Therapists In Motion

Welcome to today's episode! Dan and Bekah are thrilled to be joined by Molly Binetti, the Director of Women's Basketball Performance at the University of South Carolina and a featured speaker at The Huddle 2025 Sports Medicine Conference. Join us as we dive into Molly's insights and experiences, and don't forget to mark your calendars for The Huddle, happening May 2 and 3, 2025, in sunny Phoenix, AZ. You won't want to miss the incredible lineup of speakers and discussions!

Dan and Bekah join forces again to discuss current topics within sports medicine! Daniella LaFata MA, RD CSSD, a sports dietician, is our guest on today's podcast. Danielle will be a featured speaker at The Huddle 2025! Join us in person in Phoenix, AZ May 2 and 3, 2025 to learn from Danielle and our other featured speakers!

Dan is joined on the podcast again with Jenna Salber and Anthony Celio to discuss the role of the clinical instructor. The three discuss strategies for CI's to create success for students to thrive through their clinical rotation.

Today, Dan and Bekah are joined by Derin McMains to discuss the importance of self reflection. In a world where people strive to become experts, Derin provides tangible tips to create a habit of utilizing self reflection in your daily/weekly life!

Do you suffer from athletic cramps? What do you or your athletes do to ensure they are appropriately hydrated leading up to competition? Dan and Bekah are joined by Dr. Dawn Emerson, PhD ATC from the University of South Carolina. Dr. Emerson is a leading researcher on hydration and she provides excellent insight on maintaining and managing hydration! This is an episode you do not want to miss!

PT Students, you do not want to miss this episode!! Dan is joined on the podcast by Anthony Celio and Jenna Salber to discuss how students can thrive on their clinical rotations. The three take two different approaches to assist with students creating behaviors to assist with both their clinical and professional development!

Calling all younger therapists, along with those who mentor younger therapists! Today on the podcast, Dan is joined once again by John Kline and a first time guest, Anthony Celio. The three, will discuss the role function plays into mentoring younger therapists and strategies to where to start!

Today on the podcast, Dan is joined by John Kline, PT, DPT, CSCS, FAFS and Brian Schulte, CSCS, FAFS along with our special guest, Dave Tiberio, PT, FAFS, Professor Emeritus from the University of Connecticut and the Dean of the Gray Institute! Together, the four discuss how understanding the proprioceptors can be beneficial in our application of rehab principles by creating more resources for the body!

Dan and Bekah are joined by world-renowned PT, ATC and Strength Coach, Sue Falsone. Sue is the founder of the education company, Structure and Function, and the three discuss her company and approach to education. She will also be a featured speaker at The Huddle, April 5th and 6th, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ! The Huddle

Dan and Bekah are joined on the podcast with Dr. Charles Peterson and Dr. Gary Waslewski. The four discuss the evolution of sports medicine and how collaboration of care is crucial for the success of your athlete. Dr. Waslewski and Dr. Peterson will be speaking at The Huddle Sports Medicine Conference April 5 and 6 in Phoenix, AZ! www.spoonerpt.com/thehuddle

We are celebrating our 100th episode with a special guest! Dan is joined on the podcast today by Bekah Hibbert and Charleston De La Cruz to discuss the role of the strength/performance coach in the athlete's network. Charleson will be a highlighted speaker at The Huddle 2024, April 4th and 5th in Phoenix, Arizona!

The last podcast of 2023! John Kline and Ashley Schallett join Dan to discuss a clinical case about a patient with a total knee replacement. The three talk about different stages with range of motion, prognosis, and intervention ideas. Stay tuned for future episodes with clinical case discussions.

In the fall of 2022, the International Conference for Concussion in Sport, released updated guidelines for management of post-concussive athletes. On today's podcast, Dan and Bekah are joined by two experts, Dr Glynnis Zieman, MD and Dr. Tamara Mcleod, PhD, ATC. Together, they share information on the updated guidelines as well as additional resources. Dr. Zieman and Dr. Mcleod will also be speaking at The Huddle, April 5th and 6th, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ!

