The Knowledge Exchange

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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