PT Pintcast - Physical Therapy

In this episode, we'll be diving into Seth Godin's thought-provoking blog post titled "Fear the Rot." As a society, we tend to focus on crises and cataclysms, which dominate our media. However, Godin argues that we should be more concerned about the rot that occurs over time.

Whether it's organizations, reputations, systems, health, investments, or even our teeth, everything decays unless we persistently work to support it. Instead of focusing on the big boom or sudden end, we need to be aware of the slow decay that is happening around us.

Godin points out that even our teeth, which we take for granted, slowly decay over time. For every hockey player who loses a tooth in a game, there are millions of people who have lost teeth due to neglect over time.

So, why is it important to fear the rot? Because it's often the small things that lead to big problems. It's the neglect of small maintenance tasks that lead to the collapse of systems, organizations, and even personal health.

In this episode, we'll explore how we can avoid the rot by paying attention to the small things and doing the necessary work to maintain and improve the things that matter most to us. We'll discuss practical strategies for avoiding rot in our personal and professional lives, and how we can overcome the distractions of crises and cataclysms to focus on what really matters.

Tune in to this episode to learn more about how to fear the rot and take proactive steps to prevent it in your own life.

In this episode of the PTA+, host Katie Sutton sits down with Chris Junkins, co-owner of Dosher Physical Therapy Associates in upstate South Carolina.

As a PTA clinician and ATC/L, Chris works with athletes and tests employees for industry employment. He shares his experiences and insights on becoming a leader in the field, including the barriers he had to overcome and what others can do to break through them.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Chris also shares his love for outdoor adventures, good food, and live music. He opens up about his roots in Georgia and South Carolina and the surprising fact that he roots for the Yankees despite his Southern upbringing.

He also shares some personal insights and fun facts that listeners might not have known about him.

In addition, Chris recommends a book that has had a profound impact on his life and career: "Atlas Shrugged" by Ayn Rand. He also gives a shout-out to seven incredible PTAs he has worked with on the national level, and who have become lifelong friends: David Emerick, Russell Stowers, John Linberger, Debbie Bormann, Juli Robine, Cherie Metz, and Nancy Brox-Koftan, who make up "The Barefoot Gang."

Listeners will come away from this episode inspired by Chris's adventurous spirit and his determination to overcome obstacles and succeed as a leader in his field.

If you’re looking for ways to reach more clients and grow your healthcare or fitness business, Youtube might just be your answer. Meet Joe Orbaczekski, a physical therapist turned Youtube sensation. He provides expert tips on how to succeed on Youtube as a healthcare or fitness professional and take your practice to the next level. 

Episode Takeaways

• What you need to get started on Youtube
• Create multiple mini-assets of yourself
• Understanding your audience/avatar 
• Can you hack the Youtube algorithm 
• Most important aspects to learn/know about Youtube 

Three Questions

1. Who is someone the audience should be watching on Youtube? VIDIQ
2. What should the audience take a look at if they want a deeper dive into Youtube? Think Media on Youtube, Youtube Secrets by Sean Cannell 
3. Why should someone care about getting on Youtube? You have the greatest potential to reach the most people

Parting Shot

“Create time leveraged mini-assets that continue to bring business into your business. Youtube is the place to be.” - Joe Orbaczewski

Connect with Joe!

• Instagram 
• LinkedIn
• Pure Drive Physio & Performance 

Check out Joe’s Youtube and Video Editing Tips

PT Pintcast is brewed by:

ATI Physical Therapy

Good PTs know that it's important to stay up to date on what's happening in the physical therapy profession. With Best Practices developed from over 2.5 million care episodes, the team at ATI Physical Therapy is doing their part to make sure their clinicians are practicing at the top of their game. Paired with their continuing education, professional development opportunities and vibrant clinic culture, ATI is working hard to ensure all clinicians are not only driving the PT industry forward but also going home happier. Check out www.ATIPT.com for more information. 

Jackson Therapy

Providing awesome adventures in patient care for physical therapists who care about where they’re going! Look no further than JacksonTherapy.com

MW Therapy

An EMR is to a Physical Therapist as a Hammer is to a Carpenter. You deserve to LOVE USING IT!

It’s time for something better. It’s time for something customizable. That’s where MWTherapy comes in, take a demo of their amazing EMR now at MWTherapy.com where switching your EMR is easy!

Physiotec

Improve patient outcomes. Improve clinic revenue. Get started with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring with Physiotec.ca. 

Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning 

The Brooks Institute of Higher Learning is a world class organization on the cutting edge of evidence-informed practice and professional development for rehabilitation professionals. Learn more at BrooksIHL.org. 

