How to Study & Network Effectively, Explore Alternative Pathways in Physiotherapy, and Build Transferable Skills – with Ellen Ball | New Grad Series Part 13

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A secret field that summons lightning. A massive spiral that disappears into a salt lake. A celestial observatory carved into a volcano. Meet the wild—and sometimes explosive—world of land art, where artists craft masterpieces with dynamite and bulldozers. In our Season 2 premiere, guest Dylan Thuras, cofounder of Atlas Obscura, takes us off road and into the minds of the artists who literally reshaped parts of the Southwest. These works aren’t meant to be easy to reach—or to explain—but they just might change how you see the world. Land art you’ll visit in this episode: - Double Negative and City by Michael Heizer (Garden Valley, Nevada) - Spiral Jetty by Robert Smithson (Great Salt Lake, Utah) - Sun Tunnels by Nancy Holt (Great Basin Desert, Utah) - Lightning Field by Walter De Maria (Catron County, New Mexico) - Roden Crater by James Turrell (Painted Desert, Arizona) Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group.…

about a year ago 33:27

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Thanks Ellen for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections.

In this episode:

0:00 About this episode and welcome Ellen

1:50 Ellen’s foundations

4:20 How do you find and stay in touch with mentors?

6:05 How do you get your foot in the door in education and research?

7:38 What skills did you learn in the physiotherapy course that you now use in the workforce?

9:45 The most important foundational knowledge and skills for a physiotherapist

11:55 Developing interpersonal skills as a student and a new grad

14:10 Managing distractions in the era of TikTok and smartphones

15:25 What is public health?

18:55 Advanced study skills for postgraduate training

21:20 Prioritisation is a skill

25:50 What advice would you give to your younger self?

31:00 Improving health outcomes through public health rather than individual physiotherapy care

32:22 Final thoughts – ride the wave and be kind to yourself

Stay connected:

Read more at Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page.
Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio
Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In.

This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.

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How to Study & Network Effectively, Explore Alternative Pathways in Physiotherapy, and Build Transferable Skills – with Ellen Ball | New Grad Series Part 13

Physio Foundations

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

Thanks Ellen for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections.

In this episode:

0:00 About this episode and welcome Ellen

1:50 Ellen’s foundations

4:20 How do you find and stay in touch with mentors?

6:05 How do you get your foot in the door in education and research?

7:38 What skills did you learn in the physiotherapy course that you now use in the workforce?

9:45 The most important foundational knowledge and skills for a physiotherapist

11:55 Developing interpersonal skills as a student and a new grad

14:10 Managing distractions in the era of TikTok and smartphones

15:25 What is public health?

18:55 Advanced study skills for postgraduate training

21:20 Prioritisation is a skill

25:50 What advice would you give to your younger self?

31:00 Improving health outcomes through public health rather than individual physiotherapy care

32:22 Final thoughts – ride the wave and be kind to yourself

Stay connected:

Read more at Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page.
Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio
Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In.

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Jane Rooney – Cross Bracing and Non-Operative ACL Management 1:03:55

