The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

Wesley Wang, PT, DPT

The Wesley Wang DPT podcast is all things ACL and sports rehab. I believe recovering from injuries goes far beyond just the physical. I’ll be having athletes, clinicians, coaches and trainers, share their stories in dealing with injuries. Together, we will help the rehab community create a culture of support, advocacy, and empathy.

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Ep 14 | His Insight Into ACL Graft Choice, ACL/Meniscus Post-Op Considerations, Open Kinetic Chain Exercises And More With Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Nima Mehran

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

05/16/20 • 53 min

On today’s episode I have special guest Dr. Nima Mehran who is an orthopedic surgeon out in Los Angeles California. He was previously with the medical staff of the Los Angeles Lakers, Kings, Dodgers and USC Football. We’ve been able to connect through IG and he has has been a great learning resource for me.

On today's episode, Nima and I discuss

His background
What is his ACL graft preference? He also discusses the quad tendon graft.
What are his thoughts on open kinetic chain exercises?
Does he have his own protocol?
Considerations with graft healing
His philosophy for return to sport

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Nima's IG: @DrNimaMehran
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 11 | His ACL Story, Rehabbing As A Professional Athlete, How His Faith Helped Him in Rehab, With Los Angeles Charger Tight End Hunter Henry

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04/25/20 • 32 min

On today's episode, I have guest Hunter Henry who currently plays tight end for the Los Angeles Chargers. Hunter shares his story about his ACL and what it's like rehabbing as a professional athlete. He also shares about how his faith played an important role in keeping him grounded during a difficult time.
On today's episode, Hunter and I discuss:

Hunter's ACL story
His initial reaction after finding out the news
How long did it take him to fully trust his knee?
What his rehab is like as a professional athlete
Hardest part of the recovery process mentally
What would he have changed about his rehab?
His advice to teammates, friends and family of someone going through ACL rehab

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Hunter's IG: https://www.instagram.com/hunterhenry86

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Ep 04 | Five Knee Surgeries & Three Concussions, Changing Sports & Finding A New Community With Sam Magliato

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03/04/20 • 30 min

On today's episode, I have guest Sam Magliato who is a recent Case Western graduate. She started off playing basketball at Case before injuries forced her to switch sports. She unexpectedly finds a new sport and community through her rehab journey. Sam discusses the challenges she faced in her recovery and shares one of the most intense injury stories I've ever heard!
On today's episode, Sam and I discuss:

Sam's Injury History - Five Knee Surgeries & Three Concussions
The mental side of rehab
How her injuries have influenced her future
Would Sam change anything from her past?
Her most challenging injury
Sam's shares one of the most intense injuries I've ever heard
Advice for supporting an injured athlete
Most important thing Sam learned through her ACL journey

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 20 | All Things ACL Rehab Including Why Re-Tear Rates Are So High, What Needs to Improve and Advice For Young Clinicians and More With Zach Baker

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

06/28/20 • 49 min

On today's episode, I have special guest Zach Baker who is a physical therapist at Rehab 2 Perform in Frederick, MD. He graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland-Baltimore. Zach has suffered multiple ACL tears which has ultimately lead him to pursuing the field and specializing in ACL rehab.
On today's episode, Bobby and I discuss:

Zach's PT background
Hardest ACL case Zach has ever treated
What are some tests he uses to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
What Zach recommends to people who want to work with athletes
Did PT school prepare him to treat ACLs?
Why does Zach think re-tear rates are so high?
What he believes has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Bobby's IG: @zdbaker30
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 19 | Dealing With A Rare Disease Affecting Only 3 in 1 MILLION People With Alex Powell

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06/22/20 • 36 min

On today’s episode, I have special guest Alex Powell who is a former Dayton University women’s soccer player. I first heard Alex’ story on the podcast and immediately reached out to her to get her on the show. Alex is actually the first athlete on the show that is not an ACL patient. She has a condition that affects 3 in 1 million people called a desmoid tumor also known as aggressive fibromatosis.
On today's episode, Alex and I discuss:

Alex's Medical History
Her initial reaction to finding out the news about her rare disease
The hardest part about her recovery process
Why she stayed on her college soccer team
What Alex has learned through her journey
Advice Alex has for athletes recovering from long-term injuries
Her non-profit

If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 18 | Challenges in Opening A Cash Based PT Facility, Why ACL Re-Tears Are So High and What Needs to Improve and More With Ziad Dahdul

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

06/14/20 • 45 min

On today's episode, I have special guest Ziad Dahdul who is a owner of Ignite Phyzio in Los Angeles, CA who specializes in treating ACLs and other sports injuries. He graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy from The University of Southern California. He also runs his own cash based PT facility which we will discuss on the show as well as ACL rehab.
On today's episode, Ziad and I discuss:

