The Rethinking Rehab Podcast
The Rethinking Rehab Podcast challenges conventional assumptions in rehabilitation and physical therapy. Host Shelbie Miller encourages listeners to question established beliefs and rethink the way rehab is practiced. Episodes explore critical thinking about clinical habits, evidence, and patient care. It is aimed at rehab professionals and anyone curious about improving movement and recovery outcomes.
Episodes
87. Tips For Applying to Sports Residency
Hey friends! On this episode I chat all things sports residency applications with Bobby Jean Lee and Caitlin Nadolny. Bobby completed a sports residency at Texas Health Sports Medicine/TCU and Caitlin completed an orthopedic residency at Houston Methodist. Together they have served as residency mentors and faculty throughout their career. This episode is meant to be a resource for those interest
86. Joe Girardi: D1 Football Rehab Insights
Hey friends! Welcome back to the show. Today's guest is Joe Girardi, Assistant AD for Football Rehab at Texas A&M University. Joe has an extensive background in both performance and rehab and is rightfully passionate about integrating the two. We get into the importance of embracing cognitive agility, being able to pivot constantly given the ever changing demands of college football, the value o
85. Azita Nejaddehghan: Leveling Up End-Stage Rehab
Hey friends! She's baaaaaack! Azita Nejaddehghan, PT and strength coach, returns to chop it up over end stage rehab reflections. We piggyback off one of talking her points during her CSM presentation early this year, which was that we do not need to wait for physical capacity to be fully restored before working on technical proficiency with our athletes. Azita also shares how she approaches ret
84. David Clancy: People, Process & Culture
Hey friends! I came across David Clancy on LinkedIn and instantly rocked with what he was sharing. Selfishly I knew I had to invite him on to the pod to continue the conversations he was starting online, because they were just so interesting! David is former sports performance therapist who now works on the organizational side of high performance teams. He operates as a consultant to help buil
83. Dustin Willis: Rethinking Arrival...What the Dream Doesn't Tell You
Hey friends! On this episode, I welcome back my friend and mentor Dustin Willis. We have a candid conversation about Dustin's time in the NBA and the peaks and valleys that came with it. He shares his own story of how quickly he went from living out his dream to being an outside observer of it. It is the business of sports, unfortunately. This is one aspect of elite sports medicine that doesn't
82. Diego Hidalgo: A Chat with the Skeptical Physio
Welcome back, friends! On this episode I chat with Diego Hidalgo, known as the Skeptical Physio online. Diego published a fanastic paper a while back over "The Fallacy of Osteopathic Anatomical Possibilism." We talk about why it's important to embrace critical thinking to challenge these narratives. Diego calls healthcare providers to balance clinical passion with scientific skepticism
81. Bria Savage: Playing the Long Game
Hey friends! On this episode, I sat down with one of my PT friends who I connected with at the Elite Rehab Basketball Conference last year. Bria Savage is a physical therapist based in Atlanta and is joy to chat with. We talked about her journey, which started with multiple PT school rejections, various travel PT contracts, and more recently a stint with EXOS in Atlanta. Currently, she is focusi
80. Lionel Rice and Jamal Court: The Power of Sincere Networking
Hey friends! In this episode, I sit down with Lionel Rice and Jamal Court from the Utah Jazz to talk all things mentorship and authentic relationship building in the world of elite sport. We discuss how qualities like work ethic, initiative, and professionalism are directly connected to mentorship. Lionel and Jamal share their personal stories of how they got to the NBA and some great advice on
79. Neville Chu: Being Pain-Free Is Not the Goal You Think It Is
In this episode, I sit down with Physical Therapist and weightlifting coach Neville Chu, founder of Legacy Performance and Rehab. Neville and I chat about his unconventional career path. While he started in a traditional outpatient physical therapy clinic and left to join corporate healthcare, he ultimately returned to patient care by launching his remote coaching and rehab business which focuses
78. Joey Scambia and Rayce Houser: Lumbar Bone Stress Injuries
Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I sat down with Joey Scambia and Rayce Houser, Co-Founders of Rehab Renaissance, to talk about how we can better rehab athletes with low back pain, especially those with bone stress injuries. We get into imaging, nutritional, and workload considerations for this population, as well as Joey and Rayce's own tier-based system for returning these athletes to sp
