Podcasts about physical therapy research

On this episode, physical therapist Cheryl Brunelle joins us to discuss her study, partially supported by the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, in which she and her team analyzed agreement between commonly used breast cancer-related lymphedema diagnostic thresholds.

Dr. Marie Morgan brings a powerful, holistic perspective to wellness that goes far beyond the physical. In this episode, we talk about how her background in psychology, PT, and wellness education has shaped her approach to community health. From building successful wellness initiatives in “physical activity deserts” to creating sustainable programs funded by local and national grants, Dr. Morgan shares her experience turning data-driven insights into real-world change. We explore how PTs are uniquely positioned to lead in wellness spaces, the importance of addressing social determinants of health, and how behavioral change and cultural competence are at the heart of long-term health outcomes. Whether you're a clinician, educator, or advocate for public health, this conversation is packed with strategies and inspiration to help you make a bigger impact—both in and beyond the clinic.Learn more about our guest at:

Welcome to the world of academic publishing, specifically within the field of physical therapy. Join us as we speak with Dr. Steven George, Editor-in-Chief of PTJ (Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal), to uncover the behind-the-scenes process of journal publishing, the challenges in peer review, and the exciting trends shaping the future of PT research.00:00 - Introduction to the PTJ and Dr. Steve03:10 - The Manuscript Submission Process09:45 - Balancing Timeliness and Quality in Peer Review16:29 - The Challenges of Managing Editorial Work24:25 - The Importance of Reviewer Contributions35:00 - Future Trends in Physical Therapy Research44:02 - Translating Research into Clinical Practice47:00 - The Role of Systematic Reviews in Today's Research Landscape52:00 - Final Takeaways and Call to ActionKey Points Discussed:Managing the Submission Process: How manuscripts go from submission to publication, and the intricacies of peer review.The Future of PT Research: Identifying upcoming trends in physical therapy and rehabilitation research.Impact of Research on Clinical Practice: How PT research can be quickly translated into clinical application and patient outcomes.The Role of Reviewers: Why reviewers are crucial to the journal's success and how to become one.Systematic Reviews: The challenges of publishing systematic reviews in the current research landscape.Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or student, this episode provides invaluable insight into the mechanisms behind one of the most respected journals in the PT world.Special Guest:Dr. Steven George, Editor-in-Chief, PTJ (Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal)

Today, I speak with Jennifer J. Bagwell, PT, PhD, DPT, an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at California State University Long Beach. Her overall research objective is to enhance quality of life through the reduction of joint pathology and the promotion of health and exercise. She seeks to understand the relationship between movement, anatomy, and function with respect to perinatal joint loading and pain and to optimize injury prevention and treatment strategies for this population. She serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Women's and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy and as the Secretary of the Academy of Physical Therapy Research and of the Biomechanics Special Interest Group.We talk about:-changing biomechanics with pregnancy & postpartum-research during pregnancy-differences in each trimester-myths surrounding pregnancy activity-research in postpartum-the danger of overcorrecting-furthering the research-being an associate editorTime Stamps1:00 Introduction3:30 beginning to study pregnancy running mechanics7:34 complications of doing research on pregnant women10:01 research findings17:08 being active during pregnancy19:20 why we see what we see25:10 the danger of overcorrecting28:50 feedback on the paper34:00 from clinic to research37:45 the Journal of Women's and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy44:50 rapid fire questionsCONNECT WITH CARRIEIG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/IG: https://www.instagram.com/native_women_running/Website: https://carriepagliano.comCONNECT WITH JENNIFERX- @JennyBagwellPTInstagram- jennybagwellptWebsite: https://www.csulb.edu/college-of-health-human-services/physical-therapy/the-clinical-movement-performance-laboratoryThe Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms' Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey. This show has been a long time in the making! You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry. If you're like me, you don't have a lot of free time (heck, you're probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST! If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