Ziad's PT background
Why heopened up his own cash based PT facility
Challenges he has faced in operated a cash based PT facility
Biggest difference between traditional and cash based PT
Why he enjoys treating ACLs
Hardest ACL case he has ever had
Why he thinks re-tear rates are so high?
What he believes has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Ziad's IG: @ignitephyzio
Ziad's website: https://www.ignitephyzio.com/
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 16 | All Things ACL Rehab Including Why Re-Tear Rates Are So High, What Needs to Improve and Advice For Young Clinicians and More With Bobby Esbrandt

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

05/30/20 • 45 min

On today's episode, I have special guest Bobby Esbrandt who is a co-owner of Impact Sports Physical Therapy located in Hanover, MD. University of Maryland School of Medicine with special interests in manual therapy and sports rehabilitation.He has experience treating numerous professional, collegiate, and olympic level athletes, and currently serves as the head physical therapist for the Coppin State University athletic department.
On today's episode, Bobby and I discuss:

Bobby's PT background
Why Bobby enjoys treating ACLs
Bobby's thoughts on ACL bracing
What are some tests he uses to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
Do you have a plan for when an athlete goes back to sports?
Why do you think re-tear rates are so high?
What do you believe has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Bobby's IG: @bobbysportspt
Bobby's website: https://www.impactsportspt.com/
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 13 | Her ACL Story, What She Learned & Would've Changed, and Starting An ACL Support Group "The ACL Club" With Jordan Angeli

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

05/09/20 • 40 min

On today’s episode I have special guest Jordan Angeli. Jordan and I got connected a couple years ago when she asked me to be on her podcast, Show Your Scars. Jordan is a former professional soccer player and has had her share of ACL injuries. She started the ACL Club which is a support group for athletes who tear their ACLs.
On today's episode, Jordan and I discuss

Her ACL story
What she learned through all of her injuries
The most challenging part of Jordan's injuries
What she would’ve changed in her rehab process
Why she started the ACL club
She shares about her program, "The Process"

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Jordan's IG: @TheACLClub
Jordan's website: https://www.theaclclub.com/
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 12 | All Things ACL Rehab Including Her ACL Research Findings, Safe Return-to-Sport, Why Re-Tear Rates Are So High and More With Angela Smith

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

05/02/20 • 50 min

On today's episode, I have guest Angela Smith who is a physical therapist and ACL researcher at the University of Delaware. Angela also recently started working in a cash based facility. She offers a unique perspective because of her direct involvement in research and she also presented at this years CSM.
On today's episode, Angela and I discuss:

Angela's background
ACL research she spoke about at CSM
Angela's thoughts on ACL bracing
What are some tests you use to determine whether an athlete is ready to return to sport?
Do you have a plan for when an athlete goes back to sports?
Why do you think re-tear rates are so high?
What do you believe has to change to improve on these high re-tear rates?

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Angela's IG: @angpt_momof3 / @balanceptdelaware
Angela's e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]
Angela's website: https://balanceptdelaware.com/meet-angela
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

Ep 17 | Performance Anxiety, Mental Health, Body Image and Seeking Help When Needed With Victoria Garrick

The Wesley Wang DPT Podcast

06/07/20 • 35 min

On today's episode, I have special guest Victoria who is a former Division I volleyball player at University of Southern California and played semi-pro as well. She is a TED Talk speaker, mental health and body-image advocate, and podcast host. She has a passion for inspiring, supporting, and motivating people from all walks of life. I personally found out about Victoria through a mom of one of my athletes. Her daughter attended one of Victoria’s talks and said her daughter absolutely loved the talk and she really connect with the message.
On today's episode, Victoria and I discuss:

Victoria's Background
What led her to becoming a mental health and body image advocate
Victoria's public speaking endeavors
Performance anxiety and body image in sports
Stigmas with mental health
Advice to listeners who may be struggling with mental health or body-image

My IG: @WesleyWang.DPT
My website: www.WesleyWangDPT.com
ACL Mastermind FAQ: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/faq
ACL Mastermind sign-up: https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/4yryvWYZ/checkout
ACL Post-Op Program (my favorite exercises): https://wesleywangdpt.mykajabi.com/offers/SAnh7QMY
Online personal training: https://www.wesleywangdpt.com/online-personal-training
Victoria's IG: https://www.instagram.com/victoriagarrick
Victoria's website: https://www.victoriagarrick.com/
Victoria's youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTU1O0KOYY_QKw23uj5ddQ
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe and I'd greatly appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Please feel free to share this episode on social media and tag me!

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