Prior to this he was Senior Researcher at the Univer

Jan 24,2020 18:40

127. Common mistakes clinicians make and how to avoid them, with Running Physio Tom Goom. Episode #413

Are passive therapies making patients worse? Does stretching help? Where do the bio, psycho and social components fit into patient management?This week Tom Goom joins us to chat about how to avoid the common pitfalls all clinicians can make. Known to many in the SEM community as the ‘Running Physio’, Tom is a physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience who specialises in running injuries. He shares his knowledge with clinicians and runners around the world through his website Running-physio

Jan 17,2020 20:21

128. Waking up to the power of sleep with Associate Professor Shona Halson PhD. Episode #412

In our first episode of 2020, Associate Professor Shona Halson PhD joins us to chat about why our new year’s resolution should be to get more sleep! Shona is an Associate Professor in the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences at Australian Catholic University. Shona has a PhD in Exercise Physiology, recently finished up close to 16 years working at the Australian Institute of Sport as a senior recovery physiologist, and has been the Director of the Australian Olympic Committee Recovery Centr

Jan 10,2020 22:49

129. Dynamic knee valgus and patellofemoral pain – what gives? Episode #411

At the 6 th International Patellofemoral Pain Research Retreat held in Milwaukee in October 2019, Erin Macri pulled four clinician-scientists (Dr. Simon Lack, Dr. David M. Bazett-Jones, Dr. Gretchen Salsich,Dr. Christian Barton) into the ring, with a goal of teasing out key concepts and providing guidance on how to incorporate dynamic knee valgus into the evaluation and treatment of individuals withpatellofemoral pain. Should dynamic knee valgus always be treated? Find out in this episode.

Dec 13,2019 15:43

130. Embracing biomechanics with Dr Enda King. Minimising the risk of a ‘plateau’ in rehabilitation. #410

This podcast features the heavily in-demand Dr Enda King. Enda is Head of Performance Rehabilitation at the Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, and world-leading authority on Hip, Groin and ACL injuries.In this 20-minute masterclass, Enda provides cutting-edge insight on a number of topics including: - The role of biomechanical factors in injury prevention and rehabilitation - Key biomechanical and clinical milestones in the rehabilitation process - How to identify and address common biomechanical

Dec 06,2019 19:07

131. When it comes to pain everything matters with Prof Lorimer Moseley. Episode #409

This week, Prof Lorimer Moseley joins us to explore how we can better apply contemporary understanding of pain in clinical practice. Lorimer is Professor of Clinical Neurosciences and Foundation Chair in Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia. Prof Moseley’s research group - Body in Mind - investigates the role of the brain and mind in chronic pain. He has over 25 years of clinical experience and has authored hundreds of articles, as well as five books.

Nov 29,2019 30:12

132. Stepping up to better running form with the Running Physio – Tom Goom. Episode #408

What are the keys to good running form? Is there a magical number for step rate? Should we all be changing the way we run? This week Tom Goom joins us to chat about gait retraining and its role in helping injured runners. Known to many in the SEM community as the ‘Running Physio’, Tom is a physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience who specialises in running injuries. He shares his knowledge with clinicians and runners around the world through his website Running-physio.com and very popula

Nov 22,2019 23:44

133. Prioritising a biopsychosocial approach in SEM with Dr Louise Tulloh. Episode #407

On this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr Louise Tulloh to dive into the biopsychosocial realm of patient management in sport and exercise medicine. Dr Tulloh was recently elected as President of The Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians (ACSEP) and has been practicing sport and exercise medicine for over 20 years.In this 20-minute podcast, we discuss:· Why we should all take a more biopsychosocial approach in SEM· How to explore a patient’s individual psychosocial factors·

Nov 15,2019 21:25

134. Optimizing Athletic Recovery—The Importance of Sleep pt 2. Episode #406

One of the most important aspects of athletic performance is something we all do for a third of our lives, but until recently, had rarely been discussed. In the second of this two-part episode, Dr. KrysBigosinski and Dr. Cindy Chang converse about the role of sleep in sports medicine. They cover topics including the role of sleep in sports performance, the challenges of travel for the elite athlete,the impact of a busy schedule on sleep for collegiate athletes, and the role of sleep in concussio

Nov 08,2019 20:04

135. Optimizing Athletic Recovery—The Importance of Sleep pt 1. Episode #405

One of the most important aspects of athletic performance is something we all do for a third of our lives, but until recently, had rarely been discussed. In the first of this two-part episode, Dr. KrysBigosinski and Dr. Cindy Chang converse about the role of sleep in sports medicine. They cover topics including the role of sleep in sports performance, the challenges of travel for the elite athlete,the impact of a busy schedule on sleep for collegiate athletes, and the role of sleep in concussion

