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Unpacking the 2025 CPG: Evidence-Based Management of Hip Osteoarthritis Mar 4, 2026 0:22:53 In this episode, we dive into the highly anticipated 2025 revision of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Hip Pain and Mobility Deficits—Hip Osteoarthritis, published by the APTA Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Join us as we explore the latest evidence on how to best classify, examine, and treat patients living with mild-to-moderate hip OA. We break down the updated recommendations for m

Red Flags for Cancer Nov 22, 2025 0:02:47 SHOW NOTES — Red Flags for Cancer (Cheat Sheet)What it is: Non-mechanical symptoms raising suspicion for malignancy.Classic signs:Night painUnexplained weight lossConstant, deep acheNo mechanical patternHistory of cancerRule-in test: None — this is a screening cluster.Rule-out clues: Pain that changes with movement or position.NPTE trap: Night pain + weight loss = refer immediately.Best treatment:

MCL Injury in Under 3 Minutes: NPTE Breakdown Nov 22, 2025 0:02:42 MCL Injury — NPTE Cheat SheetWhat it is:Sprain/tear of the MCL from valgus force or lateral blow.Classic signs:Medial knee painPain with valgus stressLocal tendernessMild swellingLateral blow mechanismRule-in test:Valgus Stress Test at 30°Rule-out clues:Pop + immediate swelling → ACLLocking → MeniscusPosterior sag → PCLNPTE trap:Valgus force + medial pain = MCL. Full stop.Best treatment:ROM, quad/

PCL Injury in Under 3 Minutes: NPTE Breakdown Nov 22, 2025 0:03:15 PCL Injury — NPTE Cheat SheetWhat it is:Injury to the posterior cruciate ligament from excessive posterior translation of the tibia — often from dashboard impact or falling on a flexed knee.Classic signs:Posterior sag signPosterior knee painDifficulty descending stairsInstability (less dramatic than ACL)Dashboard injury mechanismRule-in test:Posterior Drawer Test (NPTE’s favorite)Rule-out clues:Im

Meniscus Tear: NPTE Breakdown in Under 3 Minutes Nov 22, 2025 0:03:02 Meniscus Tear — NPTE Cheat SheetWhat it is:Injury to the medial or lateral meniscus — the knee’s shock-absorbing cartilage — often caused by twisting or deep flexion.Classic signs:Joint line painLocking or catchingClickingDelayed swelling (24–48 hours)Pain with squatting/twistingRule-in test:McMurray test (NPTE’s go-to)Rule-out clues:Immediate swelling → ACLPosterior sag → PCLMedial tenderness → M

ACL Tear in Under 3 Minutes: NPTE Cheat Sheet Nov 22, 2025 0:03:17 ACL Tear — NPTE Cheat SheetWhat it is:ACL failure from excessive anterior tibial translation — basically the tibia tries to run off and the ACL can’t hold the line.Classic signs:PopImmediate swelling (1–2 hours)Pivot / cutting mechanismInstabilityDifficulty weight-bearingRule-in test:Lachman test — NPTE’s #1.Rule-out clues:Slow swelling → MeniscusPosterior sag → PCLMedial pain → MCLNPTE trap:Delay

BPPV in 3 Minutes: The NPTE Cheat Code Nov 22, 2025 0:03:33 BPPV — NPTE Cheat SheetWhat it is: Otoconia displaced into a semicircular canal (ear crystals where they shouldn’t be).Classic signs: Brief vertigo (<60 sec), triggered by position changes, upbeating torsional nystagmus, no hearing loss.Rule-in test: Dix-Hallpike.Rule-out clues: Long-lasting vertigo, neuro deficits, hearing symptoms → think neuritis/Ménière’s.NPTE trap: Nystagmus >60 seconds

You Passed the NPTE! Now What?! Feb 8, 2024 1:08:01 You studied and passed the NPTE!CONGRATS!Um... now what?Our 3 hosts give you advice on what to do NOW that you did the thing you set out to do in the first place!Finding a jobNetworking Self Assessment

Explaining Parkinson's Disease Sep 23, 2023 0:05:27 Welcome back to NPTE Studycast, your indispensable guide for mastering the NPTE! In this episode, we're diving deep into Parkinson's Disease—a subject crucial not just for the NPTE but also for your real-world clinical practice. Listen in to expand your understanding and enhance your skills in addressing this complex condition.