Every athlete will go through the same transition...stay tuned to hear what that is! Dan and Bekah are joined on the podcast by Maddie Mclean, from Victory Sports Counseling. Together, they discuss the management of transition times for athletes!

We all encounter the difficult conversation of having to tell a runner to stop running. During this podcast, Paul and Dan are joined by Kayleigh Orozco to discuss the biomechanical causes of Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, aka Shin Splints, as well as different management strategies.

When emotions are high...intelligence is low!  This is an episode you do not want to miss! Dan and Paul are joined on the podcast with Jamey Schrier. Jamey is the owner of Practice Freedom U.  The three discuss communication skills and steps to take control of your emotions when tensions run high. Communication is a skill that we as physical therapists MUST develop, just like our clinical skills.

The popular and MOST listened-to, Google PT series, RETURNS! Dan is joined on the podcast with John Kline and Andrew Walquist to compare the current literature with the commonly found Google PT exercises! Be prepared to join the paradigm shift when treating individuals with Adhesive Capsulitis.  See the links below for access to the articles discussed! https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7745103/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8281140/ https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph182413078

Helping patients achieve movement abundance! Dan is joined by Javier Miller-Estrada on today's podcast to discuss movement literacy and creating this concept in not just athletes, but all patients! Javier, is the co-owner of Ignite Performance in Chandler, AZ.

Dan is joined by two new guests, Peter Gorman, PT, DPT and Kimberly Wolf-King, PT, DPT to discuss navigating post-op ACL and insurance regulations! The three discussion a variety of topics with the resounding theme being excellent communication!

For the first time ever, we have a question from a listener and we will discuss his question! Stay tuned to hear Paul Gagliano, Dan Miriovsky and Sara Gagliano discuss the question surrounding validating the value of physical therapy!

On the podcast today, Dr. Stacey Dault joins  Paul, Dan, and Sara to discuss the benefits of resistance training for pubescent athletes including female athletes. Resistance training is not only Olympic weight training and bulk training but also utilizing bands, body weight, and/or adding to body weight.

Joining us today on the podcast is Dr. Stacey Dault. Dr. Dault is a Sports Medicine physician and is welcomed to the pod by Paul, Dan, Bekah, and Sara. The group discusses the importance of movement literacy and plyometric training in pre-pubescent athletes. The discussion is guided by an article from the American Academy of Pediatrics published in 2020!

Did you miss out on The Huddle 2023? Well, this recap will inspire you to jump on the bandwagon and join us in 2024! However, if you need to hear the content ASAP, you can purchase a virtual option and hear in greater depth the high points that Paul, Dan, and Bekah discuss on this podcast. www.spoonerpt.com/thehuddle  

Only 9% of research in sports medicine is dedicated to female athletes.   Paul and Dan are once again joined by Bekah Hibbert and Keisuke Kanno to discuss strategies to connect with your female athletes and extrapolate the current research to help your patients achieve.  To learn more about the female athlete, please join us at The Huddle, in Phoenix AZ, March 10 and 11!

As we get closer to The Huddle 2023, Dan, Paul, and Bekah discuss a common and frequent sports injury, ankle sprains. Patrick Mahomes just suffered an acute ankle sprain and thus we felt it appropriate to discuss our treatment strategies to address this common injury! At The Huddle 2023, attendees will learn additional strategies to what you hear on the podcast today, so join us March 10-11, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ!

