Today on the podcast, Dan is joined by John Kline, PT, DPT, CSCS, FAFS and Brian Schulte, CSCS, FAFS along with our special guest, Dave Tiberio, PT, FAFS, Professor Emeritus from the University of Connecticut and the Dean of the Gray Institute! Together, the four discuss how understanding the proprioceptors can be beneficial in our application of rehab principles by creating more resources for the body!

Dan and Bekah are joined by world-renowned PT, ATC and Strength Coach, Sue Falsone. Sue is the founder of the education company, Structure and Function, and the three discuss her company and approach to education. She will also be a featured speaker at The Huddle, April 5th and 6th, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ! The Huddle

Dan and Bekah are joined on the podcast with Dr. Charles Peterson and Dr. Gary Waslewski. The four discuss the evolution of sports medicine and how collaboration of care is crucial for the success of your athlete. Dr. Waslewski and Dr. Peterson will be speaking at The Huddle Sports Medicine Conference April 5 and 6 in Phoenix, AZ! www.spoonerpt.com/thehuddle

We are celebrating our 100th episode with a special guest! Dan is joined on the podcast today by Bekah Hibbert and Charleston De La Cruz to discuss the role of the strength/performance coach in the athlete's network. Charleson will be a highlighted speaker at The Huddle 2024, April 4th and 5th in Phoenix, Arizona!

The last podcast of 2023! John Kline and Ashley Schallett join Dan to discuss a clinical case about a patient with a total knee replacement. The three talk about different stages with range of motion, prognosis, and intervention ideas. Stay tuned for future episodes with clinical case discussions.

In the fall of 2022, the International Conference for Concussion in Sport, released updated guidelines for management of post-concussive athletes. On today's podcast, Dan and Bekah are joined by two experts, Dr Glynnis Zieman, MD and Dr. Tamara Mcleod, PhD, ATC. Together, they share information on the updated guidelines as well as additional resources. Dr. Zieman and Dr. Mcleod will also be speaking at The Huddle, April 5th and 6th, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ!

Every athlete will go through the same transition...stay tuned to hear what that is! Dan and Bekah are joined on the podcast by Maddie Mclean, from Victory Sports Counseling. Together, they discuss the management of transition times for athletes!

We all encounter the difficult conversation of having to tell a runner to stop running. During this podcast, Paul and Dan are joined by Kayleigh Orozco to discuss the biomechanical causes of Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, aka Shin Splints, as well as different management strategies.

When emotions are high...intelligence is low!  This is an episode you do not want to miss! Dan and Paul are joined on the podcast with Jamey Schrier. Jamey is the owner of Practice Freedom U.  The three discuss communication skills and steps to take control of your emotions when tensions run high. Communication is a skill that we as physical therapists MUST develop, just like our clinical skills.

The popular and MOST listened-to, Google PT series, RETURNS! Dan is joined on the podcast with John Kline and Andrew Walquist to compare the current literature with the commonly found Google PT exercises! Be prepared to join the paradigm shift when treating individuals with Adhesive Capsulitis.  See the links below for access to the articles discussed! References: Comparison of Treatments for Frozen Shoulder Effectiveness of Proprioceptive Training and Conventional Physical Therapy in Treating Adhesive Capsulitis Effects of Different Types of Contraction Exercises on Shoulder Function and Muscle Strength in Patients with Adhesive Capsulitis

Helping patients achieve movement abundance! Dan is joined by Javier Miller-Estrada on today's podcast to discuss movement literacy and creating this concept in not just athletes, but all patients! Javier, is the co-owner of Ignite Performance in Chandler, AZ.

Dan is joined by two new guests, Peter Gorman, PT, DPT and Kimberly Wolf-King, PT, DPT to discuss navigating post-op ACL and insurance regulations! The three discussion a variety of topics with the resounding theme being excellent communication!

For the first time ever, we have a question from a listener and we will discuss his question! Stay tuned to hear Paul Gagliano, Dan Miriovsky and Sara Gagliano discuss the question surrounding validating the value of physical therapy!

On the podcast today, Dr. Stacey Dault joins  Paul, Dan, and Sara to discuss the benefits of resistance training for pubescent athletes including female athletes. Resistance training is not only Olympic weight training and bulk training but also utilizing bands, body weight, and/or adding to body weight.

Joining us today on the podcast is Dr. Stacey Dault. Dr. Dault is a Sports Medicine physician and is welcomed to the pod by Paul, Dan, Bekah, and Sara. The group discusses the importance of movement literacy and plyometric training in pre-pubescent athletes. The discussion is guided by an article from the American Academy of Pediatrics published in 2020!

Did you miss out on The Huddle 2023? Well, this recap will inspire you to jump on the bandwagon and join us in 2024! However, if you need to hear the content ASAP, you can purchase a virtual option and hear in greater depth the high points that Paul, Dan, and Bekah discuss on this podcast. www.spoonerpt.com/thehuddle

Only 9% of research in sports medicine is dedicated to female athletes.   Paul and Dan are once again joined by Bekah Hibbert and Keisuke Kanno to discuss strategies to connect with your female athletes and extrapolate the current research to help your patients achieve.  To learn more about the female athlete, please join us at The Huddle, in Phoenix AZ, March 10 and 11!

As we get closer to The Huddle 2023, Dan, Paul, and Bekah discuss a common and frequent sports injury, ankle sprains. Patrick Mahomes just suffered an acute ankle sprain and thus we felt it appropriate to discuss our treatment strategies to address this common injury! At The Huddle 2023, attendees will learn additional strategies to what you hear on the podcast today, so join us March 10-11, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ!

You guessed it, another Huddle speaker spotlight, as Dan and Bekah are joined by Dr. Chuck Peterson, MD today. The three discuss interesting patient cases including collaboration with other providers. Dr. Peterson also discusses cutting-edge procedures to assist with carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger! Dr. Peterson will be a featured speaker again at The Huddle on March 10 and 11, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Another Huddle speaker spotlight, as Dan and Bekah are joined by Dr. Melody Hrubes, MD today. The three discuss the Professional Performer and the demands to keep these athletes on the stage! Dr. Hrubes will be a featured speaker again at The Huddle on March 10 and 11, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ. Below is the link to the sports science discussed in today's episode! https://www.espnfrontrow.com/2016/11/espn-sport-science-takes-disneys-lion-king-lab/