Understanding SubLingual Nitroglycerin Jun 9, 2023 0:11:52 Rachele Burriesci of All Things Cardio Pulm dives into the essential topic of sublingual nitroglycerin, specifically tailored for physical therapy students gearing up for the NPTE (National Physical Therapy Examination) exam. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of this medication, its clinical applications, and its implications in the context of physical therapy practice.Episode Highlights:Over

Angina Explained: More Than Just Chest Pain! May 9, 2023 0:14:27 Angina - It’s Not just chest painDive into understanding Angina with Dr. Rachele Burriesci, as she breaks down the pathophysiologic cause of angina, describes the 3 most common types and what you as a physical therapist should be aware of in its description in order to differentiate from other types of chest pain.In this episode:AtherosclerosisDefine AnginaDescribe Angina3 Types of AnginaHow to di

Beyond the Offer: 4 Key Factors to Consider in a Physical Therapy Position May 8, 2023 0:16:53 In today's episode, we're going to talk about the key factors that every physical therapist should consider when looking for a new job.Keri Ammons, Director of Talent Acquisition at ATI explains that finding a place where you can grow with the company is essential. Look for a company that offers various paths within the organization to satisfy different interests. Whether it's IT, project manageme

Mastering ECG: Easy Guide to Calculating Heart Rate Accurately May 5, 2023 0:20:04 Dr. Burriesci gives you the quick and dirty techniques to calculate rate on ECG and tips on how to determine a 6 second strip. She describes 4 different methods to determine rate and helps determine which technique to choose and why. Dive into this episode to get better at calculating rate and/or refresh your skills. Happy Practicing!In this episode:ECG paper importanceHow to determine a 6-sec str

Hip Pathologies Explained: Essential Guide for the NPTE Exam Apr 20, 2023 0:16:07 In this comprehensive episode, we dive deep into the world of hip pathologies, providing you with an essential guide to prepare for the NPTE Exam. We'll cover the most common hip conditions, their causes, symptoms, and treatment options, as well as key clinical concepts and examination techniques that you need to know. Professor Matthew Condo provides insight and practical tips that will help you

Unlock the Secrets of Electrical Conduction for NPTE Success Apr 17, 2023 0:18:31 Are you struggling to understand electrical conduction for the NPTE exam? Look no further! In this video, we'll guide you through the ins and outs of electrical conduction, from the basics to the more complex concepts. We'll show you how to identify different types of conductors and insulators, and explain how conductivity is affected by factors such as temperature and material properties. We'll a

Hand Deformities Apr 6, 2023 0:15:27 Matthew Condo, PT, DPT, EdD covers hand deformities that frequently show up on the NPTEFind out more about Matt here

Mechanics of Breathing - Cardio Pulmonary Mar 31, 2023 0:19:21 Learn the Mechanics of Breathing from Rachele Burriesci, PT, DPT, CCS, GCSwww.allthingscardiopulm.com/

Heart ❤️ and Lungs Jan 26, 2022 0:44:20 Heart ❤️ and Lungs

Axilla, Brachial Plexus and Arm NPTE Trivia Review Oct 22, 2021 0:42:43 Axilla, Brachial Plexus and Arm NPTE Trivia Review

The 3 Most Important Lessons I Learned On My Clinical Rotation Sep 23, 2021 0:22:25

Clash of the Craniums NPTE Anatomy Trivia Sep 16, 2021 0:28:29 Anatomy Trivia to help you prepare for the NPTE with Matthew Condo of Methodist University

Pediatric Milestones with Sarah Falbo from GRADitude Jun 23, 2021 0:09:15 Pediatric Milestones with Sarah Falbo from GRADitude

Burns with Sarah Falbo of GRADitude Jun 21, 2021 0:13:20 Sarah Falbo of GRADitude podcast sharing insight on BURNS for the NPTE

Anatomy Trivia - Clash of the Craniums Round 4/4 May 4, 2021 0:15:54 The final round of the clash of the craniums anatomy trivia night!

