True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast

Curing Quadriceps Tendonapthy in the Strength and Fitness Worlds with Dan Pope

Joining us this week is legendary PT, Dr Dan Pope, DPT, CSCS. Dan educates us on treating recalcitrant quad tendinopathies and speaks to his approach of evaluation and treatment of athletic populations Highlights include Dan’s take on passive modalities, training at both end and mid ranges as well the import of loading the quadriceps!

Mental Health for You and Your Patients with Emily Perrin

Emily Perrin, LMSW is a mental health therapist, mindfulness and performance coach located in the Baltimore, Maryland area. As a former DI soccer player at the University of Virginia and former DI soccer coach at the University of Pennsylvania, Emily knows firsthand the demands and pressures of the elite athlete. Emily combines her expertise and training in Mindfulness to work with athletes through several practices including meditation, breath work and yoga. She believes that in order to enhance an athlete's performance we need to focus on helping the athlete be the healthiest and most efficient human they can be. Through her company, Perrin Wellness and Performance she works with athletes and coaches all over the country including teams at Duke University, the University of Michigan, Villanova University and beyond. Her areas of expertise include working with performance anxiety, enhancing the mind body connection and athlete recovery. But her skill set, expertise and holistic approach to performance enhancement is one that is extremely applicable to not just athletes. The tools and skills she teaches can be used by all, including Sports PTs. In this podcast we discuss what Mindfulness is as well as how we can be using it both as Sports PTs and with our patients. We also cover stress and burnout. Many Sports PTs face both of these and learning how to navigate them can be a difference maker for your overall health and longevity in the profession. We also touch on what challenges the injured athlete is facing and signs that we should be looking for in our athletes in order to refer them to the proper mental health professional.

Treating Elite Athletes with Dr Sharif ”Reef” Tabbah, DPT, CSCS

Dr Shariff Tabbah founder of Atheltix Rehab in South FLA. Dr. Reef has a wealth of experience treating some of the NFL’s best athletes and shares his wisdom on starting a practice and breaking down movement. You will hear him touch on understanding the basics, progressing exercises for the elite and whether or not one can isolate the VMO.

Ask Me Anything! Answering Q’s on Shoulder Evaluations, Sports PT Biz and the Future of True Sports.

Learn the 5 keys to a great shoulder evaluation as well as lessons learned in sports PT entrepreneurship and the future of True Sports. Dr Rosenblatt handles these topics and more in this enthralling episode, sure to make you better at what you do!

A New Grad’s Guide to Sports PT with Julie Burrill

How does a rookie physical therapist get better quicker? How does a young PT stand out from the crowd? What is the ideal work environment for a new sports PT? These questions and many more are covered in today's conversation with Dr Julie Burrill, PT, DPT, CSCS.

Q’s you must ask when interviewing for sports PT positions!

So often BOTH applicants and interviewers are unsure what to ask. Listen to our first solo podcast to hear what to cover in any interview and some behind the scenes information on how to nail the interview process.

Awesome Post-Op Tommy John Rehab with Dr Mike Reinold

Want to know how the GOAT approaches Tommy John rehab? One of the best to ever do it, Mike Reinold takes us behind the curtain of his wizardry and simplifies the process of post op UCL rehab including both a reconstruction and an internal brace repair. Tons of clinical and life pearls abound in this one!

5 Mistakes Sports PTs Make and How to Avoid Them with Dr. Dillon Caswell (theprehabguys)

Use this episode to avoid the biggest mistakes most sports PTs make. Clinical pearls abound in this weeks episode ranging from Yoni's past mistakes, to how Dr. Caswell of the [P]rehab Guys approaches taking an outstanding subjective history. As always wisdom is shared you will not get anywhere else as we help you become a better sports PT! Dillon Caswell PT, DPT, SCS Head of Programs. Dillon is a Sports Physical Therapist, performance coach, and adjunct professor residing in Syracuse, NY whose passion is providing holistic solutions to improve all aspects of human performance. Along with working with clinical athletes across the lifespan, he provides on field coverage for youth and semi-professional teams. After his undergraduate studies at Syracuse University, he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from SUNY Upstate Medical University, where he now serves as an Adjunct Professor. He is the founder and owner of AP3T: Action Potential Performance Physical Therapy practicing wellness, prevention, and solution-based health care. In his free time, he enjoys family dinners, playing with his dog, and competing as a CrossFit athlete. Dillon honors the opportunity to join the [P]rehab guys to influence and educate in a people first system!

How to Build a Personal Brand with Matt Choi

This is Hustle. 
 
Learn how to enhance your own digital presence, how to monetize said presence, and also some gems around endurance and strength training. This conversation is a must for the budding sports physical therapist or the sports rehab vet looking to stand out in the digital landscape!
 
Matt Choi is an expert personal brand creator and influencer. But NOT JUST that! Matt is a former D1 wide receiver and currently an elite endurance athlete completing multiple marathons and Ultra marathons, living his life at breakneck speeds. He hangs with the world's most influential online personalities and is a lifetime learner, marketer, mogul and fitness entrepreneur. Remember: think “AND” not “OR” ENJOY! 
 

Competing and Training in Big Leagues with Gavin Sheets

Ever wonder what it is like to live and train like a big leaguer? Do you want to learn what elite baseball players want from their PTs? Listen and learn how White Sox Outfielder, Gavin Sheets, preps for his seasons, maximizes his potential and even what he learned from Cal Ripken, Jr. Also included is Gavin's advice for outstanding sports PTs and how he has utilized a team approach to his overall health and performance training. You won’t want to miss this one! Listen. Learn. Share.