[Physio Discussed] From struggles to strides: mastering running injuries with Dr Rich Willy and Brad Beer

Introducing our new, longer form podcast, Physio Discussed, where 2 expert guests and our host explore everything you need to know about your favourite topics!

In this episode, we discuss running injuries and the running athlete. We explore: 

• Most challenging injuries to manage
• Importance of education and load management within treatment 
• Footwear and its role in the prevention and treatment of running injuries
• Screening for relative energy deficiency in sport (REDs)
• Bone stress injury in this population
• Role and limitations of current technology

Dr. Rich Willy is an Associate Professor in the School of Physical Therapy, University of Montana (Missoula, MT, USA) and the Director of the Montana Running Lab. He received his PhD in Biomechanics and Movement Science from the University of Delaware and his Masters of Physical Therapy from Ohio University. Dr. Willy has been a clinician for over 20 years specialising in the treatment of the injured runner. 

Brad Beer is known for his expertise in treating running and triathlon related injuries. A physiotherapist with over 17 years experience, Brad is an APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, Exercise Scientist, and former Head Physiotherapist for the Super League Triathlon Series.

Want to learn more about running injuries? Dr Rich Willy has done a brilliant Masterclass with us, called “Restoring load capacity in the injured runner” where he goes into further depth on this topic - https://physio.network/masterclass-willy

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Our host is @sarah.yule from Physio Network