77. Zak Gabor & Shelly Belk: Stuck and Burnt Out
Hey friends! In this episode, I sit down with Clinical Athlete's very own Zak Gabor and his personal behavior coach Shelly Belk. We go deep into the topic of burnout in high-achieving clinicians and how chronic stress and over-identifying with our professional roles can quietly keep us from taking healthy action. We talk about why so many of us tie our self-worth to productivity, struggle to set
76. Kayla Fujimoto Epperson: Life as a Pro Tennis Physio
In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Fujimoto Epperson to talk about her journey and lessons learned working in pro tennis as a physical therapist. I am personally inspired by Kayla and her mindset towards her career. She's a "I will figure it out" kind of person. She shares how her mind has changed on the utilization of breathwork. We also get into the existential questions that come with w
75. Natalie Trotter: This Ain't Your Show
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and mentor Natalie Trotter, an Athletic Trainer based in Atlanta, Georgia. This was such an enjoyable and real conversation with someone I deeply respect. Natalie shares her thoughts on creating meaningful relationships while operating within a sports medicine team. She reminds us to leave ego at the door and to approach athlete management through a hol
74. Logan Kelly-Sullivan: Making Sense of Cartilage Injuries
Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I sit down with Logan Kelly-Sullivan, Senior Performance Physical Therapist for the San Antonio Spurs. Logan and I connected at the NBPTA networking event during Summer League this summer and I really enjoyed chatting with him (over a Dos Equis of course). He mentioned he was studying cartilage injuries as part of his PhD and I knew I had to get him on her
73. Taylor Eckel: The Cost of Integrity in a Broken System
On this episode, I sit down with one of my first online-turned-real-life PT friends, Taylor Eckel! We unpack the winding path of her career, which has included multiple tough job transitions. Taylor shares the lessons those experiences taught her about humility, growth, and the importance of finding the right professional environment. We also dive into how culture, mentorship, and self-awareness
72. Cassidy Papa: Embracing Cognitive Diversity in Elite Sport
In this episode, I chat with my friend Cassidy Papa, a performance physical therapist for the Charlotte Hornets. She shares her career journey and dives into her decision to pursue residency and fellowship. We chat about why she's adopted a minimum effective dose approach in the NBA, and the need for humility, flexibility, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration to prioritize what's truly best
71. Sawyer Williamson: Redefining Success for the Next Generation of Athletic Trainers
On this episode, I'm joined by Sawyer Williamson, an athletic trainer in the G League, for an honest conversation about life as an AT in pro sports. We dig into the challenges of having limited autonomy, the tension between prestige and personal fulfillment, and the process of discovering your own voice in a demanding environment. Our conversation dives into finding clarity, aligning with your val
70. Tiffani Michel: Building Athlete-Centered Care
In this episode, I sit down with my friend Tiffani Michel, a physical therapist and entrepreneur in Atlanta. She shares her journey from college basketball player to starting her own practice, discussing her experiences with injuries, career transitions, and building a business focused on comprehensive care for athletes. She emphasizes the importance of holistic treatment approaches, educating y
69. Anthony Sinacore: VALD Performance
Hey friends! On this episode, I sit down with Anthony Sinacore, VP & Director of North American Sales for VALD Performance. Anthony shares about how his background as an athletic trainer and physical therapist allowed him to add value on the clinical application side of developing human performance technology with VALD over the last few years. Additionally, we chat about how his skillset has evo
68. Lisa Pataky: Adapting Her Skillset for Individual & Team Sports
On this episode, I sit down with Lisa Pataky, a sports physical therapist whose career has spanned pro tennis, Overtime Elite, and now the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves. We dive into what it takes to build trust with athletes, bridge the gap between medical and performance teams, and reconsider long-term rehab as a training macrocycle rather than a checklist. If you're curious about life as
