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The Sports Therapy Association Podcast is recorded LIVE every Tuesday at 8pm (UK) on the Sports Therapy Association YouTube channel and Facebook Page, and then uploaded as a podcast. You do not have to be an STA member to attend the live recordings - it is a chance to network with fellow therapists and discuss topics that together help us all move forward as an industry. The goal of the podcast, hosted by Matt Phillips (creator of runchatlive.com), is to deliver to Soft Tissue Therapists of all levels (including massage therapists, sports therapists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, etc.) up to date information on how to be a modern, successful, effective health care practitioner, with a gold star reputation for being able to help people in pain and/or looking for performance gains. The Sports Therapy Association (STA) is a professional representation for Sports Therapists, Sports Injury Therapists and Soft Tissue Therapists. We have worked passionately to develop a truly independent and ethical association that is committed to raising standards across the industry and progressing opportunities for our valued members.
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Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Ep.221 ''Post Therapy Expo 2024 Reflection' with a multidisciplinary panel of attendees
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
In Ep.221 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, host Matt Phillips is joined by a multidisciplinary panel of practitioners who attended Therapy Expo 2024, which took place in November 2024 at the Birmingham NEC in the UK.
The panel, made up of NatalIe Heng (sports massage therapist), Shannon Byrne (sports therapist), Danielle Peters (sports therapist) Steve Yeoman (sports therapist), Chareeya Kaewsawang (physiotherapist), Emily Sweet (physiotherapist) and Nicki Shearman (podiatrist), together dive into a vibrant discussion about their experiences at Therapy Expo, covering a wide range of topics from the impact of specific talks on their practice, the pros and cons of attending such events, to cost concerns and accommodation tips.
Through this engaging conversation, they explore the expo’s focus on multidisciplinary approaches in sports therapy, the importance of networking, and the potential benefits or obstacles of attending major conferences like Therapy Expo. If you're in the field of sports therapy or simply looking to understand the dynamics of attending large industry conferences, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.
Chapter Markers:
- 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast
- 00:05:03 - Meet the Multidisciplinary Panel
- 00:06:08 - Discussing Event Costs
- 00:09:38 - Experiences from Therapy Expo
- 00:17:40 - Content and Presentations Overview
- 00:23:00 - Sports specific presentations
- 00:28:30 - Audio and video recordings
- 00:33:35 - Theatre Size
- 00:37:15 - Feeling part of a community
- 00:45:50 - Exhibitors
- 00:51:34 - Pre-Booking Theatre Seats
- 01:00:20 - Patient Centred Approach
- 01:07:35 - Final Remarks and Next Episode
Our Panel on Instagram
- NatalIe Heng @clinicalmassagelondon
- Shannon Byrne @reboundinjuryclinic
- Danielle Peters @bodyhealthgatwick
- Steve Yeoman @mobile_muscle_therapy
- Chareeya Kaewsawang @weephysio
- Emily Sweet @esweetphysio & @islasellphysio
- Nicki Shearman @shearmanpodiatry
Want to join the live recordings?
Episodes of the Sports Therapy Association podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available.
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Email: matt@thesta.co.uk
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