On this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart podcast, Dr. Jennifer Stevens-Lapsley and Dr. Kory Zimney, underscored the crucial role clinicians play in influencing the APTA research agenda. They emphasized that clinicians should be invested in the research agenda as it directly impacts their practice and the well-being of their patients. Here are key takeaways from the episode on how clinicians can actively contribute to the APTA research agenda: 1.     Data Collection: Clinicians are encouraged to start gathering outcomes data in their clinical settings. This data serves as a valuable resource for addressing research inquiries and refining clinical practices. By systematically collecting data on patient outcomes, clinicians can bolster the evidence base, guiding decision-making at both individual patient levels and broader research endeavors. 2.     Questioning: Clinicians are uniquely positioned to identify knowledge gaps and areas requiring further research. By posing questions based on their clinical experiences, clinicians can help shape research priorities and initiate meaningful research projects. Cultivating a curious mindset can lead to the formulation of research questions that tackle real-world clinical challenges. 3.     Collaboration with Researchers: Collaboration between clinicians and researchers is pivotal for advancing the field of physical therapy. Clinicians can collaborate with researchers by sharing clinical insights, participating in research studies, and engaging in discussions on research findings. Through joint efforts, clinicians and researchers can ensure that research remains relevant, practical, and directly applicable to clinical settings. 4.     Networking and Relationship Building: Clinicians are urged to network with researchers, academic institutions, and other healthcare professionals to foster collaborations and knowledge exchange. Establishing relationships with researchers can provide clinicians with opportunities to contribute to research projects, access resources, and stay abreast of the latest research developments in physical therapy. 5.     Promoting Evidence-Based Practice: Physical therapists are an evidence-based profession who rely on research to inform their clinical interventions. By actively engaging with the APTA research agenda and participating in research endeavors, clinicians can enhance the quality of care they deliver and contribute to the advancement of the profession. Time Stamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:01:04 - Importance of the APTA Research Agenda 00:03:27 - Development Process of the Research Agenda 00:07:02 - Dissemination of the Research Agenda 00:11:56 - Overview of the Six Key Areas 00:12:14 - Population Health Research 00:12:59 - Mechanistic Research 00:13:19 - Clinical Research 00:17:19 - Education and Professional Development Research 00:21:16 - Health Services Research 00:22:18 - Workforce Research 00:24:36 - Relevance to Clinicians 00:30:05 - Encouragement for Clinician Involvement 00:32:11 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways 00:34:16 - Contact Information for Guests 00:34:42 - Advice to 20-Year-Old Self 00:36:12 - Conclusion and Sign-Off   More About Dr. Jennifer Stevens-Lapsley: Dr. Stevens-Lapsley serves as a Professor and the Director of the Rehabilitation Science PhD Program within the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center. Additionally, she is the Associate Director of Research for the Eastern Colorado VA Geriatrics Research, Education, and Clinical Center (GRECC). She is dedicated to the advancement of evidence-based solutions in older adult rehabilitation, achieved through rigorous research methodologies and strategic partnerships. With 25 years of experience in clinical research, her specialization lies in post-joint arthroplasty care and medically complex patient populations.  Dr. Stevens-Lapsley's impactful clinical research has yielded 200 publications, garnered numerous awards, and secured $20 million in funding. She is a frequent presenter at both national and international forums, contributing significantly to the dissemination of her research findings.   More About Dr. Kory Zimney: Kory Zimney, PT, DPT, Ph.D. has been practicing physical therapy since 1994 following his graduation from the University of North Dakota with his Master in Physical Therapy. He completed his transitional DPT graduate from the Post Professional Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program at Des Moines University, Class of 2010. He also earned his Ph.D. in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in 2020. Dr. Zimney is an Associate Professor within the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of South Dakota and the Director of the Ph.D. in Health Sciences program at USD. He also serves as Senior Faculty with Evidence in Motion (EIM) and researcher with Therapeutic Neuroscience Research Group and USD Center for Brain and Behavior Research. His primary teaching, research, and treatment focuses are on pain neuroscience, therapeutic alliance, and evidence-based practice for orthopedic injuries of the spine and extremities. He has published multiple peer-reviewed research articles in these areas. Past work experiences have been with various community-based hospitals working in multiple patient care areas, including inpatient, skilled rehab, home health, acute rehab, work conditioning/hardening, and outpatient orthopedics.   He has completed the Advanced Credentialed Clinical Instructor program through the American Physical Therapy Association and is a Certified Spinal Manual Therapist and assisted in the development of the Therapeutic Pain Specialist program through the EIM certification program, and has a certification in Applied Functional Science through the Gray Institute. Resources from this Episode: APTA Research Agenda   Jane Sponsorship Information: Win a Ticket to See Lorimer Moseley in NYC Book a one-on-one demo here 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 SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

