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The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP178: “Transitioning Athletes To Wellness Programs”How do you help athletes transition from recovery to long-term wellness? In this video, Dr. Chris Garcia breaks down the key steps for guiding athletes into effective wellness programs that support their performance, prevent re-injury, and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Learn how to bridge the gap between rehab and peak performance with strategies tailored to athletes' unique needs. Whether you’re a coach, therapist, or athlete, this video offers actionable insights to ensure a seamless transition into sustainable health and wellness routines. _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, to...2025-01-1622 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP177: “2025 Goals For Sports PTs”Join Dr. Chris Garcia as he breaks down the top goals every sports physical therapist should set for 2025 to elevate their practice and achieve professional growth. From mastering cutting-edge techniques to building stronger client relationships, this video is packed with actionable insights to help you deliver exceptional care and thrive in your career. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned expert, Dr. Chris Garcia provides the roadmap to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of sports physical therapy. Don’t miss these game-changing strategies for 2025! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist lo...2025-01-0919 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP176: "Don't Focus On Impairments!"Are you too focused on impairments in your physical therapy practice? In this bold and thought-provoking episode, Dr. Chris Garcia explains why Impairments Are Bull$h!t and how shifting your perspective can lead to better outcomes for your patients. Learn why focusing solely on impairments might be holding you back and discover how to prioritize function, movement patterns, and patient goals instead. Dr. Chris Garcia dives into actionable strategies to rethink your approach, deliver impactful care, and set yourself apart as a results-driven, cash-based physical therapist. If you’re ready to challenge the traditional mindset and tra...2024-12-1918 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP174: “Delivering BAD News To Athletes"Delivering bad news to athletes is one of the toughest parts of being a sports physical therapist. In this episode, Dr. Chris discusses how to handle these challenging conversations with professionalism, empathy, and clarity. Whether you’re addressing career-impacting injuries or smaller hurdles, this episode provides the tools to ensure your message is received with understanding and respect. _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy th...2024-12-0420 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP173: "The HARD Conversation, Stop Avoiding It"Are you avoiding tough conversations with your patients? In this episode, Dr. Chris discusses the difficult conversations with patients and why addressing them head-on is crucial for your growth and success as a physical therapist. Learn how to tackle sensitive topics like patient compliance, treatment expectations, or even difficult business decisions with confidence and clarity. If you’re ready to stop avoiding the hard conversations and start building stronger relationships, better outcomes, and a thriving practice, this episode is a must-listen. Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to wo...2024-11-2733 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP172: “What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Sports PT”Are you considering becoming a sports physical therapist or just starting out in the field? In this podcast, I share the lessons and insights I gained throughout his journey in sports physical therapy. From managing high expectations of athletes to navigating the business side of a cash-based practice, learn what mindset shifts you need to make, and the realities of running a successful sports PT. _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a...2024-11-2028 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP171: "The Psychology Behind Recovery Success With Your Patients"Do you understand the mental and emotional factors can significantly impact their rehabilitation outcomes? In this episode, Dr. Chris explains how mindset, motivation, and mental resilience play crucial roles in a patient’s recovery journey, and learn actionable strategies to help your patients stay engaged, optimistic, and committed to their progress. If you’re a cash-based physical therapist who wants to go beyond physical treatment, this episode is a must-watch and listen. Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get...2024-11-0625 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP170: "The Worst Clinical Approach To Treating Athletes"Are you having the correct approach to treating your athletes? Many physical therapists unknowingly fall into common pitfalls when working with athletes, often focusing on short-term fixes rather than long-term performance and recovery. In this episode, I break down why these approaches fail to meet the unique demands of athletic patients and shares strategies to avoid these mistakes in your own practice. Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can...2024-10-3023 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP169: “Patients Won’t Leave You If You Do This…”Do you know the secret to building long-term patient loyalty as a cash-based physical therapist? This podcast dives into the strategies that keep clients coming back, even when their treatment is complete. If you’re struggling with patient retention or just want to create a clinic that thrives on loyal, returning clients, this episode is a must-listen! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the ca...2024-10-2324 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP168: "3 Non-Negotiables Every Cash-Based PT Must Have"In this episode, I reveal the 3 Non-Negotiables Every Cash-Based PT Must Have to build a thriving and sustainable practice. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your clinic’s success, these three foundational elements are critical to standing out in the competitive cash-based market. If you're ready to take your cash-based physical therapy skills to the next level, don’t miss this episode! Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so y...2024-10-1621 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP167: “4 Ways To Retain Cash-Pay Patients”Tired of patient no-shows or drop-offs? Before you look for more new patients, use these simple tips to retain cash-pay patients. In this episode, Dr. Chris shares four ways to retain cash-pay patients before they drop off. If you want to keep your schedule full of cash-pay patients, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episode 167 on the Sports PT Academy podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in...2024-10-0924 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP166: “Cash PT Is Not For You If…”Struggling to build your cash PT business? Concerned about your future in cash PT? Before you invest more money and time into your cash PT business, you need to determine if you have all of the skills necessary. In this episode, Dr. Chris provides six qualities to develop as a cash PT business owner. If you want to run a successful practice and avoid failure in the future, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episode 166 on the Sports PT Academy podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist o...2024-09-1822 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP165: “I’m Stuck & I Don’t Know What To With My Patient”Have you ever felt like you didn’t know what to do with a complex patient or surgery? You didn’t know where to start but didn't want to look incompetent so you likely “faked it until you made it.” There is a simple framework to apply with instances like this and the great news is it’s honest and genuine. In this episode, Dr. Chris outlines the exact sentence and outline to apply to tough cases to gain buy-in from complex patients. If you want to appear confident especially when you don’t know where to start, this e...2024-09-1122 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP164: “Insurance-Based vs Cash-Based PT - Who Wins?”Who can get better outcomes with a cash-pay patient - an insurance-based PT or a cash-based PT? Who would win? As cash-based PT becomes more attractive due to declining insurance reimbursements and burnout, PTs are at risk of wasting years and hundreds of thousands of dollars on building a business. In this episode, Dr. Chris shares how the insurance-based approach is vastly different from cash PT and what you can implement to WIN as a cash PT. If you want to avoid wasting time and money on your cash PT business, this episode is perfect for you...2024-09-0424 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP163: “3 BIG Reasons Why Patients Leave You”Wondering how to decrease the amount of drop offs from your schedule of cash-pay patients? Before you blame patients for non-compliance or seek out more skills to get better outcomes, start with these tips. In this episode, Dr. Chris shares the top three reasons WHY cash-pay patients drop off and HOW to prevent them in the future. If you want to keep your schedule full of cash-pay patients, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episode 163 on the Sports PT Academy podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist...2024-08-2823 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP162: “5 Clinical Mistakes You’re Making As A Cash-Based PT”Are you looking to improve your clinical approach with cash-pay patients? Before you add more tools in your clinical toolbox, start by refining these five mistakes you’re making currently. In this episode, Dr. Chris shares five simple things you should improve to quickly improve clinical outcomes, enhance the patient experience, and grow your cash PT business. If you want to streamline your cash practice, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episode 162 on the Sports PT Academy podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for...2024-08-2119 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP161: “Does A Sports Residency Help You In Cash-Based PT?”Are you debating whether to complete a sports PT residency or start a cash-based PT practice? Are you stuck thinking if a residency will enhance your treatment or success in cash-pay services? After completing a sports PT residency, working in professional sports for 10 years, and scaling my cash-based PT practice to 3 locations with over 15 staff, I share the advantages and disadvantages of both scenarios. If you want to make sure you’re on the right path to success in cash PT practice without wasting more time or energy, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episo...2024-08-1430 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP160: “3 Big Misconceptions About Starting A Cash PT Practice”Have you thought about growing a cash-based PT business? Before you waste time or money, Dr. Chris gives insight into the 3 most common misconceptions about starting a cash PT practice. In this video, Dr. Chris Garcia shares 3 critical things to consider before diving further into your clinical practice. If you want to move forward with your cash-based business on the right path, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episode 160 on the Sports PT Academy podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools...2024-08-0727 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP159: “Overcoming The Fear Of Financial Conversations With Cash-Pay Patients”Do you have a hard time discussing money with patients? Have you ever recommended a less-than-ideal plan of care or recommendation due to fear of patients judging you? If so, you're not alone. In this video, Dr. Chris Garcia shares his secrets to success with overcoming the fear of financial conversations with cash-pay patients. If you’re a cash-based PT and want to improve outcomes while making more profit, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy episode 159 on the Sports PT Academy podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! _____________________________________ Are you a physical the...2024-07-3132 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP158: “5 Critical Steps To Treat Cash-Pay Patients”Are you a cash-based PT Interested in improving outcomes and growing your practice? If you approach cash-pay patients using the same outline school or insurance-based care taught you, you’re limiting your success. After growing his cash PT clinic to three locations with over 15 staff in the most expensive city in the US (San Diego, CA), Dr. Chris shares his personal framework with five critical steps to treat cash-pay patients. If you’re a cash PT clinic owner and want to your approach with cash-pay patients, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy...2024-07-2429 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP157: “4 Things Limiting Your Growth As A Sports PT”Do you ever feel like you’re listening to podcasts and taking courses not seeing the results you want as a sports PT? In this episode, I outline four things that are limiting your professional that you haven’t considered. If you’re a sports PT and want to get unstuck or avoid it, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy...2024-03-2725 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP156: “3 Things To Consider Before Recommending Surgery For Athletes”Should I have surgery? This is a tough question physical therapists have to answer throughout their career. It’s not easy and there’s never one simple answer. In this episode, I outline three critical questions to answer before you answer the “surgery” question. If you’re a sports PT and want to make sure you’re offering the right advice at the right time, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist o...2024-03-0626 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP154: “From Sports PT To Healthcare Provider: The Next Generation Of Clinicians”“There has to be something more than just doing rehab on people.” This was a statement from a sports PT I mentor regarding feeling bored at work. The greats news is…there are more opportunities. Sports PT is just the entry point to what physical