Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes

29/09/2025 41 min Episodio 199
Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes

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Episode Synopsis

Episode 199: In this episode of the Inform Performance Podcast, Andy McDonald is joined by Jess Elis, founder of Rehab Code and one of the sharpest minds in elite sports medicine.
Elis earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy before pursuing a PhD and multiple board certifications in orthopedics and sports. His career spans leadership roles as Director of Physical Therapy at EXOS and later as Vice President of Player Health for the New York Knicks. With a career dedicated to blending science, ethics, and athlete welfare, Elis offers a unique perspective at the intersection of research and practice.
Topics Discussed:


Exploring Ethics in Sports


Themes from the Research


Communication and Consent


Team Data Strategy


Ethical Considerations in Testing


The Human Element in Data Collection


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Where you can find Jess Elis:


Rehab Code


LinkedIn


Instagram



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VALD Performance, makers of the Nordbord, Forceframe, ForeDecks and HumanTrak. VALD Performance systems are built with the high-performance practitioner in mind, translating traditionally lab-based technologies into engaging, quick, easy-to-use tools for daily testing, monitoring and training
Hytro: The world’s leading Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) wearable, designed to accelerate recovery and maximise athletic potential using Hytro BFR for Professional Sport. 

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