Two PTs and a Mic

Learn how to assess and treat your patient's balance in the home health (or orthopedic) setting. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Learn my quick sequence for objective measurements during the evaluation--keeping the patient engaged throughout the process. Then collaborate on developing a "challenge" for the patient to do daily. 30 seconds sitstand test: https://www.sralab.org/rehabilitation-measures/30-second-sit-stand-test 5xsts Test: http://www.thompsonhealth.com/Portals/0/_RehabilitationServices/PT%20Mgmt%20of%20Knee/5XSST_handout.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

The acronym AIDET® stands for five communication behaviors: Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You. I quickly take you though ways to make it personal, supportive, and empowering for the patient. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Learning how to identify, test, and treat greater trochanteric bursitis. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

How to diagnose and treat a TFCC injury --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

The boys dig into the controversial topic of whether or not to renew their APTA memberships. Both of their memberships are expiring at the end of this month. JB does a good job showing the benefits of remaining a member while Jason voices his concerns at both the national and state level. They even take a deep dive into how plush the carpet at CSM was and wonder if that is where all the membership dues are going. Take a listen and tell us where you stand on the issue of APTA membership! #bringbackstudentpricing --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

An affordable forceplate that can roll up like a yoga mat, bluetooth to your Ipad, and give you and your patient real-time feedback anywhere!? Jeff and Justin talk to us about Boditrak! For more info, go to www.boditrakperformance.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Two PT's, a mic, and a cab. Here is a raw review from the back of a taxi reflecting on the entire 3 days at APTA CSM in Washington DC. Listen in as we discuss the intriguing and goofy exhibitors, the DC experience, and which PT had more fun, Jason or Jonathan? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Check out two of our last interviews from CSM attendees, Valerie and Nicole, who are both practicing physical therapists and former CSM attendees. They hit on the logistics of getting to these conferences, what to consider when choosing to attend, and how applicable it is for their own clinical work. Not to mention the cruise ship feel with just so many options to choose from. Check out Valerie's skills and knowledge in acute care, fitness, and motivation here: IG: fitnessxfanatics To find out more of Nicole's work on better serving Older Adults, reach out to her here: Website: http://www.seniorrehabproject.com/ IG: SeniorRehab Twitter: Senior Rehab Project SRP - @SeniorRehab --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Lauren Stanley-Alpert OTR/L, C/NDT teaches us about some amazing opportunities with her non-profit Therapist Without Borders. Go to www.twcinc.org for more info. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Mark Stevens just finished his first travel job. He takes a minute to teach us the lessons he learned the hard way! If interested in knowing a little bit more on Mark the PT from Great Britain, check him out at Mark@PTFinalExam.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Emma Shapiro PT, DPT is amazing. In this minisode, we get to hear how she founded and nurtures a community of young therapist that are conquering their student loans at record pace through travel physical therapy, student loan guidance, and entrepreneurism! Go to www.debtfreept.com for more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support

Welcome to Two PTs and a Mic. We're here to help you become a better clinician. We're here to help make research make sense. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/two-pts-and-a-mic/support