
Physical Therapy: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Bringing you all things physical therapy. From being successful in school, navigating the PT profession, growing professionally, business development and everything in between.
Episodes
63 episodes
GBU S2-E11: Burned out in 3 years?
Burning Out in Three Years: Is PT Losing Its New Grads Too Soon?More and more physical therapists are leaving the profession within just a few years of starting their careers. Is this a new trend—or have we simply started paying...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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22:46

GBU S2: E10 - Is Physical Therapy becoming a Luxury service?
💬 Is physical therapy becoming a luxury service?With rising costs, shrinking insurance coverage, and the growth of cash-based practices, access to care is starting to look less like a right—and more like a privilege.In this ep...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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20:09

GBU S2:E9 - Why Cash based PT may actually be hurting our industry....
💰 Cash PT: Friend or Foe?In this episode, we dive deep into the rise of cash-based physical therapy — and why it might be doing more harm to our profession than good. From access issues to ethical dilemmas, we break down how this gro...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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18:27

GBU S2:E8 - Is Evidence Based Therapy, hurting the profession?
Is Evidence-Based Practice Holding Physical Therapy Back?In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into a growing debate in the rehab world: Is evidence-based practice actually limiting innovation and clinical reasoning in p...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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14:05

GBU S2:E7 You passed your NPTE....Now what???
You’ve studied, sacrificed, and finally passed the NPTE — congratulations, Doctor of Physical Therapy! But what comes next? In this episode, we break down the real next steps after passing the boards. From navigating licensure and job ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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21:52

GBU S2:E6 How to be a De-influencer... You Don’t Need to Go Viral to Be Valuable!
🧠🎙️ New Episode Alert: PT De-Influencer Mode Activated In a world where everyone’s chasing clout and viral posts, this episode is all about doing the opposite — slowing down, focusing on clinical excellence, and <...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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14:39

GBU S2: E5 Physical Therapy MythBusting
🎙 Myth Busting in Physical Therapy"In this episode, we're taking on some of the most common — and most frustrating — myths in the world of physical therapy. From outdated ideas about pain and posture to misconceptions about recove...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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13:06

GBU S2:E4 Bridging the Gap of PT vs Chiro with special guess Dr Daniel McClelland
Episode Title: Bridging the Gap: Physical Therapy vs Chiropractic featuring Dr Daniel McClellandIn this inaugural guest episode, we sit down for an open and honest conversation exploring the similarities and differences between th...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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30:26

GBU S2:E3 Why does the PT brand suck, and how we fit it!
🎙️ "Why the Physical Therapy Brand Sucks—and How We Fix It"The public thinks we're just massage therapists, exercise cheerleaders, or the people you see after surgery. But physical therapy is so much more—and we’ve ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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16:31

GBU S2:E2 Is pain science the new snake oil?
In this episode, we dive headfirst into one of the most controversial debates in modern physical therapy: has pain science gone too far? Once hailed as a groundbreaking shift in patient care, pain neuroscience education has become a staple in c...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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20:56

GBU S2:E1 How many patients are Too Many???
“How Many Patients Are Too Many?”In today's episode we dive into one of the most debated topics in the physical therapy world: patient load. How many patients can a PT truly manage in one day while st...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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17:22

Episode #52: What a year of podcasting and 5 years of business looks like
Celebrating 5 Years in Business & 1 Year of the Podcast!In this special episode, we’re taking a moment to celebrate two incredible milestones — 5 years of serving our community through our physical therapy practice and 1 full ...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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17:54

Episode #51: Where should you open your PT practice...
🎙️ Episode #51: “Where Should You Open Your PT Practice?”Thinking about opening your own physical therapy clinic but not sure where to start—literally? In this episode, we dive deep into the key factors you need to consid...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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14:37

Episode #50: When is it time to leave your job?!?!
In today's episode we talk about..... Is It Time to Move On? Knowing When to Leave Your PT Job?Burnout 😩, lack of growth 📉, toxic environments 🚫—these aren’t just buzzwords; they’re real challenges in the world of physical therapy 🏥. In ...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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15:30

Episode #49: Three things you MUST do, your first five years out of PT School
Three Things You Must Do Your First Five Years Out of Physical Therapy SchoolEpisode Description:The first five years after PT school can make or break your career. In this episode, we break down the three most critical thi...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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18:32

Episode #48: Influencers are ruining the online fitness space
In Today's episode we look at why inflaters are ruining the fitness space, from “30-day shred” gimmicks to questionable supplement hacks, social media is flooded with fitness trends that look good but might do more harm than good. 😬💥
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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15:32

Episode #47: Are Residencies dead?
In this episode, we're diving into a hot topic in the world of physical therapy: Are residencies still worth it? Or are they just a relic of a bygone era? We explore why PT residencies, once seen as the gold standard for fast-tracking sp...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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15:34

Episode #46: Sports Edition
In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of sports rehab with a focus on how physical therapists tailor treatment for athletic patients. Whether it’s a high school soccer player recovering from an ACL tear or a weekend warrior nursing a ...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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19:22

Episode #45: Marking and Networking strategies to help grow your career.
In today's episode will be discussing marketing and networking strategies that have helped me become successful both inside and outside of the clinic. We will also be discussing what type of connections I don't recommend making in order to save...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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15:48

Episode #44: Was the DPT degree a mistake???
In Todays' episode we discuss the transition form the MPT to the DPT and was it a mistake or was it done to quickly??? Today's episode we will look at the steps that occurred and after more than a decade of being implemented.... was the DPT the...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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16:44

Episode # 43: More PT Myths
In today's episode we will be going over a few more myths in Physical Therapy and how they affect the way we treat patients and how we few the profession! Check the link for info:Website: ValleyPerformancePT.comInstag...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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14:57

Episode #42: Utah Physical Therapist..... as PCPs???
In Today's episode we will look at the new law/SB into place where Utah Physical therapist are now going to be on the same level as PCP??? What does this mean for the profession and how to use this new law into our favor!
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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14:52

Episode #41: Three things you need to change from SPT into your first years in practice.
In Today's episode I will be discussing three things that you should change from your habits and behaviors as a student into becoming a new grad physical therapist.Check the link for info:Website: ValleyPerformancePT.comIn...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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15:15

Episode #40: AI and what is means for YOU and the future of outpatient PT...
In Today's episode I will break down the early phases of AI and how it will impact the profession and what it means for you and what you will see in outpatient PT in the futureCheck the link for info:Website: ValleyPerformancePT.c...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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14:42

Episode #39: 22 million in Medicare Fraud???
In today's episode, we go over a recent case at a physical therapy practice on the East Coast convicted of $22 million of Medicare fraud and had to help you and streamline your documentation and tips to avoid and identify clinics like this.&nbs...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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17:04