Nov 01,2019 23:58

136. Breaking the unbreakable sub-2-hour marathon with Dr Alex Hutchinson PhD

Dr Alex Hutchsinon PhD chats about the historic breakthrough that was equated to humans setting foot on the moon. Alex is an award-winning journalist, author and athlete who has a keen interest in exploring the science of endurance, fitness, and health.In this 20-minute podcast, Alex discusses:- The significance of Eliud Kipchoge’s unofficial record and its impact on our beliefs about the limits of human performance- Factors limiting and facilitating endurance performance in ru

Oct 25,2019 22:26

137. Managing the mental pressures of elite sport with Olympic Champion Abhinav Bindra. Episode #403

In this special Athlete Voice edition of the podcast, we chat with Olympic and World Champion rifle shooter Abhinav Bindra about managing the mental pressures of elite sport. Abhinav is a 5 x Olympian, entrepreneur and active member of the IOC Athlete’s Commission. In this 20-minute podcast, Abhinav discusses:· How he found the sport of rifle shooting· Celebrating the ‘process’ throughout his decorated 22-year career· The importance of prevention, prehab and physical awareness· His curre

Oct 18,2019 23:16

138. Leading from the front—women in medical leadership with Dr Louise Tulloh. Episode #402

On this week’s episode, we chat with Dr Louise Tulloh about overcoming barriers for women in medical leadership. Dr Tulloh was recently elected as President of The Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians (ACSEP) and has been practicing sport and exercise medicine for over 20 years. In this 20-minute podcast, we discuss:· Dr Tulloh’s new role as president of ACSEP· Barriers to women attaining leadership positions in medicine and how we can overcome them - Gender stereotypes with

Oct 11,2019 19:40

139. Fun, Free and Simple. Discussing the Daily Mile, with Elaine Wyllie MBE. Episode #401

Welcome to this BJSM podcast with Elaine Wyllie MBE, a former headteacher in Stirling, Scotland who launched the hugely popular ‘Daily Mile’ initiative. She will be speaking at the BASEM conference in Glasgow on 21st November, but in advance we thought we’d get a few sneaky glimpses into what she will be discussing.For tickets to the BASEM conference in Glasgow: you can find them on the link here: https://basem.co.uk/event/basem-2019-annual-conference/For some of the research behind the Daily Mi

Oct 04,2019 09:58

140. Changing the way we talk about eating disorders - The athlete’s voice with Amelia Boone. #400

For our 400th episode, we chat with Amelia Boone--four-time Obstacle Racing World Champion, ultrarunner and attorney--about her battle with anorexia for the past 20 years. In July 2019, Amelia wrote publicly about her eating disorder, shining a light on RED-S, athlete mental health and recovery.In this 20-minute podcast, we discuss:· Amelia’s motivation for sharing her story· The impact of success on perception of food and body image· Common myths about athletes and eating diso

Sep 27,2019 23:09

141. Concussion at the coalface of collision sports. An audience with Prof Jon Patricios. Episode #399

In this BJSM podcast, we hear from Associate Professor Jon Patricios, a South African Sport & Exercise Medicine physician who has extensive experience of working in Rugby Union. He has an interest in concussion, having written the concussion protocols for the BokSmart injury prevention programme and he is a member of the World Rugby Concussion Advisory Group.In this discussion, we discuss (among various things) - How things have changes from an immediate care point of view - How the HIA works at

Sep 20,2019 17:44

142. World rugby’s injury prevention journey: Sir Bill Beaumont gives the view from the top. Episode #398

Dr Martin Raftery and Dr Ross Tucker join the BJSM to discuss World Rugby’s injury prevention journey, and most recent player welfare initiatives. We also hear from World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont on how rugby has evolved in this regard. All links can be found in the e-Edition.

Sep 13,2019 17:40

143. You can’t use bad data to guide training decisions. Load monitoring with Dr Stephen West. #397

In this podcast, we are joined by Dr Stephen West to discuss all things load. Stephen recently completed his PhD at the University of Bath, looking into the Epidemiology of injury and associated risk factors in Professional Rugby Union. Topics covered include: - Athlete monitoring - The way we capture data - Practical tips for those working in sport - Where are the next big gains likely to be found? Resources:https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Athlete-Monitoring-in-Rugby-Union%3A-Is-Heterogen

Sep 06,2019 14:06

144. Exploring the strange science of recovery with Christie Aschwanden. Episode #396

Should we still be using ice and cryotherapy? Do we need to foam roll before or after working out? Are we wasting our money on compression gear? On this week’s BJSM podcast, award-winning science writer and best-selling author Christie Aschwanden (T: @cragcrest) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to cut through all the hype and explain what works and what doesn’t when it comes to recovery.Christie Aschwanden is the author of New York Times bestseller GOOD TO GO: What the Athlete in A

