We have 1000's of qualified, motivated and enthusiastic therapists that want to help and make a difference...
Yet they can't get a job.
We having waiting lists that are so long that some patients are 'beyond' rehab by the time they get an appointment.
Make that make sense!
Does the healthcare system need changing?
Not many would argue against that right...
But what are the real problems...
And how might they affect you as a new grad physio trying to find your way in the real-world post graduation?
Learn more in this week's podcast episode!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. Struggling to find your way and make career progress as a new grad physio...
I got asked this exact question the other night in a Q & A after a live webinar I presented...
And the answer I gave wasn't the best!
I only gave one real equipment example...
But having had time to reflect and think about this a bit more, here are the 3 pieces of equipment that I can not live without.
Numbers 2 & 3 will probably surprise you!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. In the show I mentioned my recent calf pain webinar.
If you missed it, the replay is now available inside the private members group of my new grad physio community.
Want to get access this webinar (and all the other great content inside the members area) then head here to find out how.
I was taught (and you were probably too) that the soleus is a postural muscle, right?
Wrong!
It does so much more than this!!!
Listen to this week's podcast episode to find out what important roles it does do...
And why this is important for injury (and you injury management).
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. Want to learn more about the calf, the soleus, gastroc and all the other important calf muscles...
So you know everything you need to know to assess, treat and rehab calf injuries, then do not miss this free webinar…
‘Calf Injury Management - From The Bed Back To The Field’
PPS. Missed the show?
Head here to learn how to access my new grad physio programme and this special calf webinar replay!
Stop. Asking. For. A Job.
It is almost the the worst thing you can do...
As it almost always does not work.
Listen to this week's podcast episode to learn what to do instead...
To open doors to your next job (or placement)!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio
PS. Want some more career help?
Then check out this free training webinar...
On this webinar you will discover…
- The #1 Reason You Do Not Get A Reply To Your Emails Asking For A Placement Or A Job & How To Fix This
- [Non-Physio’s] Why Going Back To Uni To Study An MSc Physio Degree Could Be A Total Waste Of Time & The Most Costly (££££) Mistake You Ever Make
- Why You Need To Identify What Your Dream Job Is Early (And Go After It) Or Miss Any Chance That You Might Have On Ever Achieving This Role
- What 99% of Students & New Grads Are Doing Wrong When It Comes To Writing Their CV & Cover Letters
- The 6 Step Process You Need To Follow To Stand Out From The Crowd, Get Ahead Of Your Peers & Accelerate Your Career Faster Than You Ever Though Possible
This is my most watched training webinar of all time!
And you can watch it right now for free right here.
Beware of the 'simple' ankle sprain!
This week's podcast episode might often your eyes as to what you might be missing when it comes to ankle injury rehab.
Even minor ankle injuries can cause big issues in the future, if they are not managed correctly!
Make sure you don't make the same mistake!!!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. In the episode I referred to some stats and facts around lateral ankles injuries.
To read more check out these links...
40% of people develop chronic ankle instability
Repeated sprains and potential long-term and disabling conditions
After an ankle sprain, reaction time is delayed.
Evidence suggests that delaying rehab (>4 weeks) after the initial injury significantly increases risk of ankle instability later.
A large study (195,000+ patients) found that among people with ankle sprain, a modest but significant proportion developed ankle OA over time.
Structural changes to the ankle (inc joint/bony injury) are often evident on imaging, even after low-moderate grade lateral ankle sprains, suggesting tissue and joint changes happen earlier than might be assumed.
PPS. Want to fast-track your ankle knowledge and skills to treat even the most trickiest of ankle injuries?
Then head to newradphysio.com/membership to find out more about my programme and once inside I’ll signpost you to my special ankle injury module.
Miss my recent knee injury webinar?
Don't worry!
In this week's podcast I summarise all the key takeaways including...
