Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Podcast

Host Maureen Clancy PT, DPT, OCS is joined by Helena Esmonde PT, DPT, NCS and Sara Oxborough PT in a discussion regarding recent updates regarding Vestibular Migraine and Meniere's Disease. They delve into the prevalence, physiology, differential diagnosis, and treatment strategies for both disorders. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is apart of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy, neu...

Host Puneet Dhaliwal, PT, DPT, NCS is joined by Drs. Anne K. Galgon, PT, MPT, PhD and Andrew E. Littman, PT, PhD. Drs. Anne Galgon and Andrew Littmann are a part of task force that published"A Survey of Entry-Level Physical Therapy Education Content for Vestibular Rehabilitation". Task Force constituted of the following individuals: Galgon, Anne K. PT, MPT, PhD; Roberts, Holly J. PT, PhD; Littmann...

Moving Forward Task Force member Heather Hayes speaks with current neurologic physical therapy resident, Kayley Stock and Assistant Professor and Residency Program Coordinator, Rebecca Bliss from the University of Missouri. They discuss what it means to be a neurologic physical therapy resident promoting change and how to have the necessary but challenging conversations of bringing evidence into c...

In this episode, Katy talks with Dr. Andrew Guccione and Dr. Andrew Pechstein about their article published in the April 2023 issue of JNPT entitled “Walking Endurance and Oxygen Uptake on Kinetics in Individuals with Parkinson Disease Following Overground Locomotor Training.” “Dr. G” and Dr. Pechstein discuss cardiorespiratory aspects of locomotor training and how bioenergetic factors play a role...

In this episode, host Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT is joined by Michelle Sawtelle, PT, PhD. Dr. Sawtelle currently serves on the Stroke SIG leadership board. This interview discusses why the sit to stand task is an important clinical indicator in the stroke population, the findings of Dr. Sawtelle's research, and how we can translate findings from this article into clinical practice. The article "Glu...

Ryan Knight, Herb Karpatkin and Jenny Lotter (members of the Moving Forward Task Force) have recommended content to help you get the most out of CSM 2023. They highlight talks that we know are going to make you Think Again and help you to elevate your practice, the profession and your patient outcomes. Check out this short, information-packed podcast!

In this bonus episode of 4D, we talk with Herb Karpatkin, a DD SIG officer who serves on the Nominating Committee, about one of the DD SIG’s newest features, the clinician locator map. Host and DD SIG chair Rebecca Martin talks with Dr. Karpatkin about his recent initiative to improve and simplify access to physical therapists who specialize in degenerative neurologic diseases. Learn more about ho...

In this episode of 4D, hosts Parm Padgett and Ken Vinacco give us the inside scoop on the degenerative disease representation in the 2023 CSM line up. Hear clips/sneak peeks from several of the speakers about their upcoming presentations. With so many must-see talks, you’re going to want to listen in to get a head start on planning your time at CSM! The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group...

Join Kristen Cezat and Casey Kandilakis as they discuss this year’s content and events for CSM 2023 in San Diego, CA February 23-25.  Learn about neurology and spinal cord injury content that you won’t want to miss as well as opportunities to meet the SCI SIG leadership at various events to see what the SIG is all about! SCI-SIG-Guide-to-CSM-2023Download

In this bonus episode, physical therapy students, Emily Buggeln and Colleen Noonan interview Daniel Corcos on resistance training for persons with Parkinson Disease. This interview was organized by the knowledge translation task force for the clinical practice guideline for the physical therapist management of people with Parkinson disease. For more resources, check out their webpage at https://ww...

In this episode we interview Robert “Bob” Melia! Bob sustained a Complete Spinal cord injury at level C6 at age 19. He shares so much valuable insight on his journey from initial injury to leading the happy and successful life he does today. Bob is the Spinal Cord Injury Network Coordinator for Orlando Health , president of the Greater Orlando sci network which is a chapter of the untied spinal co...

Tune in for the latest SCI CHATs Episode! Join us for one episode of many where we interview a client living post spinal cord injury! Geneva shares many experiences, stories, and wisdom to improve clinicians’ understanding of patient perspectives while providing insightful tips for those currently sharing her experience of living with a spinal cord injury.

Description: In this episode, Lauren Snowden talks to educator Gail Jensen about what it means to be a master adaptive learner and have a strong community of practice. Gail also discusses challenges to education, particularly clinical education and provides us with some ideas to carry forward and think about as we continue to evolve and elevate our practice. Check out this exciting conversation wi...

