Podcasts about Physical therapy

Physical therapists Ginny Paleg, Roslyn Livingstone, and Helen Milligan joined the podcast to talk about their approach to physical therapy in younger children with Down syndrome.  They drew upon the published review article that can be found here https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29630564/.  They discussed the "6 F-Words" of therapy: fitness, functioning, family, fun, friendships, future.   If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to DownSyndromeCenter@chp.edu. If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit https://givetochildrens.org/downsyndromecenter. We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this podcast.

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In this episode, Dan is joined by Dr. Rick Pitman to discuss the intersection of research grade technology and sports rehab. Dr. Rick Pitman, DPT, is a physical therapist and founder of AnthroKinetics Physio Lab in Morrisville, North Carolina. He earned his B.S. in Exercise Science and Integrative Physiology and Doctor of Physical Therapy from Pacific University. His clinical approach blends orthopedic and sports rehabilitation with advanced biomechanics, using 3D motion capture, EMG, and dynamometry to improve movement assessment and clinical decision-making. Rick's background includes sports medicine, on-field injury management, post-operative rehab, return-to-sport testing, injury prevention, and performance. His work focuses on translating research into practical, individualized, data-informed care.Website: AnthroKinetics.comInstagram: @anthrokineticsSeason 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician's hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound.Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model.Episode Affiliates: Airbands BFR (Coupon Code: DANIELBRAUN for 10% off), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN)If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review.Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

Lisa, Debbie "Sharpie," and Steve sit down with Steven, a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Orlando and host of the Happily Ever Active podcast, to talk about how to actually get your body ready for a Disney World vacation — before you ever set foot in the parks. Steven breaks down how most people walk only 4,000–5,000 steps a day but need to handle 20,000+ at Disney, and why that sudden jump (not the walking itself) is what causes sore feet, back pain, and injuries like plantar fasciitis and shin splints. He shares his progressive walking plan to build up mileage in the 1–3 months before your trip, the real rules for buying park-ready shoes (heel cup, toe box, breaking them in at the end of the day), how to prevent and treat the dreaded "Disney rash," chafing fixes for hot, humid park days, and the right way to wear a backpack so it doesn't wreck your shoulders and back by 3pm. The crew also digs into packing smart for a day in the parks, hidden bench and ledge spots for a quick sit-down break in line, stretches you can do in the queue for Rise of the Resistance, and how to pace a multi-generational family trip so grandma, grandpa, and the kids all actually enjoy the day instead of melting down during "Mickey's Magical Meltdown" hour. Steven's free resources, walking program, water station map, and his book Disney Ready: Your Pain-Free Parks Survival Guide are all available at fitforthemagic.com. This episode is brought to you by Pixie Vacations — no-fee travel agents who help families plan Disney World, Universal, cruise, and all-inclusive vacations. Ready to plan your next trip? Visit pixievacations.com to get a free quote. Got a comment or question? Email us at comments@mousechat.net. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next time on Mouse Chat! A couple of quick notes: I flagged the guest's name as "Steven" throughout (distinct from host Steve) and I gave him credit for "Doctor of Physical Therapy" based on what he said in the episode — worth a quick glance before you publish to make sure I got his title and site name (fitforthemagic.com) exactly right. Want me to trim this down to a shorter version for the Blubrry field if there's a character limit, or draft a companion blog post / show notes page for pixievacations.com or the Griswold Family Vacations site off the same content?

On this episode of Justin, Scott, and Spiegel we talk about Justin's wear and tear from his Nitro Circus run. Tune in to hear how it went at physical therapy and more. Who went to PT and how did it go? One way to find out. Hit play!

Get on the waitlist for the next cohort of the online LTAP® Level 1 courseIn this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I share some thoughts sparked by the Tactical Strength Coach Annual Training around building trust, getting people out of pain, and improving movement. I unpack what actually builds trust with your clients and why getting results is such an important piece of that relationship. I also challenge the common approach of using movement to correct movement and explore why understanding why the body is moving that way can completely change where you start treatment.In This Episode, You'll Learn:The three things I believe create trust between practitioners and clientsHow a better assessment can improve both your outcomes and your confidence as a practitionerWhy where you start treatment may matter more than the treatment tool you chooseIf you want your clients to trust you, you have to be able to help them get results. But getting better results might require changing the way you think about the problem in the first place.Resources & Links Mentioned In This Episode:Get on the waitlist for the next cohort of the online LTAP® Level 1 courseGet on the waitlist for the REVitalize Mentorship (2026-2027)Ep. 125: You're Already Treating The Viscera... You Just Don't Know ItCheck out the Swelling Reduction Protocol Course Here!Learn the LTAP® In-Person in one of my upcoming coursesConsidering the viscera as a source of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is a great way to ensure a more true whole body approach to care, however it can be a bit overwhelming on where to start, which is exactly why I created the Visceral Referral Cheat Sheet. This FREE download will help you to learn the most common visceral referral patterns affecting the musculoskeletal system. Download it at www.unrealresultspod.com=================================================Watch the podcast on YouTube and subscribe!Join the MovementREV email list to stay up to date on the Unreal Results Podcast and MovementREV education. Be social and follow me:Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

In this episode of the Will Power Podcast, recorded live at APTA CSM, Will Humphreys sits down with Michael Viscuso, CEO of Metro Physical Therapy, and Samantha DiRosa, Clinical Director at Metro, to talk about how intentional leadership development shapes culture, retention, and patient care in private practice.Michael and Samantha break down how Metro built a leadership pipeline that starts with new grads and continues through clinical directors and regional leaders. They cover Metro's NextGen and Ascend leadership programs, the books that shape their culture (including Start With Why and The Energy Bus), and how giving staff a real choice between clinical and leadership paths keeps people engaged instead of burned out.Key takeaways:Leadership is built through extra effort. Students and new grads who ask questions, attend outside events, and invest in relationships stand out early.Metro runs two named leadership programs, NextGen for emerging leaders and Ascend for staff moving toward clinical director roles, and both are led directly by the CEO and VP of Operations.Burnout often signals disconnection from purpose, not a lack of skill. Reconnecting to the reason someone got into the field restores motivation.Empowerment means setting clear expectations and trusting the process, not controlling the outcome.Metro has grown to 62 locations while keeping its CEO personally involved in leadership days and clinic visits.Practice owners who are overwhelmed should focus on finding the right people for the right seats, then genuinely empowering them to make decisions.If you're a PT student trying to figure out where to start, a clinician feeling burned out, or a practice owner who doesn't know how to build leadership into your business, this episode gives you a real roadmap. Connect with Metro Physical TherapyWebsite: https://www.metrophysicaltherapy.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetroPhysicalandAquaticTherapy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/metro-physical-&-aquatic-therapy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metroptnySend us Fan MailRockstars specialize in helping support or replace all non-clinical roles.Learn how a Rockstar can help scale your physical therapy practice.Subscribe here to our completely free Stress-Free PT Newsletter for your weekly dose of joy. 

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom interview nutritionist Thomas DeLauer, who specializes in cognitive nutrition and performance. Thomas shares his journey from corporate healthcare to nutrition advocacy, emphasizing how nutrition and diet impact brain function and mental clarity. He highlights key foods like dark berries, MCT oil, and eggs for cognitive support, discusses metabolic flexibility, and introduces the concept of "energy flux" for improving metabolism. Thomas also offers practical strategies for sustainable lifestyle changes, including managing willpower and optimizing meal timing for peak mental and physical performance. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women's health and nutrition with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! Thomas's Resources: Thomas on IG Thomas on YT Thomas's Website Thomas on FB We Think You'll Love: FREE week of Jen Heath Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/473 What You'll Learn: 2:05 What is Cognitive Nutrition? 8:09 Optimizing Energy and Brainpower 11:09 Foods for Mental Clarity 15:06 Fasting and Ketones for Brain Function 21:52 Understanding Metabolism 28:52 Improving Metabolic Health 32:08 Dieting Without Crashing Your Metabolism 35:20 Intuitive Eating and Whole Foods 38:07 The Importance of Protein and Fiber 42:33 Maintaining Willpower Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Mueller (@jmthrivept), Doctor of Physical Therapy, hosts the DD Injury Podcast, covering all of the injuries we are monitoring as we finish preseason of the 2026 NFL season. This week we cover key players including Patrick Mahomes, Daniel Jones, Bo Nix, Christian McCaffrey, Breece Hall, Jeremiyah Love, Alvin Kamara, Jordyn Tyson, Emeka Egbuka, Luther Burden, Malik Nabers, Rashee Rice, Alec Pierce, George Kittle, Tucker Kraft, Ashton Jeanty, and many more! Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/ Join the discord for FREE: https://discord.gg/TAeWz3B5VW Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB Sub to the Wake up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to Ray's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/destinationdevy Become a Member on Youtube for access to the Dynasty Deal Show Live, Destination Chill and other member benefits, like priority reply to comments and unique badges and emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV84gHvtBMXxzN9ZPI9XHfg/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking for an online personal trainer but aren't sure where to start? Maybe you want to build strength, lose weight, improve your fitness, or feel better in your body after 40—but you don't know what type of workouts you should be doing or how to find the right coach. In this episode, Michele Riechman with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Health Coach, and Online Personal Trainer, explains what women over 40 should look for in an online personal trainer and why strength training is one of the most important things you can do as you age. You'll learn: Why strength training is essential for women over 40 How building muscle can improve confidence, energy, and overall health What makes a good online personal trainer Questions to ask before hiring a fitness coach Why personalized workouts are important as your body changes How to start strength training safely whether you are a beginner or more advanced If you are looking for an online personal trainer for women over 40 who can help you build strength, create healthy habits, and feel confident in your body, this episode is for you. Mentioned in this episode:

