🎙️ The Rehab Runway: From the Treatment Room

to the Track

 

Hosted by Sports & Exercise Chiropractor Luke Nelson

 

Welcome to The Rehab Runway — the podcast where running meets rehab.

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Join Sports & Exercise Chiropractor, running coach, and strength coach Luke Nelson as he takes you from the treatment room to the track, exploring the science and stories behind running performance, injury rehab, and athlete resilience.

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Whether you’re a runner chasing your next PB or a health professional looking for evidence-based insights, this show will help you bridge the gap between injury and performance.

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💡 What You’ll Learn

• Evidence-based insights into running biomechanics, injury prevention, and rehabilitation

• Practical tips for coaches and clinicians working with runners

• Expert breakdowns of research on tendinopathy, strength training, and performance

• Real-world stories from athletes and health professionals in the running community

 

👟 About the Host

Luke Nelson is a Sports & Exercise Chiropractor, running coach, and strength coach based in Melbourne, Australia.

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For nearly two decades, he’s helped everyone from first-time runners to elite athletes move better, recover stronger, and perform at their best. Through his work at Health & High Performance, Luke combines clinical expertise with a deep passion for education, research translation, and community connection.

 

📱 Follow Luke on Instagram: @sportschiroluke

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🎧 Listen to the Latest Episodes

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👉 Listen on Spotify

👉 Listen on iTunes

👉 Listen on iHeartRadio​

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Ep 1: The Truth About Running, Arthritis & Clicking Knees

Is running bad for your knees or hips? Luke breaks down the myths, what the science says, and why runners are actually protecting their joints, not damaging them.

 

Ep 2: Beyond the Finish Line: The Science of Marathon Recovery

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What really happens after 42.2km? Discover the science and psychology of marathon recovery — from muscle repair to post-race mindset​

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Ep 3: From Setback to Start Line: Returning the Runner to Running with Chris Johnson

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A deep dive into how to safely return runners to running after injury with expert PT Chris Johnson. Practical, evidence-based advice for clinicians and athletes navigating the comeback.