25 days ago1:03:55

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In this episode, Associate Professor Jane Rooney explains the latest evidence for non-operative management of ACL injuries, including the Cross Bracing Protocol and associated research. This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition. Jane Rooney is a Specialist Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists in 2009) and a facilitator and examiner for physiotherapists completing their specialisation through the College. She has extensive experience in sports physiotherapy, working with athletes of all levels, and is widely respected for her contributions to university and clinical teaching, including through the Physio Educators platform. In 2016, Jane was awarded a prestigious Churchill Fellowship to investigate how knee injuries are managed around the world. She is now part of the research team investigating the effectiveness of the Cross-Bracing Protocol for non-operative ACL injury management. Thanks to Jane for a fantastic conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to key sections of the episode: In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Jane 4:10 Findings from Jane’s Churchill Fellowship: global ACL management and societal costs 7:16 Operative vs non-operative ACL management and patient decision aids 10:15 Case study: decision-making in ACL injury management 15:45 Bracing for native ACL healing: history of the Cross-Bracing Protocol 23:19 Non-operative management is not suitable for everyone 25:30 Bracing at 90 degrees: mechanisms and anatomical rationale 27:40 “ACL first aid”: preserving the option of non-operative management 30:30 Important! Bracing must involve a doctor, surgeon, and patient 33:36 Eligibility criteria, timeframes, and factors influencing ACL healing 37:05 Understanding the anatomy of ACL healing 41:45 Risks and medical considerations for referring patients for bracing 47:30 Future directions: non-operative care and evolving bracing protocols 59:50 Shared decision-making: pros and cons of bracing vs surgical care Jane referenced this study on treatment decision-making for ACL injuries: https://academic.oup.com/ptj/advance-article/doi/10.1093/ptj/pzaf030/8075093 Find out more about the Cross Bracing workshop at physioeducators.com.au This podcast is free to access, but you can help us grow by sharing it within your network and leaving a review and 5-star rating. Thanks for supporting the show! Stay connected: • Read more at www.Perraton.Physio or visit the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page • Watch on YouTube: @PerratonPhysio • Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter) This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any health concerns or medical conditions.…

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Randall Cooper and Mick Hughes – Exercise Matters and Learn Physio 52:42

6 weeks ago52:42

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On this episode, I welcome back Mick Hughes and Randall Cooper to talk about the role of exercise in health and physiotherapy practice. We also discuss the work they are doing with their education platform, Learn.Physio , and what they have learned over the past five years from interviewing and creating content with world-class clinicians and educators. Thanks to Randall and Mick for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to the relevant sections. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome back Mick and Randall 1:50 Exercise Matters podcast 8:45 How can graduate physios advance their exercise knowledge and skills? 11:35 What sets physiotherapy apart from coaching, exercise physiology, and other professions? 18:40 When to say “I’m not sure” and refer to other health professionals 20:15 Can we over-medicalise exercise? When is it actually appropriate to medicalise exercise? 27:38 Tips for engaging people in exercise – find out what’s important to them 30:15 The Learn.Physio platform – highlights from behind the scenes 36:30 How do you integrate new knowledge from courses into your practice? 40:30 Managing information overload as a graduate practitioner 42:07 Do students learn differently in 2025 compared to the past? 48:00 Learn online, but learn in person as well – don’t neglect your interpersonal and hands-on skills Links and resources: Check out: www.Learn.Physio Listen to the Exercise Matters podcast with Randall and Mick, and give them a 5-star rating and review on Spotify, Apple, or your favourite podcast player: Spotify Apple Podcasts While you're there, we’d also appreciate a rating and review for the Physio Foundations podcast—it really helps promote the show. Hit the follow button and give us a review and 5 stars! Stay connected: Read more at www.Perraton.Physio or follow the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page. Watch us on YouTube: Perraton Physio YouTube Channel Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and LinkedIn. Disclaimer: This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.…

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Nick Kane - Sports MAP, Working in Elite Sport, and Developing your Career in Sports Physiotherapy 45:08

7 weeks ago45:08

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Nick Kane is the founder of the Sports MAP network, an educational platform for physiotherapists and sports medicine professionals and the former head physiotherapist for the Essendon Australian Rules Football club. Nick founded and consults at the Complete Balance Physiotherapy clinic in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Nick discussed his experiences working in elite sport and how you can develop your own career in sports physiotherapy. Thanks Nick for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Nick 7:25 Experiences working as the head physiotherapist for the Essendon football club 9:45 Nick’s clinical special interests 11:45 The most important foundational knowledge and skills – clinical reasoning and rehab principles 13:50 Applying anatomy and pathology knowledge as a practitioner 16:58 Sports MAP 20:25 Challenges for graduates – distractions, impatience 22:50 Mentoring and developing strong clinicians 33:40 Developing a special interest area 43:00 Final thoughts We discussed the SportsMAP network: https://sportsmap.com.au/ Stay connected: Read more at Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.…

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Foundations of Neurological Physiotherapy - with Narelle Dalwood 55:45