67. Jarred Boyd: Are False Steps the Problem or the Scapegoat?
Today is a special episode as I welcome back my very FIRST guest and good mentor, Jarred Boyd! Jarred is the Director of Rehab for the Memphis Grizzlies and embodies what it means to think deeply and reflectively. In this episode we talk about how he builds trust with athletes through offseason reflection, storytelling, and clear education. Jared also shares the four core values that shape his hi
66. Trevor Rappa: Using Movement Models to Bridge Rehab and Performance
In this episode, I sit down with Trevor Rappa from Resilient Performance PT to talk all things return to sport, especially in the mid to end stages of rehab. We get into the weeds on movement strategies and change of direction. Trevor breaks down how he builds progressions, why most athletes are underprepared, and how reactive drills may lead to better outcomes than pre-planned ones. We also touc
65. Finding the Courage to Quit Our First Job
Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I'm joined by Kelsey Fuller and Hannah Dvorak, two PTs that I met as students and walked alongside as they searched for their first job and ultimately walked away from those jobs. They share about their journey, from being diligent in their initial job search to being patient in the middle of their first job when things got hard to finally findi
64. Matt McInnes Watson: Clarifying Plyometrics for Coaches and Clinicians
Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I'm joined by Matt McInnes Watson, the founder of PlusPlyos, to dive deep into all things plyometrics. Matt is a high jumper turned coach and now educator, where he aims to make plyometrics more approachable by providing simple, scalable frameworks for athletes and clinicians. He shares his ideas behind plyometric progressions, as well as misconceptions he
63. Erin Kelly-Sullivan: Leaving Clinical Practice
Welcome back friends! In this episode, I sit down with Erin Kelly-Sullivan, who began her career as a physical therapist and then pivoted into the world of branding and design. Erin shares her journey of realizing early in her PT career that clinical practice wasn't the right fit and how she navigated the uncertainty of what to do next. We dive into her transition to branding, the struggles of lea
62. Rich Willy: Plyometrics and Bone Stress Injuries
In this episode I sit down and chat with Rich Willy, a leading expert in running-related injuries and bone stress injuries. We dive deep into the complexities of bone loading, the evolving role of biomechanics in injury risk, and the practical application of strength training and plyometrics for athletes. Rich shares invaluable insights on mentorship, professional growth, and the importance of bri
61. Natasha Barnes: Challenging Chiropractic Norms
On this episode, I sit down with Natasha Barnes, a chiropractor who specializes in working with climbing athletes. Natasha shares her journey from being an elite climber to navigating chiropractic school, where she was motivated to develop a more evidence-based, exercise-focused approach to rehab as an independent practitioner. We dive into how her treatment philosophy has evolved, the challenges
60. Abby Gordon: Supporting Athletes at Every Level
In this episode I chat with Abby Gordon, a sports physical therapist at Seattle Children's, about her career journey from working with the WNBA's Seattle Storm to treating pediatric sports injuries and chronic pain. She reflects on how her approach to patient care has changed, the unique challenges of professional sports medicine, and the critical role of addressing holistic factors like sleep, nu
59. Missy Mitchell-McBeth: Evolving Strategies for High-Performance Coaching
In this episode, I sit down with Missy Mitchell-Mcbeth, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach with a wealth of experience in both coaching and consulting. We dive into how her thought process has changed in relation to plyometrics, conditioning, and the art of coaching. Missy shares insightful perspectives on building relationships with sport coaches, shaping athletes' long-term development,
58. Chelsea Ortega: Redefining Work-Life Balance in Pro Sports
In this episode, I sit down with Chelsea Ortega to discuss her role as the Director of Health and Performance for the LA Sparks and how she juggles professional demands with life as a mom. Chelsea shares insights on managing time, building systems for athlete care, and embracing the challenges of her dual roles. Her story offers practical advice and perspective for anyone balancing family and care
57. Sean Harris: Creating Systems in Business & Leadership
In this episode of Rethinking Rehab, I sit down with Sean Harris, a physical therapist and entrepreneur, to talk about his journey from working in a hospital system to running a large gym, clinic, and private research lab in Houston. Sean shares how having a strong vision helped him make tough decisions and grow his business, even during challenging times. We dive into lessons he's learned about l
56. Maggie Bryant: Evolving Roles & Responsibilities in the NBA
In this episode, I chat with Maggie Bryant, whose journey I've personally been inspired by over the years. I've always appreciated how honest she is in conversations about life as a PT in the NBA - the really cool parts, but also the hard and challenging parts that you don't see online. She currently serves as the President of Performance, Health, and Wellness for the LA Clippers. Maggie shares
