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The Ask Mike Reinold Show

Answering all your physical therapy, fitness, strength and conditioning, sports performance, and career advice questions. Join me, Lenny Macrina, Dave Tilley, Dan Pope, Mike Scaduto, Lisa Russell, Kevin Coughlin, Diwesh Poudyal, and others from my team at Champion Physical Therapy and Performance in Boston, MA and learn how we help people feel better, move better, and perform better. Ask your questions at http://mikereinold.com/askmikereinold.

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22:55

Ranking the Top Patellar Tendon Exercises by Tendon...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/04/09

We all have our favorite "go-to" exercises for patellar tendinopathy. For years, the single-leg decline squat has been the gold standard, often introduced early in rehabilitation to target the tendon. But what if I told you that this specific exercise actually places more load on the patellar tendon than running or double-leg jumping?A massive new study just analyzed 35 common rehabilitation exercises—from step-ups to plyometrics—and ranked them based on actual biomechanical load. The

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21:57

Using ChatGPT and AI in Physical Therapy

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/03/19

The use of ChatGPT and other AI models has exploded in recent years, and you're starting to see this in most professions, including the medical profession.We've been using AI quite a bit at Champion for a variety of things and wanted to share our experiences. We go over some of the use cases as well as different models that we've tried with varying successWe do think you should be using AI. It's an opportunity for growth.We dig into how AI actually helps us treat, teach, and stay

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20:50

Should Adults Lift for Less than 5 Reps Per Set? -...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/03/05

Mike Boyle had a great discussion on Instagram several weeks ago about adults lifting to failure and using low rep schemes.It sparked a lot of arguments among people about which approach is best and whether there's always an answer to this question.We discuss whether adults should lift to failure on low-rep schemes in this week's episode. We'll go over what we do at Champion, how we mostly agree with this, and why we may work low reps for a very certain population for a specific

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18:28

ACLR + LET: Overkill or the New Gold Standard? - #AMR381

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/02/19

Surgeons are adding more lateral extra-articular procedures to ACL reconstructions, especially in young cutting and pivoting athletes. On paper, it sounds great—tighten up the anterolateral side, improve stability, protect the graft. But what does that actually mean for clinical outcomes and for how we manage rehab?A new Level 1 systematic review and meta-analysis just pulled together the randomized trials comparing isolated ACL reconstruction to ACL reconstruction plus a lateral extra-articular

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78:54

10 Year Anniversary Episode - #AMR380

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/02/05

Wow, I can't believe it's been 10 years!It truly is an honor to be able to host a live episode celebrating the 10-year anniversary of our podcast. Thank you so much for listening all these years!In this episode, we'll answer live questions from an audience of listeners, reflect on some of our favorite moments of the podcast, and give out some prizes and special discounts to all the listeners!Special thanks to our amazing friends from Ancore, SmartCuffs, Suji, SportGrips, and mTrigger

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15:00

Should Every ACL Get E-Stim? What the New NMES...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/01/22

Quadriceps shutdown after ACL reconstruction is one of the biggest barriers we see in the clinic. Even with modern surgical techniques and “aggressive” rehab, too many athletes struggle to get their quad strength back, and that deficit shows up later in gait, loading, and confidence on the field.A new systematic review and meta-analysis just took a fresh look at neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) as an adjunct to ACL rehab. Does adding NMES actually move the needle on quad strength? Does

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17:07

Hamstring Exercises after PCL and Meniscus Surgery -...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2026/01/08

There is substantial variability in rehabilitation protocols following PCL and meniscus repair surgery. There is often a conservative period where we minimize or avoid hamstring activity.Biomechanical studies show that hamstring activity can increase posterior translation of the tibiofemoral joint and potentially put stress on a healing meniscus repair.In this episode, we discuss the science behind this and how we integrate hamstring exercises into our rehabilitation protocols for these patients.To

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20:20

How Much Time Off Should You Take From Throwing After...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/12/18

Baseball injuries continue to rise at an alarming rate. Over the years, we have seen the development of more advanced training velocity programs and pitchers that are focused on enhancing their performance during the offseason.This has led to a variety of development programs being performed over the offseason, which takes away from downtime and allows the body to heal after a long competitive season.In this episode, we talk about some of the science behind why you should take time off from

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18:17

Using Blood Flow Restriction to Neuromodulate Pain...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/12/04

Blood flow restriction training is gaining popularity, and new research continues to show benefits and potential new uses.We review a brand-new randomized trial examining a brief BFR session before exercise in patients with knee pain. The question: Can a quick change before you even start your main work meaningfully alter pain during the session that follows? The results nudged us to rethink how we open visits for athletes with anterior knee pain. Want the exact setup—and when it’s worth

