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APTA Orthopedics podcast is your go-to source for practical wisdom in orthopedic physical therapy. Join the conversation as experienced professionals share their hands-on knowledge, clinical experiences, and valuable tips. Gain a deeper understanding of evidence-based practices and enhance your skills through engaging discussions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.
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In this episode of APTA Orthopedics Podcasts, host APTA Georgia President Ben Braxley, PT, DPT and guest APTA Virginia President Emily J. Hawkins, PT, DPT, PhD, explore how orthopedic physical therapists can find community, leadership pathways, and professional identity through APTA chapters, sections, and academies.They discuss:- How chapter + academy involvement strengthens ortho identity & community- How to build sustainable volunteer and leadership pipelines- How evolving member needs — especially across generations — shape engagementWhether you’re a student, early-career clinician, or seasoned orthopedic PT, this conversation highlights how getting involved locally and nationally can expand your network, sharpen your skill set, and elevate your impact.Target Audience:Orthopedic physical therapists, orthopedic PT residents, early-career PTs, PT students, military-affiliated PTs, section and academy PT members, PT volunteers, PT leaders, APTA chapter members, OCS-focused clinicians, outpatient orthopedic clinicians
Join APTA Orthopedics for this informative town hall on the Orthopedic PT Toolkit for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs), designed to help physical therapists expand their practice and collaborate effectively with dental professionals.In this session, Dr. Janey Prodoehl, PT, PhD, CCTT, 2024 Q3 Innovative Practice Award Winner, shares her toolkit to support evidence-based, conservative care for patients with TMD, including:Strategies for patient education and engagementTools for building PT-dentist collaborationEvidence-based conservative care approachesPractical tips for assessing and treating jaw pain, muscle dysfunction, and cervical contributionsWhether you’re an orthopedic PT, student, or educator, this town hall offers actionable insights to improve patient outcomes and grow your practice.Target Audience:Orthopedic physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, PT students, APTA Orthopedics members, Clinicians interested in TMD management, Dental professionals exploring PT collaboration
In this Performing Arts SIG (PASIG) panel, PASIG Vice President of Education Melissa Strzelinski, PT, PhD, moderates a discussion with leading clinicians in performing arts physical therapy:Michael Costello, PT, DSc, OCS, MTC; Monique DeLuca Watson, DPT, OCS, CMTPT/DN; and Andrew Kunin, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT.Together, they explore neuropathic pain in dancers and musicians, examining how clinicians can identify, assess, and manage nerve-related conditions within the unique physical demands of performing artists. Topics include:* Recognizing neuropathic pain presentations in performers* Clinical reasoning and treatment planning for nerve-related injuries* Practical education strategies for patient self-management* Common technical faults and training errors linked to neuropathic issues* Case discussions from both dance and music populationsThis session offers a deep dive into how orthopedic and performing arts clinicians can bridge the gap between neuroscience, performance, and rehabilitation.Target AudienceOrthopedic physical therapists, performing arts PTs, PT students, dance medicine clinicians, musicians’ health specialists, and anyone treating performers with complex movement and neuropathic pain conditions.
Join us for the second session in our Animal PT Webinar Series, hosted by Sasha Foster, PT, MS (https://sashaafoster.com), President of the Animal PT SIG, with special guests Dr. Carrie Adrian (https://www.canineiq.net). This webinar is sponsored by GO GO Charlie (https://gogocharlie.com).In this discussion, our panel explores the practical and professional landscape of Animal Physical Therapy, diving into how PTs can expand their impact in the field through clinical reasoning, collaboration, and creative business models. You’ll hear firsthand insights from clinicians working across human and animal practice settings, sharing strategies to build confidence, credibility, and connection in this growing specialty.What You’ll Learn:✓ How PTs can integrate animal practice into existing clinical frameworks✓ Strategies for professional collaboration across disciplines and settings✓ Practical advice for marketing, networking, and establishing your role in animal rehabilitation
In this episode of APTA Orthopedics Podcasts, host Luciano Garcia, PT, ScD, OCS, COMT and guest Darrin Staloch, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, FAAOMPT, explore the science, safety, and practical application of blood flow restriction (BFR) training in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation.They discuss how BFR can enhance strength and hypertrophy, when and how to use it safely, and its growing role across patient populations — from post-surgical athletes to older adults recovering from joint replacement.Whether you’re curious about the evidence, the right equipment, or clinical pearls from years of hands-on experience, this episode offers insight into integrating BFR into your orthopedic toolkit.Target Audience:Orthopedic physical therapists, sports physical therapists, rehab clinicians, physical therapy residents and fellows, and PT students interested in advanced exercise and recovery techniques.