- Knee Anatomy (Why This Is Important To Knee Injury Diagnosis & Management)
- Mechanisms of Injury Inc The Ones That You Might Not Expect
- Special Testing
- Knee Bracing Protocols
- Early, Mid & Late Stage Knee Rehab
Hope it helps!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio
PS. Want to access the replay for this knee injury masterclass webinar?
Then head here to find out how.
PPS. Got a questions?
Feel free to email me directly (andy@newgradphysio.com) or DM me on my socials...
Pain and actual tissue injury are sometimes not all that well matched.
Just because something is really painful does not mean a longer prognosis...
Or an injury with little or no pain, does not always correlate to a minor injury.
Pain is important...
And it is something you need to manage with every patient you see.
But why are some injuries much more painful than others, irrespective of actual tissue damage?
Listen to this week's podcast to find out...
The podcast is also available on all the usual platforms…
Just search’ New Grad Physio Podcast.’
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. I'll be taking all about knee pain in next weeks's free webinar...
Monday 22nd September 2025.
19:00-20:00 (BST).
Register your free place right here.
This is a great mindset to have as a new grad physio...
That will not only keep you (and your patient's) safe...
But help you simplify your assessments, treatments and rehab planning...
To get consistent positive patient results...
Well beyond your level of experience!
Patient care need not be complex.
Learn more in this week's podcast episode!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. I'll be simplifying MCL injury management, including the assessment, treatment and rehab of these specific injuries, in my upcoming online MCL Knee Injury Masterclass.
You can find out all the details and register your free place right here.
PPS. Missed the show?
The replay is available inside my new grad physio membership.
Find out how to get access here.
Rehab for MCL (medial collateral ligament) knee injuries can (and should) start from Day 0!
Yet most therapists don't do this...
And it makes no sense why!
Even in a brace, and even when the brace is locked, preventing any knee movement...
There is so much you can do!
Listen to this week's podcast episode to discover...
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. In the podcast I talked through some of the specific rehab exercises I use for MCL injuries.
In part 2 of this MCL mini-series we cover knee medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries and specifically...
- MCL Special Testing (inc. The 2 MCL Tests You Need To Know)
- Ordering & Executing The Right Knee Special Tests
- MCL (And LCL) Bracing
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. Keep your eyes peeled for part 3, where we will cover high grade MCL injury rehab...
Including a case study, which will show you how to take a MCL injury from the bed, and back to full fitness, step by step!
PPS. Want to get ahead of the game?
I have a specific MCL injury webinar, which covers everything you need to know about MCL injury management...
Including MCL injury assessment, treatment and rehab...
Inside my New Grad Physio membership.
Learn more about the programme and get access to this special training right here!
Want to get access?
Head to newgradphysio.com/membership
In this episode we cover knee medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries and specifically...
- Anatomy of the MCL
- Common Mechanisms of Injury and...
- Medial Knee Differential Diagnosis
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. Keep your eyes peeled for part 2, where we will cover special testing and grading of injury, treatment and rehab for all grades of MCL injury!
Yes there is a lack of jobs.
Supply far outweighs demand.
But that is just how it is.
It has been like this before, it's like that right now...
And it is likely that the therapy industry will continue to be ultra competitive.
But what can you do about it?
More than what you probably think!
Listen to this week's podcast episode to discover what you can do...
Strategies to open doors and get your career as a new grad physio, sports therapist or sports rehabber off to a strong start!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. In the show I mentioned my 'Foot In The Door' programme.
This special career programme is now open to new applications.
Sick of making no career progress...
Applying for jobs...
But getting no interviews...
And unsure what you are doing wrong?
Then this week's podcast episode is for you!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. In the podcast I mention my 'Foot In The Door' career course.
Find out more about this special course right here!
Did you miss my upper limb online course…
And are interested about what we covered?
Then take a listen to this week’s podcast episode!
I highlight some of main themes and talking points from the course…
Including some of the big upper limb misconceptions…
Special testing…
Rehab planning…
And more!
Enjoy the show!
PS. Want to watch the recording of the ‘Upper Limb Online’ course?
