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Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional

January 14, 2021January 14, 2021 ~ aptacasts

Zach Waltson, PT, DPT, is an avid reader who is continuously learning, seeking to grow and reflect, and ultimately striving be the best clinician and mentor he can be.

In this episode, Zach shares his message to seek out more information, identify bias and limitations when they exist, find mentors, and reflect on experiences whenever possible.

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Cutting-Edge Treatment and Physical Therapy Helps Child Thrive After Severe Brain Damage

January 7, 2021January 7, 2021 ~ aptacasts

Doctors told parents of newborn Eli Starkey that he might never speak or walk. Eli’s parents and PT Anna Howard discuss the cutting edge treatment, physical therapy, faith, and determination that has Eli walking, talking, and playing ball.

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Addressing the Life-Limiting Effects of Eating Disorders Through Physical Therapy

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Building strength and emphasizing healthy movement through physical therapy can be a valuable tool to help people who have eating disorders. It also is a means of improving people’s long-term recovery. https://www.choosept.com/radio/detail/value-of-physical-therapy-in-addressing-life-limit

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When Plans Change: How COVID-19 Changed My Career Journey

December 2, 2020 ~ aptacasts

In this episode, Cameron Massumi, PT, DPT talks about how he reassessed his career goals and journey, how this year forced him to be creative and innovative, and he gives tips for listeners to consider when things don’t go according to your plan.

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A Purposeful Ride – Defining Moment

November 30, 2020November 30, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Many life experiences led to work at a pro bono clinic.

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Advocacy Efforts to Stop the Medicare Payment Cuts

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Listen to this update advocacy efforts to stop the cut, recently introduced legislation, and learn why it is still imperative to continue to take action.

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You Can Be a Military PT

November 10, 2020 ~ aptacasts

In a conversation from his current station in South Korea, Major Eric Walter, PT, DPT talks about how he decided to become a physical therapist in the military, what his day-to-day is like, and why serving as a military PT is different than in the civilian world.

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Benefits of Early Physical Therapy Treatment for Sciatica

November 5, 2020November 5, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Back pain with sciatica— can upset the rhythm and quality of life. The typical wait-and-see approach can prolong pain needlessly. PT and researcher Julie Fritz shares significant findings that suggest it’s time to make changes to typical care.

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Body Image and Physical Therapy -APTA Live

November 4, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Join your host Yusra Iftikhar, PT, DPT, Director of Communications, APTA Student Assembly for a discussion on the topics of body dysmorphia, body image, and physical therapy treatment with guests Krystyna Holland, PT, DPT, and Ivana Salazar Fryer, PTA, BS, RYT

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Speaking Up and Speaking Out Influences Change

November 3, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Learn how you can take action, and why it matters. With PTA Caucus Delegate, Jodi Pfeiffer, chats with Kara Gainer, APTA director of regulatory affairs, and Justin Elliot, APTA vice president of government affairs.

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Grit From the Gridiron – Defining Moment

November 2, 2020November 2, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Physical therapy can help heal emotional wounds, too.

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DEI Discussions: Pathways to Leadership

October 30, 2020October 30, 2020 ~ aptacasts

In this installment in our DEI Discussion series we focus on pathways to leadership. We discuss how to create pathways, how to facilitate them through mentorship, and the ways volunteers can support structures and groups that keep those pathways open into the future.

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Challenges of Licensure by Endorsement for Internationally Educated PTs

October 16, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Becoming a U.S.-licensed PT, for someone who has attained entry-level education internationally is a feat. Learn about these challenges and how you can make a difference.

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Physical Activity’s Role in Pain Avoidance and Management

October 14, 2020October 15, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Three pain experts share how physical therapists can help people of all ages reduce their chances of developing pain, manage the effects of pain, and lead an active, healthful, and full life.

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Working on an Interdisciplinary Team

October 7, 2020 ~ aptacasts

In this episode, Heidi Moyer, PT, DPT, shares what she’s learned through her years working on teams and gives tips for successful team work.

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70+ Adults and a PT Share How To Thrive, Despite Chronic Conditions

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Many older adults feel good but find themselves sitting too much, out of shape, and out of sorts. Senior athletes Learn how it’s never too late to be physically active and feel good.

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Entrepreneurship in Physical Therapy – APTA Live

September 28, 2020September 28, 2020 ~ aptacasts


Join us as we talk to Ashley Johnson, PT, DPT, and Craig Phifer, PT, MHA, about starting a practice and innovative ways to run a business.

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DEI Discussions: Pipelines to PT – APTA Live

September 23, 2020September 23, 2020 ~ aptacasts

The second installment of our DEI Discussions series focuses on the career “pipeline” and equity.

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Better Together – Defining Moment

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 ~ aptacasts

The power of teamwork, dramatically illustrated.

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Overcoming Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Pain Through Physical Therapy

September 17, 2020September 17, 2020 ~ aptacasts

Learn about causes and effects of problems of the pelvic floor muscles, and what women, men, and runners should know, including woment during and after pregnancy.

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  • Maximizing Your Potential as a Professional January 14, 2021
  • Cutting-Edge Treatment and Physical Therapy Helps Child Thrive After Severe Brain Damage January 7, 2021
  • Addressing the Life-Limiting Effects of Eating Disorders Through Physical Therapy December 3, 2020
  • When Plans Change: How COVID-19 Changed My Career Journey December 2, 2020
  • A Purposeful Ride – Defining Moment November 30, 2020
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