Send us a text The integrity of scientific research is under unprecedented pressure. In this eye-opening conversation, Senior Lecturer Sharmella Roopchand Martin reveals the alarming rise in research paper retractions—10,000 in the past year alone—and the shadowy industry that's emerged to exploit academic publishing demands. Discover the shocking world of "paper mills," businesses that guarantee publication for a price, offering everything from ghostwritten papers to fake peer reviews. These op...
May 23, 2025•51 min
Send us a text Ever felt underprepared in your professional role and wondered how to bridge that knowledge gap? Join us as esteemed expert Ruth Warner shares her transformative journey from feeling unprepared as a massage therapist in the early 80s to becoming a beacon of knowledge on massage therapy's intersection with pathology. Ruth passionately advocates for therapists to solidify their knowledge base, moving beyond the superficial safety net of doctor's notes. Her insights into the importan...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text What happens when the clinical application doesn't match the research results? Musculoskeletal specialist Ben Cormack joins us to explore this critical question and offers his invaluable insights into the world of therapeutic presence in clinical practice. We promise you'll uncover the gap between statistical effectiveness in studies and the real-world outcomes in practice. Dive into the exploration of randomized control trials, the magic of natural recovery, and the often-overloo...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Send us a text What happens when a therapist loses their way? Dr. Jesse Reynolds, a respected practitioner in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, faced this very dilemma. After adopting the persona of "Dr. Jess" to meet external expectations, he found himself burnt out and questioning his path. Together, we navigate his inspiring journey back to authenticity and how redefining therapeutic presence can prevent the emotional toll of burnout. Our conversation unfolds with a focus on the s...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text Can touch actually alleviate pain? Discover the groundbreaking insights from Pavel Goldstein, head of the Integrative Pain Laboratory at the University of Haifa's School of Public Health, as he unpacks the profound power of touch in pain management. Inspired by his personal experience during his wife's labor, Goldstein's research reveals how empathetic touch from partners can provide significant pain relief. Join us as we explore his compelling study with romantic couples, where s...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text Unlock the potential of placebo effects in clinical care with insights from our special guest, Guillaume Leonard, a leading physiotherapist and researcher. This episode promises a deep dive into how integrating placebos, especially within manual therapy and pain management, can enhance treatment outcomes when combined with active components. Guillaume discusses the ethical conundrums and the balancing act of setting realistic expectations without fostering false hopes, all while n...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text Can a simple therapeutic interaction release powerful chemicals in your brain like endorphins and oxytocin? Discover how the relationship between a therapist and client can turn an ordinary manual therapy session into a powerful healing experience. Join us as we sit down with Luana Colloca, professor at the University of Maryland and director of the Placebo Beyond Opinion Center, to unravel the profound effects of placebos in manual therapy. Luana takes us through the myriad ways ...
Jun 17, 2024•55 min
Send us a text Unlock the mysterious efficacy of placebos and their role in pain management as we host neuroscience professor and esteemed author Serge Marchand. Together, we unravel the power of patient-practitioner interactions, where empathy and positive reinforcement can significantly alter a patient's pain experience. Listen to how even the most seasoned professionals must navigate the fine line between science and empathy, and how this dance can redefine healing approaches across healthcar...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Send us a text Join us for a riveting journey through the landscape of trauma and healing, where Bethany Ranes Ph.D. and I navigate the mind's labyrinth following traumatic experiences. As a cognitive neuroscience research scientist with notable tenures at United Health Group and the US Army, Ranes lends her profound insights into the ways trauma shapes our physiological and psychological wellbeing. From the subtleties of microaggressions to the roar of chronic pain, our dialogue offers a fresh ...
Mar 30, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Send us a text Have you ever considered the profound impact that trauma has on the body and the mind, and how manual therapists can provide a beacon of hope for those struggling in its aftermath? We're honored to have Brian Trzaskos join us to shed light on the transformative power of trauma-informed care within manual therapy. Our discussion transcends the traditional view of trauma by focusing on the body’s nervous system and its response to both catastrophic and minor stressors, which can acc...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Send us a text In this episode I have the wonderful fortune of interviewing Hillary Allen, an endurance athlete and former client of mine. We talk about her experience surviving a near-fatal 150-foot fall while trail running. We discuss her road to recovery both physically and mentally, insights gained about being a process-driven versus performance-driven athlete, the value of community support, using writing and storytelling as therapy, and principles of resilience that helped her not only get...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Send us a text In this podcast we explore Mark and Amanda's origin stories and how they got into massage therapy. Did Mark fall into massage therapy after a drunken dare, was Amanda really convinced into it. Listen to find out. We also explore the evolution of massage therapy and education, public perception and acceptance of massage therapy, the future of massage therapy and what keeps them motivated and inspired! Support the show...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Sensory Approach to Manual Therap Jon Zahourek and I discuss pain, evolution, belonging and learning. Jon Z. has an incredible mind that floats from topic to topic with ease but is always profoundly intersting and captivating to listen to. Support the show
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Send us a text In this latest podcast with Michael Hamm, from Integrative Bodywork we dive once more into the conversation of 'Defining Massage Therapy'. I always love speaking with Michael. His heart felt communication and genuine love and passion for language make him an amazing guest. His insight into the converging/diverging nature of science was an absolute bullseye in our talk. I hope that podcast blooms like a flower in the back of your heart. Support the show...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Send us a text In this episode with Doug Nelson we get a little person in exploring his passion and discovery of massage therapy. We explore some of the difficulties of research within the massage therapy community and try to understand what it is that makes massage special. I hope you enjoy listening. Doug has been a very influential therapist, researcher and educator in the massage community for a long time and even if you don't know it, you have likely heard some of his wisdom passed on to yo...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Send us a text In this podcast with ABK, we delve into the idea of defining massage therapy and if that is something our industry is struggling with or needs. Ann Blair Kennedy has been a long time member of many influential massage organizations. You may not have known her before this podcast but if you are a massage therapist you have likely been influenced or impact day some of her research in our industry. She is a warm, open hearted human with a thirst for understanding and knowledge that h...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Send us a text I have known Amanda since our mid-teens and what she is doing with her work at https://www.amandarocheleau.com/ is some of the most important work I have come across in my 20 years of practice massage. If you have not had a chance to listen to her, take it now. Amanda is a registered social worker who specializes in teaching classes on dealing with burnout. Amanda shares her personal experience of going through a burnout in her 20s, which led her to become passionate about talking...
