What The Cup !? A Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of What The Cup?! Today we are joined by two awesome minds, Dr. Diego Hidalgo, also known as SkepticalPhysio, and Dr. Leada Malek. In the episode, the team dives into why you should question EVERYTHING. You don't want to miss this one! 

Welcome back to another episode of What The Cup!? In this episode we are joined by best-selling author, teacher, and fitness pioneer Jill Miller.  Jill has studied movement for more than 30 years and has been instrumental in foraging the links between fitness, yoga, and pain management.  Within the episode, Chris and Jill dive in to some of the "buzz words" floating around the movement and manual therapy sphere and the narrative that surrounds them. They speak on some of the most current evidence and debunk it as fact or fiction. Lastly, they take a deep dive into the diaphragm and how important it is for movement, recovery, and physical and emotional well-being. 

Welcome back! We are excited to debate new evidence based discussions this year for our great audience.  This episode dives into the current literature on running mechanics and the nuances of treating the running athlete.  We cover some of the many in depth tools and applications that are covered in our new online course "Clinical Running Health; Applied Biomechanics."  The new 6.5 hour CEU course can be found at IntegratedMovementHealth.com

In episode 30, Chris sits down with two inspirational clinicians who have taken the road less traveled.  Pioneering, innovating, and mentoring are three big descriptors for these humans which you are going to hear some details on in this amazing conversation.  If the word burnout has at all entered your mind regarding your path, then this episode is going to fill your brain with some new exciting ideas and opportunities for growth. Shante Cofield, better known as the Movement Maestro,  runs a social media based company that provides both online and in-person education for movement professionals, now providing  one-one-one and group online business coaching for health and wellness professionals. IG: @themovementmaestroAnd Dr. Kim Topp is a researcher, former faculty member and Department Chair at UCSF, and now professor emeritus. She has dedicated her career to improving physical therapy curricula, mentoring rising clinicians, and serving in leadership roles in the anatomy community. Join us as we explore career options and tangents outside of a traditional clinical setting! 

This month, Chris sits down with Mike Stella, an athletic trainer who is trying to change the way we think about acute injuries and the optimal healing process. We've always advised people to ice after a strain or sprain, but do we ever think about why? What's the mechanism? Does it really change long term outcomes?  Does it actually improve the local swelling? Maybe we should think about MEAT instead of RICE for injury management.  Deep dive into all the options for injury recovery other than NSAIDs, ice, and rest with this evidence based info packed episode.  Find out more about Mike and the End of the Ice Age at mikestellamovement.com, and @mikestella_atc on social media.

Welcome back! We're here this week with Alexis Leveille. He's a physical therapist and content creator, known for his handle @nobullshitphysio. His page debunks a lot of the literature floating in the rehabilitation world, helping people understand what's science and what's just...not.  Lets hear the debate with DaPrato and Alexis.Find Alexis @nobullshitphysio on all platforms. 

Welcome back, it's been awhile!  Today, we bring you Dr. Jennifer Crane, PT, ATC who is a dual credentialed allied health professional who works specifically with individuals in the circus and performing art realm!  You might also know her from her fantastic Instagram profile @cirquephysio where she posts about treatment strategies, myths, and other fantastic information.  Her conversation with Dr. DaPrato dives into the long-misunderstood world of hyper-mobility, and the practical things to do for it might surprise you!

Today we're excited to be joined by The Barbell Physio (@thebarbellphysio) for a great discussion about weighted loading, specificity, and where weight lifting plays in to the rehabilitations process.  A hot topic in rehab, Dr. Zach Long provides some great insight into the use of weights with rehab patients!  Enjoy Episode 25 of What The Cup!? A Podcast!