Matt and Allie are onsite at our Dry Ridge location to talk virtual reality with Zoë Luebbe, PT DPT AIB-VRC. Zoë brings two articles on how VR can be used in treatment for concussion/ vestibular patients and also poses the student PT question! VR has quickly evolved and is used medically across many different practices, these articles discuss clinical trials and their outcomes using VR. Being certified and specializing in vestibular/ concussion treatments, Zoë shares her thoughts and ideas for the future of using VR in a PT settingRead the articles here:Central and Peripheral Attention in Virtual Reality: Test of Visual Efficiency for Concussion DetectionVirtual reality-based interventions for the rehabilitation of vestibular and balance impairments post-concussion: a scoping reviewDid you know that you don't need a doctor's prescription to receive physical therapy?  You can schedule here . The laws of Direct Access allow you to receive physical therapy without a referral and still use your insurance benefits! Learn more on how Direct Access can help YOU! Our website: https://www.oxfordphysicaltherapy.com/

This week, Robby gets to know 3* rider and 3rd level Dressage rider Allie Anderson. Based in Wisconsin, Allie also holds her doctorate of Physical Therapy for humans. Allie offers unique services within her business from the PT background like therapeutic services for riders from training to evaluation to better skills from a biomechanics point of view. It was fun getting to hear Allie's story!To follow Allie's journey:https://www.instagram.com/adastraeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

In this episode, we have a discussion with Myles Murphy and Ruth Chimenti to discuss the topic of Achilles Tendinopathy. We explore:Subjective and objective assessment of Achilles tendinopathyTraditional assessment tests and differential diagnosisBoom-bust cycle in tendinopathyDifference in management for acute vs chronic tendinopathyCurrent evidence for treatment of Achilles TendinopathyGold standard for loading of tendons

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Send us Fan MailSarah Tyndall, PT, MPT, OCS, is a Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Physical Therapist who trained in Classical Ballet growing up, ultimately deciding to pursue a career in Physical Therapy to help other dancers reach their dreams and highest potential. Dance has remained an integral part of Sarah's life, branching into Latin and Salsa style performance training even after grad school.Over Sarah's more than 20 years of practice and nearly 14 years as a Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialist, her experience ranges from children to older adults with focused niche skills in Dance Medicine and Performing Arts and Foot & Ankle injuries.Sarah has previously worked with performers and students of Philadelphia Ballet, Rock School for Dance Education, University of the Arts, touring shows “Phantom of the Opera” and “So You Think You Can Dance”, and many others in the Philadelphia region. She also worked with internationally competitive Figure Skaters and gained exposure through medical and therapy team members for the Philadelphia Phillies, Eagles and Flyers, bringing a strong understanding of the importance of truly cross-training the body to achieve maximal performance.Her time spent as a therapist in this setting has helped her develop a deeper understanding of fast-paced triage, treatment planning and return to training programs for strength and conditioning. Sarah also decided to pursue more in-depth Pilates training through Balanced Body, to draw on and expand treatment concepts she has used throughout her career.Find Sarah at-https://restore-reform-pt.com/IG- @restore.reform.ptFB- @Restore.Reform.PTFind Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

Send us Fan MailInsurance might cover the visit, but is it covering the care?In this episode, Dr. Mike Aguino breaks down what really happens behind the scenes of physical therapy clinics, from insurance reimbursements and burnout to why great patient outcomes often come down to education, movement, and accountability.We also dive into the future of rehab, the gap between physical therapy and personal training, and what it takes to help people recover and perform at a higher level.Have you ever felt rushed through a healthcare appointment?Accountability is leverage.#anthonyamen #accountabilityisleverage #physicaltherapy #healthcare #rehabSupport the showLearn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

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Dr. Karen Litzy speaks with Hannah Kim, CEO and co-founder of Pocket, about the hidden operational burden that happens before a patient ever reaches the clinic door. They break down why front office teams get stretched too thin, how insurance verification and scheduling create revenue leakage, and what it looks like when a clinic automates the full pre-arrival workflow without losing the human touch. In this episode: ·       Karen frames the episode around the pre-arrival patient journey and why it matters for physical therapy clinics. ·       Hannah Kim explains Pocket's focus on automating intake, insurance verification, scheduling, and patient communications. ·       The biggest front office inefficiency is overload: one team is often handling phone calls, insurance verification, scheduling, onboarding, and patient greetings. ·       Insurance verification is more complex than checking a portal - clinics often need to call payers, confirm authorization requirements, and verify visit limits. ·       Manual verification can take hours and includes documentation, EMR entry, calculating patient responsibility, and explaining benefits to patients. ·       Growth exposes weak systems: workflows that work for one or two locations often break when a clinic scales. ·       Slow or incomplete pre-arrival responses can cause patients to book elsewhere, creating missed visits and revenue leakage. ·       Pocket aims to own the full process from start to finish, including extracting patient info from the EMR, verifying benefits, making calls when needed, creating documentation, and uploading it back into the EMR. ·       Beyond insurance, Pocket also supports intake, onboarding, case creation, first-visit scheduling, and automated patient communications. ·       Hannah shares that the best transformations free front office staff to spend more time with patients, reduce burnout, and support clinic growth without adding staff. Timestamps: (00:01) Intro to the pre-arrival patient experience (00:52) Hannah Kim's background in healthcare and scaling Clipboard Health (02:10) Front office inefficiencies that show up again and again (03:20) Why insurance verification eats so much time (04:15) EMR documentation and the scheduling "Tetris" problem (05:53) The red flag that front office is quietly bleeding money (07:39) What front desk time could be used for instead (08:55) Why problems get worse as clinics scale (09:33) Why the pre-arrival journey affects first impressions and revenue (11:51) The biggest patient-loss window: weekends and after hours (14:08) Why insurance verification is still so manual (15:59) What a clearinghouse is and why it is not enough (17:11) The cost of sloppy or incomplete verification (18:20) How Pocket handles the full verification workflow (21:02) Expanding beyond insurance into the entire pre-arrival journey (23:48) What transformation looks like after automation (26:09) How clinics get comfortable letting go of manual processes (28:16) Why technology should reduce burnout, not replace people (29:47) Lightning round: front office assumptions, coordination of benefits, and advice from banking (34:30) Where to find Hannah Kim and Pocket Key frameworks ·       Pre-arrival journey: everything that happens before the first visit ·       Full-process automation: not just clearinghouse checks, but calls, documentation, EMR updates, and patient communication ·       Coordination of benefits: verifying primary, secondary, and tertiary coverage before problems show up later Notable quotes ·       "The pre-arrival journey is just so important. It's the first impression that patients have from your clinic." ·       "Nobody wants to be drowning in admin stuff." ·       "Technology implemented in the right way really helps a lot of clinics and really helps ease some of that burnout." Resources & Links: ·      Hannah on LinkedIn ·      Pocket Website ·      2048 Ventures More About Hannah: Hannah Kim is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pocket, an AI-powered pre-arrival platform that automates patient intake, insurance verification, scheduling, and patient communications for physical therapy clinics. She devoted her entire career to healthcare - began her career in healthcare investment banking at Centerview Partners before joining Clipboard Health, an "Uber for nurses" that built a marketplace connecting healthcare facilities with nurses for on-demand staffing. As Chief of Staff, Hannah helped scale Clipboard Health from Series A to Series C, supporting the company's growth into a billion dollar company. Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