It’s now available as part of my new grad physio membership.
Do you feel like your objective assessment lacks structure…
Leading you to jump from test to test…
Causing you confusion and overwhelm…
And ultimately, uncertainty as to what exactly is going on with your patient?
If this sounds like you, then this week’s podcast episode will help!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. The 6 objective assessment steps I walk you through in the podcast are the same steps I use when assessing any upper limb patient or elite athlete I work with.
This is the same system I teach in full, as part of my new grad physio programme….
And the same system I will be showcasing, via a real-life case study, on my upcoming Upper Limb Online course.
You can find out more about the course here…
PPS. Missed the live show?
The course is now locked away inside the members area of my new grad physio community.
Find out how to get access to my community here.
Today, like yesterday, and tomorrow, new grad physio's around the World will out shoulder pain rehab exercises...
That will make absolutely ZERO change to their patients symptoms.
And when you think about it...
It makes complete sense why some of the most commonly used shoulder pain rehab exercises do NOT work.
Listen to this week's podcast episode to learn more...
And avoid making these vital shoulder mistakes yourself!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. Want to take your shoulder pain skills to the next level?
Then do not miss my upcoming upper limb course...
'Upper Limb Online'.
It's happening on Monday 28th July 2025 (18:00-21:00).
Live and online.
CPD certificate and handout for all attendees.
PPS. Missed the course?
It's now been uploaded into the members area of my new grad physio community.
Want to start using shoulder tests that actually tell you what is going on with your patient...
And not just tests you learnt to pass your exams at Uni?
You'll never see me using tests like the Empty Can or Hawkins-Kennedy test.
Learn why (and the tests I do actually use) in this week's podcast episode.
Enjoy the show!
PS. I'll be covering 'special testing' in my upcoming Upper Limb Online course.
It's happening, live and online...
Monday 28th July 2025
18:00 - 21:00 (BST).
Learn more about this special upcoming training right here.
When it comes to shoulder pain...
If you are not getting the results you want...
And are struggling to reduce shoulder pain...
And progress a patient's rehab...
To the point you really do NOT enjoy treating shoulder pain patients...
You can do one of two things.
1. Refuse to see any more patients with shoulder pain or...
2. Change the way you assess, treat and rehab shoulder pain patients to get better results
#1 isn't really a viable option...
So you'll have to choose option #2.
Listen to this week's podcast episode to discover the problem with traditional shoulder rehab...
And why you should adopt a different approach (#2) to the patients you see with shoulder pain.
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. In the podcast I mentioned a big announcement dropping soon!
Join my VIP Waitlist here to find out what it is (and get access to something special as a reward)...
For this (and all my future announcements) before anyone else.
PPS. In the meantime please free to check out my FREE Shoulder Pain Guide here.
I don't really have a foot fetish...
But the title of this week's podcast got your interested right?
Despite not having a fetish for feet...
I do assess my patient's feet, regardless of their injury...
And this includes patient's with neck, shoulder, back and upper limbs injuries.
Listen to this podcast episode to find out why...
And why you should consider doing the same thing!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
The New Grad Physio Mentor
PS. Want to learn how assess your patients 'holistically' so you can identify (and treat) both the site and source of your patient's injury?
I used a real-life case study in my recent Lower Limb Online course, showing an example of this holistic approach.
The replay is now available inside the members area of my new grad physio community.
Sick of busting a gut trying to improve your patients ankle mobility with your hands-on treatments for little (or no) change in symptoms...
Or unsure why your patient's does not improve as quickly as you might expect with the ankle rehab exercises you give them?
Then this podcast episode is for you!
Learn how to select the right ankle exercises...
To make the biggest impact to patient symptoms...
In the fastest time possible!
Enjoy the show!
Andy Barker
New Grad Physio
PS. I referred to a specific rehab exercise in the podcast.
PPS. Want some additional help with your ankle injury patients?
I have an entire module of content specific to the ankle inside my new grad physio community.
Hit the link above to learn more!
