The Capable Body Podcast

In this episode, Melissa DaSilva, shares enlightening stories as a private practice mental health therapist who works primarily with the LGBTQ+ community. Also, she debunks a plethora of myths about mental health and interventions such as hypnosis. Highlights include Melissa's embarrassing yet hilarious dream to look like drag queen RuPaul from the "Love Shack" music video. This was a fun interview amongst two developing podcast hosts! Enjoy!   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Melissa, below are more ways to find her on social media. Podcast: Pride Connections Podcast Website: http://prideconnections.com/ Email: melissa@prideconnections.com Facebook: @PrideConnectionsPodcast Instagram: @PrideConnections

In this episode, Dr. Michael Ko, DPT, shares his story from Pre-PT student to Physical Therapist to part-time cash-based practice owner. Also, he elaborates on how continuing education improved his ability to get patients better faster but, most importantly, how the Institute of Physical Arts opened his eyes to the prospects of cash-based PT. Why? Patients truly benefit from more time than allotted under insurance coverage. Highlights include Mike's "why" for pursuing a career within PT and temporarily venturing away from sunny SoCal (southern California) to be with his wife.   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Mike Ko, below are more ways to find him on social media. Website: http://www.movementiqpt.com Facebook: MovementIQPT YouTube: Movement IQ Physical Therapy Instagram: @MovementIQPT Twitter: @MovementIQPT

In this episode, Bill Reif shares his story as a seasoned clinician treating patients with SIJ (sacroiliac joint) dysfunction, especially women. With the support of his son, he wrote a book to educate the public on this particular issue that is not well recognized within the medical field due to the lack of objective findings on clinical imaging (like magnetic resonance imaging). As a Physical Therapist, Bill gained invaluable experience in the clinic, including working with PT legend Stanley Paris. If you are interested, check out the ebook here: https://www.amazon.com/Back-Pain-Secret-Cause-Womens-ebook/dp/B01KFF5496   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Bill Reif, below is how to reach out on social media.   Twitter: @DryNeedlingPT Facebook: @DryNeedlingPT

In this episode, Brian Pickowicz shares his story about journeying from New Hampshire to Southern California as an online fitness coach and competitive bodybuilder. Little did he know that he would meet his hero in the gym, Arnold Schwarzenegger! Highlights include debunking the myths on bodybuilding and having a strong social media presence to show when called up on the Ask Gary Vee show!   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Brian Pickowicz, below are more ways to find him on social media. Website: https://brianpickowicz.com/ Facebook: BP Fitness: Online Fitness Coaching Snapchat: be-pickowicz32 Instagram: @brianpickowicz Twitter: @BrianPickowicz

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Moore, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, MTC, CERT-SMT, shares his story on entering the field of Physical Therapy and pushing the envelope via virtual mentorship, continuing education courses, and podcasts. Despite originally pursuing medical school, Jeff found passion in running. Upon hearing about PT through his brother, who could turn down spending 30 to 45 minutes motivating and "dealing hope" to people in a meaningful way? Through encouraging mentors, Jeff sought to bridge gaps in the delivery of quality care. Highlights include "building a bicycle and selling it" for PT and the impact of sharing patient victory stories with managing chronic pain.   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Jeff Moore and ICE (Institute of Clinical Excellence), below are more ways to find him on social media.   Website: http://ptonice.com/ Twitter: @jeffmooredpt Facebook: Jeff Moore Email: jeffmooredpt@gmail.com Podcasts: PT on ICE, Evidence in Motion, Pain Reframed

In this episode, Dr. RJ Williams, DPT, shares his story from Pre-PT student to Physical Therapist to the balance and dizziness expert of the Las Vegas area. His journey started with hanging out at his father's practice, feeling unsure about this career, and then venturing back into the field of Physical Therapy. Also, RJ shares the magic of treating people who experience issues with balance and dizziness. Why? People feel bounced around and are looking for answers as well as treatments that sometimes work immediately. Highlights include a powerful patient victory story that was made possible by a DPT student under RJ's supervision.   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about RJ Williams and Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers, below are more ways to find him on social media. Website: http://fyzicalvegas.com/ Facebook: RJ Williams YouTube: Fyzical Instagram: @rw8612 Twitter: @RJFyzical

In this episode, Dr. Eric Christensen, DPT, shares his story about becoming an expert on breathing better and communicating in order to help a majority of the people who walk into his clinic with an often overlooked fundamental problem. His journey into private practice and writing the book "Breathe Better" were largely attributed to the support of his loving business and life partner Dr. Ashley Christensen, DPT. Highlights include valuing the art of communication and listening in order to hone in on what patients truly want as opposed to chasing pain. Last, but not least, Dr. Eric shares useful tips on breathing better in order to thrive rather than survive.   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   Check out this link to read the first two chapters of Breathe Better for free: http://chandlerpt.net/breathebetter   Also, the store where the book will be released is here: http://www.sockdolagerwc.com/   If you want to find more about Eric Christensen and Chandler Physical Therapy, below are more ways to find him on social media. Website: http://chandlerpt.net/ Facebook: Chandler Physical Therapy YouTube: Dr Chandler PT Instagram: @chandlerphysicaltherapy Twitter: @Chandler_PT Email: chandlerphysicaltherapy@gmail.com

In this episode, Dr. Ben Fung, DPT, shares his story in the acute care hospital setting both as a patient and as a Physical Therapist. Also, he elaborates on his climb up the career ladder, earning his MBA, and opening up a small business to serve current PT private practice owners. Highlights include managing the politics of the hospital setting, which led to a remarkable transformation for a patient who was medically not ready to go home despite clearance from specialists. As a family member, learn how to truly navigate the complex healthcare system with simple analogies!   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Ben Fung, below are more ways to find him on social media. Website: https://updocmedia.com/ Facebook: Dr. Ben Fung YouTube: DrBenFung Instagram: @drbenfung Twitter: @DrBenFung

In this episode, Taylor Petrick shares her personal story about going blind while playing softball in the heat and later discovering that she had the classic signs of MS (Multiple Sclerosis). On top of that, she elaborates on her scheduling tips to survive Physical Therapy School in spite of the need to get in enough hours of sleep. Tune in to hear this and much much more!   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Taylor Petrick, below are more ways to find her on social media. Instagram: @petrickt136 Facebook: Taylor Petrick Blog: https://petrickpt.wordpress.com/

In this episode, Greg Todd reveals in-depth how a medically life-threatening experience in front of family forced him to make tough decisions to transform his life. By altering the way he viewed himself and his career, Greg has been able to become a better father and a better Physical Therapist.   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com   If you want to find more about Greg Todd, below are ways to find him on social media. Website: http://gregtoddpt.com/ Facebook: ThePTBuilder YouTube: PhysicalTherapistPro Instagram: @gregtoddpt Twitter: @GregToddPT

In this episode, your host Matt Villegas explains the purpose behind launching this podcast as well as sharing his personal story within healthcare as a patient and as a SPT (student physical therapist).   Join the Capable Body Community Facebook public group to connect with your host and the guests! Interested in joining the show as a guest? Reach out via the email address below to share your story! thecapablebodypodcast@gmail.com