therapists can do for patients. In this episode, I share four additional paths PTs can excel in to better support athletes. If you’re a sports PT and looking for something different to reignite your passion, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a phys...2024-01-3136 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP153: “3 Things To Consider Before You Give Up On The Profession Of Physical Therapy”If you’ve thought about changing your career away from physical therapy due to burnout, productivity standards, or documentation requirements, I share three things that will help you get refocused on the career you once loved. Your passion will be reignited to help do the thing you enjoy most - helping people feel their best. In this episode, I share three simple things to consider as you navigate frustration with the profession or in your workplace. If you’re a sports PT and want to stay motivated in your career path, this episode is perfect for you. Enjo...2024-01-1829 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP152: “When Taping & Bracing Is Essential For Injured Athletes”“I don’t use tape or a brace on an injured athlete.” This is a common response I hear from sports PTs. However, there are situations where it’s been shown that bracing and taping is effective for both pain relief and objective outcomes. In this episode, I share the exact outline and timeline of when you should consider using taping or bracing with injured athletes. If you’re a sports PT and want to maximize your outcomes with more effective tools in your toolbox, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! SIGN UP TO MY SPORTS...2024-01-1334 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP151: “What Every Sports PT Should Be Doing At The Start Of 2024”Do you ever find yourself stuck in the same rut year after year? You’re taking CEU courses, listening to podcasts, and watching videos on YouTube…but you’re still not where you want to be professionally. In this episode, I share how to get unstuck and finally grow in 2024 by outlining the year in four simple categories. If you’re a sports PT and to make sure you’re thriving in your professional career, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strate...2024-01-0333 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP150: “How I Fast-Tracked My Way Into Pro Sports… & How You Can Too”“I want to work in pro sports but don’t know where to start. What do you recommend?” This is a question I received from a sports PT. In this episode, I share my journey and path to working in pro sports within three years of graduating PT school and how you can do the same. If you’re a sports PT and aspire to work in an elite level environment, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with mor...2023-12-2745 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP149: “Sacroiliac Joint Pain Clinical Pearls & Rehab Strategies For The Sports PT”What do you do to manage chronic or stubborn SIJ pain in athletes? In this episode, I share my personal framework and rehab approach to help you navigate tough cases in the clinic. If you’re a sports PT and want the confidence to manage even the most complex SIJ pain case, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enj...2023-12-2046 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP148: “How To Make The Most Complex Patient Case Simple In 3 Steps.”Do you struggle managing complex chronic back, shoulder, or knee pain cases? Do you want to learn an easy way to approach these cases? In this episode, I share my 3-step process to approach complex cases. If you’re a sports PT and want improve outcomes with ease, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the career th...2023-12-1337 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP147: “If I Had To Start All Over, This Is What I Would Do As A Sports PT”My path along sports PT has been unique. I completed a sports residency, worked in professional sports, supported NFL combine training, traveled the world as a concierge PT for pro athletes, helped started a DPT program in San Diego, and built a multi-location cash-based PT company. In this episode, I share my story and what I would do if I had to do it all over again. If you’re a sports PT and want to help athletes at all levels, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical the...2023-12-0738 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP146: “The Link Between Cancer & Sports PT”Have you ever wanted to help a patient beyond their current goals but didn’t know what to say or how to do it? In this episode, I share a story of helping someone with cancer and what sports PTs can apply in the clinic. If you’re a sports PT and want to help athletes at all levels, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a...2023-11-2938 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP145: “What You’re Doing In The Clinic Is Not Working & Here’s What To Do To Fix It”Have you ever felt like your outcomes don’t match your effort in the clinic? You’re working hard, researching articles, and listening to podcasts, but you feel like you’re going in circles. In this episode, I share the downward spiral that most sports PTs face in their career. If you’re a sports PT and want to ensure you’re on the right track, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports sp...2023-11-2235 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP144: “Chronic Low Back Pain In Athletes: What You’re Missing & How To Manage”Do you struggle to manage chronic low back pain? Do you get stuck trying to find the next best exercise or manual therapy technique after exhausting your current toolbox? In this episode, I share my step-by-step framework to conquer back pain in athletes who’ve failed various conservative treatments. If you’re a sports PT and want to ensure you’re delivering the best possible outcomes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a spor...2023-11-1539 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP143: “The Uncertainty Of The PT Profession And What You Can Control”Have you felt lost in your path as a PT or wondered what your next step is? Are you uncertain about your future as a PT and want to know what’s possible to reignite your passion for the profession? In this episode, I outline what lies ahead in the PT profession and simple things you can do to be in control of your own journey. If you’re a sports PT and want to stay motivated in the career you love, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a phys...2023-11-0833 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP142: “How To Put It Together When Managing Athlete Care”Do you struggle with higher level athletes or active patients? Do you get stuck trying create better exercises or knowing when to push them harder without risk of re-injury? In this episode, I outline a simple framework to use with athletes to help you make the complex cases simple. If you’re a sports PT and want to work , you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in...2023-11-0140 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP141: “Helping Athletes Return To Sport Before They’re Ready”What do you do when you have an athlete who wants to go to back to sport but is not ready? What’s