#43 - Dr. Matthew DiPaola, MD | Understanding Post-operative Recommendations From a Surgeon Who Barbell Trains After Having Two Surgeries

#43 - Dr. Matthew DiPaola, MD | Understanding Post-operative Recommendations From a Surgeon Who Barbell Trains After Having Two Surgeries

Author: Dr. Rori Alter, PT, SSC, PRSCC April 29, 2023 Duration: 1:17:36
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Why do orthopedists say you can't powerlift or barbell train after injury or surgery? Why are their post-operative protocols the way that they are? And what should a powerlifter or barbell trainee expect after surgery?

 

Orthopedic surgeons often advise against barbell training and even suggest that their patients will "never be able to lift that again." This comes from orthopedist lack of training and knowledge in exercise science and rehabilitation as well as trying to protect the surgical site from operative patients who may go "yolo."

 

In this episode of the PRS Podcast, Clinical Coaches Drs. Rori Alter, PT and Alyssa Haveson, PT connect with PRS remote rehab coaching client, Dr. Matthew DiPaola, MD, orthopedic surgeon, who has utilized barbell training as his own form of rehabilitation and physical therapy after having two hip surgeries on the same side. 

 

Dr. Matthew DiPaola discusses:

  • Where post-op rehab protocols come from

  • Why they are designed the way they are

  • The role he feels the physical therapist plays in exercise and rehabilitation

  • How and why physical therapists can connect with surgeons

  • His own journey with hip surgeries and barbell training 

 

 

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Hosted by Dr. Rori Alter and Dr. Alyssa Haveson, Progressive Rehab & Strength is a conversation for those who take lifting seriously, whether for sport or for life. Both hosts are practicing physical therapists and certified strength coaches with deep roots in powerlifting, giving them a unique, dual-perspective on the body under load. This podcast digs into the nuanced intersection of rehabilitation and performance, moving beyond generic advice. You’ll hear practical discussions on programming for longevity, managing training around injuries, and navigating the technical demands of the barbell lifts. The aim is to strip away confusion and provide actionable insights that help athletes and coaches build resilient, sustainable careers-both in the gym and in their professional practices. It’s a resource for critical thinkers who want their approach to strength to be informed by both clinical expertise and hard-earned experience on the platform. Tune in for a blend of science, real-world application, and straight talk from two professionals who live in this space every day.
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