BJSM Podcast

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BJSM Podcast

The British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) podcast offers the latest insights in sport and exercise medicine (SEM). Committed to advancing innovation, enhancing education, and translating knowledge into practice and policy, our podcast features dynamic debates on clinically relevant topics in the SEM field. Stay informed with expert discussions and cutting-edge information by subscribing or listening in your favourite podcast platform. Improve your understanding of sports medicine with the BJSM podcast, and visit the BMJ Group’s British Journal of Sports Medicine website - bjsm.bmj.com. BJSM podcast editing and production managed by: Jimmy Walsh. * The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice and it is not intended to function as a substitute for a healthcare practitioner’s judgement, patient care or treatment. The views expressed by contributors are those of the speakers. BMJ does not endorse any views or recommendations discussed or expressed on this podcast. Listeners should also be aware that professionals in the field may have different opinions. By listening to this podcast, listeners agree not to use its content as the basis for their own medical treatment or for the medical treatment of others.

  1. 24 FEB

    Microsurgical Tendon Debridement vs. Orthobiologics for Tendinopathy with Dr. Ashwin Rao. EP#568

    On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (X: @TheAMSSM), host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder, MD, is joined by Dr. Ashwin Rao, MD, to provide a preview of his main stage presentation about Microsurgical Tendon Debridement vs. Orthobiologics for Tendinopathy during the 2025 AMSSM Annual Meeting. Dr. Rao is board certified in family medicine and sports medicine, and is a Professor in UW School of Medicine's Department of Family Medicine. He is also a team physician for University of Washington Husky Athletics and a medical consultant for the Brooks Beast Middle Distance Track Club. He previously served as a team physician for the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks, Program Director of the UW Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, and Co-Chair of the Education Committee on the Board of Directors of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM). In-person and virtual attendance options are still available for the conference. Register to attend the 2025 AMSSM Annual Meeting at annualmeeting.amssm.org.

    33 min

  2. 7 FEB

    Guardian Caps and Sport-Related Concussion Risk in High School Football Players. EP# 567

    On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder, DO, is joined by Dr. Erin Hammer, MD, MPH, who received the Best Overall Research Award at the 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting in Baltimore, MD. The study focused on the use of Guardian Caps and whether they were associated with a lower risk of sport-related concussion (SRC) during practices and games among high school football players. In this conversation, Dr. Hammer discusses her award-winning research, which was recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, and also shares her personal advice for those looking to get more involved in scholarly research. Registration is now open for the 2025 AMSSM Annual Meeting in Kansas City, which takes place from April 22-27. Learn more and register now at annualmeeting.amssm.org.   Research Article Links The Association Between Guardian Cap Use During Practices and Sport-related Concussion Risk in High School American Football Players bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/4/257 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting Research Podium Presentations journals.lww.com/cjsportsmed/fulltext/2024/03000/2024_amssm_research_podium_presentations.11.aspx

    21 min

  3. 13 JAN

    We never evolved to exercise. Why exercise is not always effective medicine. EP#566

    In this podcast James Walsh talks to Chris Macdonald and Professor Daniel Leiberman they  dive into the lively discussion generated by this paper. They discuss the reasons why exercise is not effective medicine from an evolutionary perspective, the differences between effective and efficacious interventions, and how clinicians can adapt their approach to help their patients get the most out of exercise. Why exercise may never be effective medicine: an evolutionary perspective on the efficacy versus effectiveness of exercise in treating type 2 diabetes | British Journal of Sports Medicine

    40 min

  4. 20/12/2024

    Unraveling the Complexity of Hamstring Injuries: Live from Rome with SAMSA. EP#565

    In this episode, Dr Kyle Winik is joined by Adam Weir, Hans Tol, and Rod Whiteley, all actively involved in the Sport and exercise medicine field to discuss hamstring injuries and an approach to a challenging injury in practice. This was recorded live from the IOC 15th Advanced Team Physician Course, in Rome, Italy. Through the episode they discuss an approach to a patient with a hamstring injury but also tackle some important questions about if there are any ways to speed up or predict an accurate return to play.”

    15 min

  5. 13/12/2024

    BJSM PhD Academy Awards: Innovative approaches to running injury prevention. EP#564

    In this episode, Dr Brooke Patterson is joined by Dr Bas Vanhooren, an applied sport scientist and strength and conditioning specialist, and a national level athlete. They discuss the BJSM Academy award winning PhD on “Innovative approaches to injury prevention and performance enhancement in running: insights from PhD research on hamstring strengthening, running biomechanics and energetics, and wearable technology”. https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2024/10/21/bjsports-2024-109159.long This podcast forms a part of an ongoing series which aims to highlight the work of early career researchers, via the BJSM PhD Academy Awards, and in this series, we will also be asking the guests how they first got involved in research, why they decided to do a PhD, what they loved and what they found most challenging, and their career pathway or plans post-PhD. There are many ways to for clinicians to be involved in research, and we hope to highlight these along the way. Brooke also highlights a new exciting initiative – The Training and Career Development Network developed by the IOC Research Centres. https://ucalgary.ca/sport-injury-prevention-research-centre/ioc-research-centres-training-and-career-development-network

    32 min

  6. 15/11/2024

    Cancer and Exercise - Let’s beat it together. EP #563

    In this episode Dr Kyle Winik is joined by Dr Lervasen Pillay, a Sport and Exercise Physician who has a keen interest in Exercise and Cancer. Through the episode they discuss an approach to a patient battling cancer and try to give an approach to change the narrative that exercise can be used as a tool in cancer management.

    23 min

  7. 18/10/2024

    75 and still going strong - career reflections from Prof Lars Engebretson. EP#562

    In this podcast, we are joined by Professor Lars Engebretson. After 17 years, Lars has stepped down as the Head of Scientific Activities of the Medical and Scientific Department for the International Olympic Committee. In this episode Lars reflects on his achievements, career, and the future of sport and exercise medicine research. You can follow Professor Engebretson on Twitter/X here

    24 min

  8. 11/10/2024

    Sole Revolution: The Future of Running Shoes and Orthotics with Sports Podiatrist Damir Metljak. EP#561

    New-generation running shoes are being developed with the aim of enhancing an athlete's stride length and propulsion force. But what do podiatrists think about these innovative "super shoes"? In this podcast, Dr. Daniel Bastock explores this concept with Damir Metljak, a sports podiatrist based in Adelaide, South Australia. They discuss the biomechanical implications of these shoes, the potential for increased injury risk, and how to design the ideal orthotic to complement the unique characteristics of this footwear.

    28 min
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The British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) podcast offers the latest insights in sport and exercise medicine (SEM). Committed to advancing innovation, enhancing education, and translating knowledge into practice and policy, our podcast features dynamic debates on clinically relevant topics in the SEM field. Stay informed with expert discussions and cutting-edge information by subscribing or listening in your favourite podcast platform. Improve your understanding of sports medicine with the BJSM podcast, and visit the BMJ Group’s British Journal of Sports Medicine website - bjsm.bmj.com. BJSM podcast editing and production managed by: Jimmy Walsh. * The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice and it is not intended to function as a substitute for a healthcare practitioner’s judgement, patient care or treatment. The views expressed by contributors are those of the speakers. BMJ does not endorse any views or recommendations discussed or expressed on this podcast. Listeners should also be aware that professionals in the field may have different opinions. By listening to this podcast, listeners agree not to use its content as the basis for their own medical treatment or for the medical treatment of others.

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    BMJ Group
  • Years Active
    2009 - 2025
  • Episodes
    567
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