55. Dominick Walker: Simplifying Elite Performance
Hey friends! In this episode, I chat with a great human I met through a book club a few years back. Dominick Walker is the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Mississippi State's Men's Basketball program. Like most of us, he's been inudated with so many methods and thought processes, all which promise better results than the "other." Ultimately he's found value in simplifying his appr
54. Alex Hubelbank: Life as an NBA Performance & Medical Consultant
Hey friends! Super excited to share this conversation I had with Alex Hubelbank. Alex wears multiple hats as a performance physical therapist, strength coach and athletic trainer. We dive into her role as an NBA Consultant, discussing the challenges of maintaining effective communication, adapting rehab techniques, and the role of manual therapy in high-stakes environments. Lastly, we chat abou
53. Ramsey Nijem: NBA to D1, Injury Prediction & Community
Hey friends! Super pumped to share this conversation I had with Ramsey Nijem, the Director of Performance for the University of Kansas Men's Basketball team. Ramsey shares why he decided to leave the NBA for an opportunity in Division 1 basketball. We also delve into the complexities of injury prediction and the critical role of community support for strength coaches. Enjoy! Cli
52. Dano Norceide: Finding His Way to the NFL
Hey friends! On this episode I sit down and chat with Dano Norceide, a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer with the Arizona Cardinals. During the first half of our conversation Dano shares the detailed version of his journey to the NFL, including the challenges he's faced. The second half of our chat highlights how Dano's approach to athlete care has changed. Dano emphasizes the importance o
51. Justin Tallard: Mentorship, Networking & Systems in Baseball
Hey friends! On this episode I catch up with my good friend and former coworker, Justin Tallard, who now works with the Philadelphia Phillies as a Minor League Rehab Coordinator. We chat about the importance of his mentorship and networking early on in his career, as well as what he's learned during his transition from working in an outpatient sports clinic to professional baseball. Clinical
50. Lindsay Gately: The Nuances of the NFL for a PT-AT
Hey friends! Welcome back to episode #50! WOW. I'm stoked to share this conversation I had with Lindsay Gately, a PT-AT with the Washington Commanders. We chat about her journey into the NFL, wearing both PT and AT hats, working within multi-disciplinary high-performance sports medicine team, navigating the conversation around achilles tendon ruptures, and so much more. CALU FB Community: https:/
49. Olivia Abdoo: Navigating Rehab with UFC Fighters
Hey, friends! Olivia Abdoo and I chat about her career path leading up to her job with the UFC. We talk about what she gained through her residency and fellowship experiences. We also chat about some of her clinical challenges and a few strategies she uses with her fighters to maintain buy in. Finally, Olivia shares how she's matured in her responses to other people relative to the beginning of
48. Ben Brewster: The Problem with Interval Throwing Programs
Welcome back, friends! Excited to share this chat I had with Ben Brewster, a pitching coach and co-founder of Tread Athletics, a holistic coaching facility for baseball athletes in North Carolina. Ben shared a thread on X titled, "The Problem with Interval Throwing Programs," which caught my attention and acted as the springboard for this conversation. We also chat about his training philosoph
47. Scot Morrison: Clinical Decision Making and Uncertainty
Hey friends! Scot Morrison is a physical therapist, strength coach, and educator who currently works in special operations. Scot has a special interest in clinical decision making and managing uncertainty in clinical practice. We also cover the importance of understanding what you're actually measuring when you perform objective testing. Finally, we wrap up the conversation talking about the
46. Thornton Johnson: Non-Clinical PT Path
Hey, friends! I'd love to introduce you to my friend and old co-worker Thornton Johnson. He has transitioned out of the clinic to a fully remote role where he works as a medical writer for Smith and Nephew, a medical technology company. Thornton works as an evidence evaluation specialist within their sports and orthopedics department, where he gets to marry his clinical understanding of post-ope
45. Fireside Chat: Research Icks with PT Inquest (Jason Tuori, Megan Graham, Chris Juneau)
Welcome back, friends! Super excited to share this chat with you. This is the "how not to get duped by research" episode. We talk about impact factor, predatory journals, research designs, p-value, effect size, etc. Buckle up. CALU FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calucommunity/ Connect with our PT Inquest friends! Instagram: @ptinquest Website: PTInquest.com
44. Emily Barnhart: Supporting Injured Athletes via Nutrition
Welcome back, friends! Emily (aka Injury RD) works as a registered dietician who is passionate about equipping and educating injured athletes. Emily shares subtle signs and questions that healthcare providers can ask to get a more in-depth understanding of their athletes' nutritional beliefs and values. Soon Emily will be launching her Feed the Quad program, geared toward busy athletes looking to
