
[Case Studies] A real case of shoulder instability: lessons from the clinic with Ellie Richardson
About this episode
In this episode with Ellie Richardson, we explore a case study on a real patient of hers who presented to the clinic with shoulder instability. We discuss:
- The importance of the patient’s subjective history
- Evidence-based outcome measures used in shoulder instability
- Gaps in current practice in treatment of shoulder instability
- Strength and conditioning terminology and it’s use in shoulder instability
This episode is closely tied to Ellie’s case study she did with us. With case studies, you can see how top clinicians manage real-world cases and apply their strategies to get better results with your patients.
👉🏻 Watch Ellie’s case study here with our 7-day free trial: https://physio.network/casestudy-erichardson
Ellie is a Clinical Shoulder Specialist with extensive experience across MSK, orthopaedics, and sport, including work in the NHS, private practice, TASS networks, and with national sports bodies. She holds a first-class BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, a postgraduate diploma in orthopaedic medicine, and an MSc (Distinction) in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Ellie is also an active member in the British Elbow & Shoulder Society (BESS). Ellie has published in BMJ Sports and Exercise Medicine and contributed to The Shoulder: Theory and Practice. She is a former elite-level track cyclist who represented Scotland and Great Britain.
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