Dr. Phillip Chen is the head Physical Therapist at Fyzical Fort Lee, NJ. Phillip was born and raised in the rainy city of Seattle, WA. He graduated from Western Washington University with a Bachelor's in Kinesiology. He then continued his education at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, now known as Saint Joseph University, graduating with honors with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. During his time at University of the Sciences, he was awarded the William B. Inverso, Jr. award for his excellence in Physical Therapy Research. In addition to his excellence in clinical practice, Phillip is passionate about providing the latest evidence-based practice and research. He presented at the International Vestibular Rehabilitation Conference 2022 in Minneapolis, MN, where his team won 1st place for best research poster. The team is publishing their work on “Motor Learning of the Video HIT by Novice and Experienced VPT” under the direction of Dr. Anne Galgon, a well-known expert in vestibular rehabilitation. Phillip enjoys spending time with his family and friends and trying out new restaurants outside of work.   Contact Info: Phillip.Chen@FYZICAL.com www.FYZICAL.com/fort-lee-nj 201-482-4249       Fela Davis host “Members At Work” Podcast! Members at work podcast was created to give the Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce (FLRCC) members in Cliffside Park, Englewood Cliffs, Edgewater, Fort Lee, Leonia, Palisades Park, and Ridgefield a new approach to informing the community about their businesses. Enhancing our members' visibility and promoting commerce in our communities has always been our goal. The podcasts will feature a new member every episode! Creating an opportunity for the public to intimately get to know each business as they tell their story. The FLRCC is your resource portal for business information and contacts in Northern Bergen County fostering quality relationships among businesses by providing ongoing networking opportunities in the form of Networking Events and smaller Networking Groups, Speaker Breakfasts, Golf Outings, Dinner Dances and now podcasts! For more information about the FLRCC or to join, visit: https://www.fortleechamber.com One of One Productions studio is the home of Members At Work Podcast! One of One is a podcast studio that caters to the booming business of podcasting and audiobook recording! Offering a comfortable atmosphere with the latest audio technology available to record your podcasts! Their 4 guest table or an intimate podcast on the couch is designed to put you and your guest at ease. They are a full service media company in audio and video podcasting with podcast rental gear available! They also partner with clients to create modern videos/short documentaries for businesses and individuals. Want to learn more about Fela and One of One Productions? www.oneofoneproductions.com www.23dbproductions.com https://www.facebook.com/oneofoneprostudio https://www.instagram.com/oneofoneprostudio https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3UhWucbZWyCftr3ELbQ8bg/videos Please follow and share on Facebook & Instagram!!!  

Dr. Dan Rhon (Twitter, e-mail) is interviewed by Skip Gill about the grant funding process and opportunities. This episode contains information that will be interesting for educators, researchers, and clinicians who want to learn more about how to navigate the grant funding process. Dr. Rhon discusses practical insights of grant funded research, and walks through an example using the Clinical Science in Manual Therapy Research Award.  Dr Rhon also discusses other grant venues to consider from:  ForceNet, the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, and the National Institutes of Health.Find out more about the Foundation for Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (FOMPT) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) at the following links:Foundation website: www.aaompt.org/foundationAcademy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=enPodcast e-mail: aaomptpodcast@gmail.comPodcast website: https://aaomptpodcast.simplecast.fm

BG Deydre Teyhen received her Bachelor of Arts in Sports Science at Ohio Wesleyan University. She earned her master's degree in physical therapy from the U.S. Army-Baylor University, completed her Ph.D. in Biome- chanics from the University of Texas, and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Baylor University. BG Teyhen graduated with honors as a distinguished graduate from the U.S. Army War College with a master's degree in Strategic Studies.Prior to assuming command of the Brooke Army Medical Center, BG Teyhen previously served as the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support, G-1/4/6) at the Office of the Surgeon General in Falls Church, Virginia. During the pandemic, she served as the Department of Defense Lead of Therapeutics for Operation Warp Speed at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and as the Commander for Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, the Department of Defense's largest biomedical research facility. She led infectious disease, brain, and behavioral health research efforts; including research to prevent, detect, and treat COVID-19. Previously, she commanded the U.S. Army Health Clinic Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. Her previous assignments include Assistant Chief of Staff, Public Health at the Office of the Army Surgeon General; Commander, Public Health Command Region-South; Deputy Director, Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research Center at Fort Detrick, Md.; Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Physical Therapy Research for the U.S. Army Baylor University Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy on Fort Sam Houston, Texas; Officer-in-Charge of Task Force 10 Delta Med in Al Kut, Iraq; Chief of Musculoskeletal Care Center and Chief of Physical Therapy at Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center, Fort Meade; Chief of Outpatient Physical Therapy at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C.; Chief of Physical Therapy, 21st Combat Support Hospital in Tuzla, Bosnia; and Physical Therapist at (then) Carl R. Darnall Army Community Hospital at Fort Hood, Texas.BG Teyhen also serves as the 20th Chief, U.S. Army Medical Specialist Corps. She has spent her career focused on improving the delivery of healthcare, holistic health, and readiness (public health, musculoskeletal medicine, behavioral health, resiliency, imaging, and technology). Her research accomplishments include over 225 peer-reviewed publications, editorials, book chapters, and published abstracts; 120 presentations at conferences; and 150 invited lectures.BG Teyhen's key military awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (four Oak Leaf Clusters), the Army Medical Department Order of Military Medical Merit (O2M3), the Surgeon General's “A” Proficiency Designator, and the U.S. Army War College Commandant's Award for Distinction in Research. Key civilian awards include Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association, Dissertation Award from the University of Texas, the American Physical Therapy Association, Margaret L. Moore Award for Outstanding New Academic Faculty Member, and inducted into the Kinesiology and Health Education Distinguished Alumna Hall of Honor, University of Texas.