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Narelle Dalwood is a neurological physiotherapist and Senior Lecturer at Monash University Physiotherapy. In this episode, Narelle and I discuss the foundations of neurological physiotherapy, including neuroanatomy and the pathology of common conditions such as stroke. Thanks Narelle for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Narelle 1:04 Common neurological conditions 3:14 Middle cerebral artery strokes 7:50 Heterogeneity - combining imaging, history and assessment findings 12:45 Defining terminology – infarcts and haemorrhagic strokes 14:38 How do you recognise a stroke? Timely recognition and clot busting drugs. 22:00 Upper and lower motor neurons 25:14 Reflexes and recognising serious neurological problems 33:25 Neuroplasticity 41:12 How to develop your neuro physio knowledge and skills – brush up on your neuroanatomy 54:30 Final thoughts Narelle mentioned these guidelines and resources for health professionals, patients and their families from the National Stroke Foundation: https://informme.org.au/ https://enableme.org.au/ https://sciptguide.com/ Stay connected: Read more at Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.…

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How to Study & Network Effectively, Explore Alternative Pathways in Physiotherapy, and Build Transferable Skills – with Ellen Ball | New Grad Series Part 13 33:27

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Ellen Ball is a physiotherapist and Monash University Physiotherapy graduate who is currently completing a master’s degree in public health. In this conversation, Ellen and I discuss the study habits that helped her become a highly successful student, how to network effectively, and alternative career pathways after graduation. Thanks Ellen for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Ellen 1:50 Ellen’s foundations 4:20 How do you find and stay in touch with mentors? 6:05 How do you get your foot in the door in education and research? 7:38 What skills did you learn in the physiotherapy course that you now use in the workforce? 9:45 The most important foundational knowledge and skills for a physiotherapist 11:55 Developing interpersonal skills as a student and a new grad 14:10 Managing distractions in the era of TikTok and smartphones 15:25 What is public health? 18:55 Advanced study skills for postgraduate training 21:20 Prioritisation is a skill 25:50 What advice would you give to your younger self? 31:00 Improving health outcomes through public health rather than individual physiotherapy care 32:22 Final thoughts – ride the wave and be kind to yourself Stay connected: Read more at Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.…

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Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis: From research to practice - with Associate Professor Adam Culvenor 40:51

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Associate Professor Adam Culvenor is a Principal Research Fellow from the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine (LASEM) Research Centre, a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Emerging Leadership Fellow and the head of the Knee Injury Research Group within LASEM. In this conversation, Adam and I discussed the research he has led on post traumatic knee osteoarthritis including the OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations, the SUPER-Knee trial, the role of diet in managing osteoarthritis and the Australian Knee Injury Study. Thanks Adam for a great conversation. Use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections and follow the links below to find out more about Adam and his work. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Adam 6:00 The infrapatellar fat pad 8:10 Adam’s pathway into research – MRI outcomes after ACL reconstruction 14:45 Cartilage imaging studies leading into the SUPER-Knee trial 19:36 How does strengthening help with cartilage health after knee injury? 24:40 Role of diet in managing osteoarthritis 26:40 OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations to optimise knee health after traumatic knee injury to prevent osteoarthritis 30:55 Australian Knee Injury Study 35:15 Key takeaways – consider the need for imaging, be guided by the guidelines, get involved in research as a clinician or a student Read more about Adam here: https://scholars.latrobe.edu.au/a2culvenor Be part of the Australian Knee Injury Study: https://www.kneeinjurystudy.com.au/ Adam discussed the OPTIKNEE consensus recommendations following traumatic knee injury: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/56/24/1393.citation-tools Whittaker JL, Culvenor AG, Juhl CB , et al OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations to optimise knee health after traumatic knee injury to prevent osteoarthritis. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2022;56:1393-1405. Read more about the SUPER-Knee trial: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/13/1/e068279 Stay Connected: Read more at www.Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This discussion is intended for health professionals and health professional students. Always seek guidance from a qualified health professional regarding any questions about your health or medical condition.…

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Making Rehab Stick: The role of health professionals in exercise adherence - with Rebecca Phillips 1:04:11

