Are you missing posterior shoulder instability in your evaluations? 🚩 While rare (only ~5-10% of cases), posterior dislocations and micro-instability are notoriously difficult to diagnose and are often mistaken for frozen shoulder. In this episode, Tim Tyler and Rob Shapiro are joined by Dr. Alex Volpi (Orthopedic Surgeon, Lenox Hill & Kerlan-Jobe alum) for a masterclass on the posterior shoulder. We break down the spectrum of injury—from the acute "locked" dislocation seen in trauma patients to the subtle micro-instability in offensive linemen and baseball players. In this video, we cover: ✅ The "Lightbulb Sign": The one X-ray finding you cannot miss. ✅ Special Testing: Demonstrating the clinical utility of the Kim Test and Jerk Test. ✅ Surgical Evolution: Why the Modified McLaughlin procedure is fading and how Humeral Head Allografts are restoring anatomy for Reverse Hill-Sachs lesions. ✅ Rehab Protocols: Specific sling positioning to avoid stressing the posterior labrum and timelines for return to play. 🚀 Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction & Dr. Alex Volpi Bio 08:30 - Posterior vs. Anterior Instability: What’s the difference? 12:50 - Mechanism of Injury: Seizures, Electrocution & Linebackers 21:15 - Clinical Exam: The Jerk Test & Kim Test Explained 34:50 - Case Study Review: Locked Posterior Dislocation 36:20 - Radiology Pearl: The "Lightbulb Sign" on X-Ray 38:30 - Surgery: Modified McLaughlin vs. Humeral Head Allograft 47:20 - Post-Op Rehab Guidelines & Sling Positioning 53:00 - Return to Sport Timelines 54:00 - Where to find Dr. Volpi 🔗 Resources & Links: Study Discussed: "Posterior Shoulder Instability: Spectrum of Presentation and Treatment" Visit our Website: https://www.professionalseminars.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @professionalseminars About the Podcast: The Sports Medicine Research Rundown bridges the gap between complex research and clinical practice. Hosted by Tim Tyler, we help physical therapists, athletic trainers, and surgeons cut through the noise to find evidence-based strategies that improve patient outcomes. #PhysicalTherapy #OrthopedicSurgery #ShoulderInstability #SportsMedicine #MedEd #PosteriorLabrum #RehabScience ========================================= **USEFUL LINKS** ========================================= *Grow your YouTube Channel with VidIQ* ➡︎ https://vidiq.com/proseminars *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/ *Courses* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/schedule *Blog* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/blog ========================================== **GET SOCIAL WITH US** ========================================== *Facebook* ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/ProfessionalSeminarsLTD/ *Instagram* ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/professionalseminars/ *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs1zBnFGEXEHa7KASPtSMQ *LinkedIn* ➡︎ https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/professional-seminars/ *Pinterest* ➡︎ https://www.pinterest.com/ProfessionalSeminars/ *Tik Tok* ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@professionalseminars *X.com (Twitter)* ➡︎ https://twitter.com/ProSeminarsLTD ======================================== **CHECK OUT OUR PODCASTS** ======================================== *IN THE MIND OF PODCAST* *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/podcast *YouTube* ➡︎ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5af-VI2gn1mvwgvTZ-6-wKR&si=j9KaY0BMxyW6saeg *Apple* ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-mind-of/id1508337827 *Spotify* ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/5maXs800b5nsu81b1B1lHl . . . . *THE SPORTS MEDICINE RESEARCH RUNDOWN* *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5YOL7_vlXOE50ZxSucNXAQQ *Spotify* ➡︎ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportmed-research-rundown ======================================= *DISCLAIMERS* ======================================= **These Videos are provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for appropriate medical treatment. Please consult your doctor or licensed physical therapist for an appropriate course of treatment** **Disclosure:* We may earn a commission if you purchase through the links in this video. This comes at no additional cost to you.**

Unlock tight hips and relieve deep pelvic tension with this precise manual therapy technique for the Iliacus muscle. In this episode of Technique Peek, Ben Gelfand demonstrates the proper protocol for an Iliacus Release. The Iliacus is often a hidden source of hip pain and restriction, yet it can be difficult to palpate correctly. Ben breaks down exactly how to locate the pelvic rim and ASIS to safely access the internal fossa of the innominate bone. In this video, you will learn: Landmark Palpation: How to "scoop" around the ASIS to find the correct muscle belly. Pressure & Duration: How much pressure to apply and the optimal hold time (10-30 seconds). Advanced Variation: How to utilize the Modified Thomas Test position to add tension to the psoas/iliopsoas tendon for