Anatomy Trivia - Clash of the Craniums Round 3/4 May 4, 2021 0:15:27 Round 3 of 4 of the Clash of the Craniums Anatomy Trivia

Anatomy Trivia - Clash of the Craniums Round 2/4 May 4, 2021 0:16:06 The second of four rounds of anatomy trivia as part of our Clash of the Craniums Broadcast.

Anatomy Trivia - Clash of the Craniums Round 1/4 May 4, 2021 0:18:50 Thanks to Matt Condo, professor from Methodist University for helping us put on this inaugural trivia night of CLASH OF THE CRANIUMS!

What Makes A Great PT School Applicant? Nov 25, 2020 1:08:44 What Makes A Great PT School Applicant? Skye Donovan, Lori Bordenave and Chris Petrosino are physical therapists and have extensive experience in the PT admissions process as program chairs of three different PT programs across the country - Marymount University, A.T. Still University and Sacred Heart University.  The panel agrees a great PT applicant is someone who is strong academical

Sample Question Episode 4 with Will Crane of PTFinalExam.com Jun 23, 2020 0:04:02 Sample QnA episode with Will Crane from PTFinalExam.com Get your NPTE Strategy Cheat Sheet here: https://ptfinalexam.com/studycast/ Plus 10% off for NPTE Studycast Listeners Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

The Power of the 5 Pillars to Profitability in Physical Therapy with Will Humphreys Jun 18, 2020 1:08:30 Will Humphreys is a physical therapist, entrepreneur, author, and speaker. Will coaches business owners and physical therapists across the country to his knowledge and belief of profitability. If you thought that was all, Will created a medical billing and consulting company called In the Black this past April. Will tells us about the events he endured to ultimately choose his path in physical

Spondylolisthesis Jun 17, 2020 0:09:43 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Sample Question Episode 3 with Will Crane of PTFinalExam.com Jun 10, 2020 0:07:08 Sample QnA episode with Will Crane from PTFinalExam.com Get your NPTE Strategy Cheat Sheet here: https://ptfinalexam.com/studycast/ Plus 10% off for NPTE Studycast Listeners Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Your Finances in a COVID-19 World with Joe Reinke of FITBUX Jun 4, 2020 0:38:27 Joe Reinke of www.FITBUx.com talks loans, making/saving money and having a plan that works for you.

Trochanteric Bursitis Jun 3, 2020 0:05:31 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Sample Question Episode 2 with Will Crane of PTFinalExam.com May 27, 2020 0:05:56 Sample QnA episode with Will Crane from PTFinalExam.com Get your NPTE Strategy Cheat Sheet here: https://ptfinalexam.com/studycast/ Plus 10% off for NPTE Studycast Listeners Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Sample Question Episode 1 with Will Crane of PTFinalExam.com May 20, 2020 0:06:25 Sample QnA episode with Will Crane from PTFinalExam.com Get your NPTE Strategy Cheat Sheet here: https://ptfinalexam.com/studycast/ Plus 10% off for NPTE Studycast Listeners Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Congenital Muscular Torticollis Mar 25, 2020 0:10:09 Congenital Muscular Torticollis (CMT) is a postural abnormality affecting 4-16% of infants.  Shortening of the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM) on one side of the neck causes the infant to tilt their head toward and rotate their head away from the tight side. Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Osgood Schlatter’s Disease Mar 18, 2020 0:06:51 Osgood Schlatter's Disease is an overuse type injury of the knee that is most common in adolescents and is usually characterized by a gradual onset of anterior knee pain. This disease is caused by repetitive strain on the tibial tuberosity via the patellar tendon. It is most common in adolescent athletes with higher demand on the quadriceps with sports that involve running and jumping. Downlo