12 weeks ago1:04:11

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Bec Phillips is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist and educator at Charles Sturt University. In this episode, Bec reflects on her fascinating career in physiotherapy and public health, including her work supporting the health of people in rural Kenya. Bec then explores her PhD research findings and provides practical tips for physiotherapists to help us understand how different types of people adhere to their rehab plans. Thanks, Bec for a great conversation. You can use the timestamps below to jump to relevant sections and follow the links below to find out more about Bec and her work. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Bec 9:11 Improving the health of people in Kenya – problem solving and applying physiotherapy skills on a global scale 22:30 How do you define adherence to rehabilitation? 27:50 What influences adherence in people with Achilles tendinopathy? 30:30 Profiles of people with low, moderate and high adherence. Practical considerations for helping different types of people adhere to their rehab plans 43:45 Collaborating with the patient about their health needs – not a consultancy 44:35 Can you help everyone? 46:40 What factors influence adherence? 56:00 Teaching patients how to build habits if they don’t have one. 59:00 Final thoughts Read more about Bec here: https://science-health.csu.edu.au/schools/health-exercise-sports/staff/profiles/physiotherapy/rebecca-phillips Follow Bec on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-phillips-b9b361175/?originalSubdomain=au Follow Bec on Instagram @moving_free_physio Read Bec’s research: Phillips, R., Hilton, C., Sousa Filho, L. F., Farlie, M., Morrissey, D., & Malliaras, P. (2024). Behaviour change and rehabilitation adherence in adults with tendinopathy: a scoping review. Disability and Rehabilitation , 46 (25), 6021-6033. Physio Foundations Podcast Summaries: You can find articles based on Physio Foundations podcast episodes at www.Perraton.Physio or on the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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Dr Liam West – How Physios and Sports Doctors Can Work Together Effectively 1:38:08

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This episode contains discussions about self-harm, suicide and sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 for 24/7 confidential support. If you are outside Australia, please seek support from a crisis service in your country. Dr Liam West is a Sports and Exercise Physician based in Melbourne, Australia and a fellow of the Australasian College of Sport & Exercise Physicians. In this episode, Liam, Zuzana and I discussed some practical aspects of how physiotherapists can work with sports doctors, what sports doctors want to know in your referral letter and updates, and common conditions where a sports doctor should be involved in patient care. We finish our discussion by focusing on the person rather than the patient and talk about Liam’s approach to integrating biopsychosocial elements in patient care. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Liam – background and interests 13:00 What do physios do that Liam is jealous of? 16:00 How do you build a career in sports medicine or sports physio? 17:30 Describe a typical week for a sports doctor – consulting, surgical assisting, sports game coverage 29:06 Referring people to a sports doctor, what does a sports doctor want to know in a referral or update? 38:53 Should you arrange an MRI or other investigations before you send someone to the sports doctor? Practicalities of rebates and referrals. When should a doctor be involved in managing fractures? 52:30 When should you refer to a GP and when should you refer to a specialist? 54:00 Mental health in sports injury rehab, difficult questions, mental health support for patients and health professionals/students 71:30 Influence of hormones on musculoskeletal health, screening for rheumatological conditions 79:00 The most important skills for a physiotherapist - problem solving and active listening. Learn from other health professionals, be curious and vulnerable enough to admit when you are wrong 87:00 Final tips for career development Thanks, Liam for a great conversation. Read more about Liam here: https://alphingtonsportsmed.com.au/profile/dr-liam-west/ Follow Liam on X: https://x.com/liam_west?lang=en Read Liam’s chapters in the Brukner and Khan textbook (students I’m looking at you, read books!): https://csm.mhmedical.com/book.aspx?bookid=1970 Liam talked about the Tame the Beast website: https://www.tamethebeast.org/about We also discussed the SCREENDEM checklist for screening for rheumatological problems: https://rheumatology.physio/mini-blog-screendem/ Physio Foundations Podcast Summaries: You can find articles based on Physio Foundations podcast episodes at www.Perraton.Physio or on the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Follow @PerratonPhysio on YouTube, Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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Unpacking Qualitative Research (Part 4): Data Analysis & Practical Tips with Dr Melanie Farlie 32:20