43. Laura Opstedal: Updating Her Approach with Quad Tendon ACLRs
Welcome back, friends! If you don't know Laura Opstedal you should! Laura is a physical therapist and owns Build Physio in Bozeman, MT. We chat about her practice model, clinic philosophy, and how she's changed her approach with quad tendon ACLRs. I hope you enjoy! CALU FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calucommunity
42. Fireside Chat: Continuing Education with Sean Harris and Kasey Hankins
Welcome back, friends! In this episode I sit down with Sean Harris and Kasey Hankins, who co-founded the Ignite Clinical Institute. We talk about the benefits and drawbacks of various modes of continuing education, the importance of making mistakes, pursuing excellence in community through mentorship, identifying which courses to take, and more details about their own continuing education vision
41. Erik Meira: Changing His Approach to Altering Movement
Welcome back, friends! Excited to share this conversation I had with Erik Meira. We talk about his love for teaching and how his approach to movement re-education has evolved over the years. Additionally, we chat about how his thought process on patient-reported outcomes and knee valgus has changed. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. FB CALU Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups
40. Shaun Astorga: Reconsidering the Ribcage & Respiration
Welcome back, friends! If there's a con-ed course, Shaun has taken it. He quickly realized that most weekend courses and certification systems don't do a great job of bridging the gap between the content and high performance. Shaun is passionate about two things when it comes to controversial topics in rehab like the ribcage and respiration: 1) giving it more context and 2) helping clinicians
39. Frank Benedetto: The Healthcare Renaissance & AI
Welcome back, friends! If you are feeling stuck, uninspired, or limited in your ability to make a real impact in healthcare, then this might just be the episode for you! Frank has helped many clinicians build a career they actually enjoy. Today we chat about why he has shifted from calling for a Healthcare Revolution to a Healthcare Renaissance. Additionally, Frank shares a few thoughts on how
38. Sarah Hixon: Rehab & Fellowship Coordinator for a D1 Program
Welcome back, friends! Today I sit down with Sarah Hixon, who works as the Rehab, Fellowship and Concussion Coordinator at Wake Forest University. She also works as an Athletic Trainer with their Men's Tennis team. Sarah and I chat about her journey into D1 athletics, as well as some of the things she learned around networking and working in this type of interdisciplinary role. https://www.faceb
37. Fireside Chat: Performance Physical Therapy with Keegan Ross and Jess Elis
Welcome back! This is another installment of Fireside Chats, where I bring on two guests and we chat about a particular topic. I am so happy to share this conversation with you guys. Keegan and Jess both bring a lot of experience to the table as they have both worked at the highest level of sport in various roles. Definitely give them a follow on social media! https://www.facebook.com/groups
36. Megan Pomarensky: Empowering Those With Chronic Pain
Welcome back! Today I sit down with Megan Pomarensky, who works as an Athletic Therapist in Canada. She shares her own story of experiencing chronic hip pain and how that had shaped her current practice, where she works with individuals to empower them in their own management of chronic pain. We talk about the pressure to practice with complete certainty, the complicated nature of imaging and d
35. Andy Chen: Learning from Extremes
Hi friends! Welcome back. Andy and I have grown up together in the rehab space and have shared many of the same questions over the years so this was a conversation I resonated with and I hope you do as well. It's all about looking at the extremes of posture, respiration, manual therapy and then finding our way back to the middle.
34. Jarod Hall: Thoughts about Thoughts
Alright, yall! You're invited to think about why you think the way you do. Jarod and I chat about a variety of topics, from traditional and non-traditional clinical mentorship to social media and call out culture. Jarod shares why it's a good thing to be questioned and we end with him sharing his evolution on the topics of manual therapy and pain science education. Stick around to the end for
33. Dr. Sarah Kennedy: Primary Care Sports Doc
Welcome back, yall! Today I sit down with Dr. Kennedy who I've had the pleasure of working with the last five years. She is a primary care sports doctor who manages all of the non-op injuries we see. Dr. Kennedy shares her thoughts on manual therapy, needling, regenerative therapies, and how important patient education, patient expectations, and patient autonomy are to her practice. CALU Comm
32. Jenny Rearick: Becoming Fit to Speak
Welcome back, friends! Today I sit down with Jenny Rearick, personal trainer, gym owner, and communication and presentation skills coach to talk about her evolution around all things communication. We talk about her communication principles, her ah-ha moment around communication within the neurodivergent community, and much more. Give her a follow at Fit to Speak. Enjoy!