the best way to approach their progression and how do you outline it to the athlete? In this episode, I share three tips to outline a return to sport progression in non-ideal recovery timelines. If you’re a sports PT and want to ensure athletes are safe to return to sport in all scenarios, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for...2023-10-2528 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP140: “Overly Confident & Underprepared - The Thing You’re Missing In Your Clinical Approach”Do you struggle to get things done because you want to make it “perfect?” Maybe you haven’t created the strength and conditioning program or protocol that you’ve been meaning to because you haven’t had time. This is normal for people who need to be “over-prepared” before they make a decision and leads to slow professional growth. In this episode, I share how to have exponential improvement in your career with the “overly confident and unprepared” approach. If you’re a sports PT and want to move faster in your career, you need to tune into this episode. En...2023-10-1930 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP139: “The Make It Or Break It Point In Your Career”Sports PT will often blame poor outcomes on “bad patients” or poor job satisfaction on a “bad job,” but it’s because they haven’t hit a “make it or break it point” to help them see the root challenge. In this episode, I share how to overcome these challenges and reignite that passion you once had in PT school or early in your career. If you’re a sports PT and want to enjoy your career despite the chaos of life, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist...2023-10-1137 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP138: “Using Storytelling To Get Athlete Buy-In With Your Plan Of Care”If you’re burnt out, have an empty schedule, or questioning your passion for treating, you might be missing one simple thing on the initial evaluation that could reignite your passion. In this episode, I share how and when to include storytelling in your initial evaluation and how this will significantly impact your outcomes. If you’re a sports PT and want get more athletes on your schedule, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athl...2023-10-0428 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP137: “3 Things Every CrossFit Coach Wants To Know About Their Injured Athlete”Have you ever wanted to reach out to a CrossFit coach or fitness professional about a shared injured patient but didn’t know what to recommend or how to reach out? There are three simple things every coach wants to know that every sports PT shoulder deliver. In this episode, I share what and how to collaborate with local fitness coaches in your community. If you’re a sports PT and enhance your care of barbell athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for...2023-09-2741 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP136: “Why Barbell Athletes Are Different”Do you work with or want to work with CrossFitters, powerlifters, and Olympic weightlifters? Do you struggle to get these athletes out of pain and back in the gym? In this episode, I share why barbell athletes require a different approach clinically and how you can make small adjustments in your practice. If you’re a sports PT and want to maximize your outcomes with these athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, be...2023-09-2025 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP135: “When Joint Manipulation Goes Wrong: 3 Pro Athlete Case Studies”Have you ever questioned if you should or should not perform a grade 5 joint mobilization on a patient? If so, you need to hear my three case studies to learn when to NOT perform these techniques on athletes. In this episode, I share case studies of pro athletes who were injured with grade 5 mobilizations. If you’re a sports PT and want to ensure you’re keeping patients safe with the techniques you perform, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and...2023-09-1331 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP134: “Staying Focused In Your Career & Away From Shiny Object Syndrome”Do you feel frustrated that despite all the exercises and tips you learn on podcasts and social media, you’re not progressing in your career path? You’re trying everything everyone tells you but you’re stuck in the same place. In this episode, I share how to stay on a consistent path to the career you’ve always dreamed of and away from “shiny objects” that distract you from it. If you’re a sports PT and want to stay on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a phys...2023-09-0629 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP133: “Treating Athletes 5-7 Days Per Week: Challenges & Opportunities”What would you do if an athlete asked to see you 5-7 days per week? Would you tell them they don’t need PT that many days or take on the challenge? In this episode, I share my experience working in pro sports managing athletes 7 days per week and what you can apply inside your clinic with the athletes in your community. If you’re a sports PT and want to expand your toolbox, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and...2023-08-3017 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP132: “Where The Specialty Of Sports PT Is Getting Stuck”The speciality of Sports PT will hit a roadblock over the next few years…and it will affect what types of active patients you will be able to see. In this episode, I share how sports PT will be stuck in professional opportunities and how you can avoid it at all costs. If you’re a sports PT and want to ensure you’re on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athlet...2023-08-2333 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP131: “Back Pain Treatment: What You’re Missing & What To Look For”Do you struggle to treat back pain? Do you feel lost and don’t know where to start? In this episode, I share how to confidently approach back pain as soon as the initial evaluation. If you’re a sports PT and want to ensure you’re on the right path with low back pain, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you...2023-08-1629 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP130: “3 Tips To Know Which Patients To Push And When”Do you ever feel like you give 100% of your energy and effort to patients but their outcomes and compliance don’t match what you put in? In this episode, I share an easy outline too determine which patients to push and apply more effort and when to . If you’re a sports PT and you want to thrive in your professional career, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a...2023-08-0928 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP129: “PT Burnout: Why It Happens & How To Avoid it”PT burnout is common at years 3, 5, 8, and 10. There are a series of events that lead to burnout and many of these can be easily avoided. In this episode , I share why burnout happens and a step-by-step approach to avoid it. If you’re a sports PT and you want to thrive in your professional career, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so...2023-08-0245 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP128: “3 Tips To Improve Your Evaluation Of Athletes”Are you looking for ways to