At CSM in San Diego, we held an innovative way of transforming society. This inaugural event “PArTy with a Purpose” was generously hosted by the APTA Geriatrics, APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation and the ATI Foundation. We had taken over The New Museum (a premier children's museum) directly across the street from CSM. This event raised $30,000 which helped support three deserving organizationsOne More Wave - Empowering veterans to find healing through surfing. Providing wounded and disabled veterans with customized surfing equipment and a community to surf with. APTA Geriatrics Fund - The APTA Geriatrics Fund supports scholarships for future geriatric researchers and aging-specific research grants to help improve PT for older adults through the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research. ATI Foundation - The ATI Foundation was created as a way for API employees and patients to give back to the communities in which they live, work and serve. From 2003 to 2020, the ATI Foundation raised more than $4 million to make a meaningful impact in the lives of nearly 4,500 children with physical impairments. THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:LEADER SPONSORS:APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation APTA GeriatricsATI FoundationALLY SPONSORS:APTA Academy of Orthopaedic Physical TherapyNetHealthOwens Recovery SciencePerformance PT

INTERVIEWS IN THIS EDITION 1. Amy Bailes, PT PhD Director of Physical Therapy Research, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH “Inpatient Physical Therapy After Orthopedic Lower Extremity Surgery in Children With Cerebral Palsy” A new study in Pediatric Physical Therapy reveals the proportion of children with cerebral palsy having physical therapy during inpatient stay after their orthopedic lower extremity surgery. The value of such therapy to inpatient care is discussed by lead author Amy Bailes. 2. Rachel Bican, PT, DPT, PhD Assistant Professor, Division of Physical Therapy, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio “Comparison of Gross Motor Outcomes Between Children With Cerebral Palsy From Appalachian and Non-Appalachian Counties” Pediatric Physical Therapy researcher Rachel Bican talks about her investigation of cerebral palsy outcomes in the US Appalachian area compared to nearby non-Apalachian regions. 3. Nancy Lennon, PT DPT MS Department of Orthopedics, Division of Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Services, Nemours Children's Health, Wilmington, Delaware, USA “Factors Associated With Short-Term Recovery Following Single-Event Multilevel Surgery for Children With Cerebral Palsy.” Nancy Lennon talks about her group's research findings of the effect of physical therapy on the outcome of single event multilevel surgery performed to improve motor function in children with cerebral palsy. 4. Natalie Fairbairn, MPH/MHM, OT Grace Centre for Newborn Intensive Care, The Children's Hospital, Westmead, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. “Risk of Developmental Coordination Disorder in 8- and 9-Year-Olds Following Newborn Cardiac and Non–Cardiac Surgery” Natalie Fairbairn discusses the risks her group found of cardiac and non-cardiac surgery on newborn babies—in particular its effect on developmental co-ordination disorder. 5. James E Gehringer, PhD Research Assistant Professor Munroe-Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska “Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Training in Virtual Reality: A Feasibility Study” James Gehringer explains how his group integrated virtual reality with Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Training (HABIT) for treating unilateral cerebral palsy. The research appeared to overcome some of the frequently encountered barriers to progress. 6. Johannes J Noordstar, PhD MSc, Assistant Professor, Center for Child Development, Exercise & Physical Literacy, Wilhelmina Children's Hospital, University Medical Centre, Utrecht University, Netherlands. “Is Measuring Physical Literacy in School-Aged Children With Cystic Fibrosis or Congenital Heart Disease Needed?” Physical therapy researcher Johannes Noordstar talks about his group's research on whether “physical literacy” should be assessed in school-age children with cystic fibrosis or congenital heart disease. 7. Helen Carey, PT DHSc PCS College of Health Sciences, University of Indianapolis, Indiana USA “Early Developmental Trends in High-Risk Neonates Later Diagnosed With Autism Spectrum Disorder” Helen Carey talks about her findings (published in Pediatric Physical Therapy) from a study of high-risk neonates showing how autism spectrum disorder can be detected very early in life.

