This topic is a sensitive and serious one. The "salaryman" culture in Japan has a negative reputation, and for good reason. The fact that there is a specific term in the Japanese language for death by overwork is evidence that this is a serious problem. Listen to learn more. https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Buto04VDUXnZgdoGw4Gaf?si=_V9FYHViSZyo8jFIxEATcg #tokyo #health #fitness #pain #rehabilitation

One of the many things that both tourists and those living in Japan enjoy about the country is the famous hot springs. On this episode I talk about some of the health benefits that onsen offer. https://open.spotify.com/episode/1OwFPTEvu1KLKMGYwFm3Du?si=qhyFPwdiTP-9F7h1dOrbLw https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000723509110 #japan #onsen #health #fitness #tokyo

On this episode I discuss the intrinsic health benefits of Japan's "station culture" https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000721572839 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XKRAmRTQYIFgnfB5MLW9X?si=7a3qNRx2Sqe30RG1Fat0Mw #tokyo #japan #health #wellness #fitness

On this episode I discuss how the goal of hitting 10,000 steps per day originated in Japan, and the practicalities and health implications of increasing our walking volume. Spotify Apple #health #wellness #tokyo #activity #walking #10Ksteps #japan

On this episode I discuss Japan's famous fighting sport, Sumo. We go into the history, as well as some of the physical aspects of the athletes. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000717590665 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3D06UCaeJNanZIGf9F6TA8?si=idzfSwGcTdemTkw2c6boAA #japan #tokyo #health #wellness #sport #sumo

On today's episode I discuss the health benefits of slow eating. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Q67vs0ryqLWNcb2kgIK65?si=0R8cRkoKSFeFEhN8pG5MAQ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000715200629 #tokyo #health #wellness

On this episode I briefly cover a couple of basic rehab concepts - the minimal effective dose of exercise, and why no exercise should be considered compulsory. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4atc2zlMKbDxH3nlAjlpDN?si=6TRKuC6qREuJiDXA2fPIHw https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000713498263 #tokyo #tokyoliving #health #wellness #longevity #fitness #rehab #japan

On this episode I discuss some of the aspects that contribute to the amazing average life expectancy of the Japanese population. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000711217477 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LoCXhfNVOphFO47CCo0rB?si=VgKgvX0sQb2gJZWss6FBdg  #longevity #japan #health #wellness #tokyo

TLP Health Snippets. Preparing for a Pain-free Hiking Season. On this episode I provide some tips and exercises for a pain-free hiking season. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000710356398 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZqEJm0qO79RE9KjbbE3EA?si=4t99atQbQOuA7hnTrpm0dQ #hiking #physiotherapy #health #wellness #tokyo

On this episode I discuss the latest research regarding the effect of weight loss on knee osteoarthritis. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4r7z6aB73lud0NW2Ifspab?si=VT64wa4_SNqAUa3F679Stg https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000704652345 #knee #osteoarthritis #tokyo #physiotherapist #rehab #OA

On this episode I discuss why we often see older Japanese people with an extremely rounded back #hunchback #Japan #kyphosis #wellness #health #fitness #podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Ax8bI7KzkFe5v4aV0bxr5?si=VeoearNNQsuM0HBcIz1KDw https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000702931093

For the video version of this post, please check out our instagram clip: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DINV3G4TKgx/?igsh=MXB0MHMzOTU5cWczZA== Since the middle of last century there has been debate regarding the safety of deep Squats for the knees. However in this recent systematic review, it was shown that most high quality studies suggested that deep squats were not harmful for symptom-free knees, with some of the studies showing that they actually helped mitigate knee pain

On this episode I talk about the TELL Tokyo Tower Climb, a fantastic event to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. Club 360 will be entering a team in this year's event on May 24th so if you're interested in participating get in touch!! https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000700985616 https://open.spotify.com/episode/05z13N65BFpbsxvDRoDPpK?si=EXP8Nr-ZT4ac7aPamNSCIw #tokyo #tokyotower #tell #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #c

On this episode I discuss the management of ACL tears, one of the common injuries we see during the winter and one that causes a significant degree of disability. If you are unlucky enough to have sustained an ACL tear, this episode is for you!! iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000700011159 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mXSKFCzlXgMQfvZyXgX0G?si=9DGSBqmbSYyDwuMOSCDqYw #tokyo #health #wellness #fitness #snow #ski #snowboard

In this episode Sam discuss some new research on the effect of exercise on longevity as well as the effect of exercise on memory. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zQ94GOji07u1rYXsN4uvw?si=8QwqO4EwSP65mjrFsjdFlQ Itunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/tokyo-living/id1553980433?i=1000698958952 #activity #longevity #health #fitness #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #physio

On this episode of the injury edition, Sam tackles the topic of rotator cuff related shoulder pain, rotator cuff tears and shoulder impingement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PFmVHlpL3w&t=5s #InjuryEdition #RotatorCuffPain #ShoulderPain #RotatorCuffTears #ShoulderImpingement #HealthPodcast #InjuryPrevention #PhysicalTherapy #Rehabilitation #WellnessJourney #PodcastEpisode #SportsInjuries #FitnessRecovery #PainManagement #ShoulderHealth #MuscleHealth #FitnessTips #RecoveryJ

On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses the diagnosis and management of plantar fasciitis (or at least that’s what everyone calls it…) Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living Podcast” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tlp-injury-edition-plantar-fasciitis https://youtu.be/wDYI0NIxn5I #tokyoliving #tokyo #tokyolife #lifestyle #health #fitness #wellness #podcast #injury #pain #rehabilitatio

TLP Injury Edition – Sports Concussion On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses the topic of sports related concussion. Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! Tokyo Living Podcast - Injury Edition: Sports Concussion: https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tokyo-living-podcast-injury-edition-sports-concussion #physiotherapy #medicine #rehabilitation #recovery #concussion #sportsconcussion...

TLP Injury Edition – Running Footwear On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses the topic of running footwear. Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living Podcast” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tlp-injury-edition-running-footwear-uq9ctya0 #tokyoliving #tokyo #tokyolife #lifestyle #health #fitness #wellness #podcast #injury #pain #rehabilitation #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #load #rehab

TLP Injury Edition – Are Opioids Evil? On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses a recent paper regarding opioids and back pack that has gained a great deal of media attention over the past few weeks. Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! TLP Injury Edition - Are Opioids Evil? https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tlp-injury-edition-are-opioids-evil #opioids #analgesics #Codeine #morphine #