a more comprehensive release. Whether you are a physical therapist, manual therapist, or bodyworker, mastering this release is essential for treating patients with hip flexion contractures or anterior hip pain. ⏱️ *Video Chapters:* 0:00 - Introduction & Palpation (ASIS/Pelvic Rim) 0:15 - Executing the Release (The "Scoop" Technique) 0:35 - Advanced Variation: Modified Thomas Test Position 0:55 - Summary & Conclusion 👇 Learn More & Connect: Subscribe for more manual therapy tips! ========================================= **USEFUL LINKS** ========================================= *Grow your YouTube Channel with VidIQ* ➡︎ https://vidiq.com/proseminars *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/ *Courses* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/schedule *Blog* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/blog ========================================== **GET SOCIAL WITH US** ========================================== *Facebook* ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/ProfessionalSeminarsLTD/ *Instagram* ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/professionalseminars/ *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs1zBnFGEXEHa7KASPtSMQ *LinkedIn* ➡︎ https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/professional-seminars/ *Pinterest* ➡︎ https://www.pinterest.com/ProfessionalSeminars/ *Tik Tok* ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@professionalseminars *X.com (Twitter)* ➡︎ https://twitter.com/ProSeminarsLTD ======================================== **CHECK OUT OUR PODCASTS** ======================================== *IN THE MIND OF PODCAST* *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/podcast *YouTube* ➡︎ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5af-VI2gn1mvwgvTZ-6-wKR&si=j9KaY0BMxyW6saeg *Apple* ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-mind-of/id1508337827 *Spotify* ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/5maXs800b5nsu81b1B1lHl . . . . *THE SPORTS MEDICINE RESEARCH RUNDOWN* *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5YOL7_vlXOE50ZxSucNXAQQ *Spotify* ➡︎ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportmed-research-rundown ======================================= *DISCLAIMERS* ======================================= **These Videos are provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for appropriate medical treatment. Please consult your doctor or licensed physical therapist for an appropriate course of treatment** **Disclosure:* We may earn a commission if you purchase through the links in this video. This comes at no additional cost to you.**

Stop guessing on your IT band assessments! This video demonstrates the crucial difference between the traditional Ober's Test and a modified, locked technique for significantly more accurate and consistent results when assessing iliotibial band tightness. In this installment of the Technique Peek Series, Tim Tyler walks you through performing the Ober's Test, a common physical therapy assessment for IT band flexibility. First, see the traditional Ober's Test method demonstrated (0:05) and observe potential inaccuracies as the leg drifts or compensates. Discover why this standard approach might not give you the clearest picture of true IT band restriction. Then, learn the modified Ober's Test (0:20), sometimes referred to as the locked Ober's Test, based on insights from Dr. James Andrews. This variation involves positioning the bottom leg at 90 degrees of knee flexion and having the patient stabilize by holding the table. See how this setup (0:30) creates a more stable pelvis and consistent starting position, leading to a more reliable assessment of the iliotibial band and tensor fasciae latae (TFL). Understand why this refined technique (0:36) minimizes compensatory movements and provides a clearer indication of IT band tightness compared to the traditional method. This clinical assessment technique is essential for physical therapists, athletic trainers, chiropractors, and students performing musculoskeletal evaluations, especially when investigating potential causes of lateral knee pain or conditions like IT band syndrome. Ensure your hip assessments are precise and reliable! *Timestamps:* 0:00 Introduction - Technique Peek Series 0:05 Traditional Ober's Test Demonstration & Drawbacks 0:20 Modified (Locked) Ober's Test: Setup & Positioning 0:30 Modified (Locked) Ober's Test: Performing the Test 0:36 Comparing Traditional vs. Modified: Why Accuracy Improves 0:41 Technique Credit (Dr. James Andrews) & Outro #ObersTest #ITBand #IliotibialBand #PhysicalTherapy #TechniquePeekSeries #PTAssessment #ClinicalAssessment #HipAssessment #ITBandSyndrome #FlexibilityTest #MobilityTest #AthleticTraining #SportsMedicine #ManualTherapy #PhysicalTherapist #Musculoskeletal #techniquepeekseries #oberstest #itbandsyndrome #exam #evaluation #physicaltherapy #education #OberTest #PhysicalTherapy #Physiotherapy #KneePain #HipPain #techniquepeekseries #DrJamesNicholas #PhysicalExam #MedicalEducation #ClinicalSkills #Assessment ========================================== **GET SOCIAL WITH