Aug 30,2019 28:30

145. The injury prevention myth – predicting, pretending, or preventing sports injuries? Episode #395

Predicting and preventing injuries is seen as the ‘holy grail’ of sports medicine. The literature is brimming with efforts to understand injury prevention, and popular buzzwords such as ‘artificial intelligence’ has seen the emergence of questionable methods to predict sportsinjuries. In this podcast, Dr Nicol van Dyk speaks to Dr Sean Carmody about current concepts in injury prevention and the validity of the evidence underpinning them. Nicol draws on the experience of his PhD investigating ris

Aug 23,2019 23:03

146. World Rugby’s Concussion Journey: From Description to Intervention. Episode #394

Joining Dr Steffan Griffin in the studio this week are Drs Martin Raftery and Ross Tucker, Chief Medical Officer and one of the lead Research Scientists at World Rugby respectively.Following on from their debut podcast two years ago, we dive into rugby’s complex relationship with concussion, and the journey that World Rugby have been on over the last few years to tackle the issue.Much of the resources discussed will be in the special #RugbyMedicine e-Edition, that willbe launched in time for #RW

Aug 16,2019 22:10

147. Mythbusting iliotibial band (ITB) pain with Dr Rich Willy (PT, PhD) – it’s not friction! #393

Is iliotibial band pain a friction problem? Or a load problem?On this week’s BJSM podcast, Dr Rich Willy (T: @rwilly2003) and BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) discuss the clinical management of iliotibial band pain.Dr. Richard Willy PT, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the School of Physical Therapy, University of Montana (Missoula, MT, USA). He received his PhD in Biomechanics and Movement Science from the University of Delaware and his master of physical therapy from Ohio University. I

Aug 09,2019 25:46

148. CrossFit: dangerous fad or fitness panacea? Episode #392

CrossFit: dangerous fad or fitness panacea? The AMSSM talks safety with Drs Sean Rockett and Robert Oh.Few topics in sports draw such universally strong opinions from medical providers as that of CrossFit. Most seem to love or hate it, but are their strong opinions justified? Does current data back-up the concerns many of us have regarding the safety of this sport? What are the common injury patterns that are found? Host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by Dr. Sean Rockett, MD and Dr. Robert Oh,

Aug 02,2019 22:26

149. Preventing harassment and abuse in sport: Professor Margo Mountjoy, MD, PhD (2019 update). #391

“Only by speaking out can we create lasting change”On this week’s BJSM podcast, Prof Margo Mountjoy (T:@margomountjoy) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T:@ddfriedman) to discuss harassment and abuse in sport. Prof Mountjoy is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University Medical School and Regional Assistant Dean of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University. She is also a clinician scientist – sports medicine physician practicing

Jul 26,2019 22:09

150. Human Factors in Sports Medicine – Unconsciously Unaware? Episode #390

Jonathan Hanson is a Sports Medicine consultant with a background in emergency medicine. He works as team doctor for the Glasgow Warriors rugby union team, has worked as an Emergency care advisor to the FA and worked on Head injury systems and immediate care with the Senior men at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Given his background, he has a particular interest in the human factors associated with working in SEM, especially in a pitch-side/pre-hospital setting.In this podcast, we discuss: What is mea

Jul 19,2019 16:16

151. Prescribing physical activity with Dr Jane Thornton (Part 2). Episode #389

On this week’s BJSM podcast, BJSM deputy editor Dr Jane Thornton (T: @JaneSThornton) joins Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss physical activity counselling.Dr Jane Thornton MD PhD is a sports medicine physician and researcher currently based in London, Canada, and is an international advocate for physical activity. She has a wealth of international experience in the field of preventative medicine, with a particular passion for promoting physical activity as both prevention and treatment

Jul 11,2019 20:20

152. Prescribing physical activity with Dr Jane Thornton (Part 1). Episode #388

In this week’s BJSM podcast, BJSM deputy editor Dr Jane Thornton (T: @JaneSThornton) joins Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss physical activity counselling.Dr Jane Thornton MD PhD is a sports medicine physician and researcher currently based in London, Canada, and is an international advocate for physical activity. She has a wealth of international experience in the field of preventative medicine, with a particular passion for promoting physical activity as both prevention and treatment

Jul 05,2019 20:14

153. Women’s football medicine in 2019 with Dr Celeste Geertsema. Episode #387

On this week’s BJSM podcast, Dr Celeste Geertsema joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss the imbalance between men’s and women’s football medicine research and what needs to be done to move towards equality. Dr Geertsema is is a Sports Medicine Physician at Aspetar with her main interests being in football, skiing, snowboarding and athletes traveling. She has extensive experience working alongside FIFA in various World Cups. She was the first ever female Team Physician at the F

Jun 28,2019 20:54

154. Tennis Medicine – there’s more than meets the eye! Episode #386

It has been another big year for tennis, and for British Tennis in particular with further successes in the Fed Cup and a number of exciting juniors making an impact on the world stage. In the run up to Wimbledon, we thought we’d catch up with some of the practitionerstasked with not only caring for these athletes, but responsible for the medical provision at some of the biggest sporting events in the international calendar.In this podcast we hear from Dr Jo Larkin and Dr Wing Chu. Jo is a Sport

