New PTs On the Block

In this episode, we talk with Strength and Conditioning Coach Mike Niklos regarding his role as a strength and conditioning coach, the importance of stress moderation when working with clients, and strategies to bridge the gap between physical therapy and strength and conditioning. 

Join Alex, Gino, and Tommaso as they discuss Day 2 lectures from this year's Combined Sections Meeting in San Antonio

In this episode, Alex, Gino, and Tommaso break down Day 1 lectures at this year's Combined Sections Meeting in San Antonio.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Eric Chehab, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, to discuss considerations for ACL repair and the complexity of ACL rehabilitation. 

In this episode, Alex, Gino, and Tommaso discuss the history surrounding "good posture" and how outdated social narratives have impacted the current information in academia and healthcare. 

Pelvic Health may sound scary and out of many clinicians' comfort zones, and that’s because it is. While very few newly minted PTs commit to this niche, we all can play a role in the management and treatment of this specific group of structures. In this episode, we discuss with expert Elizabeth Marquez, PT, DPT, CAPP-Pelvic the importance of the pelvic floor, as she provides us with different tips and pointers to successfully examine, treat, and educate this population. Start your diaphragmatic breathing because this episode will give you the ins and outs on this anatomical region.

In this episode, we are interviewed by Levi Renninger, SPT, and the rest of his Doctor of Physical therapy class regarding navigating life as a new grad.

Deciding which type of intervention to use with a patient can be difficult, especially when a patient's pain levels are high and motivation for movement is low. Clinicians often fall victim to utilizing passive modalities first instead of initially prescribing low intensity, modified movements. In today's episode, we discuss the difficulty of navigating these types scenarios, when clinicians should be using passive modalities, and the narratives we should be promoting when doing so. 

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Student loan debt is something most healthcare providers will have upon graduating, with the current total in the United States equaling $1.56 trillion. When compounded with credit card debt, saving for a house, and the cost of living, developing a financial plan can become very stressful. In this episode we are joined by Joseph Reinke, CFA, CEO and Founder of FitBUX to discuss options for repaying student loans, when to refinance, and general tips for staying financially stable during unpredictable times.  

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Credit Summit. Student Loan Debt Statistics - Updated December 2020 - Average Debt Amounts. Credit Summit. https://www.mycreditsummit.com/student-loan-debt-statistics/. Published November 29, 2020. Accessed December 7, 2020.

Heuristics are mental shortcuts used to make quick decisions and/or provide an acceptable solution in complex or difficult situations. While heuristics are very useful in the clinical setting, they can often lead to prescribing sub-optimal interventions and cognitive biases. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Zachary Walston PT, DPT, OCS as he helps us unpack how our individual biases and use of heuristics influence patient interactions and clinical decision making. 

To learn more about Zach, listen to his podcast, or contact him, please visit his website:

https://www.zacharywalston.com/

To pursue a residency and/or fellowship program post graduation is a decision many new clinicians are often on the fence about. While completing one of these programs turns you into a superior clinician, it requires a lot of time, effort, and money that most are unwilling to sacrifice. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Kyle Feldman PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT to discuss the pros and cons of completing a residency/fellowship program and the evolution of his clinical critical thinking skills.

For access to mentorship opportunities with Dr. Kyle Feldman, use the link below:

https://pursueptnow.com/manual-therapy-membership-login/

Changing a behavior is hard. Eliciting a behavior change in someone else is even harder. As healthcare providers, we know this all too well, as this is what we attempt to do with our patients every day. If only there was an approach that could provide clinicians with guidance and make this process less difficult... 

In this episode, we are joined by the extremely intelligent and well-spoken Dr. John Coumbe-Lilley as he explains the Transtheoretical model, the art of motivational interviewing and how it can be used effectively and efficiently during patient interactions.

Language is a powerful tool that can have profound and lasting effects on a person's attitudes and beliefs. While this has been well established in the literature, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers continue to bombard their patients with nocebic language. In this episode, we are joined by Janet Schwartz, MS, CCC-SLP as we discuss the significance of effective communication and the integral role it plays in the success of our patients' rehabilitation.

"Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind."  -Rudyard Kipling

“The diagnosis doesn’t matter.” A phrase most clinicians have heard over and over. However, if this holds true, why is diagnosing a patient often the main focus of our education and initial evaluation? Join Alex, Gino, and Tommaso as they discuss the significance of providing patients with a diagnosis and the negative consequences that may result from doing so.

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In our first official episode of New PTs On the Block, we discuss the interview process, negotiating salary, and key things to consider when trying to land your first job as a big, bad physical therapist!

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In this introductory episode of New PTs on the Block, Dr. Tommaso Collela, Dr. Alexander Nelson and Dr. Gino Tobar provide listeners with a brief description of their background, the intent of this podcast, and what to look forward to in future episodes!

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