Student PT Maddie and her CI (and clinic manager) Rob Schwab, PT DPT join Matt and Allie for a student spotlight episode on her last day of her clinical rotation. Maddie shares her background, PT school experience and previous clinical round stories, as well as her interest in gross anatomy.Matt asks Maddie to share what she learned most through her experience and her thoughts on using our Ai assisted documentation system. Maddie speaks to her past self, and shares advice on how she would approach starting as a new PT student and how to be more confident.Did you know that you don't need a doctor's prescription to receive physical therapy?  You can schedule here . The laws of Direct Access allow you to receive physical therapy without a referral and still use your insurance benefits! Learn more on how Direct Access can help YOU! Our website: https://www.oxfordphysicaltherapy.com/

We're back with another Best of The Body Pod episode and this one earns a rerun because bone health is one of those topics that quietly becomes urgent for midlife women, often before we even realize it's happening.In this episode, Dr. Lisa Moore (physical therapist, educator, and founder of Brick House Bones) breaks down the real differences between osteoporosis and osteopenia, walks us through her signature 4x4 strength training method, and explains why building bone density now is one of the most powerful things you can do for your long-term independence.From fracture prevention to strength and balance, this conversation is packed with practical, science-backed guidance every woman over 40 needs which is exactly why we wanted to bring it back for anyone who missed it the first time.Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is the only fitness investment that grows with you! Get instant access to my full training system and design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body. Start training with a 10-day free trial →Finish 2026 Strong. Two expert-led ways to close out the year, each with a community of women learning and training beside you. Be first in line → when we open doors for early access to Fat Loss Happens Education course and the Shred Happens challenge.

Dealing with pain or an injury can be one of the most frustrating experiences, especially when you're eager to get back to your regular training or daily activities. But what most people don't realize is that by playing an active role in your recovery, you can actually bounce back faster and build back even stronger than before. On today's show, you're going to learn about how to rebuild strength and functionality after an injury.   Today's guest, Dr. Steve Sudell is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the owner of Prehab2Perform Physical Therapy. Steve has more than 15 years of experience helping athletes recover, solve health issues, and build more resilient bodies with evidence-based tools. On today's show, he's sharing what it takes to prevent injuries, how to recover smarter, and how to prehab your body to become more resilient.  In this interview, you're going to learn about the specific, science-backed inputs your body needs to recover and heal from injuries. You're also going to learn how to take control of your health with mobility and prehab exercises. Understanding these principles can help you build a strong and resilient body that can bounce back from any challenge you might face. I hope you enjoy this interview with Dr. Steve Sudell!   In this episode you'll discover:  What it takes to recover from an injury. (10:07)  What the two-week rule is. (13:20)   Why doctors sometimes give misguided advice about recovery and healing. (17:21)  How to use your pain as a guide. (20:55)  The importance of trusting your body to heal. (22:19)  How to give your body the foundations it needs to aid the healing process. (24:24)  The role your mind plays in healing. (29:37)  Why having a baseline of fitness and strength is helpful during recovery. (34:01)  What prehab means. (36:54)  The best tools for healing and recovery. (47:10)  Five exercises everyone should do for better mobility and health. (51:23)  What the 7-minute squat challenge is. (54:06)  How to counteract tech neck and improve your posture. (1:05:58)   Items mentioned in this episode include:  Piquelife.com/model - Doctor-approved, cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation. Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions.  Boncharge.com/model - BON CHARGE is one of our favorite wellness brands for supporting recovery, sleep, and overall health. Their award-winning red light therapy products utilize clinically studied 660nm red light and 850nm near-infrared light frequencies to help optimize your body's natural recovery and repair processes. Get 15% off with code MODEL.  Connect with Dr. Steven Sudell Website / Instagram / YouTube   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Pique and BON CHARGE.   Elevate your daily ritual with cutting-edge, doctor-approved teas designed to support your metabolism, skin, and overall vitality. Unlock exclusive savings on bundles and subscriptions at piquelife.com/model.   From red light therapy panels and face masks to full-body blankets, BON CHARGE makes it easy to incorporate science-backed wellness into your daily routine. Just 5–10 minutes per day can help support better sleep, recovery, relaxation, and healthier-looking skin. Use code MODEL for 15% off storewide. Get 15% off with code MODEL at boncharge.com/model.  

Physical therapy is at an inflection point. Rising demand is creating new opportunities, while burnout, reimbursement pressures, student debt, and changing expectations are challenging the profession to evolve. In this special episode of the Practice Experience Podcast, we're bringing together insights from Dr. Larry Benz, Tyler Goslinga, JeMe Cioppa-Mosca, and Derek Fenwick to examine the state of PT today. From the forces reshaping the profession to building fulfilling careers and creating workplaces where clinicians can thrive, these conversations offer four perspectives on the challenges facing physical therapy and the opportunities ahead. Learn more: https://www.webpt.com/podcast    

Allie Duffy, the Founder of The Pilates RX is a long-time member of The Friday Society Membership. I have been able to watch her grow a thriving concierge Physical Therapy and Pilates business that is client centric, authentic, and extremely intentional. Allie is not only a small business owner but a mother juggling employee's, growth, and creating boundaries around her time to enjoy the early stages of motherhood. I think we can learn so much from other small business owners and Allie's is one of them. We discuss why she started a physical therapy meets pilates business, her up's and down's of maternity leave, employee experiences, and scaling her business. Also, this month in The Friday Society Membership we are discussing how to perfect your time management, boundaries, and delegation skills! This was a great episode and not to be missed!Check out The Pilates RX on Instagram HERE.Check out The Pilates RX website HERE.Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo join the The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here! 

“We're just not looking at the whole person anymore.” - Stacey RobertsSometimes a patient is doing everything they're supposed to do, but they're still in pain. They've tried physical therapy, massage, supplements, maybe even surgery, and they're still looking for answers. Those are the cases that invite us to widen our lens. Because pain isn't only about what's happening in a joint or a muscle. Hormones, inflammation, gut health, nervous system signaling, sleep, stress, and biomechanics can all be part of the picture, and understanding those connections gives us more ways to help.Practicing this way also requires a different kind of healthcare model. It's almost impossible to have the necessary conversations when you're seeing several patients an hour or working within a system that doesn't give you the time to ask deeper questions. More practitioners are beginning to create practices where they can offer that kind of whole-person care, and that brings up its own questions. What can you do within your scope? When should you collaborate or hire? And can you really build a successful cash-based integrative practice if you don't live in a large or affluent market?In this episode, I'm joined by Stacey Roberts, PT, RN, MSN, a musculoskeletal specialist, pelvic and sexual health physiotherapist, and functional medicine specialist with more than 30 years of experience. Stacey shares how questions she couldn't answer through traditional physical therapy led her to explore the gut-joint connection, hormones, inflammation, and other drivers of chronic pain, what it looks like to expand your skills without stepping outside your scope, building the right clinical team, how Stacey grew a thriving cash-based practice after being told that model wouldn't work in her community, and more.Enjoy the episode, and let's innovate and integrate together!---Learn more or watch the video version of this conversation at https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/an-integrative-physical-therapy-approach-to-chronic-pain-with-stacey-roberts/.Connect with me and access our entire platform at IntegrativeWomensHealthInstitute.com (https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/).Find and follow us @integrativewomenshealth on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@integrativewomenshealth) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/integrativewomenshealth/).