Today we have such a special guest and we're so pleased she could join us - the one and only Dr. Jen Fraboni, PT, DPT aka @DocJenFit.  Physical Therapist, health guru, and social media sensation Doc Jen has some amazing insight into the social media health and fitness world, and how her role as a physical therapist has fit in.  It was such a pleasure chatting with you Jen, we hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as we did (even if DaPrato did just absolutely destroy your previous last name - sorry, he's had too many COVID tests).  Enjoy Episode 24 of What The Cup!? A Podcast, and make sure to follow her @docjenfit and visit her website www.docjenfit.com for more info!

Today we're joined by a good friend, Paul Kohlmeier, who runs Cupping Canada.  We've had years of conversations and friendly competitions with Paul and his team, but today DaPrato sits down and has the first real conversation about techniques, cup styles, and use theories.  Find out about our plans for putting on the first International Cup Therapy Symposium in the next 2-3 years in order to grow our understanding and develop appropriate nomenclature when talking about the different methods of using negative pressure. Get some evidence informed pearls for free from these two industry leaders with very different backgrounds and styles, but similar passions for negative pressure research.  So whether you're in the US, Canada, or somewhere else we hope you enjoy Episode 23 of What The Cup!? A Podcast!

We're back! You know you missed us, we know we missed you!  For our first episode back we've got a big one - Dr. Clare Frank, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT.  She's the founder of Movement Links, and spent years studying movement systems under some of the great names in the rehabilitation science world in Dr. Shirley Sahrmann and Dr. Vladimir Janda.  She's also an instructor in the Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization program, and just a great pleasure to speak with.  And for a special bonus, we're joined by our good friend and colleague, Dr. Cathy Hoang, PT, DPT, who has studied under Dr. Frank and who works as a Clinical Faculty member at UCSF.  Dr. Hoang also heads up the UCSF Orthopedic Residency Program.  We're excited to be back, and hope you enjoy Episode 22 (!!) of What the Cup!? A Podcast.

Today's episode features our world renowned San Francisco neighbor, and all-star physiotherapist, Dr. Kelly Starrett!  Co-Founder of The Ready State (previously Mobility WOD), CrossFit guru, author of multiple bestselling books including Becoming A Supple Leopard and Waterman 2.0, co-founder of the non-profit StandUpKids, and all-around mobility master.  He and DaPrato dive deep into the world of information overload on social media, including the science and not-so-science-backed advice and tools for patients/clients.  Listen for the details on evidence informed clinical decision making and how to empower your clients.  Thanks for coming KStar, and enjoy the podcast!  Check out more at www.thereadystate.com where you can access a FREE 14-day trial to The Ready State's flagship program called Virtual Mobility Coach. Check it out!

Today's episode bridges the gap between Western medicine and Eastern medicine, with two of our favorite acupuncturists out there, Christy Kennedy and Jennifer Ross.  Christy currently practices in Denver, CO and Jennifer practices in Oakland, CA.  Listen in as they discuss with DaPrato the complex intermingling of Eastern Medicine and Western Medicine in regards to science, research, movement, traditional ideologies, and more.  Learn more about your body through the lens of a holistic perspective. Want to know why MFD is different than cupping??  Well, tune in now as two of our cupping experts discuss with our very own in house MFD expert, on Episode 20 of "What the Cup!? A Podcast!"

We're changing it up this week, and bringing you an all new mini-series within the "What the Cup!? A Podcast" world.  We're calling it "Reversing the Pressure" and we're directing the questions back at DaPrato so incite interesting, and sometimes intense, discussions about all things Cup Therapy, MFD, manual therapy, exercise, and more!  Plus - you get twice the old man jokes!  One our first episode, Danny (thebowtiept_MFD) directs questions which focus on the manual therapy controversies and how to handle the onslaught of criticism from a divided rehab world, the importance of a combined use of manual therapy and mechanics assessment/exercise for patient care, and the current and future directions of the Cup Therapy brand and MFD research!  We hope you enjoy our new mini series "Reversing The Pressure" and we thank you one and all for the continued support, follows, downloads, likes, and comments!  