US** ========================================== *Facebook* ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/ProfessionalSeminarsLTD/ *Instagram* ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/professionalseminars/ *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs1zBnFGEXEHa7KASPtSMQ *LinkedIn* ➡︎ https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/professional-seminars/ *Pinterest* ➡︎ https://www.pinterest.com/ProfessionalSeminars/ *Tik Tok* ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@professionalseminars *X.com (Twitter)* ➡︎ https://twitter.com/ProSeminarsLTD ========================================= **USEFUL LINKS** ========================================= *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/ *Courses* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/schedule *Blog* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/blog ======================================== **CHECK OUT OUR PODCASTS** ======================================== *IN THE MIND OF PODCAST* *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/podcast *YouTube* ➡︎ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5af-VI2gn1mvwgvTZ-6-wKR&si=j9KaY0BMxyW6saeg *Apple* ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-mind-of/id1508337827 *Spotify* ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/5maXs800b5nsu81b1B1lHl . . . . *THE SPORTS MEDICINE RESEARCH RUNDOWN* *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5YOL7_vlXOE50ZxSucNXAQQ *Spotify* ➡︎ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportmed-research-rundown ======================================= *DISCLAIMER* ======================================= **These Videos are provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for appropriate medical treatment. Please consult your doctor or licensed physical therapist for an appropriate course of treatment**

Are you targeting the right muscles when you exercise? In this Technique Peek Series video, Andrew Eom, DPT, breaks down exactly how to do clamshells properly to maximize effectiveness and safety. While clamshells are frequently assigned in the clinic, we often see patients performing different, incorrect variations of the movement. To get the most out of this exercise, correct positioning is key. You must lie on your side with a slight bend in the knee, ensuring your pelvis and shoulders are stacked directly on top of each other. This video guides you through the essential cues, such as preventing the pelvis from falling backward and keeping the feet anchored to the floor while lifting the knee. Watch now to perfect your form! Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: The problem with common clamshells 0:14 - Proper Setup: Positioning the legs and knees 0:26 - Alignment: Stacking the pelvis and shoulders 0:36 - Execution: The lift and anchor points Subscribe for more professional physical therapy techniques and tips! #clamshells #physicaltherapy #gluteexercises #hipstrength #techniquepeek ========================================= **USEFUL LINKS** ========================================= *Grow your YouTube Channel with VidIQ* ➡︎ https://vidiq.com/proseminars *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/ *Courses* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/schedule *Blog* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/blog ========================================== **GET SOCIAL WITH US** ========================================== *Facebook* ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/ProfessionalSeminarsLTD/ *Instagram* ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/professionalseminars/ *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs1zBnFGEXEHa7KASPtSMQ *LinkedIn* ➡︎ https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/professional-seminars/ *Pinterest* ➡︎ https://www.pinterest.com/ProfessionalSeminars/ *Tik Tok* ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@professionalseminars *X.com (Twitter)* ➡︎ https://twitter.com/ProSeminarsLTD ======================================== **CHECK OUT OUR PODCASTS** ======================================== *IN THE MIND OF PODCAST* *Website* ➡︎ https://www.professionalseminars.com/podcast *YouTube* ➡︎ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5af-VI2gn1mvwgvTZ-6-wKR&si=j9KaY0BMxyW6saeg *Apple* ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-mind-of/id1508337827 *Spotify* ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/5maXs800b5nsu81b1B1lHl . . . . *THE SPORTS MEDICINE RESEARCH RUNDOWN* *YouTube* ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_iVn5v09E5YOL7_vlXOE50ZxSucNXAQQ *Spotify* ➡︎ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportmed-research-rundown ======================================= *DISCLAIMERS* ======================================= **These Videos are provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for appropriate medical treatment. Please consult your doctor or licensed physical therapist for an appropriate course of treatment** **Disclosure:* We may earn a commission if you purchase through the links in this video. This comes at no additional cost to you.**