The Optimove Podcast: Providing Solutions For Optimal Human Movement

Dr. Jeffrey Guild discusses muscle soreness after exercise and how it is a normal response to working out. He explains that delayed onset muscle soreness is expected within 12 to 72 hours after a workout and is a positive part of muscle development. Dr. Guild cautions against overdoing it, especially for older individuals, and suggests ways to alleviate muscle soreness such as stretching and reduc...

Dr. Jeffrey Guild emphasizes the importance of working on hip strength and not neglecting the rehabilitation process after joint replacement surgery. He explains that many patients struggle with joint replacement challenges, and it is crucial to seek help and not give up on their desired outcomes. Dr. Guild offers practical advice for those who are experiencing difficulties after joint replacement...

I would like to provide you with some valuable information regarding the complexity of diagnosing and treating positional vertigo. It is important to seek out a specialist who has experience in treating this condition, as it can be challenging to diagnose and treat. Treatment may involve repositioning maneuvers and multiple sessions, and it is crucial for patients to follow their specialist's...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jeffrey Guild discusses the issue of dizziness and vertigo in younger individuals, the various diagnoses that can cause these symptoms, and the importance of seeking proper diagnosis and treatment from specialists. He highlights the central balance system called the vestibular system, which controls our balance, and explains positional vertigo, a common vestibular diso...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jeffrey Guild discusses common reasons why aging loved ones may have difficulty standing up from a chair. He explains that mechanical issues, fear of falling, and the chair itself can all affect a person's ability to stand up properly. Dr. Guild emphasizes the importance of strengthening the quadriceps, glutes, and back muscles and suggests simple exercises like st...

In today's episode, Dr. Guild shares his background and what inspired him to pursue this field of study.    He also shares what he saw was missing in typical physical therapy practice and why he was compelled to operate differently when he opened his business.    His team is empowered to provide optimal care and take the time needed to help their clients with their health goals...

Welcome back to The Optimove Podcast. In today's episode, we talk to Dr. Jeffrey Guild about his motivation to start Optimove Physical Therapy. We also discuss vertigo and dizziness and concerns about taking care of the elderly in our society. I hope you enjoy it! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: https://podcast...

Welcome back to The Optimove Podcast. Today's episode is a reading of a great article from our blog. If you enjoy this episode, you can see many other articles like it by going to https://www. OptimoveDFW.com/blog The article I'm reading today is titled 'A Very Simple Way To Prevent Common Injuries From Exercising. Missing This Tip Could Set You Back For Months!' I hope you enjoy it! Some links yo...

In this episode we replay Imana Cordova sharing her story of working with us to get regain her independence. She's back to doing yoga, confidently walking up the stairs unaided by railing, and sleeping however she wants to! I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: htt...

This episode is a replay of one of our first episodes ever. I love this episode because it covers who we are and why we do this podcast, but more importantly it covers some really foundational information about Parkinson's, including why 'Big & Loud' is not a full solution for Parkinson's (and what to do instead), and SO MUCH MORE. We hope you enjoy the episode. Some links you might find usefu...

Therapist Peter Langlois talk about the secret to solving foot pain and knee pain, and why those things aren't typically caused by what you think. You'll also hear him talk about arthritis, the kinetic chain, plantar-fasciitis, and so much more. We call Peter the "joint whisperer" around here, and you'll soon understand why. His knowledge in this field is unbelievable. The way he thinks about thes...

In this episode Dr. Stefani Crowley from mPower Physical Therapy joins us to talk about the problems with our healthcare system, why x-ray imaging should only be done when absolutely necessary, how to regain your independence, and SO MUCH MORE! I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did! Some links you might find useful: Stefani's Website: https://www.mpower-pt.com Sign up to get these e...

Today’s episode is a part 2 to the episode we did about multiple sclerosis. You’ll learn from Dr. Guild about what someone with MS can do and how they can move forward with their journey towards independence. I hope you enjoy this episode! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: https://podcast.optimovedfw.com/ 'The Op...

In this replay of one of our most popular episodes, Dr. Guild talks about common arthritis myths, what causes arthritis, and the best way to approach treating it! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: https://podcast.optimovedfw.com/ 'The Optimove Podcast' (All platforms): https://anchor.fm/optimove Our Website: http...

In this episode, Dr. Guild talks about common arthritis myths, what causes arthritis, and the best way to approach treating it! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: https://podcast.optimovedfw.com/ 'The Optimove Podcast' (All platforms): https://anchor.fm/optimove Our Website: https://OptimoveDFW.com 'Optimove' Face...

Today we’re going to talk about multiple sclerosis. MS is complex, misunderstood, and varied incredibly from one individual to another, and so there was a lot of ground to cover. We’ve split the episode into two parts. Part 1 today will cover challenges people with MS face, possible solutions, and more. We’ll see you right back here next week with part 2. Thanks for listening! Some links you might...

Last week we talked about predicting injuries well in advance by observing the way somebody moves. We also talked about common problems that both younger and older adults face. In today’s episode we’re going over solutions to those problems. I hope you enjoy it! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: https://podcast.o...

In this episode Dr. Guild tells us about spotting injuries that seem fatalistic but really are not. They can be spotted months and even years or decades in advance by observing the way the person moves at a basic level. He also calls on his expertise from when he used to be a certified strength and conditioning specialist before becoming a physical therapist to tell us about how we can improve the...

Today’s episode is an interview with Jeffrey Guild on how a mobile practice got started and how it addresses the frustrations people are facing currently in healthcare.  We hope you enjoy it! Some links you might find useful: Sign up to get these episodes delivered to your email inbox as soon as they come out: https://podcast.optimovedfw.com/ 'The Optimove Podcast' (All platforms): https://an...

On this episode Jeffrey Guild sits down again with the 'Joint Whisperer' Peter Langlois and it's a fun episode. They pull back the curtains and talk about the behind-the-scenes part of Mobile Physical Therapy. This includes things like the importance of working with clients to create an individualized plan for them as opposed to a one-size-fits-all kind of approach which doesn't work nearly as wel...

In today’s episode the team sits down in a roundtable and discusses the biggest takeaways from a multi-day virtual event at the Advanced Vestibular Conference, hosted by the team at The University of Pittsburgh. This is a course that happens only once every two years and provides the leading information for vestibular specialists and cutting edge information and research. The event featured some o...

Today's episode is a actually a replay of our most popular podcast to date. Since first releasing it, the feedback has been overwhelming. Lots of people found it tremendously helpful, including our clients. They said that after listening to this episode they had a better understanding of why it was important to do the things they were doing to get better, and so they were able to execute on our pl...

In today’s episode, you’ll hear a word which you might not know, but it’s incredibly important in dealing with any dizziness, balance, or falling problems. That word is 'proprioception'. Proprioception refers to our understanding of where different parts of our body are in space. The key point to look out for is that proprioceptive problems go undiagnosed ALL THE TIME, and they cause balance probl...

In today's episode, Dr. Guild and Anmar talk about strength training in a little more depth than last time. This involves topics like the different types of strength training, the different types of hypertrophy, is it better to use free weights or machines, are single-joint or multi-joint exercises better, delayed onset muscle-soreness, and so much more. They even debunk one of the most popular my...

In this episode, our very own Diana Huynh joins us to discuss yoga and stretching as a solution to many of the problems and stresses we face in our everyday lives. The key takeaway is that though improvements to mindfulness are often associated with yoga, that is just one of the many benefits. Yoga can also be used to decrease the risk of falling, improve posture and flexibility, and improve breat...