Hands On Hands Off: Manual Therapy & Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AAOMPT)

Dr. Elaine Lonnemann, President of AAOMPT, and Dr. Stanley Paris, one of the Founders and Past Presidents of IFOMPT, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming special meeting in August 2021 to vote on an IFOMPT constitutional change, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the Inter...

Dr. Julia Treleaven of the University of Queensland and Performance Rehab is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding an IFOMPT Webinar from June 2021 titled, “The role of the musculoskeletal physiotherapist in the management of post-concussion symptoms.”

Dr. Louie Puentedura is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming special meeting in August 2021 to vote on an IFOMPT constitutional change, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapists.

Dr. Chris Showalter, Director of ACOMPTE, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming IFOMPT special meeting in August 2021 to vote on a motion put forward by the IFOMPT Executive Committee, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physica...

Dr. Caitlin McArthur of the School of Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University and both Bone Fit™ and interRAI is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from Physical Therapy Reviews titled, “What do we know about spinal manual therapy for people with osteoporosis? A narrative review.”

Dr. Haideh Plock, AAOMPT’s IFOMPT Delegate, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming IFOMPT special meeting in August 2021 to vote on a motion put forward by the IFOMPT Executive Committee, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physi...

Dr. Lauren Cornwell of OrthoNeuro is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in physical therapists attributable to manual therapy.”

Dr. Sean Riley of Sacred Heart University is interviewed by Dhinu Jayaseelan regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy (JMMT) titled, “Should low-quality evidence dominate high-level evidence? A systematic review and meta-analysis of systematic reviews of musculoskeletal physical therapy interventions.”

Sarah Sturman of the Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies titled, “Is there a dose response relationship between soft tissue manual therapy and clinical outcomes in

Dr. Evan Petersen and Dr. Stephanie Thurmond of the University of the Incarnate Word and Bowling Green State University, respectively, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about a presentation they gave at the 2020 AAOMPT Conference. The title of the presentation was, “Systematic Clinical Reasoning: From Novice to Expert in No Time.”

Dr. Matthew Daugherty of the University of St. Augustine, Department of Physical Therapy is interviewed by Antigone Vesci regarding a presentation he gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “That's not my brand, is It? How to market your OMPT in 2020.”

Dr. Christina Myers of the South College School of Physical Therapy and Upstream Rehab Institute’s Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency, OMPT Fellowship, and continuing education programs, Dr. Lindsey Hughey of drivePT and the South College School of Physical Therapy, and Dr. Glenn Thompson of Upstream Rehab Institute are interviewed by Becca Catlin regarding a presentation she gave at the 2020...

Dr. Bryan Pickens of the Army-Baylor University Doctoral Fellowship in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy is interviewed by Antigone Vesci regarding a presentation he gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “Coaching, Mentoring, and Sponsoring: Professional Development in Physical Therapy Practice & Education.”

Dr. Kimberly Durant of Leadbetter Rehab is interviewed by Becca Catlin regarding a presentation she gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “Bridging the Gap Between Pelvic Health and Orthopedic Physical Therapy.”

Dr. Mary Beth Geiser of the Aurora Sport Health/Sports Medicine Institute and the Physical Therapy Department, Marquette University is interviewed by Dhinu Jayaseelan regarding a presentation she gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “So, You’re Interested in Academia? A roadmap to prepare OMPTs in their transition.”

Dr. Eric Chaconas of the Bellin College DScPT Program is interviewed by Dhinu Jayaseelan regarding a presentation he gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “Modern management of the stiff and painful shoulder.”

Dr. Emily Slaven of the Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis is interviewed by Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a presentation she gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “Are we at the table? Maximizing collaborations to impact the care of those with

Dr. Bradley Myers of the Campbell University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is interviewed by Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a presentation he gave at the 2020 Virtual AAOMPT Conference titled, “Evaluating research is > p-values alone: a clinician’s guide to interpreting statistical influence.”

Dr. Laura Fisher of Michigan Medicine Specialty Clinic and the Michigan Medicine Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency program is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation she gave at the 2020 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Multi‐modal Approach in the Treatment of the Hypermobile Patient.”

Dr. Steven Kinney of Indiana University Health is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation he gave at the 2020 AAOMPT Conference titled, “A Breath of Fresh Air: Manual Therapy for Dyspnea.”

Dr. Orna Fennelly, previously a guest during Episode 39, of the National University of Ireland, Galway and formerly of University College Dublin is interviewed by Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a publication titled, “Advanced musculoskeletal physiotherapy practice: Informing education curricula.”

Dr. Justin Losciale of the University of British Columbia, Department of Physical Therapy is interviewed by Becca Catlin regarding a publication from the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy titled, “The Association Between Passing Return-to-Sport Criteria and Second Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk: A Systematic Review With Meta-analysis.”

Dr. Breanna Reynolds of South College is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy titled, “Effectiveness of cervical spine high velocity low amplitude thrust added to behavioral education, soft tissue mobilization, and exercise in individuals with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) with myalgia: A randomized clinical trial....

Dr. April Brown of Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport is interviewed by Dhinu Jayaseelan regarding a publication from the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy titled, “Osteosarcoma in a Man Referred for Lumbar Radiculopathy.”

Dr. Megan Donaldson, the AAOMPT Conference Committee Chairperson, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming 2020 AAOMPT Conference.