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Episodes
194 episodes
ACL Series: The Evolution of ACL Injuries: From Early Research to Modern Insights with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Richard Hinton
We talk about ACL injuries today with a lot of confidence, risk factors, injury rates, prevention strategies, but that understanding didn’t just appear overnight. It evolved through years of research, debate, and plenty of early assumptions tha...
Mental Health Awareness Month: Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Conversations with Amanda Davis
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to start important conversations about mental well-being. Nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiences a mental health condition each year, yet stigma and lack of resources can mak...
Better Hearing and Speech Month with SLPs Leigh Root and Leah Inger
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month, and on this episode, we’re joined by our amazing SLPs, Leigh Root and Leah Inger. They break down what speech-language pathologists really do, who they work with, and why their role is so important across...
Boston Marathon 2026: A Medical Debrief with PT Diane Dallap, ATC Cece Sullivan & Dr. Sasser
Step inside the medical tent at the Boston Marathon with PT Diane Dallas, ATC Cece Sullivan, and ER physician Dr. Sasser. In this episode, they share what race day is really like—fast-paced, high-pressure, and built on true teamwork across disc...
More than Muscles, Psychology of Injury and Recovery with Kate Ringwood, LPC
When an athlete gets injured, the focus is often on the physical, but the mental side of recovery can be just as challenging. In this episode, licensed professional counselor Kate Ringwood joins us to explore the psychology of injury, including...
Miles Across MedStar Health: The 170+ mile ultra journey with professional ultramarathoner Michael Wardian, PT Chris Heydrick and PA Chris Wilde
Miles Across MedStar Health Recap Episode!!!What happens when endurance, healthcare, and purpose collide? In this episode, we sit down with professional ultramarathoner Michael Wardian, PT Chris Heydrick, PA Chris Wilde, and Raj Ratwani ...
The Blank Check Clinic: Our Top 10 Desert Island Essentials for a Physical Therapy Clinic with PT Sports Resident Candidate Abby Alberts
What happens when a Physical Therapist gets a blank check and a dream location? In this special episode, we’re stepping away from the clinical protocols to rank the Top 10 things we’d pack to build the world’s most elite "Desert Island" PT clin...
Occupational Therapy Month: Featuring OTs Mike Duffy and Carly Bland, Certified Hand Therapist
In recognition of Occupational Therapy Month, this episode highlights the vital role occupational therapists play in helping patients regain independence and return to the activities that matter most in their daily lives. I’m joined by occupati...
Athletic Training Month Spotlight: Mary Nadelen on Educating Future ATs from Towson University
In honor of National Athletic Training Month, we’re highlighting the voices shaping the future of the profession. On this episode, I’m joined by Mary Nadelen, Clinical Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Clinical Education Coordinator for At...
Athletic Training Month: Elevating the Profession with Emily Michaelis & Allison Gardiner, ATC
In this special Athletic Training Month episode, I’m joined by Emily Michaelis, ATC, and Allison Gardiner, ATC to spotlight the vital role athletic trainers play in injury prevention, on-field care, and return-to-play. We break down common misc...
Think you know PT? Busting BIG myths in our field today with PT Chris Parker
Think you know PT? Think again! In this episode, physical therapist Chris Parker takes on some of the biggest myths in physical therapy—from “bone-on-bone knees shouldn’t squat” to “pain always equals damage” to “I need an MRI before starting P...
Bone Stress Injuries: From Missed Diagnosis to Smart Return-to-Run with Miranda Gordon-Zigel, MD
Bone stress injuries are often misunderstood—and frequently missed. In this episode, we sit down with primary care sports medicine physician Miranda Gordon-Zigel, MD to break down what physical therapists need to know about stress reactions and...
Lymphedema Awareness Day: Why Lymphedema Needs Specialized Care: A PT & Patient Perspective featuring PT Yvonne Francis and Patient Jean Caldwell
In honor of Lymphedema Awareness Day on March 6th, this episode shines a light on a condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed. I’m joined by Jean Caldwell, who shares her personal journey living with lymphedema, and Yvonne Franci...
The Tendon Playbook: What Clinicians Often Get Wrong with PT and Sports Residency Candidate, Amora Valencia
Tendon pain can be frustrating, especially when you’re told to just rest and wait it out. But what if that advice is actually slowing your progress? Today I’m joined by Amora Valencia, a sports PT resident, to bust some of the most ...
Fueling the Heart: Heart Health Month with Emily Fultz, RD
In honor of Heart Health Month, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Emily Fultz from Fit with Food to discuss how nutrition supports heart health, performance, and recovery. We break down heart-healthy fueling strategies, common nutrition fads, ...
Heart to Hustle, Optimizing Rehab after a Cardiac Event with Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Eric Cecil
Today we’re talking about how PTs can better support patients after a cardiac event or cardiac surgery. We’re joined by an exercise physiologist, Eric Cecil, to discuss key physiological considerations, red flags, and how to safely progress exe...
Inside Sports Cardiology: Heart Health Month with Dr. Aubrey Grant & Dr. Marius Chukwurah
This Heart Health Month episode brings together sports cardiologists Dr. Grant and Dr. Chukwurah for a deep dive into how cardiac health impacts athletic performance. We explore training adaptations, risk factors, return-to-play considerations ...
Pain Explained: Helping Patients Move with Confidence with PT Chris Palmer, Part Two
In Part 2, we shift from theory to application. Chris Palmer dives deeper into how physical therapists can truly help patients living with pain—breaking down practical metaphors to explain pain, strategies to validate a patient’s lived experien...
Pain Explained: Helping Patients Move with Confidence with PT Chris Palmer, Part One
In Part 1 of this conversation, we sit down with physical therapist Chris Palmer to unpack how we arrived at the bio-psycho-social model of pain and why this shift matters so much in modern physical therapy. We explore the evolution of pain sci...
Trail and Ultra Runners: Why This Population Deserves Extra Attention with MD Dr. Sedgley and PT Chris Heydrick
Trail and ultra runners push the limits—but subtle red flags often get missed. In this episode, we discuss the unique risks in this population, what PTs and physicians should watch for, and why early recognition is key to keeping runners health...
What’s Next for PTs? PT Bryan Caplan on the Challenges Facing the Profession
Physical therapy is rewarding—but it’s also challenging. In this episode, Bryan Caplan dives into why so many PTs are rethinking their careers, from productivity pressures and insurance battles to career pivots and cash-based models. We explore...
New Year, Real You: Building Well-Being with Kathryn Knill, Regional Clinical Wellbeing Specialist
As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and think about how we want to show up — both personally and professionally. Joining me today is Kathryn Knill, Regional Clinical Well-Being Specialist with MedStar Health. Ka...
Keeping Ourselves Healthy, a PT Conversation on End of Year Wellness with PTs Brigitte Henry and Rebecca Orloski
As the year winds down, many healthcare providers find themselves running on empty—physically, mentally, and emotionally. The holidays can disrupt routines, magnify stress, and make it harder to prioritize our own health. In this en...
Breaking Barriers: Barbell Training & Functional Fitness in Rehab with PT Kristin Famiglietti and PTA Ashley Faller
Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re exploring the world of functional fitness and barbell training, and why it has an important place in rehab and athletic programming. We’re joined by two incredible clinicians, physical therapist, Kristin ...
Proving Readiness, Inside the World of Return To Play Testing with PTs Samantha King and Andrew Douwes
Returning an athlete to sport after injury isn’t just about feeling ready—it’s about proving readiness. In this episode, we sit down with physical therapists Samantha King and Andrew Douwes to dive into the world of return to p...