In this episode of the Optimal Body podcast, doctors of physical therapy, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom explore sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength. They explain that while muscle mass peaks around age 25 and gradually declines, sarcopenia is not inevitable. Lifestyle factors like inactivity and poor nutrition significantly accelerate muscle loss. The hosts highlight resistance training as the most effective intervention, citing a 12-week study where sarcopenia prevalence dropped from 35% to zero. They encourage listeners to start strength training and optimize nutrition, framing sarcopenia as an environment- and activity-related condition rather than an unavoidable consequence of aging. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women's health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! We Think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/472 What You'll Learn: 0:29 Sarcopenia is the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength, increasing risks for falls, diabetes, and other diseases. 1:31 Officially recognized as a disease in 2016, muscle mass peaks around age 25 and declines significantly after age 50. 4:08 Sarcopenia is not inevitable. Sedentary lifestyles and poor nutrition are major contributors, more so than just aging itself. 6:10 The hosts discuss the challenges of maintaining a consistent workout routine while raising young children and feeling exhausted. 7:43 The prevalence of sarcopenia increases significantly with age, rising from 5% in your 60s to over 50% after 80. 9:12 While overall prevalence is similar, women can experience accelerated muscle loss after menopause due to hormonal changes like decreased estrogen. 11:09 Resistance training is the number one evidence-based, non-pharmaceutical treatment for preventing and reversing sarcopenia 12:01 A 12-week study showed a progressive resistance training and nutrition program reduced sarcopenia prevalence from 35% to 0%. 13:29 Strength training reduces muscle breakdown, enhances muscle growth factors, mitigates inflammation, and triggers muscle hypertrophy to build new muscle. 14:22 Improving strength also... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you looking for a health coach but aren't sure where to start? Maybe you know what you should do for your health, but you struggle with consistency. You start a healthy routine, lose motivation, fall back into old habits, and feel frustrated that you are starting over again. In this episode, Michele Riechman, Health Coach, Life Coach, and Online Personal Trainer with her doctorate in Physical Therapy, explains how health coaching can help women over 40 lose weight, create healthier habits, reduce stress, and break free from the all-or-nothing cycle. You'll learn: What a health coach does and how coaching is different from a diet plan How to find the right health coach for women over 40 Why accountability can make such a difference How health coaching helps you create habits that actually fit your life What to look for in a weight loss coach Why lasting change is about more than just food and exercise If you are ready to stop starting over and create a healthier lifestyle that lasts, this episode will help you understand what support can look like. Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 228: Ben Ashworth chats to Gus Morrison, BSc, MSc, ASCC. Gus earned his Bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from the University of Southampton in 2013, followed by a Master's degree in Sports Medicine at University College London. During this period, he sought mentorship from Ben, focusing on refining his expertise in data-driven shoulder assessments and rehabilitation. Together they published his Master's dissertation in the Journal of Physical Therapy in Sport, exploring the Athletic Shoulder Test's application in amateur rugby players. Alongside this, Gus achieved full accreditation as a Strength and Conditioning Coach through the UKSCA. He went on to establish the Shoulder Assessment Unit at the Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health, delivering a data-driven assessment service for athletes recovering from shoulder injuries. Recognised for his expertise, he has spoken at webinars and conferences, and recently co-authored a publication with Ben in the Strength and Conditioning Journal on the synergy between testing and training for shoulder injuries. Gus joined Athletic Shoulder in July 2023, where he provides comprehensive testing and rehabilitation services to a diverse clientele of athletes and patients returning to sport and exercise post-injury. Topics Discussed - The Four Buckets: Range, Endurance, Strength and Power - Why Capacity Is the Biggest Driver of Pain - Outcome, Performance and Process Goals in Rehab - Quality Assuring Tests: Spotting Compensation Before You Trust the Number - Motor Learning, Joint Position Sense and the L and Y Holds - RFD and the Athletic Shoulder Test as a Force Transfer Test - From Closed Gym Skills to Chaos: Return to Contact   Where you can find Gus:   •LinkedIn   Sponsors Gameplan is a rehab Project Management & Data Analytics Platform that improves operational & communication efficiency during rehab. Gameplan provides a centralised tool for MDT's to work collaboratively inside a data rich environment 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.  BTL: BTL Industries develops advanced rehabilitation and performance technologies, including SIS DUO, Shockwave Therapy, High-Intensity Laser, TR-Therapy, Lymphastim and R-FORCE. BTL systems are designed to support recovery, pain management, functional rehabilitation and return-to-play pathways across clinical and elite sport settings. -  Where to Find Us Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following Inform Performance on: Instagram Twitter Our Website - Our Team Andy McDonald Ben Ashworth Nicola Graham Steve Barrett  Pete McKnight

Private equity doesn't have to be the villain of healthcare, but it changes the math. When non-providers start running provider spaces, the metrics shift from patient outcomes to productivity targets, and staff feel that pressure first.In this episode, John Allan, DPT sits down with Dr. Josh Funk, CEO of Rehab 2 Perform, to break down what a provider-led alternative actually looks like in practice. Not a mission statement. An operational framework: an 80/20 rule where 80% of capacity goes to production and 20% is protected on purpose for staff wellness, collaboration, and continuing education.What they cover:Why private equity ownership shifts incentives away from patient careThe 80/20 rule behind a provider-led business modelThe metrics that matter more than revenue: net promoter score, staff retention, patient outcomesBalancing consumer and clinician branding during expansionWhy every clinician needs basic business literacy, and what it unlocksThe importance of asking questionsGrowth means nothing if it costs the people delivering the care. This episode highlights how to build it differently.Social Media:Rehab2PerformR2P AcademyDr. Josh Funk

Silvana, Eric, and Tegan watch Season 7 Episode 4  "Orpheus," which seems to have nothing to do with the Greek myth. Teal'c is injured and has a slow recovery ahead of him and he's having a  hard time with it. Jack and Daniel are, in fairness, doing a pretty good job of supporting him. Sam gets to explains a sci fi film to the team in the weight room while Teal'c is doing Physical Therapy and Daniel gets to show off his new muscles. Daniel is hearing things and seeing visions and it turns out Ry'ac and Bra'tac are on a labor planet so the team comes up with a plan to set them free. They have to move quickly because Bra'tac has run out of tretonin! Bra'tac gives a great pep talk and Daniel convinces Teal'c that kelno'reem isn't just for Jaffa with symbiotes, actually. They escape, saving the day and Teal'c gets his mojo back!  Peter DeLuise unsurprisingly directed this episode and a side character shared the name of his 21 Jump Street character. The hosts praise the emotional depth of the episode and think it was a long time coming. This episode also raises a lot of questions about how the Jaffa have been written up to this point and why the Jaffa rebellion wasn't prioritized by the SGC and Teal'c far earlier? Episode Ratings: Comedic Effect - 5/7 Chevrons Emotional Impact - 7/7 Chevrons Enjoyability - 6/7 Chevrons Culture/history/lore - 5/7 Chevrons Novelty - 4/7 Chevrons Technical Quality  - 6/7 Chevrons Plot - 5/7 Chevrons Relevance to the overall story? Yes relevant, don't skip Join the conversation on our socials.  

I sat down with a practice owner this morning and she asked me the question I get more than almost any other: "Where do I even get clients from if it's not referrals and networking groups?"Here's the honest answer: making referrals your main strategy is the most fragile way to build a cash based physical therapy practice. You don't control the input so you can't control the output. Your revenue is in someone else's hands on someone else's timeline. And that's the exact mechanism behind feast and famine.In this episode I walk you through what I actually told her and what we teach inside DPT to CEO to help practice owners stop waiting on referrals and start going directly to the people they want to serve.We cover why referrals only keeps you stuck in inconsistent revenue cycles, the CEO mindset shift that changes how you think about client acquisition, why you need both in-person and online marketing working together and what happens when you only have one, how in-person builds trust fast while online builds reach that lasts, and real examples of practice owners who filled their schedule without a single referral source.The good news is you do not need permission from a physician, a gym owner, or a networking group to get in front of your ideal client. You can go straight to them. This episode shows you exactly how.--- Morgan Meese, the founder of a successful out-of-network physical therapy practice, has transformed her expertise into a role as a dedicated business and marketing coach. Specializing in cash pay physical therapy, Morgan owns a digital business where she collaborates with fellow clinicians, guiding them in launching and expanding their own cash-based solo practices. Her coaching extends to helping new business owners navigate the complexities of owning a physical therapy practice, incorporating elements like mobile physical therapy and telehealth. Morgan's unique approach incorporates niche marketing strategies, addressing the specific needs of clinicians and entrepreneurs. As a woman in business with ADHD herself, she also offers insights on time management for business owners, emphasizing the importance of digital marketing to attract more clients. Join Morgan on her journey of empowering women entrepreneurs, physical therapists and healthcare providers, combating burnout, and building a thriving business so you never have to go back to the clinic again.Find me on IG: ⁠DPT to CEO⁠ and ⁠Dr. Morgan Meese⁠---To learn more, visit ⁠our website⁠.Free eBook ⁠“So You Want To Start a Solo Practice” ⁠DPT to CEO: ⁠Youtube⁠⁠Apply ⁠for the DPT to CEO 1:1 Coaching Program with Morgan.Just getting started? ⁠The Therapy Business Basics Mini Course⁠ is the place to start!⁠Buy me coffee⁠