Let's talk lymphatics!!  In Episode 18, we're going to dive deep into the long-ignored complexities of the lymphatic system, and the crossroads of this system with the fascial system.  We're honored to have the world renowned lymphatic guru, Dr. Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMA for today's podcast!  You can find out more about Dr. Nickelston at his website (stopchasingpain.com), and you should absolutely give him a follow on Instagram at @stopchasingpain.  Enjoy this incredible conversation on Season 2, Episode 9 of What The Cup!? A Podcast!

Your first 2021 episode is here!!  We're back to discuss the hot topic of academia and research!  Carrying over from out last conversation with Dr. Letchford, we have our special guest Dr. Rich Souza from UCSF today to discuss the hills and valleys of academia and research through his own lens, and how to stay productive without losing your mind.  You can find more information on Dr. Souza at his website for the Souza Lab below.  Enjoy Episdoe 17 of What The Cup!? A Podcast, and Happy New Year from your Cup Therapy family!Souza Lab: https://radiology.ucsf.edu/research/labs/musculoskeletal-quantitative-imaging/labs/souza-lab

Episode 16 of "What The Cup!?" brings you a powerhouse professional, Dr. Liz Letchford!  Dr. Letchford recently successfully defended her PhD dissertation on 1st and 2nd attempt landing mechanics in relation to ACL rehab and prevention.  She also works as an Athletic Trainer independently and for the Golden State Warriors Dance team.  Listen in as she, DaPrato, and our very own powerhouse PT clinician Dr. Nina Freitas discuss the mentorship of research, challenging the establishment, academia, and her motto of "Stay Curious."  Big thanks to Dr. Letchford for joining!Check out her website at www.lizletchford.com for more information!

Olympic gymnastics fans, where you at!?  Everyone loves gymnastics, and the same can be said for one of our favorite Olympic gymnasts, Ms. Toni-Ann Williams!  she's a former Cal Berkeley women's gymnastics star, and the FIRST Jamaican Olympic gymnast ever!  She's also battled through some incredible injuries, and has an amazing outlook on rehab, recovery, and life in general.  Listen as she discusses finding her "why" in the process, and how she's used her experience to help others.  Enjoy Season 2, Episode 5 (grand total of 15!) of What The Cup!? A Podcast!

Hello WNBA fans!! We've got a special treat for you today on the podcast, with our special guest Courtney Watson, Head Athletic Trainer for the Los Angeles Sparks!  Serving as team ATC for 12 YEARS, she has incredible knowledge of the ins/outs of the sports medicine world, and finding "your lane."  She also works closely with renowned boxing Champion Floyd Mayweather on his sports medicine team!  Hear all about her incredible experience and knowledge on Season 2, Episode 4 (# 14 total) of What The Cup!? A Podcast!

Special Trick or Treat Edition of What The Cup!?: A Podcast!  Small business owner, and sports physical therapy extraordinaire Dr. Chris Garcia, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW joins us today to discuss treating athletes, finding your passion with your work family, and just generally dropping some important knowledge bombs!  You can find out more about Chris and his team at sportsperformancept.com online.  Happy Halloween from your Cup Therapy family, and enjoy Season 2, Episode 3!

Coming just in time for the World Series, the second episode of Season 2 brings you Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Oakland Athletics (A's), Brian Schulman!  Listen in as DaPrato and Brian talk all things baseball, the 2020 MLB season, continuing education, and building relationships by being real.  Sit back and enjoy!

"Finding The Strength In The Struggle"Season 2 is here!!  And what better way to start it off than with two, that's right TWO, amazing stories of success and overcoming barriers!?  Robert Paylor, ex-Cal Rugby player who sustained a C5-6 vertebral fracture with a spinal cord injury, leaving him paralyzed from the neck down.  And Raziel Rizzo, who was told she'd never walk again after 108deg spinal fusion led to a thoracic spinal cord injury.  Both overcame their doubters, and proved that with hard work and extreme perseverance, ANYTHING is possible!!We're so proud and privileged to have these two on our podcast today.  Enjoy!