improve your evaluation of athletes? What are 2-3 things you can add that can make a big difference in your clinical approach? In this episode, I share 3 easy tips to include within your framework to gain buy-in from your athletes. If you’re a sports PT and you want to maximize your outcomes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in...2023-07-2630 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP127: “How To Transition Athletes Into Wellness Programs”Physical therapists want to help athletes with wellness programs but often don’t know where to start or what to do. In this episode, I share how to successfully offer wellness programs for athletes who need support with performance programs and more. If you’re a sports PT and you want to take rehab with your athletes to the next level, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job...2023-07-1930 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP126: “3 Things I Wish I Knew Earlier In My Career”What would I have changed earlier in my career as a sports PT? In this episode, I share three simple and effective tips to help clinicians avoid the mistakes I’ve made in my career in professional sports and beyond. If you’re a sports PT and you want to accelerate your career with less mistakes along the way, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a...2023-07-1226 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP125: “3 Non-Negotiable’s To Be A Successful Sports PT”What does it take to become a successful sports PT? After mentoring sports PTs over the last decade, there are three critical things that separate the best PTs from everyone else. In this episode, I share three things to focus on in your career path to become the sports PT you’ve always dreamed of. If you’re a sports PT and want to make sure you’re on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to wor...2023-07-0531 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP124: “Pro Athlete Rehab: What They Don’t Teach You In CEU Courses”How do you manage rehab differently when working with athletes vs community members? In this episode, I share my easy-to-use framework for managing pro athlete care. If you’re a sports PT and you want to ensure you’re providing a comprehensive approach to athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the career that you’ve always...2023-06-2831 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP123: “It’s Not Your Job To Say No!”In this episode, I share the how to approach the patient, what to say, and how to follow up to ensure the patient is set up for success. If you’re a sports PT and you want to maximize clinical outcomes without scaring patients along the way, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the career that you’ve alwa...2023-06-2123 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP122: “MRI Needed: What To Do And How To Inform To The Patient”“I’m concerned my patient needs an MRI and I don’t know what to do.” This happens to PTs weekly and they find themselves stuck in a situation where they can do more harm than good. In this episode, I share the how to approach the patient, what to say, and how to follow up to ensure the patient is set up for success. If you’re a sports PT and you want to maximize clinical outcomes without scaring patients along the way, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physi...2023-06-1436 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP121: “Why Patient-Centered Care Is A Disservice”“It’s all about the patient. We should have a patient-centered approach” This is the approach most PTs take with clinical care and it’s a disservice in the long-term. In this episode, I share the how the patient-centered approach will limit our outcomes and the growth of our profession. If you’re a sports PT and you want to maximize clinical outcomes throughout your career, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports s...2023-06-0732 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP120: “Where Sports PTs Get Stuck In Their Career”Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to master all aspects of clinical care - documentation, manual therapy, exercise progressions, taping, bracing, etc? Do you want to an easy, clear way to streamline your professional growth as a sports PT? In this episode, I share the framework that successful sports PT throughout their career…and where sports PTs fail. If you’re a sports PT and you want to ensure you’re on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools...2023-05-3135 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP119: “2 Types Of Athletes & How To Treat Them Differently”Do you find yourself stuck when treating specific regions of the body or managing tough cases? Do you feel like you’re missing something that will improve your outcomes but you don’t know what it is? If so, you’re in luck! In this episode, I share two very different patients/athletes and how to manage their care differently. I outline how to progress them in rehab, what to ask, and what to do at every stage. If you’re a sports PT and you want to maximize your outcomes with athletes, you need to tune into thi...2023-05-2429 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP118: “The Easiest Way To Sabotage Your Patient Outcomes”Want to improve patient outcomes by doing one simple thing? The good news is…it will take you five minutes to do it within treatment sessions. In this episode, I share how PTs are sabotaging patient outcomes and they don’t even know it. If you’re a sports PT and you want to maximize your outcomes with athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sp...2023-05-1733 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP117: “What Happens When You’re Too Good Of A Sports PT”Do you find it easy to get patients better quickly? Are you looking for the next challenge in your career? Or, are you able to get outcomes but quickly but want to know how to ensure your outcomes are consistently high? In this episode, I share the danger of being a good sports PT and what 2-3 things will happen if specific treatment approaches are not addressed in your career path. If you’re a sports PT and you’re looking to be the best, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are...2023-05-1027 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP116: “The #1 Skill Sports PTs Need To Develop”This is my BIGGEST recommendation for new grads and established clinicians! In this episode, I share how to stay focused in your career so you don’t get lost in random CEU courses and lost without mentorship. If you’re a sports PT and want to make sure you’re on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can...2023-05-0326 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP115: “My Strategies And Tips For Public Speaking”“What your best tips for public speaking?” After presenting to an audience size of 10,000 people and over 500 public presentations, I’ve consolidated my best tips into one episode. Whether you’re presenting at a local community event or a workshop in your clinic, there are four critical things to include in every presentation. In this episode, I share the strategies I use with patients and audiences of all sizes. If you’re a sports PT and want