COL(P) Deydre Teyhen was born in Canton, Ohio and received her Bachelor of Arts in Sports Science at Ohio Wesleyan University. She earned her Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from the U.S. Army-Baylor University, completed her Ph.D. in Biomechanics from the University of Texas, and her Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from the Baylor University. COL(P) Teyhen graduated with honors from the U.S. Army War College with a Master's Degree in Strategic Studies.She currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support), G-1/4/6, U.S. Army Medical Command and as the 20th Chief, U.S. Army Medical Specialist Corps. COL(P) Teyhen most recently served as the Department of Defense Lead of Therapeutics for Operation Warp Speed at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Prior to joining HHS, she served as the Commander for Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, the Department of Defense's largest biomedical research facility. COL(P) Teyhen led infectious disease, brain, and behavioral health research efforts; including research to prevent, detect, and treat COVID-19. Her previous assignments include Commander, U.S. Army Health Clinic-Schofield Barracks; Assistant Chief of Staff, Public Health at the Army's Office of the Surgeon General; Commander, Public Health Command Region-South; Deputy Director, Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research Center at Fort Detrick, MD; Associate Professor and Director of the center for Physical Therapy Research for the U.S. Army-Baylor University Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy at Fort Sam Houston, TX; Officer-in-Charge of Task Force 10 Delta Med in Al Kut, Iraq; Chief of Musculoskeletal Care Center and Chief of Physical Therapy at Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center, Fort Meade, MD; Chief of Outpatient Physical Therapy at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C.; Chief of Physical Therapy, 21st Combat Support Hospital in Tuzla, Bosnia; and Physical Therapist at Darnall Army Community Hospital at Fort Hood, TX.COL(P) Teyhen's personal research portfolio focuses on Soldier health and medical readiness (public health, musculoskeletal medicine, behavioral health, resiliency, imaging, and technology). Her research accomplishments include over 210 peer-reviewed publications, editorials, book chapters, and published abstracts; 120 presentations at conferences; and 150 invited lectures.Her key military awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (3OLC), the Army Medical Department's Order of Military Medical Merit, the Surgeon General's “A” Proficiency Designator, and the U.S. Army War College Commandant's Award for Distinction in Research. Key civilian awards include Dissertation Award from the University of Texas, the American Physical Therapy Association, Margaret L. Moore Award for Outstanding New Academic Faculty Member, and inducted into the Kinesiology and Health Education Distinguished Alumna Hall of Honor, University of Texas.

This week, we are talking about the concept of Corrective Exercise, and as always this conversation is framed by the latest article that we posted on the Reading List at StrongerInMotion.com. The title of the article is: Revisiting the Corrective Exercise Conundrum, written by Dr. Ben Geierman and published by our friends at Barbell Rehab.Recently, the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy published an editorial that included the following statement: "In physical therapy, management paradigms for various musculoskeletal conditions are dominated by identifying abnormalities in posture and alignment, among others, Most abnormalities have NO ASSOCIATION with pain or disability, challenging the use of corrective exercises.”So…what might this mean for physical therapist and coaches? Particularly for those who have found consistent success with corrective exercise prescription?Just because more recent research indicates corrective exercise isn't the super start we once thought it was, doesn't mean that utilizing it was totally wrong, and that continuing to incorporate it into practice is “bad”. It means there is more to learn - shocker - and time to add additional tools to our professional tool belts.For more on what kind of tools we should be adding, you'll have to tune in next Friday when we conclude this conversation on corrective exercise.In the meantime: If you appreciate this podcast, and the topics we cover each week, do us a favor - screen shot this episode and post in on social media. Tag the podcast @essential.strength.podcast and tag me @dr.davidskolnik.dpt - let us know you're listening. Send this podcast to a friend or colleague that needs to hear it. And, as always, subscribe, rate and review the show. It only takes a few seconds to have an outsized impact on the future of this podcast!Appreciate each and every one of you! Catch ya'll next week!

