Running Injuries w/ Luke Nelson #124

21/09/2025 1h 28min Temporada 2 Episodio 124

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Find Luke: https://www.instagram.com/sportschiroluke/Luke is a titled Sports & Exercise Chiropractor, Running Coach, and Strength Coach with over 20 years of experience in private practice in Melbourne. He has lectured extensively across Australia and internationally on sports injuries, with a focus on running-related topics. As an avid fitness enthusiast, Luke has completed 11 marathons, an ultra-marathon, and two Ironman triathlons. In recognition of his expertise, Luke was awarded Fellowship status by the Australasian Institute of Chiropractic Education in 2019, inducted as a Fellow of the Australian Sports Medicine Federation in 2024, and honoured as the 2022 ACA Chiropractor of the Year for his contributions to the profession.Luke NelsonSports & Exercise ChiropractorDirector Health & High PerformanceB App Sci (Clin Sci.)/B Chiro Sci, ICCSP, Postgrad.Dip.Sport Chiro, M.Sport.Sci, ASCA Lev 1, FAICE, FASMFw. https://www.healthhp.com.au/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Podiatry and Chiropractic Practices00:58 Evolving Perspectives in Healthcare03:36 The Journey of a Chiropractor06:47 The Role of Social Media in Healthcare09:32 Strength Training and Injury Prevention12:37 Plyometrics in Running Training15:24 Individualized Training Approaches18:34 Managing Tendon Injuries21:11 Patient Education and Communication29:06 Effective Communication in Consultations33:14 Understanding Running Programming40:23 Assessment Techniques for Runners47:14 The Importance of Strength Assessment53:47 Managing Bone Stress Injuries01:01:24 Reflecting on Gratitude and Perspective01:01:48 Foot Strike Patterns and Gait Interventions01:04:59 Sustaining Changes in Running Technique01:06:35 Programming for Return to Running01:10:57 Adding Intensity to Training01:11:59 Managing Pain and Progressing Training01:16:52 Mechanical Interventions in Running01:20:03 Favorite Running Shoes and Recommendations01:23:09 Interviewing the Greats and Research Aspirations01:27:06 Future Endeavors and Closing Thoughts TakeawaysThe breakdown of traditional silos in healthcare is beneficial for patient care.Interdisciplinary collaboration leads to better treatment outcomes.Social media can enhance the dissemination of healthcare knowledge.Strength training is crucial for injury prevention in runners.Plyometrics can improve performance and aid in rehabilitation.Patient education is essential for effective treatment.Understanding patient goals helps tailor treatment plans.Assessment techniques are vital for identifying issues in runners.Research translation is important for evidence-based practice.Healthcare professionals should continuously evolve their practices. Strength parameters should be assessed in context, not isolation.The act of doing training is more important than just numbers.Weakness can be a precursor to injuries, but it's not the only factor.Criteria-based rehabilitation is often more effective than time-based.Managing bone stress injuries requires careful progression and monitoring.Runners often need mental support when facing injuries.Foot strike patterns should be assessed but not always changed.Easy running builds the foundation; speed work enhances performance.Individualized programming is crucial for effective rehabilitation.The future of injury prevention research is multifactorial and complex.

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