Discover cutting-edge strategies for treating runners with Kate Mihevc Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, one of APTA Orthopedics’ 2025 1st Quarter Innovative Practice Award winners. In this professional presentation, Kate explains why running injuries are multifactorial and how physical therapists can collaborate with an interdisciplinary team—including sports dietitians, psychologists, and physicians—to optimize runner care.Topics covered include:- Multidisciplinary approaches to prevent and treat running injuries- Addressing biomechanics, strength, mobility, nutrition, sleep, and mental health- Practical strategies for gait analysis, rehab, and return-to-run programs- How RunSource, Kate’s innovative app, extends care beyond the clinicLearn more about our Innovative Practice Award winners here: https://www.orthopt.org/content/s/innovative-practice-award-winnersTarget Audience:Physical Therapists, Sports and Orthopedic PTs, Athletic Trainers and Rehab Professionals, PT Students and Residents interested in sports medicine or running medicine, Clinicians exploring interdisciplinary approaches
Join us for the first session in our Animal PT Webinar Series, hosted by Sasha Foster, PT, MS (https://sashaafoster.com), President of the Animal PT SIG, with special guests Amie Hesbach, PT, DPT, MS (https://www.empowerphysiopt.com/about) and Kirk Peck, PT, PhD, CSCS, CCRT (https://www.creighton.edu/campus-directory/peck-kirk-m). This video is sponsored by CanineIQ (https://www.canineiq.net). In this conversation, you’ll dive deeper into the world of Animal Physical Therapy, focusing on collaboration, skill-sharing, and building professional bridges between PTs and veterinarians.What You’ll Learn:✓ How PT skill sets complement veterinary expertise✓ Real-world stories from labs and clinics highlighting collaboration✓ Tips for PTs entering the animal health space and creating partnershipsCheck Out Our Sponsor CanineIQ: https://www.canineiq.net/Join the APTSIG: https://www.orthopt.org/content/special-interest-groups/animal-physical-therapyJoin the APTSIG Community: https://aopt.connectedcommunity.org/home
Join host Meghan Homoky, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC, as she sits down with Victoria Kochick, PT, DPT, NCS, AVPT, to discuss the Exit Test and essential pearls for return-to-sport (RTS) testing post-concussion. In this episode, they dive into:- What the Exit Test is and why it’s crucial for safe RTS- Bridging the gap between asymptomatic athletes and full game readiness- Cardiovascular and dynamic components of the Exit Test- How to identify exertion intolerance, vestibular sensitivities, and deconditioning- Clinical insights on using the Exit Test for high school, college, and professional athletes- Future directions for widespread validation and utilizationWhether you’re a physical therapist, athletic trainer, or sports medicine professional, this episode will equip you with practical strategies to enhance concussion clearance and ensure athlete safety.Target Audience:Physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, PT students, sports medicine clinicians, concussion specialists, outpatient rehab clinicians, athletic trainers, VA/military rehab professionals
Dr. Norman L. Johnson, PT, DPT, DEd, MSS, MBA, LMT, received the APTA Orthopedics Innovative Practice Award (Q4 2024) for creating the Mobility Assessment and Treatment Device, an innovative falls screening and gait assessment tool that combines the Four Square Step Test, Timed Up and Go Test, and Figure-of-8 Walk Test.This innovation improves fall risk screening, supports therapeutic activities, and advances patient safety while reducing setup time in clinical practice.Learn more about the Innovative Practice Awards: https://www.orthopt.org/content/s/innovative-practice-award-winnersTarget Audience:Physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, PT students, clinicians working in geriatrics, home health PTs, VA/military rehab professionals, outpatient rehab clinicians, rehabilitation educators, healthcare policymakers, aging and fall-prevention advocates
Join Stephania Bell, PT, OCS, CSCS, senior writer and injury analyst for ESPN, as she sits down with Caitlin McGee, MS, PT, DPT, a leader in esports medicine. Together, they dive into the world of competitive gaming and show how PTs can prevent injuries, improve performance, and make a real impact on esports athletes.In this episode, you’ll discover:• Common injuries affecting competitive gamers—and how to treat them• Why esports medicine is an emerging field every PT should know about• Multidisciplinary approaches that enhance performance and reduce injury risk• How to get involved in esports medicine as a PT• Insights from Dr. McGee’s research and textbook contributionsWhether you’re a student, early-career clinician, or seasoned PT, this episode gives you actionable strategies and expert advice to stay ahead in a growing niche of physical therapy.Target Audience:Physical therapists (students, early career, and experienced clinicians), Rehab professionals interested in niche practice areas, Sports medicine clinicians exploring emerging populations, PT educators and program directors