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Send us a text In this episode I speak with Benny Vaughn about what it's like to be in the industry for over 45 years now, how he has dealt with burn-out and what he does to stay motivated! Benny opens up and speaks about some of his past mental health struggles, how he has over come them, and what it's like being an interracially married African American man living in Texas. I am so grateful to Benny for his candour and willingness to share and be vulnerable with me and with us. Support the sho...
Jan 23, 2023•51 min
Send us a text Summary This transcript is a conversation between Troy and Rebecca, a professional mountain biker. They discuss Rebecca's experiences as a three-time Olympian and her journey in the sport, including the mental and emotional challenges she faced during competitions and throughout her career. The conversation covers topics such as dealing with stress, burnout, and the accumulation of life events (allostatic load), as well as the importance of having a sense of purpose. Rebecca share...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text In this episode I speak with Dr. Giulia Poerio , an ASMR specialist from the University of Essex. The discussion revolves around the concept of ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response), its triggers, physiological effects, and potential therapeutic applications, particularly in the context of manual therapy and massage. Some Key points discussed include: -Definition and explanation of ASMR, a tingling sensation triggered by certain stimuli like whispering, soft speaking, tappin...
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Send us a text Self-organization is a rule that is incredibly valuable to therapists as it relates to hands-on care and has significant benefits when addressed with exercise behaviour. Self-organizing collagen can become a patients best friend or worst enemy. When assessing injury repair, be it acute, sub-acute, chronic or rehabilitative, continuing to address the self-organizing cellular structures in the body becomes a vital aspect of care. Support the show...
Nov 24, 2021•17 min
Send us a text In this episode we go over the conversation that Dr. Giulia Poerio and I had about massage therapy and ASMR. I had to opportunity to discuss the potential relationship between ASMR and tactical stimulus as it relates to massage therapy. ASMR is a growing field of study and there are many possibilities for manual therapists to begin exploring touch and ASMR. I am excited to hear peoples feedback about this concept and any inspirations you get from it! Support the show...
Aug 07, 2021•18 min
Send us a text In this podcast we discuss the inflammation and repair process from acute to chronic pain. We also look at the tissue resilience in each phase and how manual therapy should be adjusted to reflect the tissue strength. I hope you all enjoy. Support the show
Jun 16, 2021•15 min
Send us a text Posture equals pain! Or does it? The idea that posture is one of the major driving forces behind chronic pain is very popular and trendy. It is an idea that the majority of practitioners still place a large degree of importance on. In this podcast we look into some of the research that is questioning this idea and its importance to chronic pain. Support the show...
May 03, 2021•17 min
Send us a text In this episode we discuss some of Gretchen Schmelzer 's work around learning and chronic pain. Highlighting the 3 basics of learning 'Urgency, Repetition, Association' as tools to help clients solve chronic pain. Support the show
Apr 07, 2021•13 min
Send us a text In this episode we update our understanding of the Pain Gate Theory and how synaptic behaviour can help reduce chronic pain. Understanding habituation, sensitization and adaptation is essential to long term recovery for clients experiencing chronic pain. Support the show
Mar 11, 2021•19 min
Send us a text Massage therapy is a therapeutic touch modality and the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems can be accessed via touch. There is the potential to stimulate a change in chronic pain via these systems and I hope that massage therapy can further explore the sciences behind this idea. Enjoy! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. ...
Feb 19, 2021•13 min
Send us a text Fascia is a complex, evolving and often times frustrating tissue. It has become a buzzword for marketing in massage therapy and other disciplines and yet science rarely justifies the explanations, treatments and benefits of care. How do massage therapists reconcile the struggle between the information available and the treatments being offered? The puzzle is what we look to discuss today. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains a...
Feb 19, 2021•12 min
Send us a text Chronic pain and our understanding of it is often outdated and poorly understood. Wether it is low back pain, arthritis or an old injury pain science has evolved and massage therapy care should evolve with it. Take the time to understand more about pain and see how it can improve your client outcomes. If you are looking for the science and research behind how pain has evolved and adaptations that therapists should be incorporating you can go to www.sensoryapproach.com to take my o...
Feb 19, 2021•15 min
Send us a text The skin is often over looked by massage therapists. It is the largest sensing organ yet is rarely addressed, treated, evaluated or talked about with therapists or clients. This needs to change. Take time to study the skin and see how it can improve your client outcomes. If you are looking for the science and research behind how the skin impacts the brain go to www.sensoryapproach.com to take my online class. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer:...
Feb 19, 2021•11 min
