Reframing Rehab in Athletes: Common Misconceptions and Evidence-Based Principles

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick, PT, ScD, examines prevalent mistakes and misconceptions in athletic rehabilitation and how they may contribute to delayed recovery or recurrent injury. Drawing on current rehabilitation science, she explores why effective rehab must extend beyond symptom resolution and instead prioritize progressive capacity development. The discussion addresses the limitations of rest as a standalone strategy, the integration of psycho...