In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy and Dr. Tom Walters explore the current state of the physical therapy profession, weighing the challenges with the bright opportunities ahead. If you're a PT student, new graduate, or seasoned professional, this discussion offers valuable insights on navigating growth, risk-taking, and innovation.  Key Topics Covered:  The contrasting narratives about PT career prospects—debunking myths and highlighting opportunities Factors influencing PT career decisions, including debt, job satisfaction, and entrepreneurial ventures Strategies for students and new grads to create diverse career pathways beyond traditional settings How social media has transformed PT education, branding, and income streams over the past decade The importance of trust, clarity, and confidence in communication for professional success and patient care The influence of industry challenges such as insurance constraints and healthcare system limitations Practical advice for building a cash-based practice while managing burnout The potential for social media and content creation to elevate the entire PT field The role of patient education, telehealth, and hybrid models in future PT delivery  Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction: Is the PT profession broken or full of opportunity? 02:21 - Dr. Walters' take on whether PT is a broken system or ripe for growth 04:35 - How social media has changed career possibilities for PTs 05:42 - Advice to students and new grads about seeking opportunities and taking risks 06:47 - Personal stories of career leaps and the importance of thinking beyond traditional roles 08:48 - Building trust and clarity through communication for confidence and success 10:45 - Overcoming fears related to further education and career shifts 11:29 - Reflecting on the time investment of education and professional growth 13:00 - How teaching and social media experience have contributed to Dr. Walters' success 15:23 - The importance of consistency and long-term effort in building a following 16:52 - The evolution of social media content from early days to now 18:38 - Opportunities outside insurance-based clinics and how to leverage clinical experience 20:28 - Guiding students in career planning and the value of entrepreneurial thinking 22:28 - Strategies for transitioning from employment to ownership through small steps 24:13 - Can PT influencers replicate a successful model? Is it achievable for most? 26:26 - Social media's impact on professional visibility and community growth 27:55 - How content creation can elevate the PT profession as a whole 29:35 - The balance between hands-on care and digital/remote PT services 31:09 - The importance of rapport and human connection in healing 32:18 - Possibility of hybrid models combining in-person and remote PT 34:01 - The potential of technology to supplement, but not replace, hands-on care 36:35 - Addressing platform technical issues during the episode 38:36 - Final thoughts on building the future of PT and embracing new opportunities 39:31 - Advice for prospective DPT students on exploring career paths early 41:35 - The importance of financial literacy and budgeting education in PT programs 43:28 - Personal stories about student debt and managing educational costs 44:11 - Trust, clarity, and confidence as pillars for PT success and patient relationships 47:09 - How authenticity and communication foster trust within and outside the PT profession 50:22 - Review of what should be emphasized in PT curricula to prepare future practitioners 52:39 - The impact of viral content and strategic content creation on career trajectory 54:59 - Is the healthcare system broken or an opportunity? Dr. Walters' nuanced view 56:41 - Navigating personality types and finding the right work environment 56:55 - Practical tips for maintaining health, wealth, and intelligence in a PT career Final Takeaways:  The PT industry is both challenged and full of opportunity—proactive, strategic, and authentic efforts can help shape its future. Embracing digital tools, building trust, and diversifying skills are keys to long-term success. Continuous learning, honest communication, and openness to entrepreneurship are essential for growth in today's evolving landscape.  Thank you to Dr. Tom Walters for sharing his experience and insights. For more resources, courses, and his book, visit Rehab Science. Remember, your career trajectory depends on intentional choices, resilience, and innovative thinking—so take that leap! More About Dr. Walters Dr. Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in the treatment of pain and movement disorders. He is the founder of Rehab Science and has spent almost two decades teaching people about human movement, pain science, and how to effectively recover from injury. In addition to running his own clinical practice, Tom served as a full-time undergraduate kinesiology professor for eight years, teaching human biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, and pain science. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Chapman University and completed a residency in orthopedic manual physical therapy and a fellowship in lower quarter functional biomechanics. Through his books, social media platforms, and the Rehab Science membership, Tom has helped millions of people better understand their bodies and take control of their recovery. Find more of Tom's content on Instagram and YouTube @rehabscience Resources from this Episode: Tom's Website: Rehab Science Tom on Instagram Tom on YouTube The Rehab Science Book Series The Rehab Science Membership   Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Front Desk @ Jane Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month   Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify Stitcher iHeart Radio

Sen. Mitch McConnell has returned home after nearly eight weeks in medical care following a fall that left him briefly unconscious. He will continue physical therapy at home while remaining engaged in Senate work, though it is not yet clear when he will return to Capitol Hill. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#ChrisDistefano #StandUp #Comedy Chris is joined by Stavros Halkias for one of the wildest Chaos Bus episodes yet. They dive into politics, Trump, comedy, Ozempic, peptides, bad backs, MMA, Irish step dancing, Greek history, fatherhood, and why Chris thinks it's finally time to completely reinvent himself. It's equal parts therapy session and complete nonsense. Subscribe for new episodes every week. 00:00 Republican NFL Coaches & Political Football Cold Open 01:05 Chris Wants to Reinvent His Life (MMA, Religion & Health) 07:27 Stavros Randomly Walks Up to the Chaos Bus 11:09 BlueChew Ad 12:15 Talkspace Ad 13:14 Stavros Officially Joins the Podcast 14:12 The Jeffrey Epstein's Brother Office Story 16:45 Chris Learns He's Basically German 19:55 Chris & Stavros Talk Getting Older 21:10 Every Guy Has To Be "A Little Gay" 24:42 Chris' Group Chat Is Still Obsessed With Fauci 27:40 Jimmy Kimmel, Politics & Comedy Fans 28:20 Growing Up Greek vs Growing Up in Queens 31:40 Is Comedy Becoming Too Politically Divided? 38:00 Stavvy's Body Is Falling Apart 41:35 Physical Therapy, Back Pain & McKenzie Method 42:25 Chinese Peptides, Ozempic & Getting Healthy 46:30 GLP-1s, Muscle Loss & Comedy Life 52:00 Health Goals, Longevity & Aging 56:30 Final Thoughts UNCUT WILD CONTENT GO HERE

Today's Episode Rachel Daof is a pelvic floor physical therapist and in this episode she discusses the role of pelvic floor physical therapy in evaluating and treating low back, hip, pelvic, and sacroiliac joint pain. Pelvic floor dysfunction can contribute to chronic low back pain through various mechanisms including orthopedic evaluations, visceral-somatic reflexes, and core muscle imbalances. About Dr. Koolaee Dr. Michelle Koolaee did her training for internal medicine residency at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital and went on to do her fellowship at University of Pennsylvania for rheumatology, where she was named Fellow of the Year. She then became an assistant professor at the University of Southern California before working at organizations such as Healthcare Partners and Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. She currently practices at Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, and is now starting her own direct care practice. Links for Dr. Koolaee ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drrmichellekoolaee.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Kargis talks with Trevor Hicks about his shift from physical therapy into real estate investing, lending, and entrepreneurship. Trevor shares how community, partnerships, and local relationship-building helped him move from his first flip into multiple active projects across Florida. He also breaks down a Belle Isle fix-and-flip, including how he found the lead through a neighbor, negotiated with an agent, handled rehab challenges, and protected profit by knowing his numbers. Trevor also discusses his next moves in private lending, selective flipping, and exploring hospitality business acquisitions. Follow Trevor Hicks: https://www.instagram.com/trevor_ryan7/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-hicks-orlandorei/ ► Join The SubTo Community & Learn Creative Finance Directly from Pace Morby: https://subto.sjv.io/X42Y94 ► Learn How to Make Money on Other People's Deals - Join the FREE Live Training: https://gator.sjv.io/n4WL6o ► Turn Real Estate Transactions Into a Real Career. Learn How to Become a Top Tier Transaction Coordinator - Start Here: https://toptiertc.pxf.io/OYyrdz