In the fifth episode of Did You Know?, part of the APTA Orthopedics Podcasts, hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody chat with Dan Mills about prescriptive authority in physical therapy—what it means, why it matters, and how it could reshape the profession.From the origins of the APTA task force to international perspectives, military examples, and state-level challenges, this episode explores how prescriptive authority could expand access, improve efficiency, and strengthen PT practice.Target Audience:physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, PT students, academic faculty, PT leaders, APTA members, healthcare policy advocates, rehab professionals
Join Bob Hall and PT leader Marcia Spoto, PT, MS, as they break down value-based care in physical therapy. In this episode, Marcia explains:- What value-based care really means- How it differs from traditional fee-for-service models- Why patient outcomes and satisfaction are key metrics- Opportunities for PTs in both private practice and hospital systems- How data and documentation can boost referrals, revenue, and clinic successWhether you’re curious about improving patient care, navigating new payment models, or positioning yourself as a problem solver in healthcare, this episode gives a clear, practical guide to value-based care and its impact on the PT profession.Target Audience:Physical therapists (PTs) in private practice, hospital, or outpatient settings, PT leaders and clinic managers, PT students interested in healthcare trends, Professionals looking to understand value-based care and payment models in healthcare, Anyone in orthopedics or musculoskeletal rehab interested in improving patient outcomes and clinic efficiency
Are you an orthopedic clinician considering a terminal degree? In this episode of the APTA Orthopedics Podcast, host Luciano Garcia sits down with Sharon Wang Price, PT, PhD, COMT, FAAOMPT, and Phil Sizer, PT, PhD, FAAOMPT, to explore the differences between the ScD and PhD programs. Learn which degree might be the best fit for your career goals in research, education, or clinical leadership. They also discuss program length, hybrid options, and tips for balancing work, life, and advanced education.Target Audience:Physical therapists, orthopedic clinicians, DPT graduates considering advanced degrees, Clinicians interested in research or academic careers, PTs exploring career growth and leadership opportunities, Current or prospective students looking at SCD or PhD programs in rehabilitation sciences
Get an inside look at your newest APTA Orthopedics member benefit! In this Town Hall recording, we walk you through our collaboration with PhysioU, giving you streamlined access to Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) content and interactive tools designed to enhance learning and improve patient care.You’ll see the platform in action, learn how to apply CPGs at the point of care, and hear directly from leaders about how this resource can help reduce unwanted practice variation while boosting your confidence in clinical decision-making.Target Audience:orthopedic physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, PT students, APTA Orthopedics members, clinicians using CPGs, continuing education learners, evidence-based practice advocates
On this episode of Pain Cast presented by the Pain SIG of APTA Orthopedics, host Eric Kruger explores integrating the ICF model into pain education and clinical reasoning for physical therapists. Learn practical strategies to help DPT students synthesize biological, psychological, and social factors in patient care, improve clinical reasoning, and link assessment to intervention in complex and chronic pain cases.Target Audience:Physical therapists, DPT students, PT educators, clinicians interested in pain management, musculoskeletal specialists, neurorehabilitation therapists