to improve your outcomes through better public speaking, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! ________________________________________ Are you a ph...2023-04-2736 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP114: “What Sports PTs Start And Don’t Finish”“If I’m a sports PT, what’s one thing I should be focusing on besides learning more manual therapy techniques or exercise progressions?” In this episode, I share an outline to help sports PT improve their overall approach to athlete care. If you’re a sports PT and want to know what you’re missing in your professional development, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a spo...2023-04-1923 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP113: “Avoid Overworking Nights & Weekends As A Sports PT”You don’t have to spend your weekends or nights working harder to get things done. This is one simple way to save 5 hours per week on your weekly patient care tasks. In this episode, I share an easy way to gain more time for your personal and professional development by modifying your home exercise program approach. If you’re a sports PT and want to enjoy more free time all while advancing your career, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tool...2023-04-1226 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP112: “3 Things to Avoid When Collaborating With Strength & Conditioning Coaches”Don’t risk ruining your reputation by overstepping bounds when developing new relationships with personal trainers or strength coaches in your community. There are simple and effective ways to collaborate. In this episode, I share tips to support your local athletes with strength and conditioning programs AND work seamlessly with your local fitness professional at the same time. If you’re a sports PT and want to work with strength and conditioning coaches to improve your outcomes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for...2023-04-0521 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP111: “4 Steps To Design a Strength & Conditioning Program”“How do I create a strength & conditioning program for athletes?” It’s not as difficult as most physical therapists think. The best place to start is with a comprehensive intake and performance analysis. Once you determined the athlete’s needs, you create a monthly or quarterly program with corresponding parameters and exercises that address the desired neuromuscular stimulus. In this episode, I share the mistakes I’ve made and the overall framework to help sports PTs design a strength and conditioning program with ease. If you’re a sports PT and want to gain more experience wit...2023-03-2934 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP110: “3 BIG Mistakes PTs Make With Acute Injuries”“Verbal and vague”… this is the way most PTs outline care to patients with acute injuries. Instead, patients should have a full outline of care written down with expected week-by-week healing timelines so they have a plan. However, managing patient care with the “verbal and vague” framework delays healing, decreases patient buy-in, and leads to poor outcomes. This is no different than a patient going to an urgent care and sent home to rest for 4-6 weeks with crutches and anti-inflammatories without a plan. Both are very similar scenarios. In this episode, I share the 3 mistakes p...2023-03-2241 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP109: “The 4 Hats Of A Sports Physical Therapist”How do you know if you’re on the right track to become a REAL sports physical therapist? Do you need your SCS or CSCS? What skills do you need to work on within your current phase of professional development? Before your spend more money or time on unnecessary CEU courses, this podcast will help you with the framework you’re looking for. In this episode, I review the four hats that define a sports physical therapist that can help any athlete and at any phase of their season. If you’re a sports PT and want to lea...2023-03-1533 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP108: “[Case Study] Complex Regional Pain Syndrome In A Youth Athlete”How do you manage complex regional pain syndrome in a youth athlete? What do you do differently with your rehab strategy? In this episode, I share a case study of one of the toughest patients I’ve treated for over a year. If you’re a sports PT and want to learn what to do and what NOT to with complex youth cases, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or g...2023-03-1137 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP107: “When Disaster Strikes In Your Life”My physical therapy clinic recently flooded and in this episode, I share how I managed the stress and how you can apply the lessons learned in your personal and professional development. As a physical therapist, you will encounter life experiences that will challenge your passion and distract you from your goals. If you’re a sports physical therapist that is passionate and does not want to get side tracked when disaster strikes in your personal life, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for ti...2023-03-0235 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP106: “How To Keep Your Job In A Looming Recession”“What if I lose my job?” Nothing is more scary than losing your job as a PT in a looming recession. As a physical therapist, you need to understand what employers and managers are looking for as they prepare budget cuts. In this episode, I share the four things you have direct control over that will set you apart from your peers and colleagues so you thrive in this economic uncertainty. If you’re a sports physical therapist who enjoys their work environment and wants to keep impacting lives without having to worry about changing jobs...2023-02-2238 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP105: “How To Manage Tough Conversations With Athletes”“Why isn’t my knee better? Why am I still in pain?” These dreaded conversations can be avoided with proper planning. As a physical therapist, nothing is more frustrating than patients not getting better. How many times have you created the best program or spent extra time helping people…and they don’t improve as planned? In this episode, I share the two essential components to make the tough conversations easy.If you’re a sports physical therapist who is sick and tired of avoiding or having these types of conversations, you need to tune into this episode. Enj...2023-02-1619 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP104: “How To Get More Athletes On Your Schedule”In this episode, I share 3 tips to get more active patients or “athletes” on your schedule consistently. You don’t need to obtain your SCS or complete a residency…or design fancy exercises. Working with athletes is simple. They simply want to work with people who understand them and make recovery seamless. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to work with more athletes in your career, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athle...2023-02-0930 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP103: “Your Biggest Mistake With Creating Rehab Programs”If you’ve ever designed a rehab program to address movement impairments and simply added weight or reps to increase difficulty, you might be increasing risk for re-injury. All too often orthopedic PTs skip critical phases of strength development. In this episode, I share how sports PTs can enhance outcomes with 1-2 small changes. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to upgrade your rehab program design, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more...2023-02-0128 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP102: “The Role of Sports PTs in Acute Injury Management”If you’re on the field covering an event, which member of the medical team responds first…and where does the sports PT play a role from injury to return to play? In this episode, I cover where to get training on acute injury management and emergency medicine and how to work seamlessly with a medical team of doctors, ATC, paramedics and more! If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to enhance your skills and approach with acute injury management, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physic...2023-01-2636 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP101: “4 Tips To Manage Acute Athletic Injuries”In this episode I share what NOT to do with injuries in the early phase of healing. One of the worst things to do is apply traditional orthopedic principles to acute injuries. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to avoid making mistakes working with your athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the car...2023-01-1831 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP100: “Resolutions For The Successful PT in 2023”Have you ever felt stuck in your career or wanted to advance but didn’t know how? After personally planning my next year, I share my outline on how to create a comprehensive plan with realistic targets to maximize your professional development. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to ensure you’re on the right path in 2023, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in...2023-01-1124 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP099: “My Guide On How & When To Push Athletes Harder”Today, I share how and when to progress athletes faster. There is risk to advancing athletes quicker, but with preparation and the tips I provide, you’ll be able to confidently determine if it’s the right time for your athletes. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to provide accelerated rehab using a safe, trusted protocol, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sp...2023-01-0431 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP098: “Injury Prevention Screening For The Sports PT”Today, I how and why sports PTs should implement injury prevention screening on their athletes. I walk you through the annual assessment and quarterly check-ins to ensure athletes are performing at their best. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to add more tools to your toolbox when working with athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you ca...2022-12-2936 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP097: “What Sports PTs Are Missing With Treating Athletes In 2023”Today, I share five critical things sports PTs need to adapt treat the modern athlete in 2023. While most physical therapists are looking for more “cool” exercises to give to their patients, tune into this episode to learn simple framework to set you up for success without having to rely on exercises as the outcome. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to make sure you’re on the right path in 2023, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and...2022-12-2233 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP096: “Hard Decisions You Will Face As A Sports PT”Today, I share six hard decisions every sports PT will encounter throughout their career. Many PTs think treatment techniques and home exercise program progressions will be the biggest barrier to professional growth. In this episode, I share effective ways to plan for these hard decisions and simple methods to avoid potential challenges in the future. If you’re a sports physical therapist and want to make sure you’re on the right path throughout your career, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips...2022-12-1436 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP095: “How Social Media Has Changed The World of Physical Therapy”Today, I share how physical therapists will need to change their approach when treating the modern patients and athletes of today. More and more, patient and athletes spend hours researching the internet before arriving at the clinic. As a result, they are more informed and aware of their treatment options. How does this change the treatment approach for clinicians? You’ll have to tune in to the episode to learn how to set yourself for success as a physical therapist in 2023. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, an...2022-12-0729 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP094: “The 4 Phases Of Development As A Physical Therapist”Today, I share the roadmap of professional development as a physical therapist. There are rules of “4 years” in clinical practice. Your professional development within those four years will be determined by your work environment, mentorship, and your personal drive. Most clinicians find themselves burnt out and have a difficult time advancing to the next phase. If you want to stay motivated and ensure you’re stay on the right track to avoid burnout, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strateg...2022-11-3034 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP093: “NFL Combine Training And What It Takes To Work With Elite Athletes: Featuring Roy Holmes”Today, I interview Roy Holmes, renowned strength and conditioning coach. Roy has worked with professional athletes for over a decade and has developed a unique system to help athlete perform at their best. Roy shares his framework and approach to working with elite athletes and NFL combine preparation. He also shares what he looks for when collaborating with physical therapists to ensure outcomes are being achieved at the highest level. If you’re a PT and you want to strengthen you skills in speed, agility and power development, you need to tune into this episode. Enj...2022-11-231h 29