Jun 21,2019 16:47

155. More important than life and death? Liverpool FCs Dr Andy Massey’s view of football medicine. Ep#385

What is like working at one of the biggest clubs in the world? How do you manage the intense workload of the English premier league? What happens when players retire? In this hard hitting BJSM podcast, we are joined by Dr Andy Massey, physiotherapist and doctor who currently works as head of medical services at Liverpool FC. Topics discussed include:●Managing the load of the premier league footballer●Looking at the whole squad; substitutes and non-playing members ●The £177 million conundrum; the

Jun 14,2019 25:24

156. Osgood Schlatter – not the self-limiting condition we once thought. Episode #384

Have we been thinking about Osgood Schlatter Disease (OSD) all wrong? To answer this question, Dr. Erin Macri interviewed Prof. Jens Lykkegaard Oleson and Dr. Sinead Holden from Aalborg University on a recent visit to Denmark. Prof. Olesen is a rheumatologist and sports medicine physician, currently located at the Center for Almen Medicine at Aalborg University. His research focuses on tendon and fascia tissue adaption to loading, and the use of ultrasound examination in tendon and fascia pathol

Jun 07,2019 17:23

157. Returning to play in 2019 with Dr Clare Ardern. Episode #383

On this week’s BJSM podcast, the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT) EIC elect Dr Clare Ardern PhD (T: @clare_ardern) joins BJSM EIC Prof Karim Khan to answer the difficult questions about return to play.Dr Clare Ardern is a physiotherapist and clinical researcher who completed her award-winning PhD on return to play in 2013. Since then, Clare has worked as a clinical researcher at the Aspetar Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Hospital (Qatar) and Linköping University (Sweden).

May 31,2019 28:11

158. Tackling concussion prevention in youth with Prof. Carolyn Emery. Episode #382

What are the most effective strategies for preventing sport-related concussions in youth? What role do clinicians have in this arena? Dr. Erin Macri took advantage of Prof. Emery’s recent visit to the Netherlands to get caught up on the latest evidence in concussion prevention.Prof. Emery is a physiotherapist and epidemiologist. She currently holds an appointment in the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary, with joint appointments in Pediatrics and Community Health Sciences, Cummi

May 24,2019 14:33

159. Empowering female athletes one marathon at a time with Kathrine Switzer. Episode #381

On this week’s BJSM podcast, Kathrine Switzer (T: @KVSwitzer) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to chat about empowering female athletes and the changing face of women’s sport in 2019.In 1967, 20-year-old Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to complete the all-male Boston Marathon as an official entrant. She managed to fight off a race official who tried to force her from the course after only several kilometres, and made history as she crossed the finish line four hours later. E

May 17,2019 25:07

160. Assessing concussion—as easy as ABC. Dr Jim Bovard. Episode #380

What venue are we at today? Which half is it now? Who scored last in this match? The Maddocks questions are a key part of immediate or on-field assessment of concussion. But do you have an easy way of remembering what else needs to be done?On this week’s episode, Dr Jim Bovard joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to share his ABC concussion tool for rapid on-field assessment.Dr Bovard is the team physician for the Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Whitecaps. He currently consults for Cana

May 10,2019 19:18

161. AMSSM Journal Club: Looking back at 2018. Episode #379

What are your favourite sports medicine research articles from 2018?This week, we are excited to share an AMSSM Sport Medcast hosted by Drs Scott Young and Dr. Meghan Raleigh In this abbreviated episode, learn about the latest research regarding:· Treatment of Achilles tendinopathy· Effect of NSAIDs on bone healing rates· Management of lateral hip pain· Exercise as medicine for concussion· Physiotherapy vs surgery for meniscal tearsTo listen to the full episode and learn about all ten

May 03,2019 14:57

162. How does a ‘heart patient’ build a sports club? Patient empowerment for health. #378

Farooq Mohammed was a football fan who discovered that he has heart disease. In this BJSM podcast, we focus on the patient voice and hear from Farooq who shares his own lived experience with the disease and, importantly, how football became part of his rehabilitation. Farooq shows that by empowering patients to take control of their own health, rehabilitation can become a fun activity, not a boring ‘must do’ where the individual is counting down the minutes until it’s over. If you want to learn

Apr 26,2019 25:17

163. Physical Activity and Cancer, an update with Dr Rebecca Robinson. Episode #377

In this podcast Dr Katie Marino interviews Dr Rebecca Robinson about physical activity & cancer. Dr Robinson is a Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant in Sheffield who has clinics at Weston Park Hospital in Sheffield working directly with cancer patients. During the podcast she gives a great insight into our current understanding of the use of physical activity in cancer patients. As Macmillan quote that by 2020 almost half the population will develop some form of cancer in their lifetime, it

