Radu Dumitrescu Physio

Radu Dumitrescu Physio Sport injuries, Musculoskeletal, Orthopaedics/Trauma, RSI, Biomechanical and Neurological Dysfunctions
(Sports related or not) Biomechanics and Biodynamics

I qualified as physiotherapist in 2002 (1st degree Honours) and I have
worked in different clinical settings and with a diverse case load (from sports
injuries to cerebral palsy, Musculoskeletal and elderly stroke patients). Coming from a sports background (rugby, wrestling, powerlifting, judo and
athletics in my younger days), I have always been involved in sports injuries
rehabilitation. Spo

rtsmen and women have approached me and trust me,
maybe because I can empathise with them as I can easily say “I’ve been
there…” (and possibly had that injury at one point…). And I know that most of
us are not ready to “pack it in” or have a long break, so my approach is: trying to
treat the injury, work around it, re-educate patterns that may be responsible for
certain injuries and look overall at the whole lifestyle, work and training habits
and try to avoid/ eliminate the one that may have caused the injury initially. On the other hand, due to my clinical and educational experience, I extend my
expertise to musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and neurologic disorders. HCPC and CSP member

05/06/2026

There's been 32 years since I've sustained my lower back injury after I got hit by a car at 14.
My mother never told me until I was about 26 years old what the doctor that initially consulted me said.
Apparently due to severe radicular symptoms (partial paralysis of my left leg) the orthopedic surgeon said that it's unlikely that'll ever be able to return to sport (I was wrestling and practising judo since 6-7 years old) and that I will probably end up being overweight and I might not recover the function in my left leg.
Oh, well, 34 years later...

A collection of videos and pictures from the last week from my home country (Romania) as well as my own home (in UK).
28/05/2026

A collection of videos and pictures from the last week from my home country (Romania) as well as my own home (in UK).

21/05/2026

Lots of grunting and stuff...

19/05/2026

Intermediate to advance back lower

“The Tom Selleck from Temu” comment tickled me. That said, beneath the comedy and very flattering message  lies a slight...
18/05/2026

“The Tom Selleck from Temu” comment tickled me.

That said, beneath the comedy and very flattering message  lies a slightly depressing reality: Andrei’s attitude toward physiotherapists isn’t uncommon. In fact, it’s probably representative of how a large portion of the public now views physiotherapy as a profession. And honestly? I understand why.

If physiotherapy continues to market itself as little more than massage, acupuncture, cupping, and a ceremonial resistance band exercise prescribed with all the scientific rigor of a horoscope, then public skepticism is inevitable.
If the clinical reasoning stops at “non-specific lower back pain” or “chronic shoulder pain,” with no meaningful understanding of injury mechanisms, load management, or evidence-based rehabilitation, then patients will understandably lose confidence.

And if private clinics invest more in LED lighting, beige interiors, cinematic Instagram reels, and aggressive package deals than in actual clinical competence, then we really shouldn’t act surprised when patients feel exploited rather than treated. Thirty-minute sessions, overpriced apps, and influencer-level branding cannot compensate for poor assessment and mediocre rehab programming.

When I graduated, I was genuinely proud to call myself a physiotherapist.
These days, I say it with far less enthusiasm — which is a shame, because the profession has enormous potential when practiced properly.

MPGA - MAKE PHYSIOTHERAPY GREAT AGAIN!

“The Tom Selleck from Temu” comment tickled me. That said, beneath the comedy and very flattering message  lies a slight...
18/05/2026

“The Tom Selleck from Temu” comment tickled me.

That said, beneath the comedy and very flattering message  lies a slightly depressing reality: Andrei’s attitude toward physiotherapists isn’t uncommon. In fact, it’s probably representative of how a large portion of the public now views physiotherapy as a profession. And honestly? I understand why.
If physiotherapy continues to market itself as little more than massage, acupuncture, cupping, and a ceremonial resistance band exercise prescribed with all the scientific rigor of a horoscope, then public skepticism is inevitable.

If the clinical reasoning stops at “non-specific lower back pain” or “chronic [insert body part] pain,” with no meaningful understanding of injury mechanisms, load management, or evidence-based rehabilitation, then patients will understandably lose confidence.

And if private clinics invest more in LED lighting, beige interiors, cinematic Instagram reels, and aggressive package deals than in actual clinical competence, then we really shouldn’t act surprised when patients feel exploited rather than treated. Thirty-minute sessions, overpriced apps, and influencer-level branding cannot compensate for poor assessment and mediocre rehab programming.

When I graduated, I was genuinely proud to call myself a physiotherapist. These days, I say it with far less enthusiasm — which is a shame, because the profession has enormous potential when practiced properly.

Well, let's see how many sausages irritate this time...

23/04/2026

Deadlifts and cuddles with Lil Leroy

18/04/2026

Georgie, a competitive equestrian athlete, presented with a long standing difficulty in achieving effective right lower-limb engagement within the stirrup.
She described a persistent inability to “connect” her right leg, particularly during jumping efforts or when applying downward stabilising force, often resulting in a subjective sense of instability and reduced control in the saddle.
Initial clinical assessment indicated that the primary dysfunction originated at the level of the right hip, with deficits in neuromuscular control and force transmission likely contributing to the observed riding limitations.
Prior to directly targeting hip function, we implemented a structured bracing strategy alongside foundational core activation exercises to optimise proximal stability.
During the first session, emphasis was placed on developing movement awareness through two key gluteal patterns:
• Hip extension
• Hip abduction
These were selected to restore fundamental motor control and improve lumbopelvic stability, both of which are essential for effective rider-horse interaction and force transfer through the stirrup.
Georgie was advised to integrate this rehabilitation protocol as part of her pre riding warm up. Notably, she reported rapid and significant improvements in her riding mechanics, highlighting enhanced stability, better leg engagement, and an overall increase in confidence during performance.
In subsequent sessions, progression included unilateral, weightbearing stability exercises, as well as targeted hip extension and hip flexion drills to further enhance dynamic control and asymmetry correction.
This case highlights the critical role of proximal hip function and core stability in equestrian performance, particularly in addressing asymmetrical loading patterns and improving rider effectiveness.

17/04/2026

Back on the horse like John Wayne after 3 whole days of maternity (or paternity?) leave.

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