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18:52

Practice Guidelines for Patellofemoral Pain - #AMR375

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/11/20

If you treat a lot of knee pain, this week’s episode is for you.We review a new best-practice guide for patellofemoral pain that pulls together research, patient voices, and expert reasoning into one playbook. But here’s the twist: when you blend the data with what patients actually want and what clinicians really do, one deceptively simple priority rises to the top - something many of us already use, but probably not the way this paper suggests.I know we are changing what we do at Champion. Curious

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15:29

What to Do When an Athlete Passes Objective Testing...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/11/06

Returning to sport after an injury is always a challenge. In the profession, a lot of attention has been given to objective testing to determine when and how to progress athletes. This has been a significant evolution that will definitely improve outcomes.But what do you do when an athlete passes objective testing but not psychological readiness testing?We talk about what we do in this week’s podcast episode.To see full show notes and more, head to:

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13:41

How to Differentiate Between Hip and Low Back Pain -...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/10/23

There is no doubt that back and hip pain are often linked and sometimes confusing to diagnose. But sometimes it's hard to differentiate the two, and what may be the underlying cause versus the symptoms.We discuss in this week’s podcast episode.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/how-to-differentiate-between-hip-and-low-back-pain/ Click Here to View My Online CoursesWant to learn more from me? I have a variety of online courses on my website!Disclaimer: This post

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20:35

Are the Outcomes Really the Same Between Nonoperative...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/10/09

A meta-analysis was recently published, suggesting that outcomes may be the same between nonoperative and surgical reconstruction after ACL injury. Clearly, social media has been buzzing. But are outcomes really the same? We discuss this in this episode.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/are-the-outcomes-really-the-same-between-nonoperative-and-surgical-treatment-of-acl-injuries/ Click Here to View My Online CoursesWant to learn more from me? I have a variety of

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19:40

Periodization of Strength Training After ACL...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/09/25

One of the most essential parts of ACL rehabilitation is regaining strength in the leg. Traditionally, rehab specialists have been guilty of underloading people during the rehabilitation of these injuries.Ah, the old “3 sets of 10.”In this episode, we review a recent journal article that compares the outcomes of two different set and rep schemes during ACL rehabilitation.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/periodization-of-strength-training-after-acl-reconstruction/

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17:43

How to Progress Rehabilitation Following Hamstring...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/09/11

Hamstring strains continue to rise in sports. As we continue to learn more, the evolution of our rehabilitation programs has also evolved.Here are our current thoughts on how fast to progress athletes back to sports after a hamstring strain.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/how-to-progress-rehabilitation-following-hamstring-strains/----------Want to learn a complete system to help people restore, optimize, and enhance their performance?Enrollment in my Champion

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12:06

When to Test Strength After a Rotator Cuff Repair -...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/08/28

Objective strength testing is always important to document progress and ensure that patients are ready for the next phase of rehabilitation.But, when do you start testing strength with a hand-held dynamometer after rotator cuff repair surgery?We discuss on this episode of the podcast.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/when-to-test-strength-after-a-rotator-cuff-repair/----------Want to learn a complete system to help people restore, optimize, and enhance their

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21:09

Evaluation and Treatment of Low Back Pain in Weight...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/08/14

Low back pain injuries are common in athletes, and often present differently than the typical orthopedic disc-related neurogenic pain.In this episode, we discuss a recent review article on the diagnosis and management of low back pain in athletes.It was nice to see this topic applied to a specific athletic population and include recommendations on treatment as well as evidence-based lifting modifications.To see full show notes and more, head to:

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22:25

Management of Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition - #AMR367

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/07/31

As we continue to learn more and more about arthrogenic muscle inhibition after ACL reconstruction surgery, we can continue to build better rehabilitation programs for our athletes.In this episode, the team discusses a recent review article on AMI and its impact on postoperative rehabilitation and return to sport decision-making.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/management-of-arthrogenic-muscle-inhibition/__________New Course - Rehabilitation of Athletic Low Back

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28:07

Does Strength Training Improve Running Performance? -...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/07/17

In this podcast, we review a recent article on the effect of strength training on running economy and performance.Many people have been advocating for incorporating more strength training into the routine of runners for some time. It’s nice to see research emerging to continue supporting this.A simple strength training program can improve running performance.To see full show notes and more, head to: https://mikereinold.com/does-strength-training-improve-running-performance/_____Save on my Rehab of

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17:06

How to Manage Persistent Swelling After ACL...

The Ask Mike Reinold Show ·

2025/07/03

Swelling and quadriceps muscle weakness are not uncommon after ACL reconstruction, and can even persist for several months.Athletes want to get back to running and eventually their sport as fast as they can. But sometimes using time-based criteria is not optimal.In this episode, we answer a question about whether an athlete should start running 5 months after an ACL reconstruction, even though they have persistent swelling and very low quad strength compared to the other limb.To see full show notes

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