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Exercise selection can be confusing. There are so many exercises out there, how do we choose the one that’s right for us (or the person you’re trying to help)? During this episode I consider my thought process when considering exercise selection. Enjoy! This episodes featured pup is Presley. If you want adopt Presley, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/presley

Recently it appears like isometrics have made a comeback in the therapy and performance world! They have always been a part of my tool box, but as of late I’ve been using them more than ever.  During this episode I talk about the benefits and risks of performing isometrics. I outline the sets and rep ranges I use depending upon my goals and share how versatile they can be on the treatment table, in a rehab setting or at home. This episodes featured pup is Bruno. If you want adopt Octopus & Squid, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/bruno-1

Injuries are impossible to avoid, we are all going to get them.  During this episode I provide you with 10 tips to help you, the next time you encounter one. Enjoy!  This episodes featured pup are Octopus & Squid. If you want adopt Octopus & Squid, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/octopus-squid-bonded-pair

Your ribs is out, back is out, neck is out. What do you do? On this episode I discuss this topic and what may be happening. Enjoy!  This episodes featured pup is Barracuda. If you want adopt  Barracuda, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/barracuda-1

During this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Katrina Raney. Katrina is an Massage Therapist practicing in Brantford, Ontario in Canada.  During this episode Katrina talks about this past year, where she purchased an abandoned building and turned it into a Massage Clinic.  She answers all my questions while we re-live the entire process from day 1, to seeing her first patient in the space. If you are considering opening your own space you’ll want to listen to this episode. Enjoy! This episodes featured pup is Maverick. If you want adopt Maverick, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/maverick-2 Subscribe to The Concast - New episodes Friday at 9am EST * 🎧 Listen on - Anchor FM, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, YouTube, PocketCasts, RadioPublic, Overcast

Many people have nagging hip and shoulder pain.  Maybe there’s a clunk, maybe a feeling of instability, or maybe you just have pain that won’t go away.  On this episode I discuss the possibility, findings, symptoms and statergies around labral tears and how they may be injury, or pain, you’re struggling with.  This episodes featured pup is Tinkerbell. If you want adopt Tinkerbell, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit  https://www.hbspca.shop/products/tinkerbell-1

This past weekend I tried my first ever ultra marathon.  During this episode I discuss my training, nutrition, preparation and race day.  Did I finish? You’ll have to listen to find out. Enjoy! This episodes featured pup is Abbi. If you want adopt Abbi, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit  https://www.hbspca.shop/products/abbi-1

Tendon injuries are a painful, frustrating and reoccur frequently. During this episode I discuss exactly how I progress tendon loading  from week 1 through to weeks 12-14.  Throughout the episode, I also discuss the nuances at each phase and how modifications can be made. Enjoy! This episodes featured pup is Hippp. If you want adopt Hippo, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/hippo

Central canal low back stenosis is a condition that can affect people as they age.  As symptoms often affect both legs and are multi factorial, it can lead to increased frustration, as symptoms can become more difficult to manage around activities of daily living. During this episode I discuss the signs and symptoms, how it’s managed and how I approach it in a clinical setting. This episodes featured pup is Dyson. If you want adopt Dyson, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/dyson

Recently the ministry of health has proposed expanding the scope of practice of several healthcare providers. The purpose of this expansion is to reduce pressure on the healthcare system & improve patient care.  This expanded scope of practice proposal includes many healthcare providers. During this episode I discuss where Massage Therapists sit in this discussion.  This episodes featured pup is Meo. If you want adopt Meo, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://https://www.hbspca.shop/products/meo

During this episode, I had the pleasure of having a chat with  Steve Ferrell, his third time on the podcast. Steve is a yoga instructor, meditation facilitator, author and therapeutic counsellor from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Steve always provides so much knowledge as he did in episodes 123 & 53. This episode doesn’t disappoint. We covered a broad range of topics and I learned a lot as always.  For more of Steve check out the Zen Social Worker YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TimothyGordon This episodes featured pup is Sky. If you want adopt Sky, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/sky-1

This week’s episode continues our anatomy series talking about the boney, ligamentous and muscular anatomy of the elbow.  I also discuss nerves blood supply and interesting anatomical areas of the elbow. There’s never a bad time for anatomy review! This episodes featured Pups are Marigold & Sunny, a bonded pair. If you want adopt Marigold & Sunny, or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/daphne-sunny-bonded-pair

During this episode I talk about the lessons I’ve learned during 200 episodes of podcasting. I hope you enjoy.  Here’s to 200 more…..???  This episodes featured Pup is Freya. If you want adopt Freya, please reach out to me privately.

During this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Kaitlyn Kelly. Kaitlyn is a Massage Therapist practicing in Kitchener, Ontario in Canada.  Throughout our chat Kaitlyn discusses her career in Massage Therapy and rise to working with the Canadian Women’s U18 National Hockey Team.   Kaitlyn is also discusses her path to becoming a Massage Therapist to work alongside the varsity medical staff at the University of Laurier.  There is so much value in this conversation especially as it relates to sport and managing athletes. Enjoy!  This episodes featured Pup is Luke. If you want adopt Luke or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/luke-1

During this episode I talk about toe and foot injuries in running. While extremely common it’s often accepted by many that these injuries are a right of passage to running.  If not managed appropriately they can ruin a training program, race goal and even force runners to pull out of a race.  From blisters, to stress fractures, to the dreaded black toenail we cover it all in this episode! This episodes featured Pup is Aurora. If you want adopt Aurora or learn about all the great dogs the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA has up for adoption you can visit https://www.hbspca.shop/products/aurora-2 *Episode Reference* Schuster Brandt Frandsen J, Hulme A, Parner ET, et al. How much running is too much? Identifying high-risk running sessions in a 5200-person cohort study. Br J Sports Med. 2025;59(17):1203-1210. doi:10.1136/bjsports-2024-109380