Dustin Hardwick PT, DPT, PhD

The Movement PhD

Health EN ↓ 28 episodes

Dr. Dustin Hardwick, PT, DPT, PhD, brings decades of movement science expertise to every episode, translating complex biomechanics and motor control research into clear, actionable insights. Each week, we’ll unpack the science of human movement, from joint mechanics to exercise analysis, combining cutting-edge research with real-world case studies.

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Dustin Hardwick PT, DPT, PhD

Episodes

Introduction to the Gait Cycle: Phases, Descriptors, and Periods 08.09.2025 20:36

Welcome to The Movement PhD! This is Season 1, Episode 2: The Gait Cycle. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Hardwick (PhD in Movement Science, Physical Therapist) breaks down one of the most fundamental patterns of human movement: walking. You’ll learn the phases, key spatial and temporal descriptors, and the periods of the gait cycle. We’ll also translate between Traditional and Rancho Los Amigos termi...

Introduction to Movement: Foundational Concepts, Convex-concave rule, Arthrokinematics, Forces and Levers 01.09.2025 36:55

Welcome to The Movement PhD!This is Season 1, Episode 1: Introduction to the Movement SystemIn this episode, Dr. Dustin Hardwick (PhD in Movement Science, Physical Therapist) lays the foundation for understanding how the body organizes and produces movement. Whether you’re a physical therapy student, clinician, rehab professional, personal trainer, or simply curious about biomechanics, this episod...

Welcome to The Movement PhD Podcast 01.09.2025 1:28

Dr. Dustin Hardwick, PT, PhD, brings decades of movement science expertise to every episode, translating complex biomechanics and motor control research into clear, actionable insights . Here’s what you can expect here at The Movement PhD: In-Depth Exploration of Movement: Each week, we’ll unpack the science of human movement, from joint mechanics to exercise analysis, combining cutting-edge resea...