Apr 18,2019 17:45

164. How many push-ups can you do? Assessing cardiovascular risk with Dr Alex Hutchinson PhD. #376

Drop and give us 20. On this week’s BJSM podcast, Dr Alex Hutchinson PhD (T:@sweatscience) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to make sense of all of the click-bait headlines and explore whether push-up prowess is the secret to long life. Alex writes Outside’s Sweat Science column, about the science of endurance and adventure. He started out as a Cambridge-trained physicist and long-distance runner on the Canadian national team. As a journalist, he earned a National Magazine Award for

Apr 12,2019 16:41

165. Talking Tendinopathies & Solving the Soleus Conundrum with Seth O’Neil. Episode #375

Seth is a physiotherapy lecturer at the University of Leicester with a special interest in calf & Achilles injuries, having completed his PhD on Achilles Tendinopathy. He joins us to answer some of these questions· What are the biggest risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy (AT)?· What would be your biggest bang-for-buck treatments for AT?· What would you say were the most useful markers for progression?· Where do you think people are going wrong in the treatment of AT in

Apr 05,2019 29:11

166. In pursuit of the unbreakable athlete with Tim Gabbett. Episode #374

What comes first—the robust athlete or the high training load? What is the role of moderating factors in training load? And is the ‘10% rule’ a myth?On this episode, Dr. Tim Gabbett PhD x2 (T: @TimGabbett) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss all things training load and debunk some common misconceptions.Tim has over 20 years of experience working as an applied sport scientist with elite athletes, coaches, and high performance teams from around the world. He holds a PhD in Hu

Mar 29,2019 20:44

167. Upper extremity issues in the adolescent overhead throwing athlete. Episode #373

What common injury patterns do adolescent overhead throwing athletes face? What are the current pitch count recommendations and evidence for their use? How can we best monitor and encourage compliance with these recommendations? Host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by Dr. Jason Zaremski to explore these topics and more on the AMSSM Sports Medcast. Dr. Zaremski is an assistant professor from the Division of Physical Medicine and Research, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation and Co-Medi

Mar 22,2019 30:21

168. In the driver’s seat with Formula One physio Kim Keedle. Episode #372

Breakneck speeds. Scorching heat. Extreme g-forces. Motor racing is one of the most challenging of all sports - not only for drivers themselves, but also for the teams that play an integral role in the performance of the driver and car.As the 2019 Formula One World Championship Season launches into action this weekend in Melbourne, F1 physiotherapist Kim Keedle takes a pit stop with BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to share insights into the physically and mentally demanding world of moto

Mar 15,2019 17:31

169. The use of force plates in return-to-play following shoulder injuries. Episode #371

Following their recent editorial (https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2018/11/09/bjsports-2018-099457) in the BJSM, and the publication of the reliability paper in the #BMJOpenSEM https://t.co/lCFcZNi5Tu - we managed to get this international team of collaborators around the table at BMA House, to discuss the applicability of the ASH test in guiding the return to play process following shoulder injuries.Steffan Griffin had the pleasure of hosting Ben Ashworth, Laura Tulloch, Nav Singh & Daniel Co

Mar 08,2019 19:13

170. Cardiac Screening Outcomes in Young Footballers - Dr Aneil Malhotra. Episode #370

Since 1996, the Football Association has mandated that every young professional footballer in England undergoes cardiac screening. In this podcast, Dr Aneil Malhotra, lead author on the recent NEJM paper which reported the outcomes of the FA’s screening programme, discusses the implications of the research and what it means for screening in the future. In this conversation with Dr Sean Carmody, he also discusses other measures support staff can take to minimise the risk of sudden cardiac deaths

Mar 01,2019 21:18

171. Care of the Medically Disqualified Athlete with Pierre Rouzier. Episode #369

NCAA athletes face the realization of career ending injuries, whether they are acute/catastrophic or cumulative. As team physicians and athletic trainers it is imperative that we have our athletes' long-term health as a priority in their care. Presenters of this podcast are Pierre Rouzier, MD, head team physician of the University of Massachusetts, Jennifer Brodeur, ATC, director of Sports Medicine and Jeff Smith, ATC, senior associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations at UMass. This pre

Feb 15,2019 16:42

172. Physical inactivity: a global public health problem. Prof Fiona Bull, WHO Episode #368

Did you know that worldwide, more than one in four adults (28% or 1.4 billion) are physically inactive? In some countries, it’s as high as one in three! How many more times do we need to be reminded that physical inactivity is one of the leading risk factors for global mortality before we finally decide to get off the couch?On this week’s episode, Prof Fiona Bull MBE (T: @fiona_bull) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss the latest physical activity trend data and explain how