Osteomyelitis Mar 11, 2020 0:05:40 Looking at Osteomyelitis Osteomyelitis which is a serious infection of the bone that is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection in the blood stream or exposure of the bone to contaminants (open fracture, surgical procedures). In 25% of cases, this condition is predisposed by trauma. In children, this condition is most common in long bones due to the increased blood supply to the metaphy

Upper Extremity Special Tests Mar 4, 2020 0:08:39 NPTE Upper Extremity Special Tests with a look at Sensitivity, Specificity and Likelihood Ratios. Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Feb 18, 2020 0:09:40 A complete look at Shoulder Impingement Syndrome for the NPTE Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Plantar Fasciitis Feb 4, 2020 0:09:04 A complete look at plantar fasciitis for the NPTE Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Pressure Ulcers Dec 19, 2019 0:08:08 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Alzheimer’s Disease Dec 12, 2019 0:05:45 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

ACL Tear Nov 28, 2019 0:07:06 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Achilles Tendinopathy Nov 21, 2019 0:06:20 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Meniscus Tear Nov 14, 2019 0:06:32 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Nov 7, 2019 0:05:59 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Frozen Shoulder / Adhesive Capsulitis Oct 7, 2019 0:08:21 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Rectus Abdominis Diastasis Sep 3, 2019 0:06:37 Rectus Abdominis Diastasis

NPTE Structure & Scoring with Will Crane from PTFinalExam.com Aug 6, 2019 0:10:09 Download free NPTE Flashcards: https://aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

How do I register for the NPTE? Jul 30, 2019 0:09:41 Will Crane from PTFinalExam.com comes on to walk you through the first part of your NPTE Journey, signing up for the exam! Helpful Links: FSBPTState Licensing ContactsExam RegistrationDates & DeadlinesLocate a testing center near you

Down Syndrome Jul 23, 2019 0:07:22 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

Cerebral Palsy Jul 16, 2019 0:07:58 Cerebral Palsy

E-Stim Rap – Contraindications & Precautions Jun 20, 2019 0:01:51 E-Stim Rap - Contraindications & Precautions

Heart Failure May 15, 2019 0:09:40 Heart Failure

COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder May 9, 2019 0:08:31 COPD with Ellen Hillegass

Cystic Fibrosis May 7, 2019 0:07:56 Cystic Fibrosis

Cardio Pulmonary – Atherosclerosis & Angina Mar 28, 2019 0:11:09 Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx

DVT – Deep Vein Thrombosis Mar 15, 2019 0:06:58 DVT - Deep Vein Thrombosis

Pressure Ulcers Mar 15, 2019 0:07:41 Pressure Ulcers

Parkinson’s Disease Mar 15, 2019 0:08:33 Parkinson's Disease

THA – Total Hip Arthroplasty Mar 15, 2019 0:07:01 THA - Total Hip Arthroplasty

TKA – Total Knee Arthroplasty Mar 14, 2019 0:05:42 TKA - Total Knee Arthroplasty

Myasthenia Gravis Mar 14, 2019 0:04:29 Myasthenia Gravis

Neuro – Post-Polio Syndrome Sep 13, 2018 0:06:31 Neuro - Post-Polio Syndrome

Neuro – Bell’s Palsy Sep 13, 2018 0:05:45 Neuro - Bell's Palsy

Neuro – Erb’s Palsy Sep 13, 2018 0:06:04 Neuro - Erb's Palsy

Neuro – ALS Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Sep 1, 2018 0:05:49 Neuro - ALS Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Neuro – Multiple Sclerosis Aug 31, 2018 0:09:15 Neuro - Multiple Sclerosis