Coach Hos Podcast

Episode 53 of the “Coach Hos Podcast” we talked with Kate Sneddon, founder of Helios ACL project The Helios ACL Project: Empowering Athletes for Resilience and Recovery remotely! In this episode, we sit down with Late Sneddon a certified PT and CSCS, who embarked on the Helios ACL Project a year ago. Through this initiative, Kate remotely supports ACL athletes in various capacities, ranging from strength coaching alongside their physical therapist to fully virtual rehabilitation. In some cases, Kate takes over the athletes' return-to-sport phase after their insurance coverage ends. Tune in as Dr. Mike and I hear Kate share her insights into the mindset shift needed among athletes and parents, emphasizing the importance of resilience over speed in the recovery process. Discover why the ACL tear epidemic persists and why post-surgical outcomes often fall short of expectations. We delve into the critical role of testing in rehabilitation and why seeking expert care is paramount f

Episode 52 of the “Coach Hos Podcast” we talked with Dr. Trent Nessler, DPT owner of The Athlete Lab. 0-15 Update on Trent Nessler with the Athlete Lab. Reviewing Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) use in physical therapy for rehab and performance. Review of the science of BFR combined with the innovation and art behind treating patients for optimizing results. Combining BFR with endurance and high intensity work.  15-30 Achieving the hypoxic state for benefits with BFR. Understanding testosterone release benefits from BFR.  Avoiding delaying use of BFR. Combining hydration with BFR and training. Monitoring appropriate occlusion levels and understanding individual levels of occlusion with BFR, especially using the RockCuffs brand. BFR sounds scary, but the science behind it is very safe. 30-40 BFR accelerating the ability to come back faster and accelerate the healing process, motor unit recruitment, systemic effect of blood flow restriction contributing to these processes. Diving into the quad tendon graft for ACL

Episode 51 of the “Coach Hos Podcast” we have the honor to speaking with Coach Mike Boyle, MBSC https://youtu.be/P9MP7YGZOhc 0-5 Introduction of Mike Boyle . Should high school athletes turn back to sport between 6-9 months mark post operative ACL repair? The data is clear, earlier return, higher chance of re tearing. Understanding importance of the ability to decelerate. Not ready to return until athlete can decelerate under high force. The problem with "decel drills" being used and not testing an individual under running 100%. Interpreting the FLY 10 TEST. Looking at athlete's best vertical jump. 5-10 The single leg hop and triple leg hop test is antiquated and not practical. How physical therapy is going backwards as a profession with sports performance. Poor criteria for return to play. 10-15 Machine company pushing products and influencing rehab and training environments. Leg extensions are not as important as being implied. Plenty of functional exercises that will isolate the quads. The poor status

Episode 49 of the “Coach Hos Podcast” talking about the Reparel Sleeve with Josh Montgomery Show Notes 0-10: Introduction of Josh Montgomery from Reaprel Sleeves and how they work, the science behind the technology. 10-20: Research supporting the use and positive effects of Reparel sleeves as well as the current studies going on right now. The work towards clinically validating the results. What demographic can Reparel be used in? Total of 9 products that are being used amongst professional and collegiate teams, various uses of the sleeves. Reparel sleeves reducing deep level swelling. 20-25: How to know which products are good, Reparel vs. competitors. Durability of the sleeves. 25-30: Dr James Paci Director of Ortho and Sports Medicine with OrlinCohen in Suffolk County in Long Island has been using it in his practice for multiple years for multiple issues. His personal experience and success with using Reparel. 30-40: Reparel sleeves helping to reduce swelling post ACL injury and prepare for surgery.

Episode 48 of the “Coach Hos Podcast” Dr. Mike and I discuss "Silent Epidemic: Men's Pelvic Floor Health Under Scrutiny" and more with guest Nicole Schneck, DPT and clinic director at IvyRehab Horsham-South 0-10 Introduction to Dr. Nicole Schneck pelvic floor rehabilitation specialist, her background and education. Pelvic floor issues are commonly overlooked due to embarrassment of the condition. 10-20 Pelvic floor issues can affect males just as much as females. Pelvic floor issues can be resolved early with simple techniques and strategies before it progresses. Understanding healthy bowel habits. Pelvic health involves looking at the whole body. Signs and symptoms of pelvic floor issues. 20-30 What imaging would reveal for pelvic floor issues, exam findings. Pelvic floor issues in the younger population. 30-40 Pelvic floor issues in the middle aged population, postpartum mothers. Signs and symptoms that are most prevalent. Anxiety and stress being contributing factors. Every pregnant person is appropriate

