PT Rebels Podcast

The PT Rebels podcast features Joanne Pung, PT, owner of Manual Physical Therapy in Bradenton, Florida, who has developed a unique method for treating patients with chronic pain. Drawing from her own personal experience with her daughter's birth injury and cerebral palsy, Pung discusses her departure from traditional physical therapy techniques in favor of a more patient-centric, communicative, an...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD sits down with Brad Conder, DPT, OCS from Focus Physical Therapy in Louisville, Kentucky. They discuss Brad's practice and his specialization in chronic pain patients. They also talk about the challenges in treating chronic pain and the strategies Brad uses in his clinic. The episode also touches on the cash-based model of Brad's clin...

In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD sits down with Danny Shapiro, the owner and physical therapist at Project Physical Therapy in New York. Danny speaks about his journey, from being a professional ballroom dancer to becoming a physical therapist. He emphasizes his philosophy towards individual treatment and the benefits of the cash-based model he uses, allowing him ful...

In this episode of The PT Rebels Podcast, Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD dives deep into the topic of innovations in physical therapy with Dr. Zuzana Rogers, PT, ScD, SCS. She discusses how strength plays a vital role in any individual looking to overcome challenges both from an injury and a prevention standpoint. Through engaging anecdotes and expert insights, Dr. Gina and Dr. Zuzana provide a valuable pe...

In this episode, we catch up with Dr. Jaime Mor, PT, DPT, ATC, and discuss managing the in-season athlete. From working with NFL athletes to high school field hockey players, similar principles are used to optimize recovery and athletic performance. We also break down how we approach professional athletes dealing with a variety of functional deficits and suggest management strategies for these ath...

On today's episode, Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD shares a few stories from her career where patients advocated for themselves resulting in the best treatment possible. Many times initial consultations from doctors may not reveal the whole truth when it comes to an injury or a diagnosis of a problem. A second opinion is always a great option to confirm a finding and also provide a possible alternative sol...

In this episode, we talk about client experience. From the initial consultation through recovery, there are steps that we take to ensure the best possible experience. Throughout the show, we share helpful points for anyone engaging a physical therapist, no matter where they may be in life. We also discuss unique client experiences and what sets Fick Physical Therapy and Sports Performance apart. F...

In this episode, we sit down with my good friend Kelcey Finn, MS, CSCS, who has worked as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist for many years now in a variety of sports performance settings. We highlight the importance of strength and conditioning training for active adults and athletes of all ages, as well as the importance of the collaborative relationship between strength and conditioning spe...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jaime Mor, PT, DPT, ATC and owner of Rehabletics in Cherry Hill, NJ. Jaime and I dive into some of the hottest topic surrounding sports physical therapy! We discuss what you should look for in a sports physical therapist and some of the key ways that you can work to mitigate injury risk and optimize your athletic performance! For more information about Fick PT...

With her background as a 3-time Colorado state pole vault champion, D1 athlete at University of Kansas, and now, soon to be a physical therapist with a background in sports psychology, Andrea Willis brings a unique perspective and look into the challenges that athletes face and how physical therapists can help these athletes work through those challenges. For more information about Fick PT and Per...

On this episode of the PT Rebels podcast, we talk all things out of network physical therapy options. From insurance to treatment there are a lot of unknowns when choosing to go out of network, and we break down the critical components of a good physical therapy clinic for you. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date wi...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we break down the specifics between sports physical therapy and general outpatient physical therapy. During the episode, we talk about what sets Fick Physical Therapy and Sports Performance apart from other physical therapy options out there. Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD also does a deep dive on how to build relationships and trust with patients no matter their b...

On today's episode, we talk with Zuzana Rogers, a board-certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy based in Alaska. We talk about both of our journeys from graduating from our Physical Therapy programs to establishing our careers. During the conversation, we also dive into unique experiences that we have both encountered throughout our lives! For more information on Zuzana and how to...

On today's episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk about all things Bone Stress Injuries from injury identification to recovery steps. Listen in to learn about some ways we help athletes stay in peak shape and return to activities safely and effectively. Also, learn about factors holding you back from the best performance possible no matter who you are. For more information about Fick PT and Per...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk about everything Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). While training it is hard to diagnose without knowing the correct signs to look for as an athlete. Recovering from RED-S is another unique case where expertise is needed and we cover all of that and more during the show! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our websit...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk about all things overtraining. From getting back into season to continuing training we talk about some of the most common forms of overtraining. Diving into some of the essential recovery techniques after identifying overtraining, we also talk about how parents can contribute to their child's success. For more information about Fick PT and Performa...

In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we discuss some of the highlights from our trip to Oregon. During this episode, we also cover some of the stand-out athletes we witnessed who competed in events throughout the weekend. I also share some points that have become more aware of over the past year! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we recap our fantastic trip to Oregon! From the events to the venue, we discussed what it looked like and what it took to support our athlete Carmen Graves. Through the trip personal records were set and memories made! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: I...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk all things cold therapy and plunging. A popular form of recovery that has taken the world by storm has actually been a common form of recovery studied by physical therapists for decades. We break down studies on cold immersion therapy and when it is the apt time to add such a tool into your recovery routine. For more information about Fick PT and P...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk all things sports psychology with Brooke Ewert. Through the episode, we cover everything from recovering from life-altering events in an athlete's career to building strong bonds with mentors and coaches along a sports journey. For more information on Brooke and how to get in contact visit https://rockymountainsportscounselingcenter.com/ . For more...

On this episode of the PT Rebels podcast, we talk about all things ACL return to sport. From exercises and methods during training to timelines for a safe a practical return to sport. Listen to this episode to learn about the practice of recovering from an ACL injury! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our pra...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we sit down with Taylor Whitfield, a collegiate cross-country runner. During the episode Taylor shares her journey, from finding running as a sport to having to recover from a significant injury. We also talk about some of the unique pieces of technology that we have in our clinic that have allowed Taylor to recover more confidently and train for the next...

On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we explore my brackground in physical therapy and how I got to opening my own clinic. We also dive into some of the unique experiences I have encountered throughout my career and how I build on top of them every day. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Ins...

In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we explore the reasons why we are starting this channel. We cover some of the topics that will be explored, as well as the motivation behind the podcast. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance LinkedIn...