One of the benefits of working as a physical therapist is the opportunity to work in a variety of settings. Traditionally, most physical therapists work out of a physical therapy clinic. Today’s guest makes a difference in the lives of his clients at a cutting-edge strength and conditioning gym. Kelly Starrett , DPT, owner and [...]
Physical Therapy Gym Embraces a Movement First Philosophy [ 15:53 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadPhysical therapy and pediatric cancer are not commonly associated together. However, much of the research done by today’s expert makes a case for utilizing physical therapy during and after pediatric cancer treatment. Kirsten Ness, PT, PhD is an Associate Member of the St. Jude Children’s Hospital Faculty joins us today to discuss the benefits physical [...]
Exercise is an essential component of health and wellness. However, medical limitations, excess weight and other conditions often keep some individuals from getting the exercise they need. To address the fitness needs of medically compromised patients, one physical therapist combined his private physical therapy practice with a medically oriented gym (MOG). Russ Certo, PT and [...]
Could Your Practice Benefit from Adding a Medically Oriented Gym? [ 15:19 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadYears before the devastating earthquake hit Haiti, one physical therapist had already brought physical therapy services to the country. Greg Bennett, PT, DSc, MS, owner of Excel Rehabilitation and medical mission coordinator for orthopedic and rehabilitation services for the Community Coalition for Haiti, shares details about providing physical therapy services to Haitians in this week’s [...]