Feb 08,2019 14:24

173. Physical activity in pregnancy—what, when, how and why to be active: Prof Greg Whyte, OBE. #367

Our guest for this podcast is Professor Greg Whyte, one of the world’s most respected and renowned Sport & Exercise Scientists. Greg combines his academic position at Liverpool John Moores University with both public & private work around the UK, and is a hugely respected scientist and voice, with expertise in a wide range of domains. Not content with overseeing breathtaking Sport Relief challenges and helping to raise >£30m for charity, he has recently published a book titled ‘Bump It Up’, focu

Feb 01,2019 24:05

174. Managing concussion: a 2019 update with Prof Kim Harmon. Episode #366

Did you know that up to 3.8 million sports-related concussions occur in the USA annually?As the largest membership organisation representing sports medicine physicians in North America, the AMSSM is perfectly placed to provide advice and guidance to clinicians who are expected to manage every stage of the concussion spectrum.On this week’s episode, Prof Kimberly Harmon (T: @DrKimHarmon) returns for another podcast and joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss the upcoming updated

Jan 25,2019 21:20

175. Can the EAT-Lancet ‘Planetary Health Diet’ save patients and the planet? Episode #365

Traditionally, sports medicine may have focussed on joints and tendons and muscles, but, as with medicine more widely, nutrition is now being properly recognised as an essential aspect of health. Food is a very strong lever to improve human health and environmental sustainability on earth. However, food is currently threatening both people and planet. The food we eat, the ways we produce it, and the amounts wasted or lost affect us all – athletes, patients and clinicians.On this BJSM podcast Pro

Jan 21,2019 16:47

176. How to encourage translational research among our peers? The Collaborative Research Network. #364

Is it possible to support small, individual clinicians with an interest for research, while also encouraging collaborative research from major medical centers and teaching hospitals? These topics and others are explored on this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast. Host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by a panel which includes Dr. Anthony Beutler, MD, Dr. Andrew Peterson, MD, and Dr. Stephanie Kliethermes, PhD who help form a portion of the AMSSM’s Collaborative Research Network leadership. They

Jan 18,2019 14:29

177. Making exercise trials more useful with Professor John Ioannidis. Episode #363

We have known for a long time that exercise is effective in lowering blood pressure. But how does it stack up against antihypertensive medication?On this episode, Dr. John Ioannidis joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss his recently published BJSM meta-analysis that made headlines around the world https://bit.ly/2EYW66JDr Ioannidis is recognised as one the most influential scientists alive today. A Professor of Medicine and of Health Research and Policy at Stanford University

Jan 11,2019 14:51

178. Bumping up physical activity in pregnancy. Global guidelines. Dr Margie Davenport Episode #362

Did you know that fewer than 15% of women will actually achieve the minimum recommendation of 150 min per week of moderate-intensity physical activity throughout their pregnancy? Meeting the recommendation can reduce the risk of pregnancy-related illness such as depression by at least 25%, and the risk of developing gestational diabetes, hypertension and preeclampsia by 40%! So why are some clinicians still scared to prescribe physical activity to soon-to-be-mums? On this week’s episode, Dr. Mar

Jan 04,2019 19:50

179. Comparing exercise and drugs for hypertension with Dr Huseyin Naci. Episode #361

Did you know that one in four people have hypertension? And with recent changes to diagnostic criteria in major clinical practice guidelines, the prevalence is only going to increase. With concerns about the cost, effectiveness, and potential for side effects of antihypertensive drugs, isn’t it time we looked beyond the pharmacy shelves to lower blood pressure?On this episode, Dr. Huseyin Naci PhD (T: @huseyinnaci2) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T:@ddfriedman) to discuss his recently published B

Dec 19,2018 21:19

180. Regenerative medicine: Game changing innovation or the next big flop? Episode #360

Host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD is joined by Dr. Lisa Fortier, DVM, PhD on the AMSSM Sports Medcast to discuss regenerative medicine technologies and the current evidence for their use.Dr. Fortier is a Professor of Surgery at Cornell University, College of Veterinary Medicine in Ithaca, New York, with a particular interest in translational research including the prevention of post- traumatic osteoarthritis. In addition, her internationally renowned research investigates the clinical application of s

Dec 07,2018 14:58

181. Busting nutrition myths with Dr. Zoë Harcombe PhD. Episode 358

What should we eat in order to stay healthy and avoid disease? Nutrition is one of the biggest drivers of chronic disease, including obesity and diabetes, yet the answer to this seemingly simple question remains a subject of heated debate.On this week’s episode, Dr. Zoë Harcombe (@zoeharcombe) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to address some common nutrition myths.Zoë has a PhD in public health nutrition. The full title of her thesis is: “An examination of the randomised controlled tri

Nov 30,2018 37:03

182. An A-Z of Sports Cardiology, with Prof Jon Drezner. Episode #357

Professor Jon Drezner, a world authority on Sports Cardiology and vastly experienced Sport & Exercise Medicine physician, kindly gives us his time on this BJSM podcast to fill us in on updates in the Sports Cardiology world.Covering everything from high-risk groups, to the subsequent management of ‘positive’ screening results, this podcast will ensure that the listener is very much up-to-date with the latest research & developments in Sports Cardiology. For more information & a deeper-dive into

