Medbridge Supplement Climbing
This video serves as a supplement to the article on climbing movement performance assessments featured on Medbridge. Climbing requires a delicate balance of strength, power, endurance, mobility, and control.
Dolor en los dedos al escalar rocas: capsulitis articular
A Spanish Translation of the research article "Clinical Management of Finger Joint Capsulitis/Synovitis in a Rock Climber." Article written by Dr. Jared Vagy DPT “The Climbing Doctor” and translated by Alita Contreras. Original article below: Click here to read the full article in English Resumen Este estudio de caso presenta a un escalador de [...]
Neural Considerations in Climbing Injuries – An Introduction
In this Rock Rehab Community lecture, sports musculoskeletal physiotherapist Julia Šmigelskis joins us live from Cape Town to break down the clinical application of neurodynamics for climbers and active athletes. The session covers how peripheral nerve health influences movement quality, pain, and performance, with a practical focus on upper- and lower-extremity nerve mechanics commonly [...]
Case Study: PT Management of a Rock Climber with Talar Neck Fracture
In this engaging presentation, Dr. Allison Tran, a physical therapist and a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist, presents a case study on managing a talar neck fracture in a rock climber. This session outlines the injury background, surgical interventions, and a comprehensive rehabilitation plan focused on returning to climbing. Dr. Tran's expertise guides viewers through [...]
S4, E1, Shoulder Hypermobility – Stephen Kiraly
In this conversation, The Climbing Doctor interviews Stephen Kiraly, a physical therapy student, about shoulder hypermobility, particularly in climbers. They discuss what shoulder hypermobility is, how to assess it, its benefits and drawbacks, and rehabilitation strategies. The conversation emphasizes the importance of education for climbers regarding their shoulder health and provides practical tips for [...]
S3, E6: Youth Climber Fitness Testing Battery – Jac Brown
In this conversation, Jared Vagy and Jack Brown discuss the necessity of developing a climbing-specific fitness battery for youth climbers. They explore the metabolic and biomechanical demands of climbing, the importance of assessing injury resilience, and the components of a comprehensive fitness assessment. The discussion includes a detailed breakdown of a two-day testing schedule, [...]