PT Rebels Podcast

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick, PT, ScD, delivers a clear message: not all physical therapists or clinics are created equal. For serious athletes, parents, and coaches, choosing the right provider can directly impact diagnosis, treatment, performance, and a safe return to sport. Dr. Fick shares how she built her practice around highly individualized care rather than a one-size-fits-all approach and explains why advanced training and deep clinical expe...

Send us Fan Mail This one hits different. Episode 100 isn’t just a milestone—it’s proof that something bigger is happening. What started as one voice questioning the system has turned into a growing movement of clinicians who are done settling for burnout, done chasing volume, and done delivering care inside a model that doesn’t prioritize results. In this episode, we take a step back and reflect on the journey: why this podcast started, the problems in physical therapy no one was discussing,...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick, PT, ScD dives into one of the most misunderstood parts of training: the difference between being pushed and being broken. Hard training is often glorified in sports, but not all suffering leads to progress. Dr. Fick explains that real performance gains come from the right balance of stress and recovery, not just effort. When that balance is off, athletes may believe they’re getting tougher when they’re actually digging ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick, PT, ScD, examines prevalent mistakes and misconceptions in athletic rehabilitation and how they may contribute to delayed recovery or recurrent injury. Drawing on current rehabilitation science, she explores why effective rehab must extend beyond symptom resolution and instead prioritize progressive capacity development. The discussion addresses the limitations of rest as a standalone strategy, the integration of psycho...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick, PT, ScD, sits down with Dr. Sam Shively, DPT, CSCS, to explore how physical therapy must evolve to meet the unique demands of gymnastics. Drawing from her extensive gymnastics background, Dr. Shively shares why sport-specific knowledge is non-negotiable when treating gymnasts and how traditional rehab models often fall short. Together, they discuss integrating strength and conditioning into rehab, building individualize...