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Parsonage-Turner Syndrome can mimic several other shoulder conditions, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment if not properly identified and differentiated.
• PTS typically presents with sudden onset of severe shoulder pain lasting 2-3 weeks, often triggered by viruses or vaccinations • Common symptoms include limited active and passive range of motion, weakness, atrophy (especially in deltoids), and sometimes altered sensation • Rotator cuff tears differ by having better passive than active motion and usually having a clear mechanism of injury • Cervical nerve root compression can be distinguished by performing Spurling's test and gentle cervical traction • Adhesive capsulitis has a slower onset than PTS and typically doesn't cause the significant atrophy seen in PTS cases • Diagnostic imaging should be used after thorough clinical examination to confirm suspected diagnosis • EMG/nerve conduction studies are most helpful for confirming PTS after 3-4 weeks of symptoms • Always check for skin changes like pustules or rashes that might indicate shingles, which can cause brachial neuritis
Join us for our upcoming live course on May 31st, 2025 where we'll cover more differential diagnoses like these. Visit the website link in the show notes for more information and to reserve your spot.
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We tackle three common orthopedic questions submitted through YouTube, Facebook, and podcast emails. From diagnostic challenges to treatment options, these Q&As provide practical guidance for patients experiencing hip, foot, and knee conditions.
• Young adults with hip pain that mimics arthritis might actually have labral tears or femoral acetabular impingement requiring MR arthrogram for diagnosis • Morton's neuroma and metatarsalgia can coexist because they share common causes like calf tightness and forefoot pressure • Metatarsalgia encompasses several diagnoses including sesamoiditis, capsulitis, and plantar plate tears • Morton's neuroma typically causes paresthesia in the third/fourth toes with sharp, shocking pain • Treatment for foot conditions includes orthotics, stretching, metatarsal pads and intrinsic strengthening • ACL tears won't heal themselves, but some patients can function well without surgical repair • Secondary restraints (menisci, capsule, muscles) significantly influence knee stability after ACL injury • Non-athletes and those avoiding cutting/pivoting sports are better candidates for non-surgical ACL management
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We explore the final stages of rehabilitation for quadriceps and patellar tendon repairs, focusing on the progression from 12 weeks post-operation to full functional recovery. This episode completes our four-part series on tendon repair rehabilitation with practical guidance for therapists and patients navigating the return to higher-level activities.
• By 12 weeks, patients should have nearly full knee range of motion and natural gait on level surfaces • Continue avoiding high-impact activities and forceful eccentric contractions • Progress balance training from double to single leg, stable to unstable surfaces • Advance cardiovascular training with stationary bike and elliptical • Implement forward, backward and lateral walking with resistance for gait training • Begin closed chain quad exercises with mini squats up to 70° knee flexion • Carefully progress core exercises considering tension on the extensor mechanism • Transition to higher activities around 4 months when meeting specific functional criteria • Work on deceleration activities and controlled change of direction • Progress from assisted hopping to full body weight jumping activities • Take a more conservative approach with smokers or less active patients • Be aware that quinolone antibiotics increase rupture risk during rehabilitation
If you're listening before May 31st, 2025 and interested in my upcoming live shoulder course in Auburn, Maine, check out the agenda on my website through the link in the show notes.
Discover the essential steps for recovering from quadriceps and patella tendon surgery within the pivotal 6 to 12-week mark. We focus on the importance of actively working towards range-of-motion improvement while engaging in tailored exercises to enhance strength and stability.
• Discusses the importance of early rehabilitation steps post-surgery • Highlights targeted exercises to enhance range of motion and strength • Emphasizes the significance of confidence building during recovery • Explores the role of blood flow restriction training in rehab and much more!
This episode focuses on the critical rehabilitation period for quadriceps and patellar tendon repairs from two to six weeks post-surgery. We explore individualized care strategies, precautions, and core exercises to optimize recovery. • Importance of individualized rehab strategies • Managing precautions during recovery • Techniques to regain range of motion • Role of blood flow restriction training in rehab • Recommended exercises for knee strength and flexibility • Strategies for patient monitoring and feedback
The podcast episode focuses on the first two weeks following quadriceps and patella tendon repairs, providing essential strategies for managing recovery. Emphasis is placed on avoiding complications, proper bracing techniques, and establishing patient confidence during the rehabilitation process.