What if you could see 3 clients a day, be home for school pickup, and still hit $12K months?That's the practice Lindsay Grobman Lombardo built — and in this episode she walks through exactly how she did it.Lindsay is a physical therapist, yoga teacher, and health coach. Before she had the clients to fill it, she journaled the exact schedule she wanted: which hours she'd see people, which hours belonged to her kids. She sat in a coffee shop in the town she wanted to live in, years before she lived there. Then she did the business work and the energetic work until the calendar she'd written down became the calendar she was actually living.She started virtual-only — which she'll tell you was a gift, not a compromise — before opening a brick-and-mortar space. She was terrified of the camera and signed clients from Instagram anyway. She launched her first online group program, The Calm Mom Reset, without being what anyone would call tech-savvy.If you've been wondering whether you can have a full, profitable practice and still be the parent who's there at 3pm, this episode is your proof of concept.In this episode:How Lindsay blends physical therapy, yoga, breathwork, and health coaching into one practice instead of running four separate businessesWhy starting virtual-only made the move to a physical space easier, not harderDesigning a client schedule around school hours — and the boundaries that keep it from creepingGetting over camera fear and actually signing clients from InstagramWhat went into launching her first online group program, The Calm Mom ResetThe manifestation practices she credits for making $12K months realWhat to do when you're scared, not tech-savvy, and want to grow anywayConnect with Lindsay:Website: https://www.breathe-eden.comInstagram: @breathe_edenptyogaandwellnessFollow me on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/wellunbound/Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website!→ https://wellunbound.comGet the free guide to building your online offer and filling it with Instagram here: https://path-to-profit.pages.ontraport.net/online-offer-free-guide

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, or EDS, is a genetic connective tissue disorder that can affect nearly every system in the body. Yet many people spend years living with unexplained pain, frequent injuries, gastrointestinal concerns, cardiovascular symptoms, and other challenges before receiving a diagnosis.In this episode, Corey speaks with physical therapist Dr. Emma McCauley about the difference between hypermobility and EDS, why diagnosis can take more than a decade, and how racial disparities can make that journey even longer for people of color.Dr. McCauley also explains how physical therapy can help people improve joint stability, body awareness, movement, and quality of life. The conversation highlights the importance of listening to patients, building diverse healthcare professions, and helping people find ways to live full lives while managing chronic conditions.Show NotesEhlers-Danlos syndrome is often associated with flexibility, but the condition can affect far more than a person's joints.Dr. Emma McCauley joins The Healthy Project Podcast to explain how EDS affects connective tissue throughout the body and why symptoms can look different from one person to another.Corey and Dr. McCauley discuss the long road many patients face before receiving a diagnosis. They also explore why pain reported by Black patients and other patients of color may be dismissed, contributing to even longer delays in receiving answers and care.Dr. McCauley explains the role physical therapists can play in recognizing patterns, helping patients understand their bodies, and connecting them with other healthcare professionals.In This EpisodeWhat Ehlers-Danlos syndrome isThe difference between EDS and general hypermobilityWhy an EDS diagnosis can take 10 to 12 years or longerHow racial bias and pain dismissal affect diagnosisWhy EDS is not only a white person's conditionHow EDS can affect the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, nervous, and musculoskeletal systemsThe connection between hypermobility and neurodivergenceHow physical therapy improves proprioception, stability, and body awarenessWhy movement may feel awkward when patients learn new patternsHow physical therapists help patients make long-term lifestyle changesWhy representation matters within the physical therapy professionHow Iowa's direct-access laws may allow patients to see a physical therapist without a referralEpisode Timestamps00:48 – Dr. Emma McCauley's path to physical therapy02:22 – How she began working with patients with EDS03:53 – Understanding EDS and hypermobility04:58 – The long road to receiving a diagnosis06:43 – Why EDS is not a white person's disease08:06 – Racial disparities in pain treatment and diagnosis09:13 – Diversity and representation in physical therapy11:52 – Why physical therapists may have more time to listen13:18 – Proprioception, joint stability, and body awareness16:55 – EDS and the aging process17:13 – Comorbidities, mental health, and neurodivergence19:28 – Helping patients experience more of life21:02 – Physical therapy as long-term lifestyle management22:20 – How to begin seeking physical therapy services24:10 – How to connect with Dr. Emma McCauleyAbout Dr. Emma McCauleyDr. Emma McCauley is a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy in the Des Moines area. Her work includes helping people with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome better understand their bodies, build stability, manage pain, and improve their quality of life.Connect with Dr. Emma McCauleyKinetic Edge Physical Therapy6000 Grand AvenueDes Moines, IowaEmail: emma@kineticedgept.com ★ Support this podcast ★

Healthcare Workforce at the Brink: Baby Boomers Turn 80 andWhat It Means for Physical Therapy in Michigan Host Andy Wicks discusses Michigan's rapidly aging population—baby boomers turning 80, nearly 19.25% of residents over 65, and a nearly 30% rise in that group through 2023—and the resulting healthcare workforce shortfall. Guest Aleysha Czartoszewski, Career Pathways Coordinator at the Michigan Health Council, explains the Council's workforcefocus and her three-part series “Healthcare Workforce at the Brink,” highlighting simultaneous increased care demand and retirements. They note uneven provider distribution with rural North Michigan and the UP facing access gaps, limited local PT/PTA education options, and barriers like housing and paydifferences. The conversation covers efforts such as loan-repayment incentives, promoting geriatrics and prevention to help people age in place, improving student career exposure and clearer pathways, retaining staff after COVID-related burnout, and strengthening care coordination and patientnavigation; resources are available at mhc.org. 00:00 Michigan Is Aging Fast01:05 Meet Michigan Health Council02:11 Baby Boomers Turn 8003:30 Urban vs Rural Shortages05:34 Education Gaps and Incentives09:40 Making Geriatrics Appealing15:10 Pipeline Retention Coordination22:10 Health Literacy and Navigation26:15 Michigan Workforce Numbers28:35 Soapbox Career Exposure32:58 Resources and Wrap UpMichigan PTs and PTAs! Fill out this form and save for your records for PDR credit toward license renewal just for listening to this episode!A link to a directory of all PT and PTA programs, viewable by state.The Career Pathway Tool via Michigan Health Council.

Welcome to Hands in Motion's 100th episode! For this special episode, we are so fortunate to be joined by Karen Prendergast Lauckhardt, one of ASHT's founding members. Karen shares with us how a gathering of occupational and physical therapists in a coffee shop led to an organization dedicated to the hand and upper extremity therapy specialty. The persistence of this group of therapists who sought collaboration and education led to the formation of the American Society of Hand Therapists, and their mission continues today. Guest bio: Karen H. Prendergast Lauckhardt grew up in suburban Long Island, NY, and graduated from Berner High School in Massapequa before earning a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College in 1970.In 1973, Karen began working in New York City with hand surgeon Dr. Robert Beasley to establish the Hand Rehab Center on 30th Street. She is a founding member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and served in every volunteer office, including as ASHT President in 1977.Karen earned a master's degree in Ergonomics and Occupational Biomechanics from New York University in 1981. That same year, she joined the Medical College of Virginia, where she designed and founded the Hand Rehab Center Clinic and served as director of the master's program in hand therapy.In 1987, Karen married Chip Lauckhardt and moved north to practice at Lenox Hill Hospital. The following year, she established her private practice, Greenwich Hand Therapy. She retired to Bellingham, WA, in 2009 and is relocating to Exeter, NH, in the summer of 2026.-The views and opinions expressed in the Hands in Motion podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of ASHT. Appearance on the podcast does not imply endorsement of any products, services or viewpoints discussed.

On this teach me something Tuesday, Dr F Scott Feil reviews why cramming doesn't work, and spaced studying is the way!

Being medically cleared does not always mean someone feels capable of returning to the life they actually want.In this episode of PT Pintcast, Jimmy McKay sits down with Dr. Sean Pastuch, founder of Active Life and author of Live More, Hurt Less, to explore the “messy middle” between physical therapy and fitness.A patient may be able to work, drive, sleep, and complete every activity of daily living. But can they run competitively? Lift heavy weights? Play with their children? Trust their body again?Sean argues that temporary restrictions can quietly become permanent beliefs. A diagnosis may provide relief and clarity, but without the right conversation, it can also become an identity and a permission slip to live smaller.Jimmy and Sean discuss:• The difference between being cleared and being capable• Why discharge is not always the end of recovery• How healthcare language can unintentionally make people feel fragile• Why chronic pain has physical, psychological, and social dimensions• How PTs can find fitness professionals they trust• Why patients need to clearly communicate the life they want to return to• The problem with telling someone their pain is “all in their head”• How PTs and fitness coaches can collaborate without competing• Why Sean believes people are both the cause and solution to many of their problems• The ideas behind Sean's book, Live More, Hurt LessABOUT SEAN PASTUCHDr. Sean Pastuch has spent more than two decades working at the intersection of healthcare and fitness. He began his career as a personal trainer, became a clinician, founded Active Life, and built his work around helping people move from medically cleared to genuinely capable.CONNECT WITH SEANWebsite: https://www.drseanpastuch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drseanpastuchLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-pastuch-02ba88109Learn more about Active Life professionals and the coach network discussed in the episode at ActiveLifeProfessional.com.Find Live More, Hurt Less through Sean's website or wherever books are sold.ABOUT PT PINTCASTPT Pintcast is where smart people in healthcare come to make noise. Hosted by Jimmy McKay, PT, DPT, the show delivers conversations, not presentations, about the people, ideas, and uncomfortable questions shaping physical therapy.Follow PT Pintcast and share this episode with a physical therapist, coach, or healthcare professional who works with people trying to return to the activities that make life feel like theirs.

