From Worlds Greatest Athletes To Everyday People - The Evolving Science of Movement and Well-being with Dr Andrew Nealon ( PhD)

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by friend and colleague Dr Andrew Nealan.   Andrew is a married dad of 3, has a PhD in Physiotherapy and is the owner of Aspire Physio, a sports and musculoskeletal physio practice on the Central Coast.   Andrew has had an incredible career, as a senior team physio for Liverpool Football Club in the UK, head physio to Central Coast Mariners and the NSW Cricket team, and professional cricket team physio in both Hampshire in the UK and the Indian Cricket League.    Andew is extremely well respected by his peers and everyone in the medical fraternity. His teaching style and ability to explain difficult topics in simple ways will leave you with some useful nuggets to take away from this conversation.    In this episode, Shauna and Andrew discuss topics including: Early life: work experience, passion for sport, studying and becoming a physiotherapist  What is a physio and what do they actually do? Career journey: moving to the UK, working with cricketing teams Dream role at Liverpool FC, working with professional sportsmen in a high profile role Moving back to Australia, working with the Central Coast Mariners Opening up a small, at-home clinic which grew into a larger business with a team of 15 Different jobs and roles within the industry Who should see a physiotherapist and when? Back pain: what to do and what not to do What your scan really means Knee injuries: when to worry, when to not Tech-neck How to run safely: building fitness, adapting, wearing the right shoes Pain relief and recovery techniques Andrew's PhD thesis Andrew's personal medical journey A piece of advice for the listeners A piece of advice for his 20-something self   For more information and resources, or to get in touch with Andrew: Website: Aspire Physio Call the clinic on (02) 4380 8277   Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.   Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/_WH8TZUkCiU   Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

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