In this episode of the Balance & Falls Special Interest Group Podcast, Host Marissa Lyon speaks with J.J. Mowder-Tinney. Dr. Mowder-Tinney was awarded the Best Poster Presenter at the ANPT Annual Conference in October 2022, with a poster titled "Effectiveness of Implementing a Single Session of Perturbation Training in the Clinical with Chronic Stroke." Drs. Lyon and Mowder-Tinney discuss the insp...

In this episode of 4D, we talk with Dr. Colin Grove about his recent ANPT poster presentation from the International Conference for Vestibular Rehabilitation entitled “People Living with Advanced Multiple Sclerosis Demonstrate Unique Strategies to Compensate for Vestibular-Ocular Reflex Deficits”. Host Chris Burke talks with Colin about what constitutes gaze stability, and how the vestibular-ocula...

In this episode, host Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT is joined by Nancy Salbach, PT, PhD to discuss Dr. Salbach's article, "Assessment of Walking Speed and Distance Post-Stroke Increases after Providing a Theory-Based Toolkit", published in the JNPT. The JNPT is a partner on this episode. Resources on the measurement of gait speed and distance can be found here: 10 Meter Walk Test: https://www.neuropt....

Conversation with the leaders of the Balance & Falls SIG, Debbie Espy (Chair), Jen Nash (Chair-elect), Laura Jacobs (Nominating committee), Nate Casey (Secretary), and Michele Collins (Vice chair). Show Notes: Interested in elected learship positions in the ANPT? https://neuropt.org/join/election-information Other Balance and Falls SIGs in the APTA, mentioned in the podcast as part of the tri-alli...

Hallie Zeleznik, co-chair of the Moving Forward Task Force, talks with Cali Carlson about how to support changes in the clinic. Cali helps us to consider the practical and financial ramification of changing practice and moving forward. We think you will enjoy hearing from her and hope that this podcast sparks conversations in your clinic! The Moving Forward Task Force is part of the Academy ofNeur...

In this episode of 4D, Parm talks with Dr. Alexis Drutchas and Dr. Jaclyn Shameklis about creating open conversations with patients who have illnesses that can have drastic and lasting impacts on their lives. We discuss the Serious Illness Conversation Guide, and how it can be applied in a physical therapy setting, especially for patients with degenerative diseases. They build a case that having t...

In this episode of 4D, we talk with Dr. Nora Fritz about her expansive research in the field of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) rehabilitation. Dr. Fritz talks with host Katy McGraw about her research on the relationship between backward walking velocity and falls, and the effects of cerebellar involvement on the motor and cognitive function in people with MS. Tune in to learn more about what PTs can be a...

Host Puja Agarwal PT, DPT, MHA is joined by Dr. Regan Harrell, PT, DPT, NCS, a current PhD student in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburg to discuss Vestibular Agnosia. Dr. Harrell's research interests include the use of technology to improve the diagnosis and treatment of vestibular disorders and dizziness, and balance disorder manifestations in the traumatic brain injury popul...

In this episode of 4D, we talk with Dr. Debbie Backus from the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA and Dr. Laura Rice from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign about their abundance of research in fall risk and fall prevention for wheelchair users with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Host Chris Burke talks with our guests about what risk factors clinicians should be on the lookout for, what outcome mea...

Get to know the SCI SIG leadership: We talk with ANPT SCI SIG leadership to hear a little bit about their background, why they love treating clients with SCI, and why they chose to join the SCI SIG leadership team!  Thank you for listening to this interview brought you by the Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group. Formore information on this SIG and ANPT visit www.neuropt.org.

Listen to these exciting episodes as Hallie Zeleznik, PT, DPT, Co-Chair of the Moving Forward Task Force, talks to Chad Cook, PT, PhD, MBA, FAPTA about how PTs are using evidence, how to best use evidence and the bias of evidence. Dr. Cook is Director of Clinical Facilitation Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery; Director, Duke Center of Excellence in Manual and Manipulative Therapy; Profes...

Listen to these exciting episodes as Hallie Zeleznik, PT, DPT, Co-Chair of the Moving Forward Task Force, talks to Chad Cook, PT, PhD, MBA, FAPTA about how PTs are using evidence, how to best use evidence and the bias of evidence. Dr. Cook is Director of Clinical Facilitation Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery; Director, Duke Center of Excellence in Manual and Manipulative Therapy; Profes...