2021 Foundation Donor Reception We're really excited to host our annual donor reception virtually this year with such a great group of PT researchers. Tamara Keeny, PT, PhD, DPT, CCS Rich Severin, PT, DPT, PhD (c), CCS Jason Falvey, DPT, PhD Douglas Haladay, PT, DPT, PhD, CSCS RSVP today (it's free!) and join us on Feb. 10 at 6pm EST!SHOW LESS

1. Validity of the Early Activity Scale for Endurance and the Six-Minute Walk Test for children with cerebral palsy Two well known tests of function in children with cerebral palsy: the Early Activity Scale for Endurance—EASE—and the Six-Minute Walk Test have been compared in a validation study for assessing children with cerebral palsy by functional ability level, sex, and age. The author of a new research paper in Pediatric Physical Therapy journal—Alyssa LaForme Fiss—tells the podcast about her findings. INTERVIEWEE: Alyssa LaForme Fiss, PT PhD PCS, Associate Professor, Director of Physical Therapy Research, Mercer University, Atlanta, Georgia CO-AUTHORS: Lynn Jeffries, Allison Yocum and Sarah Westcott McCoy 2. Effects of adaptive bungee trampolining for children with cerebral palsy: a single subject study Since most children enjoy jumping on a trampoline this has been investigated as a therapy for children with cerebral palsy in research published in Pediatric Physical Therapy. Author Ashleigh Germain from Australia tells the podcast how she and her colleagues at Curtin University in Perth assessed the effects of using an adapted trampoline with an added “bungee” harness to protect the children. INTERVIEWEE: Ashleigh M Germain, Curtin University of Technology, Western Australia, Australia CO-AUTHORS: Marie Blackmore, Noula Gibson, Becky Newell and Sîan A Williams 3. Early intervention and postural adjustments during reaching in infants at risk of cerebral palsy A program known as COPCA (COPing with and CAring for infants with special needs) developed in the Netherlands has been trialed for early intervention in infants at high risk of cerebral palsy. Mijna Hadders Algra, from Groningen tells the podcast how babies’ reaching behavior gave important insights into care in an investigation of the postural effects of a family-centered program applied at 3-6 months corrected age in infants at high risk of cerebral palsy. INTERVIEWEE: Mijna Hadders-Algra MD, Professor of Developmental Neurology, University Medical Center, Groningen, Netherlands CO-AUTHORS: Lieke C. van Balen, Linze-Jaap Dijkstra,Tineke Dirks, Arend F. Bos 4. Cardiopulmonary Exercise test using arm ergometry in children with Spina Bifida: a prediction model An equation to help physical therapists optimize the physical development of patients with spina bifida—while avoiding exacerbating co-morbidities—has been developed in Brazil. The podcast hears from Ana Claudia Mattiello Sverzut—author of a study aimed at developing a prediction model for peak oxygen uptake in children with spina bifida—considering peak work load, peak heart rate, age, sex, anthropometric measures, walking level. INTERVIEWEE: Ana Claudia Mattiello Sverzut PT PhD Physical Therapy Professor, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil CO-AUTHORS: Jana A.M. Tuijtelaars¬, Marisa Maia Leonardi-Figuiredo, Julio Crescencio, Lourenço Gallo Junior, Edson Zangiacomi Martinez, Manon Bloemen, PT, Tim Takken 5. Functional task training combined with electrical stimulation improves motor capacity in children with unilateral cerebral palsy: a single-subject design Electrical stimulation was found to be an important method of improving motor capacity for children with unilateral cerebral palsy in some more research reported from Brazil. In the podcast Rejane Vale Gonçalves discusses her group’s investigation of whether gastrocnemius FES combined with training of functional tasks produced improvements in variables related to walking performance, capacity for propulsive force generation and changes in gross motor function of children with SUCP INTERVIEWEE: Rejane Vale Gonçalves, PT PhD, Physical Therapy Professor, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Belo Horizonte, Brazil CO-AUTHORS: Sérgio Teixeira Fonseca, Priscila Albuquerque de Araújo, Thales Rezende Souza, Renan Alves Resende and Marisa Cotta Mancini