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP092: “How To Avoid The Someday Syndrome”Today, I share the syndrome that will limit the professional growth of physical therapists in their careers. All too often, physical therapists become complacent in their career and find themselves stuck in a rut, depending on annual CEU course to motivate or inspire them. In this episode I share this unique syndrome, what it is, why it happens, and what to do to avoid it. If you’re a PT who wants to be known as the best in your career and avoid being stuck, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ 2022-11-1628 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP091: “4 Things I No Longer Use In Clinical Practice”After practicing for 14 years, I’ve evolved as a clinician and streamlined my treatment strategy and approach. In this episode I share four things I no longer use that were inefficient, not functional, and caused the patient to lose focus. If you’re a PT and you want to avoid wasted time on documentation and unnecessary home exercise program design, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job...2022-11-0922 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP090: “What I Learned From A Blind Athlete”Today, I share the lesson I learned from working with Lex Gillette, a visually impaired sprinter, and long jumper. Lex has a tremendous amount of trust in the people he works with and I wanted to share that same experience with my team at Sports Performance. We recently joined Lex and Jerome Avery for a lesson on guide running, but more importantly, the importance of clear communication. In this episode, I share five things I learned and will continue to implement with mentoring sports PTs moving forward. If you want to make sure yo...2022-11-0230 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP089: “How I Competed In A CrossFit Competition Despite An Acute Calf Injury”In this episode, I share my day-by-day rehab progression to compete in a CrossFit competition 5 days after an acute calf strain. I share the tips and lessons I learned and what I will be applying to future patients and athletes. If you have little exposure to acute injury management or want to add more tools to your toolbox, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a jo...2022-10-2630 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP088: “5 Ways To Accelerate Your Career Path In Sports PT”“What do you commonly recommend for aspiring PTs to accelerate their career path within sports physical therapy? After working in professional sports and mentoring sports physical therapists, there are five trends I see in clinicians who are successful in clinical practice. In the podcast episode, I summarize the five ways to accelerate the trajectory in sports PT. If you’re an aspiring sports physical therapist and want to make sure you’re on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips...2022-10-1923 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP087: “Sports PT’s Overlook These 3 Things With Barbell Athletes”“What do PT overlook when working with barbell athletes?” There are three simple concepts that PTs miss when treating barbell athletes. In the podcast episode, I share mistakes I’ve made so you don’t have to. If you’re a physical therapist and work with barbell athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the career that you’v...2022-10-1225 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP086: “4 Critical Modifications For The Injured Olympic Weightlifter”“What are your best clinical pearls for managing injuries in Olympic weightlifters?” After working with thousands of Olympic weightlifters, I’ve consolidated treatment progressions into four categories. In the podcast episode, I share the four categories and the step-by-step approach I use with all injured Olympic weightlifters. If you’re a physical therapist and work with barbell athletes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports...2022-10-0525 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP085: “4 Tips To Get CrossFitters Out Of Pain Quickly”“What are your recommendations to get CrossFitters out of pain quickly?” There are four simple steps to get CrossFit athletes out of pain quickly and they have nothing to do with exercise selection. If you’re a physical therapists who works with CrossFit athletes and you want to improve patient outcomes, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy...2022-09-2823 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP084: “3 Different Approaches To Treat 3 Different Barbell Athletes”“How do you change your treatment approach when working with powerlifters, Olympic weightlifters, or CrossFitters?” These three barbell athletes have distinct differences in range of motion demands, intensity, and training volume. In this episode, I cover three critical things to include in your approach as a physical therapist to maximize patient outcomes. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the career that you’ve always...2022-09-2139 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP083: “3 Things You Need To Know To Treat CrossFitters”“What do you do differently when treating a CrossFitter? What do you change in your evaluation or treatment?” CrossFitters are a community of athletes who love intensity. They thrive on the gym community members and the variation across workouts. Physical therapists who work with CrossFitters need to know three critical things to maximize outcomes. If you’re a physical therapist who works with CrossFitters or wants to work with more CrossFitters, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work w...2022-09-1426 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP082: “14 Years As A Sports PT And Here’s What I Learned”“What are some of the biggest mistakes, wins, and lessons you’ve learned over the last 14 years as a sports PT?” After traveling the world with professional athletes and working in professional sports, I’ve learned a lot of lessons along the way. In this episode, I share 6 lessons to help other sports physical therapists avoid my mistakes and streamline their professional development. If you’re a sports physical therapist and you want to make sure you’re on the right track, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical the...2022-09-0733 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP081: “How A Recession Will Impact Physical Therapists”“If there is an economic downturn, what does it mean for physical therapists?” In this episode, I share how patients and athletes will view physical therapy and I offer solutions for providers to continue to deliver high-quality care despite the uncertainty. If you want to continue to be successful in your role in a possible recession, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports sett...2022-08-3132 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP080: “Where PT’s Go Wrong With Return To Sport Decisions”“Have you ever made the mistake of pushing an athlete too slow or too fast when returning to sport? Have you ever felt hesitant because you didn’t feel confident that the athlete was ready?” There is an art and science to returning athletes back to sport in a short timeline. In this episode, I share mistakes I’ve made and mistakes I’ve seen PTs make when transitioning an athlete back to sport. If you want to fine tune your rehab progressions, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical t...2022-08-2534 min
The Sports Physical Therapy Academy PodcastEP079: “What Mentorship Should Look Like For Sports PTs”“How do you mentor aspiring sports PTs?” This is a question I often get from physical therapists. In this episode, I share the ideal structure and framework of clinical mentorship throughout the first 8-10 years of clinical practice. If you are looking for mentorship or want to know if you’re on the right path, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you...2022-08-1842 min
Innovative PedagogyBridging the Digital Divide During COVID-19 with Suzy GarciaIn this episode we talk to Suzy Garcia, Coordinator of Digital Implementation, focusing on how a school district can create equitable digital access for students.
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