The Rookie Physio Podcast
The podcast for students and new graduate physio's transitioning from university to life as a physio. Hosted by Nathan Mobbs experienced Physiotherapist and practice owner.
The Rookie Physio Podcast
Directional Preference Exercises
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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In today's episode we talk about directional preference exercises. It is an exercise which is performed in a specific direction e.g flexion or extension, has a positive impact on your patients symptoms and mechanical presentation. It's developed from the McKenzie method. We unpacking in what directional exercises are, how they work, how to identify them and giving you 3 real world examples. This one is a great episode if you are on placement or a new grad going into private practice.
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