Physio for Celebrities | EP. 15 ft. Dr Utkarsh | Health & Wellness Podcast

🎙️ Welcome to the Granimals Health & Wellness Podcast! In this episode, Sidharth Uniyal sits down with Utkarsh, a physiotherapist who worked with the Indian Volleyball Team, to explore the world of sports rehab, athlete recovery, and the future of physiotherapy in India. From the difference between a physio and a sports physio, to why athletes face recurring injuries, to how digital therapy is reshaping healthcare—this conversation is packed with insights for athletes, coaches, physiotherapists, and anyone passionate about movement, performance, and recovery. ✨ Key Highlights: ✅ Utkarsh’s journey into professional sports physiotherapy ✅Why athletes keep getting injured (and how to prevent it) ✅Lessons only hands-on physio experience can teach ✅The rise of online therapy & its long-term potential ✅Common athlete mistakes that increase injury risk ✅The role of peace, love & mindset in recovery ✅Where the physiotherapy industry is headed in the next 5 years ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 1:15 – Utkarsh’s Journey: How he reached the Indian Volleyball Team 7:58 – Physiotherapist vs Sports Physiotherapist 11:30 – Why athletes get injured again & again 12:44 – How physios really learn & build their skills 13:59 – Lessons only real-world experience teaches 16:37 – What “Peace” and “Love” mean to Utkarsh 33:33 – Can physiotherapy be done digitally? 35:39 – Will online therapy last long term? 46:02 – Benchmarks for judging injuries 52:39 – Common athlete mistakes that increase injury risk 53:42 – What really speeds up recovery? 1:02:00 – Why many physios avoid social media 1:10:00 – Physiotherapists doing well on social media 1:14:00 – Thoughts on Chiropractors 1:22:00 – A powerful patient story 1:23:00 – On dealing with hate 1:25:00 – Team building & leadership in sports rehab 1:27:00 – Future of physiotherapy in the next 5 years 1:30:00 – Closing message for patients & physiotherapists 🔥 Don’t miss this insightful conversation—perfect for athletes, students, and professionals in physiotherapy. 👉 Like | Share | Subscribe to the Granimals Podcast for more inspiring stories & expert insights. 📩 Want personalized rehab guidance? Fill out the form in the description to connect with our team. #sportsrehab #physiotherapy #athleterecovery #indianvolleyball #SportsInjuries #RehabPodcast #GranimalsPodcast