Nov 23,2018 21:27

183. It’s all about the shoes…well, maybe not. Episode #356

Minimalist? Maximalist? Zero drop? Is there really one running shoe paradigm to rule them all?On this week’s episode, Dr. Chris Napier PhD (T: @runnerphysio) and Paul Blazey (T: @Blazey85) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (T:@ddfriedman) to debate running shoe prescription.Chris is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia, where he recently obtained his his PhD (“Running biomechanics and injuryprevention”) in 2018. Since becoming a ph

Nov 16,2018 27:02

184. AMSSM Sports Medcast - FAI and hip dysplasia: two ends of an overlapping spectrum. Episode #355

Is this a dysplasia problem? Or is this an impingement problem? Did you know that a young adult with a non-arthritic hip problem sees an average of 4.2 health care providers before a diagnosis ofimpingement is made?!On this week’s podcast, Dr J.W. Thomas Byrd MD (T:@nashvillehipmds) joins AMSSM’s Sports Medcast (T: @TheAMSSM) to discuss femoroacetabular impingement and hip dysplasia.Dr. Byrd founded the Nashville Hip Institute to help treat patients with complex hip disorders using advanced surg

Nov 09,2018 19:01

185. Knowledge translation with Dr Sandro Demaio. Episode #354

Knowledge translation with Dr Sandro Demaio. Episode #354There are over 1.5 million papers published each year…but as many as 50% of them are never read by anyone other than their authors, referees and journal editors. How can we move research fromthe laboratory, the academic journal, and the medical conference into the hands of people and organisations who can put it to practical use?On this week’s podcast, Dr Sandro Demaio (@SandroDemaio) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to discuss h

Nov 02,2018 19:29

186. Sham surgery for shoulder impingement

Management of shoulder pain has been estimated to account for 4.5 million visits to the doctor and $3bn (£2.3bn; €2.6bn) each year in the US alone. 44-70% of patients with shoulder pain are diagnosed with shoulder impingement syndrome. Although various non-operative treatment modalities are recommended as initial treatment for patients with shoulder impingement, subacromial decompression has become one of the most frequently performed orthopaedic procedures in the world...BUT DOES IT ACTUALLY HE

Oct 19,2018 14:18

187. An Update on Injury Prevention Programmes, and #SportSuisse2018, with Mario Bizzini. #352

We catch up with BJSM Deputy Editor, Physiotherapist and hugely influential researcher Mario Bizzini. We discuss everything from the evidence behind injury prevention programmes, maximising their implementation, and the upcoming #SportSuisse2018Links below:JOSPT Clinical Guideline https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2018.0303 Knakentroll (Swedish Group) - https://blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/2016/11/02/football-injuries-prevention-swedish-football-injury-warriors-martin-markus/ FIFA11+ https://bjsm.bm

Oct 12,2018 16:15

188. Lifestyle management of type 2 diabetes #351

Type 2 diabetes is a complex systems disease, caused by interactions between lifestyle and genes. It is an illusion to believe that it can be cured by medication. Lifestyle change should always be at the heart of treatment.Hanno Pijl is an internist-endocrinologist and professor of Diabetology at the Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) In Leiden, The Netherlands. He co-authored over 250 papers in peer reviewed scientific journals, primarily related to obesity and type 2 diabetes. He has been

Oct 05,2018 23:32

189. Preventing overdiagnosis in 2018 with Dr Ray Moynihan Episode # 350

Do I really need this test, treatment or procedure? What are the downsides? What happens if I do nothing? And are there simpler, safer alternatives? Dr. Ray Moynihan (@raymoynihan) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to discuss the growing problem of overdiagnosis and overtreatment, and what is being done to wind back the harms of too much medicine. Ray is an Australian academic, author and award-winning health journalist who completed his PhD on overdiagnosis in 2015 at the Centre fo

Sep 28,2018 22:50

190. Talking physical activity and Golf and health, with Dr Andrew Murray. Episode #349

We were thrilled to catch up again with Dr Andrew Murray, the recently appointed Chief Medical Officer to the PGA European Tour, European Tour Performance Institute, and Ryder Cup Europe. He is universally known for his work promoting physical activity for health, his ultra-endurance challenges, and for leading the ‘Golf and Health project’. In this podcast he covers everything from the health benefits of golf, how to produce a consensus statement, the WHO’s GAPPA, to how to overcome various fac

Sep 21,2018 22:02

191. Low carb vs low fat diet for type 2 diabetes. Episode #348

Contrary to the long held contention that low fat diets are best for people with type 2 diabetes (DM2), the totality of current evidence suggests that low carb diets are at least as effective in ameliorating metabolic health in DM2. In fact, low carb seems to be somewhatbetter, particularly in the short to medium term, although the evidence is of moderate certainty. On this week’s episode Prof Hanno Pijl (@HannoPijl) and dr Esther van Zuuren (@Ezzoef) join Dr Aseem Malhotra (@DrAseemMalhotra) to