Curious about the in-depth details of the sport medicine world?  Think it's all glitz and glamour?  Well, Episode 10 bring us a deep conversation with Dr. Cindy Chang about this very topic.  Dr. Chang served as the head team physician for all 27 intercollegiate teams at Cal Berkeley for 13 years, was the Team USA Chief Medical Officer for the 2008 Beijing Paralympics and 2012 London Olympics, and recently returned from the WNBA "Wubble" serving all of the amazing women there!  Hear all about her experiences throughout her amazing sports medicine career, as well as most recently with the WNBA on this episode of "What The Cup!? A Podcast".

Who's the only person tougher than a UFC fighter? The Director of Physical Therapy at the UFC of course! Dr. Heather Linden joins us on the podcast today to discuss athlete rehab, interprofessional care, and the benefits of MFD in fighters compared to Team USA athletes!  Awesome conversation with a very skilled "Master Clinician" that everyone can enjoy!  

If you love sports, if you love fascia, if you love sports medicine - this is the conversation for you!!  The legendary Sue Falsone joins us on the podcast today to discuss all things fascia, manual therapy, negative pressure and dry needling, and sports in general!  Fantastic conversation with a wonderful human being, and guru in the sports medicine world.  Enjoy Episode 8, with Sue Falsone!

Hey there all you knuckleheads!  Special treat for all of the sports fans, rehab fans, and orthopedic surgery fans out there - one of our family members at UCSF in the orthopedic surgery dept, previous Cal team ortho for multiple teams, team ortho for the previously disbanded but champion SF Deltas soccer team, USA soccer and taekwondo team ortho, and newly appointed Chief of Sports Medicine and Head Team Physician at Yale.  Please welcome, Dr. Christina Allen!

Hey all you volleyball fans, former Cal volleyball star, liver transplant survivor, and amazing all around human being - Savannah Rennie joins us on the podcast today.  Listen in as she tells you her story of battles, grit, and determination in health and sport, and how myofascial decompression helped with her recovery.  Enjoy!

Team USA and rugby fans, buckle up!  Blaine Scully is here with us to discuss rehabilitation, self-care, dedication, and the role of physiotherapy (PT) throughout his illustrious rugby career.

Super Bowl Champion and starting right tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs, Mitch Schwartz joins us for the podcast this week!  Named to CBS Sports' 2019 All-Decade Team, and owner of the record for most consecutive snap counts...and two famous Pomeranians.  Heck of a player, and even better human!  Thanks again, Mitch, for joining us on "What The Cup!?: A Podcast."

We're joined by a very special guest today, professional swimmer Nathan Adrian!  Nathan is a 5x NCAA champion at Cal Berkeley, 3x Olympian with 5 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze medals collected, winner of numerous World Championships, Pan American Championships and Pan Pacific Championships.  He's also an ambassador for the recently introduced International Swimming League (ISL), and was a nominee for the Laureus Comeback Athlete of the Year for 2020.  Perhaps his most amazing feat thus far however is his win against Testicular Cancer, which he discusses during the podcast.  So sit back, relax, and enjoy Episode 3 of the WTC Podcast!  Thanks for watching!

Today we're excited to be joined by professional triathlete Meredith Kessler!  She's an 11x Ironman World Champion, USA Triathlon's 2014 Non-Drafting Athlete of the Year, 2018's #1 US Female Triathlete, and advocate of the Challenged Athlete Foundation (CAF).  Listen in as she talks about her experience with Ironman races, training, injury and recovery with the assistance of Myofascial Decompression (MFD).

Our inaugural episode features one of our close friends, Amy Bilquist.  A 5x NCAA swimming champion, USA Swimming champion, member of numerous record-breaking relay times at Cal Berkeley, and currently a professional swimmer with the Scottsdale Aquatic Club and Arena Athletes.