31. Kyle Dobbs: Making Sense of Methods
Yall are gonna enjoy this one. Today Kyle and I sit down and talk about his journey as a strength and conditioning coach. If you're trying to make sense of all the three-letter acronym courses that claim to have the secret to rehab and performance, then this episode is for you! Kyle shares his own story of getting into the weeds and what questions he now asks himself to filter through new infor
30. Keith Davids: Motor Learning & Ecological Dynamics
This one is for all my motor learning friends! Keith Davids has spent the majority of his career in the research and application of motor learning through an ecological lens. We cover the history of ecological dynamics and how it differs from a traditional, cognitive top-down approach. Additionally, we touch on the topics of motor control, dynamical systems, self-organization, constraints and en
29. Stephania Bell: Tag Teaming Her Way to ESPN
Friends, welcome back! Today I sit down with Stephania Bell, injury analysis for ESPN. We chat about her path to ESPN, which includes a strong background in writing and teaching, but also a "better together mindset" that lead to unique opportunities for her. She shares how important it is to advocate for physical therapy, not at the expense of other disciplines, but in partnership with them. A
28. Stacie Barber: Rupturing & Rehabbing Her Own Achilles
Welcome back, friends! You may know Stacie Barber as The Physio Fix on social media. Today she hops on the mic to share her own story of rupturing (and re-rupturing) her achilles tendon and then rehabbing with her colleagues. She shares how she had to advocate for herself and get create with her rehab when things took a step backwards. Not only will you get to learn her story, but there's plen
27. Nick Perugini: More than Movement
Yall are in for a real treat with this conversation. Nick sits down to share the evolution of his thought process as a coach and a physical therapist. We chat about remote coaching and rehab, approaching chronic pain in athletes, working FROM a sense of self-worth rather than FOR a sense of self-worth, and the importance of community and belonging.
26. Fireside Chat: Being a POC in Rehab
Welcome back to another Fireside Chat, where I bring on two friends to chat about a particular topic. Today Natalee Cifuentes and Pat Ford join me to share their experience of being a person of color in the rehab space. Thank you both for telling your story honestly!
25. Frank Bourgeois: Human Performance Observations from a PhD & D1 Strength Coach
Whew! Y'all might need a pen and paper for this one. Frank brings a lot of wisdom and expertise to this conversation. From getting his PhD in change of direction, to heading up a bridge program for rehabbing athletes, to his current position as the Head of Strength & Conditioning at Nicholls State University, he has a lot of great experience to pull from. Stay tuned until the very end for some
24. Amy Arundale: Reconciling Biomechanics with Motor Learning from Research to Clinic
Y'all are in for a good one! Amy and I talk about the importance of collaborating with your athletes as they are the experts in their sport, as well as defining appropriate "safe to fail" movement boundaries throughout the rehab process. Additionally, we talk about her PhD experience and navigating the ups and downs of confidence after Amy personally experienced a knee injury. Stay tuned until
23. Reana Mulcahy: Resolving Burnout
Reana Mulcahy is a physical therapist who left the profession due to burn out, assuming this would solve the issue. Shortly after, she found herself in the exact same position when pursuing her baking business. She shares why this is and how we need to reorient our beliefs to resolve burnout as healthcare providers. Reana now uses a neurocoaching approach to help women in healthcare overcome bur
22. Mike Reinold: Landing Between "Best" and "Anything Goes" in the Rehab World
Ya'll are in for an episode of quick hitter topics - buckle up! Mike Reinold and I sit down and cover the evolution of his thought process as it relates to the sleeper stretch, the idea of good vs. bad movement, when "red X's" and "green checkmarks" are appropriate, manual therapy and the resource that Instagram has become for people, for better or worse. Enjoy!