Sep 17,2018 28:09

192. Time to get real about childhood obesity with Dr Sandro Demaio. Episode #347

Did you know that the worldwide prevalence of obesity nearly tripled between 1975 and 2016? In 2016, more than 1.9 billion adults and more than 340 million children were classified as overweightor obese. At the individual level and in our modern, obesogenic world, weight gain has become the norm—the biological and social path of least resistance.On this week’s podcast, Dr Sandro Demaio (@SandroDemaio) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to discuss childhood obesity and public health nutri

Sep 07,2018 22:15

193. The demonisation of dietary fats and saturated fat: villain or hero? Episode #346

Is saturated fat good or bad? But doesn’t it cause cardiovascular disease? And what about the guidelines?On this week’s episode, Dr. Zoë Harcombe (@zoeharcombe) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to discuss the takeaways from The BMJ’s Food For Thought conference 2018 (https://www.bmj.com/food-for-thought) and the demonisation of dietary fats. Zoë has a PhD in public health nutrition. The full title of her thesis is: “An examination of the randomised controlled trial and epidemiological

Aug 31,2018 33:24

194. The truth behind sports drinks. Episode #345

Did you know that a regular bottle of Gatorade contains 34g of sugar? That’s over 8 teaspoons of sugar! The WHO recommends that https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29735573

Aug 24,2018 21:57

195. Combat sports: ringside medicine with the fight doctor. Episode #344

This heavyweight podcast is sure to be a knockout!On this week’s episode, sports medicine physician Dr. John Neidecker (@DrJohnNeidecker) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) in the ring to discuss the hot topics in combat sports today. Dr. Neidecker is a physician for USA Boxing and USA Taekwondo, and is the vice president for the Association of Ringside Physicians (ARP) (http://www.ringsidearp.org/), an international non-profitorganisation dedicated to the health and protection of boxer

Aug 17,2018 19:40

196. Dr Alison Grimaldi on managing gluteal tendinopathy. Episode #343

Fresh off ‘BJSM Podcast World Cup’ victory, superstar physiotherapist Dr. Alison Grimaldi returns for what is sure to be another chart-topping podcast. On this week’s episode, Dr. Alison Grimaldi (@alisongrimaldi) joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to discuss the results from her latest clinical trial – the LEAP trial - that was recently published in the BMJ.https://www.bmj.com/content/361/bmj.k1662 With 25 years of clinical experience and particular expertise in the management of hi

Aug 10,2018 22:18

197. The gut microbiome for athlete health and performance. Episode #342

After listening to this one, you may want to think twice before reaching for that next bottle of kombucha!On this week’s podcast, microbiome expert Dr Patrick Hanaway joins BJSM’s Daniel Friedman (@ddfriedman) to discuss the implications of the gut microbiome for athlete health and performance.Dr Hanaway is a family physician who has served as the Director of Medical Education for the Institute for Functional Medicine, as well as the Medical Director at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional

Jul 27,2018 21:42

198. Research imbalance: Sport and Exercise in Women versus Men. Episode #341

In this podcast Katie Marino speaks to Jack Forsyth. Jacky Forsyth (@JackyForsyth) is a senior lecturer at Staffordshire University. She is a lead organiser of the Women in Sport and Exercise Conference. In this podcast Katie Marino (@krmarino1) speaks to Jacky about the difference in the amount of research done on exercise in women compared to exercise in men, and why we need to correct this imbalance. The research community needs to strengthen and promote research on women in sport and exercis

Jul 20,2018 09:47

199. The World Health Organization’s Global Action Plan for Physical Activity: Prof Fiona Bull

Thanks to BJSM editorial board member Daniel Friedman (@DDFriedman), who has also served as in intern at the World Health Organization, for hosting this podcast. The BJSM’s guest is Professor Fiona Bull, MBE – Program Manager of WHO Prevention of Noncommunicable Diseases Management Team, Geneva, Switzerland. @fiona_bullThe conversation gives the listener a 20-minute gem that covers the following pointsWhat is the global action plan?How was it developed?Why was this needed? How does it differ fro

Jul 06,2018 22:18

200. “Don’t mislabel nociceptors as pain fibres”. Lorimer Moseley on teaching pain science Ep:339

Thanks to Professor Lorimer Moseley for his 4th BJSM podcast over the last 4 years. Here he chats with final year medical student Daniel Friedman who is at the coalface (@DDFriedman). How are the terms pain, nociception and central sensitisation used? Are they taught accurately or poorly? All of us can learn from Lorimer as he clarifies these concepts.Professor Lorimer Moseley (PT, PhD) is Chair of Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia and a professor of Clinical Neurosciences. peop

Jun 29,2018 19:51

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