Join us as we dive deep into what to expect at the 2024 AAOMPT Conference in Orlando!

Conference chair Derek Clewley shares insider information about the top-notch lineup of speakers, including international experts, and the exciting hands-on workshops available for attendees.

Learn about networking opportunities such as the exhibit hall and Orlando pub crawl, and hear about how first-timers can make the most of their experience.

Whether you’re attending in person or virtually, this episode gives you the full rundown on how AAOMPT 2024 will be a game-changer for physical therapists, manual therapists, and healthcare professionals alike.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:05 Conference Overview and Venue

00:11 Keynote Speakers Lineup

00:16 Hands-On Master Clinician Sessions

00:22 Networking & Social Events

00:27 Virtual Attendance and Tips for First-Timers

Welcome to the world of academic publishing, specifically within the field of physical therapy. Join us as we speak with Dr. Steven George, Editor-in-Chief of PTJ (Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal), to uncover the behind-the-scenes process of journal publishing, the challenges in peer review, and the exciting trends shaping the future of PT research.

00:00 - Introduction to the PTJ and Dr. Steve

03:10 - The Manuscript Submission Process

09:45 - Balancing Timeliness and Quality in Peer Review

16:29 - The Challenges of Managing Editorial Work

24:25 - The Importance of Reviewer Contributions

35:00 - Future Trends in Physical Therapy Research

44:02 - Translating Research into Clinical Practice

47:00 - The Role of Systematic Reviews in Today’s Research Landscape

52:00 - Final Takeaways and Call to Action

Key Points Discussed:

Managing the Submission Process: How manuscripts go from submission to publication, and the intricacies of peer review.

The Future of PT Research: Identifying upcoming trends in physical therapy and rehabilitation research.

Impact of Research on Clinical Practice: How PT research can be quickly translated into clinical application and patient outcomes.

The Role of Reviewers: Why reviewers are crucial to the journal’s success and how to become one.

Systematic Reviews: The challenges of publishing systematic reviews in the current research landscape.

Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or student, this episode provides invaluable insight into the mechanisms behind one of the most respected journals in the PT world.

Special Guest:

Dr. Steven George, Editor-in-Chief, PTJ (Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal)

Understand the complexities of using social media as a healthcare professional. Join us as Dr. Damian Keter, shares expert insights on how to ethically navigate the digital space while maintaining transparency and integrity. Learn how to assess credible sources, avoid misinformation, and build an online presence that benefits both patients and clinicians.

Key Topics:

Navigating biases in social media

Avoiding conflicts of interest in healthcare content

Balancing transparency with personal branding

Social media's impact on patient education and engagement

We dive deep into person-centered care and its significance in modern physical therapy practice. Join host Amy McDevitt with Mark Shepherd, experts in physical therapy education and fellowship training, as they explore how to effectively manage chronic pain through the use of pain phenotyping and the biopsychosocial model. Learn how clinical frameworks and patient communication can revolutionize your approach to pain management and physical therapy treatments.

Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or a student in physical therapy education, this discussion offers valuable insights into how the therapeutic alliance, basic clinical skills, and the understanding of social determinants of health can elevate your patient care.

Tune in to discover how frameworks and a person-first approach can help you navigate the complexities of chronic pain and ensure better patient outcomes.

Key Topics Covered:

• The framework for person-centered care and pain phenotyping.
• Effective communication and integrating patient perspectives.
• Overcoming challenges in chronic pain management.
• Understanding the role of social determinants of health in treatment.
• The importance of mastering basic clinical skills and the therapeutic alliance.

Dr. Laura Wenger (E-mail) is interviewed by Dr. Margaux Lojacono about her recent paper, “Evaluating and characterizing the scope of care for interventions labeled as manual therapy in low back pain trials: A scoping review” which was published in the Physical Therapy Journal in April 2024. This episode will provide clarity on the various uses of the term “manual therapy” and ways in which both researchers and clinicians can be more purposeful when using this terminology. 

Here are two references mentioned in the episode:

1. OMPT: A Modern Definition (Silvernail)
2. Interventions for management of acute and chronic low back pain: Revision (George)

Find out more about the Foundation for Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (FOMPT) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) at the following links:

Foundation website: www.aaompt.org/foundation

Academy website: www.aaompt.org

Twitter: @AAOMPT

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Focus on the Cervical Spine: Evidence and the Provision of Safe and Effective Thrust Techniques

This is a special memorial episode dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Phil Tygiel, a member of the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) and AAOMPT (Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists) communities.

Friends and colleagues of Phil to share their memories, reflections, and insights about his journey, achievements, and the impact he had on the profession and those around him.

They describe Phil as a passionate and inspirational who was deeply involved in mentoring many people along the way as well as Phil's unwavering dedication to the profession, his ability to bring people together, and his positive attitude even during challenging times.

Alex Solomon (E-mail, LinkedIn, Instagram) is interviewed by Dr. Antigone Vesci about his role and experience as president of AAOMPT’s Student Special Interest Group (Instagram, Website). This episode will be interesting for both students and those looking to gain insight on the current student perspective and to learn more about this committee’s work and how to get involved and support them. 

Find out more about the Foundation for Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (FOMPT) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) at the following links:

Foundation website: www.aaompt.org/foundation

Academy website: www.aaompt.org

Twitter: @AAOMPT

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Join us in this insightful episode of the "Hands On / Hands Off" podcast as we dive deep into the world of manual therapy and orthopedics with Dr. Paul Mintken, a renowned professor at Hawaii Pacific University. With over a decade of experience and a robust publication record, Dr. Mintken shares his expertise on patient expectations in manual therapy. We explore the nuances of managing these expectations in clinical practice and the latest research in the field. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or a student eager to learn, this episode offers valuable takeaways for everyone in the physical therapy and orthopedic community.

Key Points Discussed:

Introduction to Dr. Paul Mintken and his extensive background in physical therapy and academia.

The role of patient expectations in manual therapy and their impact on treatment outcomes.

Insights into Dr. Mintken’s research in orthopedics and manual therapy.

The professional journey and collaboration between Amy McDevitt and Paul Mintken.

Special Guest:

Dr. Paul Mintken, Professor at Hawaii Pacific University.

Dr. Chad Cook (E-mail, X, LinkedIn) is interviewed by Dr. Tony Varela discussing his recent publication, “A Narrative Overview of Manual Therapy and Exercise Effects on Inflammatory Cytokines.” The discussion offers empirical and anecdotal analyses of treatment mechanisms for physical therapists.

Here is the article referenced in the interview, “Priorities in updating Training Paradigms in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy: an International Delphi Study”

Find out more about the Foundation for Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (FOMPT) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) at the following links:

Foundation website: www.aaompt.org/foundation

Academy website: www.aaompt.org

Twitter: @AAOMPT

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en