Join us for an eye-opening Imaging SIG webinar with Drs. Dallas Ehrmantraut and Bremen Abuhl, University of Jamestown faculty and driving forces behind North Dakota’s recent victory for full MSK imaging referral privileges.Fresh from their Editor’s Choice publication in Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal, these researchers share a landmark meta-analysis showing physical therapists as first-contact providers achieve less imaging, fewer medications, and same or better outcomes compared to other providers.Read Now: https://academic.oup.com/ptj/article/105/8/pzaf080/8161542We’ll dive into what the data means for the profession, how it strengthens the case for PTs in primary care, and what’s next for advancing scope and autonomy across the country.Bring your questions, your perspectives, and your curiosity — this is a conversation that could shape the future of physical therapy.Join the Imaging SIG: https://www.orthopt.org/content/special-interest-groups/imagingTarget Audience:physical therapists, PTAs, orthopedic PTs, sports PTs, primary care PTs, outpatient PTs, imaging specialists, rehab clinicians, DPT students, academic faculty, policy advocates
What’s in the proposed 2026 Physician Fee Schedule and why should physical therapists care?In this video, Bob Hall breaks down five key issues in the CMS proposed rule, including:- Physician referrals as plan of care certification- Site-of-service payment differences- Permanent virtual direct supervision (telehealth)- Conversion factor updates- Revisions to practice expense methodologyThese changes could significantly reduce administrative burden, improve access to care, especially in rural areas, and reshape how PT services are paid. Learn how these proposals affect you and how you can advocate for finalizing the policies that support our profession and patients.Target Audience:Physical therapists (especially in private practice or rural settings), PTAs and clinic managers, Healthcare administrators in outpatient and hospital settings, APTA members interested in advocacy and Medicare policy, Students preparing for a career in physical therapy
In the fourth episode of Did You Know?, part of the APTA Orthopedics Podcasts, hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody chat with Susan Appling about the power of professional involvement in physical therapy. Susan reflects on her leadership journey, offers advice for getting started, and shares how participating in advocacy and organizational service can inspire growth—not just for the profession, but for the individual clinician.Whether you’re early in your career or looking to give back, this conversation explores how volunteering and stepping into leadership roles can transform your perspective, expand your impact, and shape the future of physical therapy.Target Audience: Physical therapists at all career stages, PTs interested in leadership, advocacy, and service, DPT students, and early professionals exploring professional engagement
Dr. Norman Johnson, recipient of the 2024 APTA Orthopedics Innovative Practice Award, presents his groundbreaking approach to fall risk screening through the development of a functional and multidirectional reach assessment device. In this presentation, Dr. Johnson walks through the history of reach testing, its clinical limitations, and how his device provides a dynamic, reproducible, and inclusive way to assess and treat patients of all ages—especially older adults and veterans.This presentation is part of our Innovative Practice Award series, highlighting creative and practical ideas that are moving orthopedic physical therapy forward.View All Innovative Award Recipients: https://www.orthopt.org/content/s/innovative-practice-award-winnersTarget Audience:Physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, PT students, clinicians working in geriatrics, home health PTs, VA/military rehab professionals, outpatient rehab clinicians
Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists! In this case scenario, Paul-Neil Czujko walks you through a complex cervical spine presentation involving a 50-year-old male with insidious neck pain, radiating symptoms, and new onset red flags following cervical manipulation. You'll explore clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis, key examination findings, and evidence-based intervention strategies. Learn how to confidently navigate neck pain presentations and sharpen your OCS prep with this detailed analysis rooted in clinical practice guidelines.Check out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosRead the full cervical spine case scenario: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenarios/cervical-spine2Target Audience (with commas):physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, orthopedic physical therapy educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam, evidence-based practitioners
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