My Name is Adam, and I’m a Physical Therapist

Answering the Questions: What kind of shoes should we be using?  Why does adding more weight sometimes feel better than less weight in lifting exercises?  Why does exercise sometimes help us feel better?

Today, I’m talking to Kat Bakay about her journey as a physical therapist and becoming a cash pay business owner…and being successful at it!  You can find her at https://bendnstretch.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@bendnstretchpt.  Oh, and we also fix orthopedics in one discussion!  Listen for more…

Meredith Castin, PT, DPT runs The Non-Clinical PT, a career development platform for PT/OT/SLP professionals seeking alternative careers. Join TNCPT's free Facebook group, where 35,000+ rehab clinicians discuss non-clinical careers in a positive and supportive manner.-Facebook Group (Non-Clinical Networking for Rehab Professionals): https://www.facebook.com/groups/NonClinicalNetworkingForRehabProfessionals/
-Site: https://thenonclinicalpt.com/
-Non-Clinical 101:https://thenonclinicalpt.com/non-clinical-101/

You can connect with Brandy on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/brandydpt.  See how she can support you in your healthcare quality journey here: www.definingpointcc.com

Answering the question: How should someone with a planned surgery (say an ACL replacement) plan for effective rehab? What kind of provider should they look for? How do you know it’s going well (or not)? What should you do if it’s not going well? Etc.

Tanner Welsch is a PT transitioning towards a world of financial independence and supporting fellow rehab professionals who think a little outside the box.  You can find him at https://rehabrebels.org/.

Answering the question: What are your top / favorite myths that patients brought to you as preconceived notions that you had to debunk?

Answering the questions: Why didn't you go out on your own to create your own PT office that could thrive by making changes in the way it works and operates?  Second question, with many of us having the ability to work from home and have more flexible schedules what are some best-in-class ways for us laypeople to stay fit, avoid injury, or just be more healthy?

Answering the question: Why is it more often less strenuous to keep moving versus standing still?

Trevor Hopkins is a PT who is trying to carve out a niche for himself in leadership and specialization.  He's also a podcaster himself.  Check out his podcast here: https://pttrevorhopkins.podbean.com/