You guessed it, another Huddle speaker spotlight, as Dan and Bekah are joined by Dr. Chuck Peterson, MD today. The three discuss interesting patient cases including collaboration with other providers. Dr. Peterson also discusses cutting-edge procedures to assist with carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger! Dr. Peterson will be a featured speaker again at The Huddle on March 10 and 11, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Another Huddle speaker spotlight, as Dan and Bekah are joined by Dr. Melody Hrubes, MD today. The three discuss the Professional Performer and the demands to keep these athletes on the stage! Dr. Hrubes will be a featured speaker again at The Huddle on March 10 and 11, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ. Below is the link to the sports science discussed in today's episode! https://www.espnfrontrow.com/2016/11/espn-sport-science-takes-disneys-lion-king-lab/

Attention, Huddle Speaker Spotlight! Jesse Elis, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, COMT, CSCS, FAAOMPT joins Dan, Paul and Bekah today to discuss a crucial component of sports rehabilitation, acceleration and deceleration. To hear more from Jesse Elis and other incredible speakers, join us at The Huddle 2023!

Body tempering is gaining popularity in both body prep and physical therapy.  Ben Kelto, PT, DPT, joins Paul and Dan on the podcast to discuss components of body tempering and the impact it can have on resetting the neurological system.

Are you ready to attend The Huddle 2023? On today's podcast, Dan and Bekah are joined by Co-Course Directors of The Huddle, Brett Fischer, and Dr. Gary Waslewski! We will share some behinds the scenes information on why The Huddle is The Huddle and a sneak peek at the amazing group of speakers we have coming to Phoenix, AZ, on March 10th and 11th of 2023!

Do you have an interest in pursuing sports medicine at the professional level? Dr. Gary Waslewski, MD, and Brett Fischer join the podcast today, to share their expertise from years of working within sports medicine at the professional sports level. Dr. Waslewski is the Head Team Physician for both the Arizona Cardinal and Arizona Diamondbacks. Brett Fischer, PT, has been with the Arizona Cardinals for 14th years!

Collaboration, but what does it really mean within the network of sports medicine? Dan Miriovsky is joined today by Bekah Hibbert and Keisuke Kanno to discuss the key components of collaboration and strategies to integrate into your daily routine!

This opening will leave you both confused and eager to learn more about the essentials of exercise prescription. Today, Paul Gagliano is joined again by Dan Miriovsky and Keisuke Kanno to discuss additional components of prescribing improved exercise programs, while not specifically talking about exercise science.

No, this is not a risk management discussion, but rather a discussion focused on voids in many therapists knowledge! Dan Miriovsky is joined by Paul Gagliano and Keisuke Kanno to discuss the concepts from the science of exercise of energy systems, load and intensity!

Being a good consumer of research is part of our professional responsibility. Today, Dan Miriovsky is joined by Paul Gagliano and Keisuke Kanno to discuss levels of evidence and how we find time to integrate research into our clinical practice. The three discuss not underestimating the power of the patient in front of you to assist with building your body of knowledge.  There are some incredible nuggets to assist with developing pattern recognition and clinical reasoning for daily benefits.

Being a good consumer of research is a crucial aspect of our professional responsibility.  Today, Paul Gagliano is joined by Keisuke Kanno and Dan Miriovsky to continue the series, More Research is Needed.  The three discuss the question whether or not research can be wrong.  They discuss two different articles during this episode, "Formal Physical Therapy after Total Hip Arthroplasty is Not Required" and "Outcomes of Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Study of Patients One Year Postsurgery."

The statistics are staggering...our role is crucial.  Tune in as Paul Gagliano leads a discussion with Keisuke Kanno and Dan Miriovsky, on the epidemic of UCL injuries and the responsibility of the physical therapist in management and education.

You do not want to miss this episode, as Dan Miriovsky and Bekah Hibbert, share some of the highlights from "The Huddle 2022" sports medicine conference. If you missed this conference, check out this debrief and then purchase the on-demand package to catch all the action and information! The Huddle: Virtual

Bro, stretching, really? Mobility, stability, mostability, stamobility, creating mobility without stability creates instability...Holy cow my brain hurts. Dan Miriovsky is joined once again by Keisuke Kanno and John Kline for a philosophical discussion surrounding mobility versus stability. You will see this trio challenged by the questions and we hope it stimulates thoughts and discussions amongst you and your colleagues.