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Dr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale. In part 4 of this four-part series, Mel finishes her quality appraisal of the quality of the study by Katherine Lawler and colleagues. Mel demystifies the process of data analysis in qualitative research and gives us some tips for using qualitative research in our study and clinical practice. Access the study here: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2024.2343822 Follow along using the COREQ checklist here: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/coreq/ In this episode: 0:00 Introduction to the episode 1:14 Who did the data analysis? Knowledge and perspectives of the team. Naming and identification of themes? The coding tree. Why does this matter? 5:45 How are themes identified? The coding lens – perspectives of the researchers. The inductive process - using the words of the people to make codes, vs predetermined themes. 10:42 Are there times when it is more appropriate to use a deductive process? 12:15 Relating qualitative research to what we do in the clinic, e.g. a subjective assessment 14:45 The difference between how you collect vs analyse data. Open vs closed questions 16:50 Software for qualitative analysis, feedback from participants on findings 18:20 Where should a busy clinician start? Look at the quotes from participants. Is there consistency between the data and the author’s findings? Is there diversity of opinions in the report? 28:03 Final thoughts – try to engage with research evidence. Resources to look at to get started and progress your qualitative research skills Read more about Dr Melanie Farlie here: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/melanie-farlie Follow Physio Foundations and Perraton Physio at our website www.Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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How to Evaluate the Quality of Qualitative Research in Physiotherapy (Part 3) with Dr Melanie Farlie 37:14

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Dr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale. In part 3 of this four-part series, Mel explains the process of appraising the quality of qualitative research, using the example of the study by Katherine Lawler and colleagues. Access the study here: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2024.2343822 Follow along using the COREQ checklist here: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/coreq/ In this episode: 0:00 Introduction to the episode 1:25 Why we need to evaluate the quality of qualitative research? 2:51 Checklists you can use – the COREQ checklist. Don’t forget to look at the supplementary material for your article 6:45 Reflexivity: The research team and how they manage their biases. Why this is important? 12:20 The relationship between researchers and participants. A guide to understanding 16:10 The interviewer characteristics and why they matter. Relating qualitative research to the interviews we do with patients in the clinic 19:30 Study design – what is a theoretical framework? Examples of theoretical frameworks. Real world practical applications of qualitative research 29:05 Study setting and data collection – where was the study conducted? Who was present at the interviews? What questions were asked (topic guide) 30:40 How big is the dataset? Looking beyond the sample size. The concept of ‘information power’ 33:24 What are the most important things to consider from the quality appraisal so far? Coming up next: In the final part of this series (part 4) we will finalise our quality appraisal of the qualitative study by Lawler and colleagues and give you our tips for applying what you have learned in the clinic or in your research studies. Read more about Dr Melanie Farlie here: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/melanie-farlie Follow Physio Foundations and Perraton Physio at our website www.Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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How to Read, Interpret, and Apply Qualitative Research in Physiotherapy (Part 2) with Dr Melanie Farlie 20:47

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Dr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale. In part 2 of this four-part series, Mel demonstrates the process of reading, interpreting and understanding qualitative research. Mel refers to a study by Katherine Lawler and colleagues. Access the study here: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2024.2343822 In this episode: 0:00 Introduction to the episode 3:19 Example of the methods of a qualitative study 5:00 When is qualitative research the best approach to answer a research question? 8:00 Explaining the qualitative methods that were used and relating these methods to what you do in the clinic, e.g. during a subjective assessment or patient interview 11:15 How qualitative data can be collected and analysed – exploring and explaining phenomena, understanding the context of the study and introducing the concepted of transferability 18:50 Summary and final thoughts Coming up next in part 3 of the series, we will discuss how to appraise the quality of the study. Read more about Dr Melanie Farlie here: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/melanie-farlie We discussed the Balance Intensity Scale: https://rb.gy/cwcfmz Follow Physio Foundations and Perraton Physio at our website www.Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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Demystifying Qualitative Research: A Student and Clinician’s Guide (Part 1) with Dr Melanie Farlie 18:55

