Live Better Longer

Across the United States, FOX Rehabilitation works with older adult patients—65 years and older. In addition, we have many younger clinicians on our team who are still in their 20s and 30s. With this generational bouillabaisse in mind, we thought contacting popular music writer, author, and historian Joel Freimark would be a good idea. Here’s the premise of this week’s episode: Any older adult turning 65 this year would have been born in 1959, and it’s no secret that most teenagers come of age musically and discover their favorite artists, songs, and albums around the age of 16. With that formula in mind, anyone born in 1959 would have been 16 years old in 1975. (Are you with us so far?) Today, Joel’s job is to give clinicians some extra conversation fodder with their patients, by diving headfirst into 1975, revealing its best music stories, albums, and songs. So, the next time any PT, OT, or SLP sees a certain Peter Frampton album in a patient’s vinyl collection, they’ll know exactly why it’s there!

In this week's episode of FOX Rehabilitation's Live Better Longer podcast, we dive deep into the journey of managing student loans, from the moment that first payment becomes a reality to the last check you write. We’ll explore strategies—whether you’re just starting school or have already graduated—for paying off student loans efficiently. Our guest, Lanie Hefferly, MS, OTR/L, shares her personal experience: When did student debt become a concern? How did they approach repayment, and what tactics did they use? Did they consult with experts or follow any well-known advice? Along the way, Lanie learned valuable lessons, made adjustments, and ultimately found a path to financial freedom. If you’re looking for practical advice on tackling student loans, this episode is for you!

FOX is proud to offer a Student Loan Repayment Program for eligible clinicians. Learn more about the program and see if you qualify today.

On Season 6 of FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast, Joe Nocera, PT, DPT, LSVT, dropped by to discuss the importance of healthcare professionals prioritizing their mental health. This time around—coinciding with World Vegan Day—Joe talks about the health benefits of adopting an all-vegan diet. Joe explains how he got into veganism, his go-to meals, the accessibility of certain foods, and what changes he noticed in his overall well-being. Joe also gives tips for someone just starting their vegan journey and the best practices to develop healthy routines. As Joe pointed out on his last visit to the podcast, clinicians are experts when taking care of their patients and should think similarly when considering their own health.

On this week’s episode of FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast episode, we delve into the emotional and practical challenges a family goes through when first discovering that a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia. Julie Brown, OTR/L, BCG, who experienced the impact of dementia firsthand when her mother was diagnosed, shares invaluable insights. She discusses mental and practical preparation strategies, offers advice on guiding families through the early stages, explains the importance of occupational, physical, and speech therapy, and shares what to do—and avoid—when caring for a loved one with dementia. Tune in for expert guidance and heartfelt advice that can make a profound difference in navigating this challenging experience.

Get ready for an electrifying episode of FOX Rehabilitation's Live Better Longer podcast! This week, we’re thrilled to welcome the iconic Sparkle Lee, a trailblazer in the world of boxing. From her beginnings as a passionate professional wrestling fan to becoming a groundbreaking boxing referee in the 1980s, Sparkle’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Discover how she broke down barriers for women in the boxing world and achieved remarkable milestones, including her induction into the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame and New York State Hall of Fame. Plus, discover what led her to join the senior dance team, The Pacemakers, and how she continues to inspire with her dance moves. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation with a true legend!

Join us on FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast this week as we dive into the transformative world of Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) with Kim Chandler, PT. Discover Kim's journey from first using RTM to seeing the profound benefits it offers older adult patients. Kim will share insights on how RTM enhances physical therapy, the technology involved, and the positive reactions from patients and their families. Whether you're curious about the latest healthcare technology or eager to understand RTM's impact, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in for an enlightening conversation that bridges innovation with compassionate care.

To kick off Physical Therapy Month, this week on FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast we chat with Becky Dobson, PT, DPT, who traveled to Switzerland this past summer to compete in the Ball Hockey World Championship for the United States of America. As a two-time silver medalist, Becky hoped that her third trip to the tournament would result in striking gold with her teammates. In our conversation with Becky, we discover how she balances being a physical therapist and a world-class athlete. We also dig into her origin story and learn how she became interested in being both a clinician and a hockey player. Did Becky help the USA bring home the gold medal this time around? You are going to have to listen to find out!

On this week’s FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast episode, we welcome Jenny Tuccitto, MPT, GCS, Director of Innovation and Communications for LSVT Global and LSVT BIG Clinical Expert. Jenny talks about the history of LSVT and its two distinct certification programs, LOUD and BIG. Jenny takes us through her clinical background, her experience using LSVT BIG certified training with patients, and how she ended up working with LSVT. Jenny explains the importance of intensity and amplitude when working with patients with Parkinson’s disease and reminds physical and occupational therapists that LSVT is hosting a virtual certification on October 25 and 26, 2024. For more information go to lsvtglobal.com.

It’s back to school week for us on FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast, as we check in with Thomas Jefferson University sophomore, Laniyah Emile, who is FOX Rehabilitation’s first STEP-UP scholarship recipient. Every summer in Philadelphia, Thomas Jefferson University hosts the STEP-UP Program, which is a comprehensive summer enrichment program for students who come from backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in medicine and are economically disadvantaged. Furthermore, applicants are made up of students who intend to apply to graduate school to pursue physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, or athletic training. The program helps students become competitive applicants to graduate school and provides a clearer understanding of the expectations and roles of both graduate students and professionals in rehabilitation science fields. Thomas Jefferson later expanded the program by designating STEP-UP for undergraduate students and creating the REACH program for rising juniors and seniors in high school, serving those who wish to explore careers in exercise science, physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, and speech-language pathology.

In our season finale of FOX Rehabilitaion's Live Better Longer podcast, we chat with FOX’s Virtual Care Specialist, Chantal Peraggine, MC, CCC-SLP, CBIS, CDP about the emergence of telehealth. Out of necessity, telehealth got on the radar of patients and clinicians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Having to be more tech-savvy and accustomed to communicating on virtual calls, more people have embraced telehealth in recent years. Chantal explains why it has had major success in the world speech-language pathology and the many benefits it creates for clinicians, patients, and caregivers. Chantal also breaks down why telehealth isn’t a replacement for in-person house calls, but a great tool to add to a patients’ plan of care.