Mastering Polytrauma: Expert insights shared by Natascha Plani and Cikizwa Mafanya
Send us a textManaging patients with polytrauma presents unique challenges for physiotherapists. Trauma physiotherapists Natascha Plani and Cikizwa Mafanya share their insights on managing patients with polytrauma, focusing on pelvic and acetabular injuries. They discuss evidence-based approaches for rehabilitation during prolonged bed rest and strategies to successfully achieve functional independence prior to hospital discharge. Subscribe to Physiotherapy Trauma Talks for more expert discussions that will enhance your clinical practice. Podcast website: https://physiotherapytraumatalks.buzzsprout.com/2431934/episodes Book: Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy in Trauma: An Evidence-based Approach’ published by World Scientific: https://doi.org/10.1142/13509Support the show
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Trunk Trauma Part 3: Abdominal Injuries: Physiotherapy Interventions for Optimal Recovery
Send us a textIn this final episode of our three-part trunk trauma series, we explore the management of patients with abdominal trauma and the challenges it poses to rehabilitation. Whether you're a new graduate or experienced practitioner, this episode equips you with the knowledge to confidently and effectively treat these complex cases. Subscribe to Physiotherapy Trauma Talks for more insights into specialized trauma care. Podcast website: https://physiotherapytraumatalks.buzzsprout.comBook: Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy in Trauma: An Evidence-based Approach’ published by World Scientific: https://doi.org/10.1142/13509Support the show
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Trunk Trauma Part 2: Blunt Chest Injury and Physiotherapy with Prof Ceri Battle
Send us a textWhat happens when a traumatic fall leads to multiple broken ribs? How do physiotherapists determine which patients need immediate attention and which can safely go home? These questions drive Professor Ceri Battle's groundbreaking work in blunt chest trauma management. The first 72 hours post-injury represent the danger zone, where targeted physiotherapy interventions can prevent life-threatening complications. Whether you're a physiotherapy student, experienced clinician, or healthcare professional working with trauma patients, this episode offers practical insights into assessment tools, management techniques, and the evolving science of chest trauma recovery. Podcast website: https://physiotherapytraumatalks.buzzsprout.com Book: Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy in Trauma: An Evidence-based Approach’ published by World Scientific: https://doi.org/10.1142/13509Support the show
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Trunk Trauma Part 1: Penetrating Chest Injury and Physiotherapy
Send us a textThoracic trauma affects over 60% of trauma cases worldwide, with penetrating injuries presenting unique challenges. The damage to the thorax ranges from localized tissue injury in stab wounds to extensive internal devastation from high-velocity bullets that create shock waves and cavity formation throughout the chest. By understanding the pathophysiology of penetrating chest trauma and implementing evidence-based interventions, physiotherapists transform outcomes for these critically injured patients. Podcast website: https://physiotherapytraumatalks.buzzsprout.com Book: Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy in Trauma: An Evidence-based Approach’ published by World Scientific: https://doi.org/10.1142/13509 Support the show
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Burns Part 4: Insights from a Pediatric Burns Specialist with Eleonora Lozano
Send us a textEleonora Lozano, an experienced pediatric burn physiotherapist, shares her journey working with burned children at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital and Red Cross Children's Hospital, detailing the challenges and rewards of this specialized field.Link to paper discussed in this episode: https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/429/618 More resources on management of burns: ISBI Practice Guidelines | International Society for Burns InjuriesPodcast website: https://physiotherapytraumatalks.buzzsprout.comBook: Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy in Trauma: An Evidence-based Approach’ published by World Scientific: https://doi.org/10.1142/13509Support the show
In Physiotherapy Trauma Talks we discuss the key roles that physiotherapists and other healthcare practitioners play in the management and rehabilitation of patients with traumatic injury. Experts in trauma care offer their insights about in-hospital patient care and post-discharge follow up service delivery. New research in the field of trauma care and rehabilitation is shared to provide answers to your questions.
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