Our popular series makes a triumph return in 2022 as Dan Miriovsky is joined by Keisuke Kanno and John Kline to discuss ankle sprains. The three take time to not only discuss commonly found exercises on google, but they integrate a review article published in December of 2020 in the World Journal of Orthopedics, 'Acute ankle sprains in athletes: Clinical aspects and algorithmic approach' to drive the discussion.

The second edition of "More Research is Needed" with a practical example on how to read and interrupt research.  Paul Gagliano, Keisuke Kanno and Dan Miriovsky join together to discuss, "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf? Open Chain Exercises after ACL Reconstruction" from JOSPT Sept 2020. They discuss the three main points of the article and how it can be utilized during programming for patients.

A new series to focus on improving the ability to be a consumer of research. Paul Gagliano PT, DPT, Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC and Keisuke Kanno, PT, DPT, FAFS, CSCS gather together to kick off this series.  The three discuss the spectrum from 'research is everything' to 'function is everything.'  This theoretical discussion will lead you thinking about how you consume research and implement into your clinical care.

You down with O/PT? Wait, I know what a PT is and does, but what about an OT? Occupational therapist, Natalie Black OT, MOT, joins the pod today to discuss with Dan Miriovsky and Paul Gagliano the similarities and differences between physical and occupational therapy.

Engage. Intervene. Train. It is time for an update...a fresh logo matched with new theme music and what do you get, a significant piece of wisdom! Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT and Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC are joined by Tim Spooner, PT, FAFS to discuss the key characteristics of therapists that will be successful in the healthcare biosphere moving forward.

Learning. Progression. Mindset. Comfortable being uncomfortable. Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT and Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC are joined today by Keisuke Kanno (K2), PT, DPT, FAFS, CSCS, the newest member of our Practice Performance team, and Bekah Hibbert, ATC, Director of Sports Medicine at Spooner Physical Therapy, to discuss the mentality of lifelong learning.

Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT and Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC are joined today by Tim Spooner, PT, FAFS and Alicia Dulaney, PT, DPT, NCS to discuss the role of neurologic based approaches in outpatient orthopedics.  Tim and Alicia both share their professional journey that has led to successful outcomes. The four discuss pathways for success for therapists who have a strong desire to improve the skillset and treatment philosophy. #Congratson31years #WeApologizeforDansAttempttoSing

DPT is joined bye Sara Gagliano, PT, DPT, CLT-UE, Stephanie Winkler, PT, DPT and Dillon Moeller, PT, DPT, FAFS to discuss the transition from student to the professional life and tips to make the transition successful.

How do you approach an athlete that comes through your clinic and participates in a sport/task that you are completely unfamiliar with? Dan Miriovsky is joined by Paul Gagliano and Sara Gagliano to discuss strategies and some go to baseline measures to assist with helping these athletes achieve!

PSA –> Take off your mask for your health and the health of those around you! Stay tuned as Andrew Walquist, PT, DPT, FAFS, OCS joins us today to discuss his professional journey and the importance of critical self-reflection.  Listen closely to the advice and wisdom Andrew provides to all of us to improve our … Continue reading Ep. 62 – “Take Off Your Mask” →

Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT, Sara Gagliano, PT, DPT, CLT-UE, Carrie Yaeger, PT, DPT, PRPC and Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, MD join together to discuss keys to early detection in a silent, but common condition affecting women of child bearing age…..endometriosis. www.pelvicrehabilitation.com www.pelvicrehabilitation.com/rose-study-for-endometriosis-partnership/

Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT, Sara Gagliano, PT, DPT, CLT-UE and Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC are joined today by Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, MD of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. The four discuss the importance of an integrated care team and the role each plays in managing pelvic floor issues.   www.pelvicrehabilitation.com