The Elite Physical Therapy Podcast

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast Jason Harvey PT, MSPT will be discussing what is happening at Elite Physical Therapy and what people are dealing with now that the country has been in the midst of a pandemic for 6 months. Jason will cover what the “new normal” looks like to keep all patients and staff safe. He will also review how COVID 19 has impacted society from a physical perspective. With more people working remotely and students getting ready to participate in remote learning, poor posture is one of the biggest problems that is facing society. Jason will discuss the impact that poor posture can have on one's physical and mental health. He will also review some simple ways that people can implement some small adjustments to maintain good posture. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Stephanie Wheeler PT, DPT. Dr. Wheeler is a clinic director at Elite's Charles Street clinic in Providence, RI. Today on the podcast Dr. Wheeler and I discuss the vestibular system: what is it? what role does it play in the body? and how important rehabilitation can be for someone who has a vestibular disorder and/or deficits. Stephanie discusses how a vestibular evaluation can be different from a general post-op or orthopedic injury/deficit. We discuss specifically the most common vestibular disorder treated in the physical therapy field benign proximal positional vertigo (BPPV). We cannot stress enough how important it is to seek help if you have these symptoms, as some symptoms, if BPPV, can be cleared in only a few visits. We end our discussion by discussing continuing education course fellow physical therapists and students should consider if they would like to learn more about vestibular therapy. Another very informative episode for all, especially for those who suffer with constant episodes of dizziness or balance issues along with up in coming PT students who want to learn more about this subset in the field. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Rachael Giordano PT, DPT, OCS, CIDN. Dr. Giordano is a clinic director at Elite's Governor Street clinic in Providence, RI. Today on the podcast Dr. Giordano and I discuss concussions: what are they? how can they affect the body? and how important rehabilitation can be for someone who has chronic symptoms. Rachael discusses the different types of concussions and how, as a physical therapist, she identifies and test for different deficits and determines an effective treatment strategy for these patients. Rachael discusses the common healing process of a concussion but does encourage those who have symptoms longer then usual to seek out physical therapy as soon as they can to reduce the risk of having chronic symptoms. Another very informative episode for all, especially for athletes involved in contact sports who are at a higher risk for concussions. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Mark T. Bastan PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, CSCS. Dr. Bastan is a valuable member of the RI APTA's Legislative Action Committee. We discuss on todays episode how people can become involved in the committee as well as how they can help further forward the physical therapy field. Mark discusses what the APTA stands for, what is the purpose of RI APTA Legislative Action Committee, and legislative actions and future goals the group has accomplished and is trying to accomplish over the next few years. A very informative episode and a must listen for all RI physical therapist out there who would like to better and forward the development of the physical therapy field in the wonderful state of Rhode Island. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Jason Harvey PT, MSPT who is a co-owner of Elite Physical Therapy. We have a great discussion about baseball rehabilitation, especially those who are suffering from a throwing related injury. Jason discusses the most commonly seen deficits in young athletes who have sustained an injury from throwing a baseball and how physical therapy can help analyze and rehabilitate these patients to return back to sport. Jason delves deeper into the actual biomechanics that the shoulder and elbow go through during a pitch. He discuss the mechanics from the moment a pitchers starts their wind up all the way to when they release the ball and follow through motion. He discusses further the required biomechanics, range of motion, stability, and strength needed by an athletes shoulder, elbow, trunk, and hip to throw properly and reduce the risk of injury in future outings. We move into discussing how COVID could effect players off all ages risk of injury due to reduction in spring training and practice prior to the seasons starting. Overall a great and very informative podcast thats a great listen for all, especially those who are baseball athletes, parents of those athletes, or someone who just loves the game itself and would like to learn more about it. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Katie Feroldi, MSPT, CMTPT. Katie is a regional director at Elite Physical Therapy who has been practicing as a physical therapist for 14 years. Today Katie discusses pain management in regards to physical therapy. We discuss the state of the current opioid crisis and how physical therapy is making a positive impact on alleviating the crisis. Katie discusses the plethora of treatment and knowledge physical therapist's have at their disposal to help those with acute and chronic pain. We delve into what exactly is pain and how there are multiple factors that play a role in determining one's pain. It is once again another great episode for those who are dealing with chronic pain, those would like to know more general knowledge about the opioid crisis, and those who would like to know more about the physical therapy field and how it can help you get back to the activities you love. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Nicole DeCristoforo PT, DPT, CMTPT. Nicole is an avid runner, she had raised $9,500 for the Heather Abbott Foundation and had planned on running in the Boston Marathon for her charity prior to the marathon being canceled due to COVID. Nicole discusses on the podcast today proper body mechanics that are required for safe and effective running. The conversation transitions to common treatable running related deficits or injuries that are seen mainly in outpatient physical therapy clinics. Nicole discusses how these deficits are assessed and can be treated effectively with physical therapy. Todays discussion ends with Dr. DeCristoforo giving multiple tips and strategies for all level of runners to avoid over training and prevent minor running related injuries, pain, or aches. Lots of great information for everyone who is or already enjoys running or any physical therapist (or student) who is finds themselves treating many runners in the clinic. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Marcela Donat DPT, PT. Marcela is a PT who has had multiple years experience working with pediatric patients at Franciscan Children's in Brighton, MA for two and a half years prior to working at Elite Physical Therapy. Marcela discusses the differences there are between adult and pediatric treatment sessions. We then discuss the most common treated pediatric deficits in outpatient clinics and the importance of physical therapy for a child that is showing signs of developmental delays. Dr. Donat at the end of todays discussion able to give multiple tips and strategies to current physical therapist and physical therapist students who are looking to work in the pediatric field. Another fun and informational podcast for all, hope you enjoy! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Today on the Elite Physical Therapy podcast we are joined by special guest Amanda DeMagistris DPT, PT, ATRIC. Amanda is the director of the aquatic therapy program at Elite Physical Therapy. In todays episode Amanda takes us through the multiple benefits of aquatic therapy in comparison to land based therapy and the plethora of diagnosis that would benefit from completing some form of aquatic therapy. Dr. DeMagistris takes us through the basics of an aquatic therapy session and discusses the multiple programs that are available to patients based on their injuries, symptoms, and/or deficits. If anything should be taken from today's episode its that everyone can benefit from aquatic therapy, whether its only in the pool or split between aquatic and land based therapy. Check out Elite Therapy's locations mentioned in todays episode and on our website at elitephysicaltherapy.com if interested! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com