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Listen to physios, researchers, students, and patients as they unpack new research and share experiences that inspire learning, reflection, and better practice across the profession.
Episode #8
Are you a physiotherapist working in private practice or thinking about going independent? In this episode, Katie Knapton, Chair of Physio First, explains how their membership organisation supports independent physiotherapists with professional guidance, networking, mentorship, and business resources.
Discover how Physio First can help you:
Access validated support and expert advice for your private practice
Navigate the challenges of working independently
Understand the essential skills that make a difference in patient care
Learn about new services and resources, including the revamped Essential Guide
Whether you’re a newly qualified physio or an experienced practitioner, this episode shows how Physio First empowers physiotherapists to succeed without compromising quality care.
Join the Physio First community today and get the support you need to thrive in private practice!
Website: www.physiofirst.org.uk
Instagram: @physiofirstorg
Email: info@hq.physiofirst.org.uk
Episode #7
In this episode, we explore the role of mentorship in physiotherapy and why support, clarity, and community are essential for long-term career growth.
Kristian Weaver shares insights from clinical practice, academia, and coaching, discussing why so many physios consider leaving the profession, how goal-setting and self-reflection shape confidence, and why mentorship can be the difference between burnout and progression.
This conversation is especially relevant for students, early-career physios, and clinicians feeling stuck or unsupported, offering practical advice on leadership development, imposter syndrome, and building a sustainable career beyond the clinic.
🔗 Follow Kristian: @kristian_coach | www.skool.com/kristian
Episode #6
Join us as we dive into balance training, exercise prescription, and the Wobble Balance app — designed to help students, new physios, and early-career clinicians prescribe smarter, assess better, and improve patient outcomes.
Learn why generic exercises aren’t enough, how to use outcome measures, and why understanding the ICF framework can make all the difference in your practice.
Whether you’re on placement, just graduated, or looking to level up your clinical reasoning, this video breaks down practical tips, real-world examples, and the science behind balance training — all inspired by the Wobble Balance app.
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Episode #5
In this episode, we’re joined by Tom Astley, a sports physiotherapist with experience in private practice, elite and amateur sport, and the NHS. They discuss what sets sports physiotherapy apart from general musculoskeletal practice.
Topics include Tom’s journey from the NHS to sports physio, return-to-play decision making, managing coaches’ expectations, structured rehab, exercise prescription, and sport-specific demands. They also cover private vs NHS practice, key skills for aspiring sports physios, and the importance of communication.
Perfect for students, clinicians moving into sport, or anyone curious about sports rehab.
Episode #4
From Greece to the NHS: A Physiotherapist’s Career Journey with Alex Mouzakitis
In this episode, Alex shares his career path from studying physiotherapy in Greece to building his career in the UK NHS. We discuss his experience entering Band 5 and Band 6 roles, discovering new clinical passions through rotations, working in ICU during the pandemic, and eventually moving into a Band 7 specialist role and higher education. Alex also opens up about imposter syndrome and offers practical advice for physio students and new graduates starting their careers.
Episode #3
In this episode, we chat with Genevieve Tawiah, a performing arts physio who specialises in voice and MSK care. We talk about how she found her way into the performing arts world, balancing life as an early-career physio, and the skills that really matter when working with patients. Perfect for physio students, new grads, or anyone curious about the performing arts side of healthcare
Instagram @tawiahphysio
Email info@tawiahphysio.co.uk
Website www.tawiahphysio.co.uk
Episode #2
In this eye-opening episode, psychologist Phil Reed joins us to reveal the hidden barriers stopping women from accessing and benefiting from pelvic health physiotherapy.
We dive into the real reasons patients don't attend, how trauma, anxiety, and life pressures impact recovery, and the powerful changes services can make to boost engagement.
Phil also shares groundbreaking work on the new Health Justice Partnership, helping women access legal support directly through NHS services.
If you’re a physio, healthcare professional, or simply interested in women’s health, this episode is packed with insights that can transform patient care.
Episode #1
In this insightful episode, we sit down with a patient who openly shares her personal journey through NHS physiotherapy — from the challenges of recovery to the emotional and psychological aspects that often go unseen.
This honest and thoughtful conversation sheds light on what truly matters during the physiotherapy journey — beyond exercises and appointments — and how better communication and compassion can transform the healing process.