Erik Meira - Rehabbing Achilles Rupture Repairs

About this episode

Erik Meira discusses early rehabilitation principles for Achilles rupture repairs with host Noah Mandel.

Erik Meira joined Noah for the second time on Forward Physio to discuss the principles of early rehab for Achilles rupture repairs. Erik is a physical therapist and educator who is well known for being the first person to start a podcast related to physical therapy back in 2011. Clinically, Erik mainly works with collegiate and professional level athletes. He has authored several articles and textbook chapters, has been a keynote speaker at large conferences, and hosts a variety of courses bo...

People in this episode

Host: Noah Mandel

Guest: Erik Meira

Topics covered

• Achilles rupture
• rehabilitation
• physical therapy
• athlete care
• sports medicine

Keywords

• Achilles rupture
• rehab
• physical therapy
• athletes
• sports medicine
• Erik Meira

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Forward Physio

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