Q Willey is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach who joins me to discuss barbell training, back pain, injury risk, metabolic health, rehabilitation, and the way strength training is often portrayed online.Q joins me to discuss:• Why no existing studies show that squats or deadlifts cause back pain• Whether barbell lifts are inherently riskier than other forms of exercise• How the loadability of barbells can get some lifters into trouble• Why training systems matter more than individual exercises• Load management, fatigue, and individual capacity• Why pain can feel random even when contributing factors exist• How sensational injury stories shape public perceptions of lifting• The self-driving-car metaphor for anecdotes about barbell injuries• Why lifting is often demonized more than other physical activities• What imaging can and cannot tell us about back pain• Spine surgery, structural findings, and pain• The value of physical therapy beyond simply “fixing” injuries• The relationship between metabolic health, obesity, pain, and rehabilitation outcomes• How to discuss body weight respectfully in a clinical setting• GLP-1 medications and a physical therapist's professional scope• And much moreFollow Q on Instagram:@coach_q_physioCHAPTERS00:19 Meet Coach Q01:08 Do Squats Hurt Your Back?02:48 Load Management Basics06:57 Why Pain Can Feel Random10:45 Sensational Stories About Injury Risk13:24 Spine Surgery and Medical Imaging17:43 Why Lifting Gets Demonized20:21 Barbells Versus Training Systems30:37 The Value of Physical Therapy Beyond Fixes37:22 Metabolic Health and Pain42:38 Discussing Body Weight Respectfully51:33 GLP-1 Medications and Professional Scope55:33 Where to Find Q56:54 Final Thanks and Wrap-UpSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you think differently about barbells, injury risk, pain, or rehabilitation:• Subscribe and check out more episodes• Share the episode on social media and tag @andrewcoatesfitness• Send it to someone who is afraid that squats or deadlifts will automatically damage their backFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP STRENGTH APPUse code COATESRP:https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJUST BITE ME MEALSUse code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off:https://justbitememeals.comMACROSFIRST — FREE PREMIUM TRIAL• Download MacrosFirst• Begin setting up your account• When asked, “How did you hear about us?” enter: ANDREWKNKG BAGS — 15% OFFhttps://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676VERSA GRIPPShttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC — FREE 90-DAY TRIAL• Visit: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfree• Reply to the email you receive or email trials@trainheroic.com• Let them know Andrew sent youL1 BIOMECHANICS AND ASSESSMENT COURSEUse code COATES:https://pro.activelifeprofessional.com/assessmentworkshopevents

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Doctor Dom sit down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield, founder of the Sharpe Method. Dr. Whitfield shares his expertise on breast implant illness (BII), explaining how bacterial contamination, biofilm formation, and genetic factors can contribute to symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and hormonal disruption. He also explores natural alternatives to breast implants, such as autologous fat transfer. Whether you currently have breast implants or are considering your options, this episode offers valuable, science-backed insights to help you make informed decisions about your body and long-term health. Dr Whitfield's Resources: Dr Rob's Circle Dr Whitfield on IG Dr Whitfield on YT Dr Whitfield on FB Dr Whitfield's Website We Think You'll Love: Free Week of Jen Health Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/471 What You'll Learn: 3:46 An explanation of using a patient's own tissue for breast implants reconstruction, comparing it to organ transplants between genetically identical twins. 7:33 Why implant-based reconstruction is the most common method worldwide, especially in community hospitals, due to less required technical support. 9:37 Dr. Whitfield recounts a 2006 case where removing implants and using the patient's own tissue resolved her chronic inflammation symptoms. 11:53 A 2016 case where a patient's only symptom was fatigue, which was linked to a hidden E. coli infection. 15:07 Discussion on the three ways infections can occur with medical devices, with the most common being bacteria entering the bloodstream. 16:17 Explaining how bacteria form biofilm on implants, causing oxidative stress, and how genetics can influence a person's inflammatory response. 20:40 Addressing whether all implant recipients should worry, highlighting the role of genetics, lifestyle, and the challenge of diagnosing symptoms. 21:59 Dr. Whitfield emphasizes prioritizing sleep hygiene, nutrition, and reducing toxin exposure as foundational steps for improving overall health. 28:33 A list of top symptoms associated with breast implant illness, including fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and gut issues. 32:04 Discussing the psychological and Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Sariya Saabye is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, bestselling author, and minimalist strategist known for her work helping high performers eliminate overwhelm. She is also a barefoot ultramarathoner and keynote speaker.

When we think about core stability, digestive efficiency, or functional breathing patterns, we rarely consider the foundational muscle group resting at the base of our pelvis. Yet, pelvic floor health directly dictates everything from diaphragmatic excursion to bowel regularity, posture, and systemic stress management.In this episode, Hallie sits down with Dr. Svetlana Mehlman, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health, back pain, and lymphatic drainage. Dr. Svetlana breaks down the complex anatomy and mechanics of the pelvic floor, explaining why a tight, tense pelvic muscle is often a hypertonic, weakened one rather than a strong one.About the Guest: Svetlana Mehlman, PT, DPT, MLD-CDr. Svetlana Mehlman is a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health, back pain, and lymphatic drainage. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Human Development from Cornell University and completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at New York University. Her passion for pelvic floor physical therapy was ignited early in her career while treating pregnant and postpartum patients suffering from pain and pelvic dysfunction.Key Topics & TakeawaysThe Pelvic Core Connection: Understanding how the pelvic floor acts as the true base of your deep stabilization system, working in tandem with the diaphragm and abdominal wall.Tightness vs. Strength: Demystifying the myth that a tight pelvic floor is a strong one, and why muscle hypertonicity restricts blood flow, movement, and functional length.Breathing and Digestive Motility: Exploring how diaphragmatic movement mechanically massages internal organs, directly impacting gut motility, constipation, and bowel transit time.Soundbites"The pelvic floor is an integral part of your deep core system. It cannot function in isolation from how you breathe or sit.""Muscles need to move through a full range of motion. A tight pelvic floor is not a strong pelvic floor—it's a fatigued, restricted one.""When we fix the breathing mechanics at the top, we relieve the mechanical pressure on the pelvic floor at the bottom."Timestamps 000:01:04 — Hallie Bulkin introduces guest Svetlana Mehlman (DPT, CSCS).00:02:41 — What is the pelvic floor and how does it function as part of the core?00:05:00 — The role and mechanics of using a Squatty Potty.00:08:08 — The link between chronic constipation, bladder issues, and incontinence.00:10:46 — Practical tips: The "I Love You" abdominal massage.00:12:00 — How diaphragmatic breathing regulates the pelvic floor and nervous system.00:15:16 — Why travel and routine changes trigger constipation.00:22:30 — Common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction (and why tight doesn't mean strong).00:29:31 — Why you should never "hover" or rely on "just-in-case" peeing.00:32:14 — Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) principles and how posture connects to pelvic health.Links & ResourcesConnect with Dr. Svetlana: Explore specialized care programs, resources, and consultation details at Pelvic Harmony.If this episode changed how you see the body, that's just one case. Inside The Integrated Therapist™, you grow the clinical reasoning to spot the root cause, think past your own discipline, and feel sure about what to assess, treat, refer, and co-treat. Come join us at: https://theintegratedtherapist.com/WORTH A LISTEN: CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEYEpisode 233: Understanding Your Pelvic Floor with Britnie Hornsby, PT, DPT, Cert DIN, Cert VRS, PCES.Episode 185: Laura Glazebrook, DPT The Pelvic Floor and Jaw Connection.STAY CONNECTED