• Discusses the importance of early management in recovery • Highlights strategies for controlling swelling and promoting circulation • Explains the necessity of using a dial brace locked in full extension • Offers guidelines on maintaining limited range of motion • Provides exercise recommendations to activate muscles and aid recovery • Addresses pain management and appropriate modalities • Stresses the importance of building patient confidence post-surgery • Previews future discussions on rehabilitation progress and strategies
This episode explores sural nerve entrapment, its causes, symptoms, and effective treatment strategies. We discuss how to differentiate it from lumbar nerve issues, providing insights that can benefit both healthcare professionals and patients alike.
• Overview of sural nerve anatomy and function • Common causes of sural nerve entrapment • Key symptoms associated with entrapment • Strategies for differentiating from lumbar nerve compression • Treatment options focusing on conservative approaches • Importance of patient activity and lifestyle considerations • Recommendations for effective neurodynamic exercises • Encouragement to broaden perspectives on lower leg pain evaluation and treatment
Haglund's deformity and subcutaneous calcaneal bursitis are two prevalent yet distinct conditions that can cause heel pain. Understanding their anatomy, differences, and treatment strategies offers listeners a clear path to find relief and improve their quality of life.
• Overview of Haglund's deformity and subcutaneous calcaneal bursitis • Anatomical structures involved in the posterior heel • Symptoms distinguishing Haglund's deformity from bursitis • Treatment strategies for both conditions • Importance of footwear choice and techniques • Managing pain and inflammation effectively • Role of stretching and physical therapy in recovery
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Say "Hello" to RangeMaster, our new show sponsor. 👉Get your FREE BlueRanger Pulley: email Jim@myrangemaster.com and enter Ortho Eval Pal in the Subject line.
Say "Hello" to RangeMaster, our new show sponsor. 👉Get your FREE BlueRanger Pulley: email Jim@myrangemaster.com and enter Ortho Eval Pal in the Subject line.
Say "Hello" to RangeMaster, our new show sponsor. 👉Get your FREE BlueRanger Pulley: email Jim@myrangemaster.com and enter Ortho Eval Pal in the Subject line.
Say "Hello" to RangeMaster, our new show sponsor. 👉Get your FREE BlueRanger Pulley: email Jim@myrangemaster.com and enter Ortho Eval Pal in the Subject line.
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In this episode, I talk about an Unusual Patient Presentation of Neck and Shoulder Pain in a 16 y/o athlete. I... -Review the patient’s signs and symptoms
-Discuss previous treatments
-Talk about why I decided not to treat her and so much more!
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In today's interview, I chat with special guest, Scott Giles from Scorebuilders. Scott and I talk about... -His contribution to the world of Physical Therapy.
-How and why Scott started Scorebuilders
-How to “jumpstart” your career as a physical therapist and so much more!
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-A case presentation of a patient having difficulty obtaining active extension after ACLR
-Causes of knee extensor lag (passive and active)
-Rehab tips to maximize quad contractibility and knee extension and so much more!
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In today's episode called Rehab Considerations After Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, I talk about... -What patients should expect after ACDF.
-Post-op road blocks.
-Understanding what to do and not do after surgery.
-Treatment tips at different stages and so much more!
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In Episode 351 Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion with Dr. Nicolas Arredondo (part 1) We talk about...
-Who is a candidate for ACDF?
-What the purpose of an ACDF is?
-Post-op complications
-The surgical procedure of ACDF and so much more!
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In today's episode I talk to you about Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome or Posterior Tibialis Tendinitis? I talk to you about... -The tarsal tunnel contents per se
-Special tests associated with TTS
-Differential diagnoses related to these two and...
-How treatment can be somewhat similar and so much more!
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-Signs and symptoms of golfer’s elbow and cubital tunnel syndrome.
-Differentiating between the two.
-Treatment tips for each.
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Today we are going to review how osteoarthritis of the hip and an L3 nerve root compression look alike.
We will…
-Discuss what subjective findings help us drive the direction of our evaluation.
-Review special tests specific to each diagnosis
-Discuss what to avoid when treating these diagnoses conservatively and so much more!
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In today's interview with John Doolittle from Kaatsu Global, Dr. Susie Lachowski-Glass and I chat with him about... -How John became part of the Kaatsu team. -How Kaatsu bfr is being utilized at the 2024 Olympics. -Why John uses Kaatsu blood flow restriction. -The population of people John has seen benefit from Kaatsu BFR training. -New term considerations for "Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training and so much more!