15 weeks ago18:55

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Dr Melanie Farlie is a Senior Lecturer in Monash University's Department of Physiotherapy. Mel is an educator, physiotherapy researcher and developer of the Balance Intensity Scale. In this four-part series, Mel introduces qualitative research, provides examples of how you can read and understand qualitative research, explains how you can search for, and evaluate the quality of, qualitative research, and discusses how qualitative research can influence your clinical practice. Part 1 of this four-part series is an introduction to qualitative research for students and clinicians. In this episode: 0:00 Introduction to Mel and the four-part series 2:00 What is qualitative research and why is it important in physiotherapy? 3:25 How is qualitative research different from qualitative research? 5:35 What are some barriers for clinicians to engage with qualitative research? 7:35 Key terminology you need to be familiar with, e.g. reflexivity – being aware of your influence on the research process. Transferability – can the findings be transferred to other similar contexts? 13:45 How can clinicians get started with using qualitative research? Don't just read the abstract, read the methods. Look for systematic reviews of qualitative research 16:50 Summary – qualitative research can be very useful when it is transferable to your clinical practice. Jump in and start reading In part 2 we will explore a recently published qualitative study and how this research's findings may apply to clinical practice. Read more about Dr Melanie Farlie here: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/melanie-farlie We discussed the Balance Intensity Scale: https://rb.gy/cwcfmz Follow Physio Foundations and Perraton Physio at our website www.Perraton.Physio or the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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Dr Tim Sayer – Managing ACL injuries in the clinic 58:12

31 weeks ago58:12

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Tim is a consultant physiotherapist and managing director of Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine Clinic, in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Tim summarised his approach to rehabilitation for people with ACL injuries and ACL reconstruction. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Tim 2:20 Tim’s background and interests 6:33 Why are ACL injuries such a big problem? 10:00 How do you manage ACL injuries in the clinic? 15:45 Operative and non-operative pathways – it’s not always a black and white decision. ACL healing and long-term outcomes – watch this space. 20:22 Meniscal integrity and knee stability, early knee rehabilitation goals and exercises 32:00 Isometric and pulsing exercises with a metronome, preparing the motor system for locomotion and confidence in higher load situations 34:50 Confidence and fear of movement 37:00 Objective measures of function and strength – dynamometry and force plates 42:00 Return to sport testing – force plate variables and testing. Don’t forget the ankle plantarflexors Thanks Tim for a great conversation. Read more about Tim here: https://melbournecbdphysio.com.au/our-clinic/ Tim talked about this website: https://www.aclreferencevalues.nl/ Physio Foundations Podcast Summaries: You can find articles based on Physio Foundations podcast episodes at www.Perraton.Physio or on the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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Professor Terry Haines AM: How can clinicians be involved in physiotherapy research? Solving problems through research 33:50

31 weeks ago33:50

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Professor Terry Haines is the Head of the School of Primary and Allied Health Care at Monash University. In this episode we discussed Terry’s journey from graduate physiotherapist to research leader, and how clinicians can solve problems with research. In this episode: 0:00 About this episode and welcome Terry 3:17 What gets you out of bed in the morning? 7:40 How did you get started in research? 13:13 What are the key areas for physiotherapy research? 18:25 How can students and clinicians get involved in research? 29:15 The most important knowledge and skills for physiotherapists – be prepared to have a go Read more about Terry here: https://www.monash.edu/medicine/spahc/about-us/school-staff/thaines Physio Foundations Podcast Summaries: You can find articles based on Physio Foundations podcast episodes at www.Perraton.Physio or on the Perraton Physio LinkedIn page . Visit our YouTube channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/@PerratonPhysio Follow @PerratonPhysio on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and Linked In. This is a discussion aimed at health professionals and health professional students. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.…

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Associate Professor Michelle Hall: Hip and knee osteoarthritis and the importance of sleep for musculoskeletal health 47:55

40 weeks ago47:55