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Is RPE an Effective Tool for Measuring Fatigue?
A recent study examined the validity of using RPE to assess muscle fatigue
Mar 20, 20231 min read


How Accurate Are We at Predicting Failure When Resistance Training?
A recent recent study investigated the RIR prediction accuracy estimates across multiple studies of differing populations and conditions
Mar 17, 20231 min read


Does the Load Matter For Stimulating Hypertrophy?
A recent study assessed the effect of lifting until failure with low, moderate, and high loads on muscle hypertrophy and muscle strength
Mar 16, 20232 min read


Is Repetition in Reserve a Reliable Strategy for Prescribing Exercise?
A recent study investigated whether RIR can be used as a reliable tool to prescribe load for two commonly used strength exercises
Mar 15, 20232 min read


How Much Exercise is Needed for Hypertrpophy?
A recent systematic review analyzed training programs with different rep schemes and training frequencies
Mar 14, 20232 min read


Does Scapula Dyskinesia Matter?
A recent study assessed the association between changes in pain or function with changes in scapula movement
Mar 13, 20232 min read


Exercise is Vital for Glycemic Control
A recent study covers baseline recommendations and goals to help people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes.
Mar 10, 20232 min read


How Your Gut Health May Effect Your Exercise Capacity
A recent paper highlights current evidence exploring the relationship between the gut microbiota and exercise (primarily aerobic).
Mar 9, 20232 min read


Ratings of Perceived Exertion Are Susceptible to Anchors
A recent study assessed two ways of anchoring the upper limit and how they affect perceived effort.
Mar 8, 20231 min read


Are Diagnostic Labels Harmful?
a recent study that examined the effects of diagnostic labels and advice.
Mar 7, 20233 min read


Does CPG Adherence Improve Outcomes?
A recent study examined the adherence of physical therapists to recommended treatments within the Neck CPG
Mar 6, 20233 min read


Podcast Review: February 2023
Every week I published podcast episodes where I provide more details and clinical takeaways from each article I summarize on the blog....
Mar 4, 20231 min read


What is the Right Dose of Exercise in Physical Therapy?
A recent perspective assesses blending rehabilitation with strength and conditioning principles.
Mar 3, 20231 min read


When Should You Worry About Protecting the Low Back?
A recent study assessed the relationship between one’s LBP and movement and posture.
Mar 1, 20231 min read


How Can Clinicians Navigate Uncertainty?
A recent paper provides strategies for clinicians to better navigate uncertainty.
Feb 28, 20231 min read


How to Improve Clinical Decision Making
In my recent perspective, I discuss the use of heuristics and bias in physical therapy practice.
Feb 27, 20231 min read


Is Tailored Exercise Necessary Post-COVID-19?
A recent trial evaluated the effectiveness of a tailored exercise program for Post-COVID-19.
Feb 24, 20231 min read


How Much Treatment is Needed for Chronic Low Back Pain?
a recent study that assessed the effectiveness of using low-dose primary care biopsychosocial interventions for chronic low back pain.
Feb 22, 20232 min read


How Much Aerobic Exercise Is Needed to Reduce Hypertension?
A recent study assessed the effects of aerobic training with and without progression on blood pressure
Feb 21, 20231 min read


What is the Best Treatment For Insertional Achilles Pain?
A recent study assessed the clinical effectiveness of various non-surgical treatments for insertional Achilles tendinopathy
Feb 20, 20231 min read
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