In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy talks with Dr. Karen DeSimone, physical therapist and owner of KD360 Wellness and Physical Therapy, about building a hybrid practice that combines insurance-based care with cash-based wellness services. Karen shares how she shifted from treating visits to delivering outcomes, why that change helped her reduce burnout, and how other clinic owners can apply a similar model without adding staff, locations, or more marketing spend. Why it works: outcome-focused messaging makes the value feel concrete and emotionally compelling, which helps listeners see the episode as a practical solution to a problem they already feel. Key topics covered: ·       Why declining reimbursements pushed Karen to rethink her business model ·       The difference between treating visits and treating outcomes ·       How to introduce cash-based services without abandoning insurance ·       Why fewer patients and fewer visits can lead to better results ·       How to have confident, patient-centered conversations about pricing ·       Why the model works for solopreneurs and small clinics ·       The mindset shift needed to step off the insurance treadmill Timestamps: ·       0:01 — Welcome to the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast and the episode's focus on healthcare and business ·       0:29 — Karen DeSimone's background and the shift toward an outcome-based model ·       1:53 — What drove Karen to build a new model ·       2:54 — Why she stacked cash-based services on top of physical therapy ·       4:58 — How to talk to patients about cash-based care ·       6:43 — How those conversations happen in practice ·       8:09 — Why this model can work for other areas like knee pain and surgery avoidance ·       9:29 — What is included in the cash-based offering ·       11:25 — Bundling services into one package instead of adding visits ·       12:32 — Building profitable programs from existing patients ·       13:25 — Why this approach can work without more marketing ·       14:56 — Why she did not want a larger business or more locations ·       16:40 — Why clinicians should think beyond growth for growth's sake ·       18:39 — The difference between selling and serving ·       19:46 — Why it should never feel like a hard sell ·       20:27 — Building conviction and confidence through repeatable outcomes ·       21:46 — Practicing how to talk about pricing ·       23:03 — How to keep patients moving forward in a 12-week program ·       24:30 — Long-term results and patient return visits ·       25:03 — Deciding who the model is right for ·       26:42 — Why timing matters in the clinical conversation ·       28:49 — The first shift: decide ·       31:49 — Who can implement this model ·       33:51 — Lightning round: money beliefs, metrics, and burnout advice ·       36:47 — What Karen is doing to stay healthy, wealthy, and smart ·       37:30 — Where to find Karen and learn more ·       38:24 — Free starter framework for clinicians ·       39:12 — Final encouragement to share the episode Notable takeaways: ·       "We're not treating visits, we're delivering outcomes." ·       Cash-based services can be stacked on top of physical therapy to improve results and revenue. ·       Patients often pay for faster outcomes when the value is clearly explained. ·       The first step is a decision: choose the model you want, then commit to it. ·       Confidence comes from repeatable results, not from perfect wording. Resources & Links: ·      Clinical Architecture Website ·      KD 360 PT and Wellness ·      Instagram ·      LinkedIn ·      Free Gift: The Freedom From Back Pain Starter Framework, More About Karen: Karen DeSimone, PT, DPT, has practiced physical therapy for 26 years. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the MGH Institute of Health Professions, began her career at Massachusetts General Hospital, and in 2009 opened KD360 Wellness & Physical Therapy in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts, where she still practices today. A solo clinician running a hybrid cash and insurance model, she helps clients avoid surgery and heal faster using a structured, outcome-driven program. After years inside the insurance-based model, Karen reached a hard conclusion: you can't build a successful system on a broken model. So she built her own: a defined clinical pathway with enrolled patients and predictable outcomes. That pathway became the Freedom From Back Pain Clinical Success System, the online implementation program she now teaches through her company, Clinical Architecture, helping other PT clinic owners deliver the same cash-based care inside their own practices, without adding new patients, staff, or marketing. Her work centers on one principle: we're not treating visits, we're delivering outcomes. Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

Dr. Tommy Wood, BM, BCh, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience at the University of Washington and an expert on brain health, neuroplasticity, and cognitive performance. Dr. Wood explains how to use specific forms of exercise, dietary strategies, and compounds to enhance the rate and stability of mental and/or physical skill development. We also discuss science-based tools to preserve cognitive function, reduce dementia risk, and offset loss of memory after a concussion or other brain injury. This episode provides practical, science-based tools for learning new information and skills and for improving your overall ability to learn. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Rorra: https://rorra.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Tommy Wood (00:04:05) Neuroplasticity; Neurogenesis; Synaptic Pruning (00:11:11) Aging & Neuroplasticity; Familiar vs Novel Tasks (00:14:33) Protocols Book; Sponsor: David (00:16:49) Aging, Training & Processing Speed (00:21:56) Enhancing Neuroplasticity with Age, Tool: Motor & Cognitive Challenge (00:26:56) Learning New Skills, Dance, Sports, Arts; Psychological Benefits of Challenge (00:36:50) Flow, Clutch States; Virtuosity (00:46:59) Power of Practice (00:50:55) Sponsor: AG1 (00:52:14) Tools for Focused Work & Learning; Distractions (01:00:17) Nutrition for Brain Health, Dementia; Critical Nutrients (01:06:56) Nutrient Timing, Supplementation; Omega-3s, Tool: Blood Tests (01:16:41) Sponsor: Function (01:18:19) Enhancing Brain Health, Nutrition & Supplements (01:23:10) GLP-1s, Peptides, Supplements & Evaluating Efficacy (01:32:56) Stimulants: Feeling vs Performance (01:37:18) Exercise & Enhancing Cognitive Function, Tool: Optimize Exercise Volume (01:43:18) Long-Term Cognitive Health & Exercise, HIIT (01:47:17) Sponsor: Rorra (01:48:31) Cortisol Benefits, Acute vs Chronic Stress (01:54:24) Resistance & Aerobic Exercise, Brain Gray & White Matter, Cognitive Health (02:03:37) Cognitive Decline, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Modifiable Risk Factors (02:09:47) Shingles Vaccine & Dementia Risk; Tool: Avoid Illness for Cognitive Health (02:18:28) Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Creatine (02:24:04) Treating TBI, Supplements, Physical Therapy (02:32:16) Strongman Competition (02:38:51) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Joe Damiani — Doctor of Physical Therapy, TMJ and head-neck pain specialist, and founder of Physio Loops — joins Dr. Will Cole in New York for a deeply practical conversation on why chronic pain persists even when the injury has healed. Dr. Joe explains his Physio Loops framework, the three root drivers of nervous system dysregulation in pain (emotions, trust, and awareness), how to tell whether a headache is coming from the jaw or the neck, why most TMJ patients don't have a bite problem, and what actually makes people better — both in person and virtually. Plus: the occipital lift exercise, 30-minute position changes, the chair he recommends after testing 14 of them, and why consistency is the one biohack you cannot buy. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Use code WILLCOLE at puori.com/WILLCOLE to get 32% off your first Puori Grass-fed Whey Protein order when you start a subscription.Head to MANUKORA.com/WILLCOLE to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook.So before Metabolism Ignite sells out again, control your cravings and boost your energy the natural way. Head to VeracityHealth.co and use code absolutely for up to 65% off your order!Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this empowering episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom tackle the realities of aging head-on with research-backed insights. They debunk common fears around MRI findings like disc bulges and osteoarthritis, explaining—using research-backed evidence—that many are normal age-related changes, not reasons to stop moving. From research-backed benefits of weighted vests for improving strength and posture, to the critical role of strength training for bone density and joint health, the hosts emphasize that movement is medicine. Whether managing osteoporosis, herniated discs, or arthritis, a proactive, guided approach to exercise can help you age with strength, confidence, and independence. Zulu Weighted Vest: Upgrade your everyday movement with the ZULU Weighted Vest — designed to increase calorie burn, naturally engage your core, and improve posture with every step. Perfect for walks, workouts, and daily errands. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout. Lifting for Longevity Discount: Check out our NEW movement longevity course -> Lifting for Longevity! Build your Strength, Mobility, Power, Balance and more regardless of what stage or age you're at! Podcast listeners get a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL20 We Think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel What You'll Learn: 1:54 The Truth Behind Aging 3:42 The Power of a Provider's Words 6:07 Misconceptions About Aging and Exercise 7:13 Understanding MRI Findings 11:07 Knee Osteoarthritis and Exercise 14:21 Running with Osteoarthritis 15:45 Osteoporosis and Heavy Lifting 18:23 The LIFTMOOR Trial for Osteoporosis 20:58 Herniated Discs and Fear of Movement 25:47 Red Flags for Back Pain 27:11 Four Pillars of Healthy Aging 28:19 Pain Monitoring Rules for Exercise For the full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/470 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.