21. Jenny LaCross: Advocating for Pelvic Floor PT in Clinic & in Research
Yall are in for a treat! Jenny LaCross is a pelvic floor specialist working on her PhD. She shares her own personal experiences in healthcare as a patient, as well as her reflections on transitioning from clinical care into research. Jenny is my go-to gal for all things evidence-informed pelvic floor rehab. She challenges me to give better care and I hope you walk away from this feeling simila
20. Taylor Flanick: Becoming a Non-Traditional Sports Chiropractor
Hi fam! Meet Taylor Flanick - she currently runs her own sport chiropractic business. She may be a familiar name as she interned with Clinical Athlete back in 2020 and helped run a lot of journal clubs and round tables during the pandemic. Today we chat about her frustrations going through chiropractic school and navigating patient expectations now that she's practicing using a non-traditional
19. F Scott Feil: Creating Additional Streams of Revenue
Welcome back my friends! This conversation got my wheels turning quite a bit! F Scott Feil is a physical therapist, educator, and business coach. He enjoys helping others launch their own side businesses. F Scott gives a lot of great ideas and personal anecdotes on how to create additional streams of revenue for physical therapists. Stay tuned until the end where he shares some great resources
18. Fireside Chat: Women in Sports
This is a special one, friends. Today I chat with two women who I've spent 40 hours/week with for the last 3 years. That's important to know, because these two became built in mentors for me, not just in clinic, but for my career. I've learned so much from them about what it means to take up space as a woman in sports rehab. We talk about our own experience of being a woman in sports medicine,
17. Chris Slocum: Being a Strength Coach in a Rehab World
Today I sit down with Chris Slocum, a strength coach who is passionate about working with rehab athletes. We chat about his role in the return to play process as well as his experience collaborating with other PTs, ATs, and MDs. Enjoy!
16. Sam Oft: Dogma, Professionalism and Real Talk
Pull up a seat, grab a drink and get to know one of my favorite physios, Sam Oft! Sam has a way of bringing out the most authentic version of other people because of her own authenticity. We chat about if we are just trading new dogma for old dogma and what professionalism even means these days. Enjoy!
15. Caitlin Nadolny: Wading Through the Difficult Waters of Assumptions, Social Media & Student-CI Relationships
Guys I'm so pumped for you to meet my good friend and mentor, Caitlin! Her experiences include an orthopedic residency, a sports manual fellowship, transitioning into management, and being a PhD student. She is a wealth of knowledge and a person I go to often when I need to be reminded of what practicing in the middle means. Today we talk about her career path, social media PT, and a growth opp
14. Dylan Carmody: A PT Student's Perspective
Dylan is a current PT student who recently started a conversation in the CALU Plus Community about times we've changed our minds on things, so naturally I had to get him on here. We talk about his attitude toward PT school, education and exercise, and staying to open to learning from all people. I hope you enjoy!
12. Becoming Unstuck with Garrett Burr: Chronic Anterior Hip Pain
Welcome back to another installment of Becoming Unstuck! Today I sit down with Garrett Burr and talk through one of his difficulty cases. The patient is a high school athlete hoping to return to softball and flag football who has had longstanding anterior hip pain. We focus exercise prescription considerations when everything appears to be irritable.
13. Azita Nejaddehghan: Performance Physical Therapy and Vulnerability
You know those people that you just gel with immediately? Those people that you just want to be around? That's how I feel about Azita. She's simply a badass clinician and a beautiful human. Today Azita and I talk about how her experience with the University of Maryland Strength & Conditioning staff shaped her current view of what Performance Physical Therapy means. Azita also shares about the i
11. Dustin Willis: Defining Clinical Excellence
Today I sit down with Dustin Willis, who is as genuine and authentic as they come. We talk about what clinical excellence means, Dustin's takeaways from his residency and fellowship experiences and embracing the soft skills. I hope this gets you thinking, friend.
10. Dr. Lindsey Dietrich: Through the Eyes of an Orthopedic Surgeon
Guys, I cannot say enough kind things about Dr. Dietrich. You'll understand after you listen. That is all.
9. Chris Juneau: Welcoming Uncertainty While Still Building Strong Rapport
Yall, Chris Juneau is just one of those guys that you want in your corner! He is the kind of guy who wants to help move you forward in your own career. I appreciate Chris' viewpoint, because while he has had a breadth of experience, he holds his beliefs loosely. Today we talk about his journey from perfection to uncertainty, injury prevention to risk mitigation and the importance of honoring pa
8. Bobby Jean Lee: Reappraising Her Way Through D1 Athletics
Yall-this episode is packed with goodness! Bobby Jean Lee was one of my CIs back in 2017 and has since turned into a good friend and mentor. My favorite thing about Bobby is how balanced she is in her thinking and how willing she is to question herself. It rubbed off on me big time. Today we chat about her experience through residency, fellowship, and her role as a PT in a Division 1 setting.
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