This week on "Life After Stroke with Christopher Ewing", we chat with Dr. James Finley and Dr. Natalia Sanchez in the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy at USC. Topics covered in this episode include: ▪ The research that goes into improving the motor skills of stroke survivors ▪ The work that it takes to be able to apply to do clinical studies on the effects of stroke ▪ Some of the exciting advances that are happening in the area of stroke and stroke rehabilitation and much, much more! "Life After Stroke" is a hit radio show hosted by Emmy Award winning TV host, motivational speaker, and stroke survivor, Christopher Ewing. Each episode is recorded during an actual stroke support group and features interviews with doctors and therapists, as well as the chance for stroke survivors to be able to share what's on their mind. Clothes provided by Zappos Adaptive. From shirts with magnetic buttons to tennis shoes with zippers by top designers like Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Levi’s and more! Shop ZapposAdaptive! For more information, just go to www.TheStrokeChannel.TV, or download The Stroke Channel TV app, FREE in the Google Play and iTunes App stores!

01 Effects of Structured Exercise Training in Children and Adolescents with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A Systematic Review Susan Klepper PT, MS, PhD, former Assistant Professor Rehabilitation & Regenerative Medicine (Physical Therapy), Columbia University, New York, NY The purpose of this review was to update the evidence for safety and efficacy of structured exercise training in a variety of settings for children and adolescents with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. 02 The Timed Up and Go test in children: Does Protocol Choice Matter? A Systematic Review Evi Verbecque PT PhD, Post Doctoral Researcher, University of Hasselt, Limburg, Belgium Results on reliability and normative data for the Timed Up and Go test in children who are are systematically reviewed. 03 Effects of Instruction on Parent Competency during Infant Handling in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Eilish M. Byrne PT, DSc, PCS, CNT, Supervisor Physical Therapy Department, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Palo Alto, CA The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of three different methods for delivering instruction on infant handling to parents in the neonatal intensive care unit. 04 Developmental Trajectories and Reference Percentiles for the 6-Minute Walk Test for Children with Cerebral Palsy Alyssa LaForme Fiss PT PhD PCS, Associate Professor, Director of Physical Therapy Research, Mercer University, Atlanta, Georgia The purposes of this study were to: document longitudinal developmental trajectories in 6MWT distances and develop age-specific reference percentiles for children across different Gross Motor Function Classification System levels. 05 Progression of Ankle Plantarflexion Contractures and Functional Decline in DMD: Implications for Physical Therapy Management Michael Kiefer PT DPT, North Worcester, University of Massachusetts MA. Formerly: Pediatric Neuromuscular Unit, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio This study characterizes the progressive loss of ankle dorsiflexion range of motion in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, the relationship to functional decline, and the implications for physical therapy management. 06 Adapted dance improves motor abilities and participation in children with Down syndrome: A pilot study Michelle McGuire, PT MPT, Coordinator, Division of Occupational and Physical Therapy, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio This pilot study measured effects of an adapted dance program on motor abilities and participation in children with Down syndrome and explored caregivers' qualitative feedback regarding its benefits. 07 Moving Toward Excellence in Pediatric Physical Therapy Education: A Scoping Review Deborah K. Anderson PT DPT PCS, Program Director, Physical Therapy, College of Health Sciences, Midwestern Universkity, Downers Grove, IL The purpose of this scoping review was to identify and map current evidence that underpins excellence in pediatric physical therapy education.

In a constantly changing environment, physical therapists are looking at new ways to increase their practice. Today’s expert shares his solution to surviving in a challenging physical therapy climate. Russ Certo, PT and owner of Grand Island Physical Therapy founded the medically oriented gym (MOG) by combining a medically focused fitness center with his private [...]

Many are surprised to discover that physical therapy is often one of the many functions that takes place at elementary and secondary schools. Today’s expert Sue Cecere, PT, MHS is a Physical Therapy Instructional Specialist at the Prince Georges County Public Schools and Vice President of the APTA Section on Pediatrics. She shares what it’s [...]

It’s difficult to predict what the true impact of the Affordable Care Act will have on physical therapy. To share his thoughts on the future of physical therapy, Josh Bailey, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CPed recently joined PT Talker.  Dr. Bailey is co-owner, president and CEO for Rehabilitation Associates of Central Virginia. Bailey sees physical therapists [...]