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Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes

Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes

Update: 2025-09-29
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Episode 199: In this episode of the Inform Performance Podcast, Andy McDonald is joined by Jess Elis, founder of Rehab Code and one of the sharpest minds in elite sports medicine.


Elis earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy before pursuing a PhD and multiple board certifications in orthopedics and sports. His career spans leadership roles as Director of Physical Therapy at EXOS and later as Vice President of Player Health for the New York Knicks. With a career dedicated to blending science, ethics, and athlete welfare, Elis offers a unique perspective at the intersection of research and practice.


Topics Discussed:




  • Exploring Ethics in Sports




  • Themes from the Research




  • Communication and Consent




  • Team Data Strategy




  • Ethical Considerations in Testing




  • The Human Element in Data Collection




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VALD Performance, makers of the Nordbord, Forceframe, ForeDecks and HumanTrak. VALD Performance systems are built with the high-performance practitioner in mind, translating traditionally lab-based technologies into engaging, quick, easy-to-use tools for daily testing, monitoring and training


Hytro: The world’s leading Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) wearable, designed to accelerate recovery and maximise athletic potential using Hytro BFR for Professional Sport. 



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Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes

Jess Elis - Navigating Ethics & Improving Athlete Data Processes

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