PT Snacks Podcast: Physical Therapy with Dr. Kasey Hankins
You only have X amount of time in a given day. If you are a Physical Therapist or a Student Physical Therapist, you may also find that the time and energy you have left is precious, but the list of concepts you want to review or learn is endless. Build the habit of listening to small, bite-sized pieces of information to help you study, and save you time to live the rest of your life. Kasey Hankins, PT, DPT, OCS will be covering anatomy, arthokinematics, therapeutic exercise, patient education, and so much more. Tune in to learn on a time budget so you can continue to move your practice forward!
Episodes
164 episodes
164. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Join Kasey on the PT Snacks podcast as we delve into lumbar spinal stenosis, perfect for physical therapists and students eager to enhance their fundamentals. Understand the basics of stenosis, its impact on patients, and effective treatment ap...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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15:31
163. Rib Stress Fractures in Athletes
In this episode of the PT Snacks podcast, your host Kasey dives into the often-overlooked topic of rib stress fractures. Aimed at physical therapists and PT students, this segment focuses on identifying, understanding, and managing these injuri...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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16:47
162. 8 Things I Wish I Learned Sooner As a New Grad
Welcome to the PT Snacks podcast with your host, Kasey! While this episode is geared toward new graduates, the insights are valuable for all physical therapists and students. You'll learn about continuous learning beyond PT school, the importan...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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15:36
161. Join the PT Snacks 90-Day Challenge!
In this special end-of-year episode of PT Snacks Podcast, host Kasey talks about the importance of setting meaningful and achievable goals for physical therapists and students. Kasey introduces a
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Season 5
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Episode 45
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6:56
160. Cloward’s Sign: When Scapular Pain Is Coming From the Neck
Hey guys, welcome to PT Snacks podcast with Kasey as your host. In today's episode, we dive into Cloward's Sign, its origins, and its significance for physical therapists. We explore how Ralph Cloward's 1959 paper highlighted the connection bet...
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Season 5
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Episode 44
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9:51
159. Sleep & Sport: How Sleep Impacts Injury Risk, Recovery, and Performance
In this episode of PT Snacks, we dive into the often-overlooked pillar of athletic performance: sleep. From injury prevention to muscle repair and hormonal balance, sleep plays a critical role in helping your athletes recover and perform...
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Season 5
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Episode 43
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17:15
158. Tackling Osteoporosis: Insights for Physical Therapists
In this episode of PT Snacks podcast, host Kasey dives deep into the topic of osteoporosis, exploring its definition, risk factors, prevalence, and the crucial role physical therapists play in managing it. Kasey explains what osteoporosis is, t...
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Season 5
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Episode 42
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18:48
157. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Join Kasey on the PT Snacks Podcast as we delve into Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, a compression neuropathy affecting the posterior tibial nerve in the ankle. This episode covers the anatomy, symptoms, risk factors, and differential diagnosis, while ...
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Season 5
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Episode 41
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15:08
156. What Is a Sport's Hernia? Understanding Athletic Pubalgia
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Season 5
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Episode 41
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14:29
155. What is a Baker's Cyst?
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Season 5
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Episode 40
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9:46
154. Shoulder Labral Injuries: SLAP, Bankart, and Beyond
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Season 5
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Episode 40
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15:10
153. SI Joint Pain Part 2: Manual Therapy, Exercise, and What the Research Says
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Season 5
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Episode 39
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18:47
152. Knee Meniscal Tears: Anatomy, Diagnosis, and Treatment that Makes Sense
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Season 5
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Episode 38
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14:02
151. Sacroiliac Joint Pain: Diagnosis and Management of the SIJ
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Season 5
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Episode 37
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14:02
150. MRIs for the Physical Therapist - Using MRIs as a Piece of the Puzzle
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Season 5
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Episode 36
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16:24
149. Scaphoid Fractures & the High Cost of Poor Management
In this episode of PT Snacks podcast, we dive deep into scaphoid fractures, a common yet often mismanaged injury in younger and active individuals. Listeners will learn about the anatomy of the scaphoid bone, the typical mechanisms of injury, c...
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Season 5
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Episode 35
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9:37
148. High Ankle Sprains: Anatomy, Diagnosis, and Treatment
In today's episode of PTs Snacks podcast, hosted by Kasey, we dive into the intricacies of high ankle sprains, also known as syndesmotic ankle sprains. We'll explore the relevant anatomy, common mechanisms of injury, diagnostic techniques, and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 34
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13:46
147. MCL Injuries: Anatomy, Causes, and Treatments
In this episode of the PT Snacks podcast, host Kasey delves into medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries. Listeners will gain insights into the anatomy of the MCL, common causes of injury, and who is most susceptible. The episode also covers ...
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Season 5
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Episode 32
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10:50
146. Understanding RED-S: Essential Screening for Physical Therapists
In this episode of the PT Snacks podcast, we dive into the topic of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). Aimed at physical therapists and students, this discussion covers the basics of RED-S, including its causes, symptoms, and the impo...
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Season 5
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Episode 32
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9:26
145. Understanding Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in Physical Therapy
In this episode of PT Snacks Podcast, we discuss the essentials of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for physical therapists and students. Learn about the creation and types of PRP, its intended effects, and practical applications in treating various ...
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Season 5
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Episode 31
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9:17
144. Evaluating and Treating Neck Pain Due to Whiplash
In this episode of PTs Snacks podcast, we dive into Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD). Listeners will learn about the nature of whiplash, common causes, and the anatomical structures involved. We discusse how to effectively evaluate patients u...
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Season 5
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Episode 30
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13:18
143. Understanding Spondylolisthesis and Its Classifications
In this episode of PTs Snacks Podcast, host we dive deep into the topic of spondylolythesis, discussing what it is, the different types, how to evaluate it, and typical treatment approaches. We explore several classifications, including dysplas...
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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11:41
142. Intro to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Join us in this episode of PT Snacks podcast as we dive into Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). This episode explores the causes, types, and diagnostic criteria of TOS. It includes an overview of provocation tests, symptom patterns, and potential ...
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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12:22
141. Pec Major Tears: What PTs Need to Know
Join us as we dive deep into pectoralis major tears. We'll discuss the anatomy of the pectoralis major, typical mechanisms of injury, and examination methods to diagnose these tears accurately. We also cover risk factors, differential diagnosis...
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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12:57
140. Deadlift Variations 101: From Conventional to Sumo and Beyond
In this episode of PT Snacks Podcast, we dive into the world of deadlifts, exploring various types including conventional, Romanian, stiff leg, hex bar, and sumo deadlifts. The episode highlights the importance of understanding different deadli...
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Season 5
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Episode 26
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13:13