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Rehab and Performance Lab: A Medbridge Podcast

Medbridge
Physical Therapy
ACL Reconstruction
Rehabilitation
Manual Therapy
Quad Strengthening
Knee Rehabilitation
Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
Surgery
Intraarticular Knee Injury
Therapeutic Alliance
Patient Education
Tendinopathy
Patient Care
Sports Medicine
Chronic Pain
Clinical Practice Guidelines
Contextual Factors
Joint Hypermobility
Pain Neuroscience Education
Orthopedic Rehabilitation

A Medbridge podcast where challenging clinical questions are explored with subject matter experts as they unpack research and engaging cases in the field of orthopedics and sports to equip physical therapists and athletic trainers with actionable takeaways. To get continuing education credit for each episode and bonus resources, search for the episodes on medbridge.com and complete the accompanyin... more

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Struggling with complex shoulder cases? Join experts Phil Plisky and Lenny Macrina on Medbridge for a special live podcast recording on October 29, 2025, as they dive deep into the latest strategies for shoulder rehabilitation—from early post-op reco... more

Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDN, CSSD, LDN, FAND, and Roberta Anding, MS, RDN/LD, CDCES, FAND, join host Phil Plisky for a clinically grounded look at nutrition in rehabilitation and performance. Drawing from their extensive experience in professional sports ... more

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Dr. Benedict Nwachukwu joins host Phil Plisky to take a deep dive into hip impingement and labral tears. With insights shaped by both surgical expertise and personal experience as an athlete, Dr. Ben shares what really drives the decision between reh... more

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Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler, internationally renowned researcher and clinician in knee injury rehabilitation, returns to join host Phil Plisky for an in-depth conversation on strength testing and electrical stimulation after ACL reconstruction. Together,... more

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Dr. Benedict Nwachukwu
Orthopedic sports medicine surgeon and associate professor of medicine at Cornell Medical School
Hospital for Special Surgery
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 18: Hip Impingement: Is Rehabilitation the Best Route?
Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler
Expert in treating athletes with traumatic knee injuries with over 45 years of experience.
University of Delaware
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 16: Is Avoiding Open Chain After ACLR Slowing Your Patient’s Progress?
Phil Plisky
Professor, founder of Coaches Club, and performance systems consultant in professional sports.
MedBridge
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 16: Is Avoiding Open Chain After ACLR Slowing Your Patient’s Progress?
Dr. Ann Porretto-Loehrke
Expert in upper extremity evaluation and treatment, with over 30 years of experience as a physical therapist and certified hand therapist.
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 15: Lateral Elbow Pain: Are You Missing Key Factors?
Dr. Chris DaPrato
Expert in fascia and manual therapy
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 14: What is Evidence-Based in Cupping and Fascial Science?
Jenna Gourlay
Expert in joint hypermobility and treatment, physical therapist, and director of orthopedic residency program at Rehabilitation and Performance Institute.
Rehabilitation and Performance Institute
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 12: How to Get Better Results With Patients Who Have More Mobility
Clare Ardern
Expert in assessing mental readiness for return to sport and assistant professor at the University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 13: Is Confidence the Missing Link in Athletes’ Return to Play Post Injury?
Johnny Owens
An expert in blood flow restriction and a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience.
Owens Recovery Science
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 11: Blood Flow Restriction: Is It a Game Changer for Rehab Professionals?
Dr. Katie Whetstone
Expert in sports rehabilitation
University of Evansville
Episode: Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 10: Are You Missing Out on the Latest Treatment for Overuse Injuries?

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Phil Plisky
Professor, founder of Coaches Club, and performance systems consultant in professional sports.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
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    I love that I can listen as I drive to my houses during my job. To make sure I get my CUE's please say in the beginning who can get them. I recently listened to episode on cupping that was only approved for PT.

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The podcast is praised for its focus on evidence-based practices and relevant topics in sports rehabilitation.

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Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 16: Is Avoiding Open Chain After ACLR Slowing Your Patient’s Progress?
Q: What are the three things that you recommend in clinical practice regarding open kinetic chain exercises?
The big three are range of motion, decreasing effusion, and quad strengthening.
Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 16: Is Avoiding Open Chain After ACLR Slowing Your Patient’s Progress?
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what initially attracted you to looking at quad strengthening?
Dr. Snyder-Mackler was motivated by early experiences observing postoperative patients struggle with quad muscle activation.
Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 19: Creatine Myths, Protein Lies, and Stimulant Dangers: Fact or Fiction?
Q: What are the protein needs for someone recovering from surgery?
Protein needs may increase, sometimes requiring two grams of protein per pound of body weight depending on the severity of the injury.
Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 19: Creatine Myths, Protein Lies, and Stimulant Dangers: Fact or Fiction?
Q: Is creatine safe for athletes?
Yes, creatine is safe, but excessive amounts are not necessary and can lead to nutritional deficiencies if misused.
Rehab and Performance Lab Episode 19: Creatine Myths, Protein Lies, and Stimulant Dangers: Fact or Fiction?
Q: What's the mechanism of action of creatine?
Creatine helps regenerate ATP, which is the energy currency of the cell, beneficial mainly for short bursts of energy activities.

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2. Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler
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