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✅How to use the BFRT devices safely and effectively
✅Practical applications for clients with specific programming considerations for all populations
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In today's episode, I answer a question from one of my YouTube followers. It's in regards to an ACL tear and he's asking if he should have it reconstructed or not. I discuss the pro's and con's of having a reconstruction, factors used in making that decision and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
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In today's show I bring to you a little focus on the Proximal Fibula and what exists there. I will discuss... -Anatomy surrounding the proximal fibular head.
-Differential diagnoses related to the proximal fibula.
-Management recommendations for lateral knee pain and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
I finally made it to Instagram. Stop by and check us out
Be sure to check out our 500+ videos on our YouTube Channel called Ortho Eval Pal with Paul Marquis #fibula #proximalfibula #physicaltherapy #orthopedics #podcasts #kneepain #lcl #lateralcollateralligament #kneeinjuries #sports #knee #orthoevalpal #strengthandconditioning #athletictraining #sportsinjuries
Today's special guest is Mark Callanen from Enovis and our topic today is Radial Pressure Wave Therapy. We discuss... ✅How RPW works ✅Diagnoses treated with RPW ✅What RPW should feel like ✅How to improve compliance with RPW ✅Differences between Radial Pressure Wave therapy Shockwave Therapy and so much more!
Would you like to connect with Mark? Here's his email: mark.callanen@enovis.com
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
I finally made it to Instagram. Stop by and check us out
Be sure to check out our 500+ videos on our YouTube Channel called Ortho Eval Pal with Paul Marquis #Rpw #radialpressurewave #shockwave #enovis #physicaltherapy #orthopedics #podcasts #sports #knee #orthoevalpal #strengthandconditioning #athletictraining #sportsinjuries
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
I finally made it to Instagram. Stop by and check us out
Be sure to check out our 500+ videos on our YouTube Channel called Ortho Eval Pal with Paul Marquis #physicaltherapy #orthopedics #podcasts #kneepain #mcl #medialcollateralligament #kneeinjuries #sports #knee #orthoevalpal #strengthandconditioning #athletictraining #sportsinjuries
-Several diagnoses that contribute to lateral foot pain.
-The differential diagnoses for several causes of lateral foot pain
-Tips to manage some of these diagnoses and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
Upright or Recumbent Stationary Bikes-Which One is Best?
-Pro’s and con’s of each type of bike.
-Which diagnoses are most appropriate for each bike.
-Talk about the importance of trialing a bike before buying one and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
Today's special guest is Dr. Laura Peaslee and we chat about all things bike fitting. -Injuries caused by poor bike fitting -Modifications for different orthopedic conditions -The process of how to do a bike fit and so much more!
Would you like to connect with Dr. Peaslee? Here's her info: Website: www.pursuitptbike.com
Email: laura@pursuitptbike.com
Phone: 207-200-7267
Instagram: @pursuitpt_bikefit
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
In today's episode called "Causes of Metatarsalgia" we will be discussing... -Anatomy related to the ball of the foot
-The various causes of metatarsalgia
-Contributors to some of these diagnoses and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) ✅Oh...did I mention that unlike custom orthotics, these will not break the bank!
-->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
Lumbar Radiculopathy Treatment. Today I discuss...
-The influence of insurance companies on our treatment decisions
-Conservative treatment strategies
-What to do when conservative treatment fails
-Who you should have on your team of providers
-Expediting surgical intervention when needed and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) -->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) -->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support when you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
In today's episode, Open Chain Knee Extension after ACLR I talk about... -what happens to the ACL after surgery
– anterior tibial translation during open kinetic chain extension
– rehab considerations after ACLR and so much more!
Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) -->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support but you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
In today's episode, Intra-articular ankle effusion we talk about... -What ankle effusion looks like -What may cause ankle effusion -Managing ankle effusion and so much more
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Meet our new sponsor: Tread Labs!! 👉I've been using Tread Labs with my patients and family for over 4 years. They are my favorite non-custom insoles. ✅Multiple arch heights ✅Several different removable top covers ✅ 3 arch types (Ramble, Pace and Dash) ✅Million mile guarantee on the arch ✅Movable metatarsal pads (S, M, L) -->Also check out their new line of sandals. Great to use when you need support but you're not wearing a shoe, sneaker or boot
Let's take a little turn and look at missed diagnoses that looked like other diagnoses as a way of learning about orthopedics. Today I talk to you about... · Why some diagnoses are missed.
· Patients who I have seen with missed diagnoses.
· Examples of some common and “not so common” missed diagnoses.
· Tips on what direction to take if you mis-diagnose a patient or come across a patient sent to you with a missed diagnosis.