Episode 47 of “The Coach Hos” Podcast w/ guest Dr. Pietropaoli Orthopedic Surgeon and owner of Victory Sports Medicine. 0-15 Introduction of Dr. Pietropaoli, background and how is he got into doing BEAR ACLs. 15-30 How many times can someone have an ACL surgery? Healing process of the ACL graft vs. BEAR process. The rehab process for the BEAR ACL initial 8 Weeks. Understanding the process of the graft maturation process, nerve fiber regeneration, proprioception and implications for return to activity. WHY 9 MONTH MARK NEEDS TO GO TO BED! Chances of re tear and arthritis post ACL. Can BEAR reduce arthritis in future years? 30-40 BEAR as first option surgery before graft? Building foundation for young athletes. CRITERIA required for passing return to play not just time! LightSpeed lift use for retraining running. Time frame for having surgery to heal ligament being 50 days post injury. ACL tears most likely aren’t all completely torn. 40-50 Post operative nutrition, hydration building movement foundation to

Episode 46 of “The Coach Hos” Podcast w/ Erica Suter, ES Performance Female Athlete Training. Dr. Mike and I discuss new research in female athletes ACL injuries, the importance of a YEAR ROUND strength training program, menstrual cycle myths debunked, and how many girls are downright LIED to about nutrition and their health is getting wrecked as a consequence.

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The 15 Minute Juice

The 15 Minute Juice

What is a “BEAR” (Bridge Enhanced ACL Restoration) ACL Implant, how is the procedure done, and the history behind the procedure. Plus, learn more on our Podcast with Dr. Sean Keyes on his background and the importance of POST-PT programming. 0-10 introduction of Dr. Sean Keyes, his background and what the BEAR implant is, how the procedure is done, history behind the BEAR procedure, impact of arthritic changes later in life in those who suffer ACL tears. 10-20 Understanding the challenge of long term efficacy of ACL repairs, future chances of re tearing, high risk factors, trade off of BEAR vs. native ACL grafts, understanding causes of re tears, same location or difference location “new injury”, underlying factor still is neuromuscular control, Post-PT programming 20-30 Dr. Keyes explains how BEAR ACL is still treated the same as native ACL graft procedure, importance of early knee extension, progression of gait training, importance of early range of motion, Dr. Keyes emphasizes the importance of POST-PT

Great conversation the other night with Army Neuroscientist and @crossfitgames competitor Allison Brager @docjockzzz We talked Sleep Recovery, Circadian Rhythm, Load Management, and the Mental Aspects of Athletes, in particular female athletes. The full podcast will be available soon on @itunes @spotify @spotifyforpodcasters 0-10 Introduction and background of Allison Brager as well as overview of ACL epidemic and youth/adolescent sport injury 10-20 Getting the right information infant of parents, athletes and coaches, sleep recovery and importance of rest balanced with workload 15-25 Tips for improved sleep quality, adolescent sleep requirements, barriers to current adolescent rest and recovery, research done by Allison at Brown University and stages of puberty affects on melatonin levels. 25-35 Allison’s background of pedigree from family of professional athletes and understanding athleticism and recovery, Foods that are good for sleep and recovery, proper options to eat before bed, disconnect of fo

Episode 18 of the “15 Minute Juice” Dr. Mike and I talked with Maka Lange, Head of Sales for DorsaVi We discuss the upgrade to the dorsaVI sensor wearable technology to new bluetooth sensors and ipad format. The new format allows for quicker testing and introduces the new "mini tests" allowing for smaller components of the testing to be done in stages, especially good for those not ready for certain movements post operatively. We discuss LSI and LQI and the implications of these metrics towards function and return to sport benchmarks. Sensor testing can be used by multiple professions including strength coaches to track progress. "The 15 Minute Juice". It will be a continuation of the podcast just in shorter clips, answering questions on physical therapy, rehabilitation, Return 2 Play after injury, training, and all things fitness. It's fast, it's concise, it’s informative, its's JUICY!!! Nutrabio code “GETJUICY” for 10% off MASSZYMES BiOptimizers code “JUICY” for 10% off

Episode 17 of the “15 Minute Juice” Dr. Mike and I talked with Mike Q and Rob Rabena We talked about their training facility in Newtown Square PA and how they are bridging the gap between physical therapy and sport’s performance. * In-season Training * Parent Education * ACL Rehab "The 15 Minute Juice". It will be a continuation of the podcast just in shorter clips, answering questions on physical therapy, rehabilitation, Return 2 Play after injury, training, and all things fitness. It's fast, it's concise, it’s informative, its's JUICY!!! Nutrabio code “GETJUICY” for 10% off MASSZYMES BiOptimizers code “JUICY” for 10% off

Episode 16 of the “15 Minute Juice” Dr. Mike and I had the absolute pleasure and honor to catch up w/ Dr. Dodson, orthopedic surgeon for the Philadelphia Eagles. We asked him his opinion on Return to Play for high school athletes, when should they be returning? * Latest research and technology * Why cadaver tendons aren’t popular anymore