The New Grad Physio Podcast

Beware of the 'Simple' Ankle Sprain

Beware of the 'simple' ankle sprain!This week's podcast episode might often your eyes as to what you might be missing when it comes to ankle injury rehab.Even minor ankle injuries can cause big issues in the future, if they are not managed correctly!Make sure you don't make the same mistake!!!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. In the episode I referred to some stats and facts around lateral ankles injuries.To read more check out these links...40% of people develop chronic ankle instability Repeated sprains and potential long-term and disabling conditions After an ankle sprain, reaction time is delayed.Evidence suggests that delaying rehab (>4 weeks) after the initial injury significantly increases risk of ankle instability later.A large study (195,000+ patients) found that among people with ankle sprain, a modest but significant proportion developed ankle OA over time.Structural changes to the ankle (inc joint/bony injury) are often evident on imaging, even after low-moderate grade lateral ankle sprains, suggesting tissue and joint changes happen earlier than might be assumed.PPS. Want to fast-track your ankle knowledge and skills to treat even the most trickiest of ankle injuries?Then head to newradphysio.com/membership to find out more about my programme and once inside I’ll signpost you to my special ankle injury module.

Knee Injury Webinar Takeaways

Miss my recent knee injury webinar?Don't worry!In this week's podcast I summarise all the key takeaways including...- Knee Anatomy (Why This Is Important To Knee Injury Diagnosis & Management)- Mechanisms of Injury Inc The Ones That You Might Not Expect- Special Testing- Knee Bracing Protocols - Early, Mid & Late Stage Knee Rehab Hope it helps!Andy BarkerThe New Grad PhysioPS. Want to access the replay for this knee injury masterclass webinar?Then head here to find out how.PPS. Got a questions?Feel free to email me directly (andy@newgradphysio.com) or DM me on my socials...InstagramFacebookLinkedIn

Understanding Pain & Injury

Pain and actual tissue injury are sometimes not all that well matched.Just because something is really painful does not mean a longer prognosis...Or an injury with little or no pain, does not always correlate to a minor injury.Pain is important... And it is something you need to manage with every patient you see.But why are some injuries much more painful than others, irrespective of actual tissue damage?Listen to this week's podcast to find out...Apple Podcasts SpotifyThe podcast is also available on all the usual platforms…Just search’ New Grad Physio Podcast.’Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. I'll be taking all about knee pain in next weeks's free webinar...MCL Knee Injury Masterclass.Monday 22nd September 2025.19:00-20:00 (BST).Register your free place right here.

Keep. It. Simple. Stupid

This is a great mindset to have as a new grad physio...That will not only keep you (and your patient's) safe...But help you simplify your assessments, treatments and rehab planning...To get consistent positive patient results...Well beyond your level of experience!Patient care need not be complex.Learn more in this week's podcast episode!Enjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. I'll be simplifying MCL injury management, including the assessment, treatment and rehab of these specific injuries, in my upcoming online MCL Knee Injury Masterclass.You can find out all the details and register your free place right here.PPS. Missed the show?The replay is available inside my new grad physio membership.Find out how to get access here.

MCL Knee Bracing & Rehab

Rehab for MCL (medial collateral ligament) knee injuries can (and should) start from Day 0!Yet most therapists don't do this...And it makes no sense why!Even in a brace, and even when the brace is locked, preventing any knee movement...There is so much you can do!Listen to this week's podcast episode to discover...My exact MCL (and LCL) bracing protocol (and why it is much shorter than most!)Early, Mid-Stage & End-Stage MCL Rehab Examples The Missing Link In MCL Rehab - Causing The Most Common End Stage Rehab IssuesEnjoy the show!Andy BarkerThe New Grad Physio MentorPS. In the podcast I talked through some of the specific rehab exercises I use for MCL injuries.You can check the videos of these exercises out here.