FIRST ROUND 

Owens Recovery Science

Your single course for clinicians who want certification in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Training and the equipment YOU Need to apply it properly In your clinical practice. Find out where you can get certified NEXT at www.owensrecoveryscience.com.

PARTING SHOT

The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The leaders in orthopedic PT are the academy OF orthopedic PT, orthoPT.org now with Current concepts of Orthopedic PT 5th edition.

Jimmy and Tony Maritato In the interview, Jimmy and Tony discuss various side hustles that physical therapists can explore to potentially earn an additional $10,000 per month. They emphasize the importance of leveraging one's specialized knowledge and targeting specific niches. Some of the ideas mentioned include creating and selling digital products like courses, eBooks, or PDFs; offering consulting or coaching services to PTs, clinics, or other businesses; developing a niche blog, podcast, or YouTube channel to educate and entertain while monetizing through ads, sponsorships, or affiliate marketing; and providing concierge or "come to me" PT services for personalized care.

Additionally, they mention the concept of intrapreneurship, where physical therapists can upsell services to their current employers by identifying problems in the system and proposing solutions to improve the bottom line. This approach can lead to success and help them branch out into other businesses or opportunities. Overall, the interview emphasizes the importance of focusing on the audience, understanding their problems, and offering valuable solutions that align with the therapist's interests and expertise.

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Host: Jimmy McKay, PT, DPT

Jimmy is the Director of Communications for Mount Sinai Hospital in the Division of Rehabilitation and Human Performance and the Abilities Research Center (ARC). 

He has a degree in Physical Therapy from Marymount University and a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from St. Bonaventure University.

Jimmy was a rock radio DJ for 15 years, most recently as Program Director & Afternoon Drive host for 97.9X (WBSX-FM).

He has presented at State and National Conferences. Was appointed as a trustee for the Foundation for Physical Therapy research and was the captain of the victorious team in the Oxford Debate at the 2019 NEXT Conference.

Favorite beer: Sloop Brewing – Juice Bomb IPA

Tara Tobias owns a cash-based neurologic physical therapy practice called Rehab HQ. She developed a Youtube Channel as a second business providing online tools to help people regain their mobility and independence. Her channel has over 100K subscribers with over 9 million views. 

Episode Takeaways

• The benefits of “the system” on your clinical skills and your time with patients 
• Join Facebook groups related to conditions you treat
• Be the person who has the answer to a person’s questions
• Create video content for patient treatment and education 
• If you are interested in creating online content, the biggest goal is to create, post and keep the post live, do not delete
• Embarrassment is the biggest motivator  

Three Questions

1. Who is someone the audience should learn more about? Miles Beckler, Marques Brownlee 
2. What is something the audience should do to begin their own side hustle practice? Post a video of your patient education when it is fresh in your head. You communicate with your patients, you can communicate to an audience 
3. Why should physical therapists and physical therapist assistants care about creating content? There are people who may be losing trust in the health system and people are now online. Be the voice of their finding. 

Parting Shot

“Don’t complain. Reframe.” - Tara Tobias 

Connect with Tara!

• Twitter
• Instagram
• Website
• Youtube 

PT Pintcast is brewed by:

ATI Physical Therapy

Good PTs know that it's important to stay up to date on what's happening in the physical therapy profession. With Best Practices developed from over 2.5 million care episodes, the team at ATI Physical Therapy is doing their part to make sure their clinicians are practicing at the top of their game. Paired with their continuing education, professional development opportunities and vibrant clinic culture, ATI is working hard to ensure all clinicians are not only driving the PT industry forward but also going home happier. Check out www.ATIPT.com for more information. 

Jackson Therapy

Providing awesome adventures in patient care for physical therapists who care about where they’re going! Look no further than JacksonTherapy.com

MW Therapy

An EMR is to a Physical Therapist as a Hammer is to a Carpenter. You deserve to LOVE USING IT!

It’s time for something better. It’s time for something customizable. That’s where MWTherapy comes in, take a demo of their amazing EMR now at MWTherapy.com where switching your EMR is easy!

Physiotec

Improve patient outcomes. Improve clinic revenue. Get started with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring with Physiotec.ca. 

Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning 

The Brooks Institute of Higher Learning is a world class organization on the cutting edge of evidence-informed practice and professional development for rehabilitation professionals. Learn more at BrooksIHL.org. 

FIRST ROUND 

Owens Recovery Science

Your single course for clinicians who want certification in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Training and the equipment YOU Need to apply it properly In your clinical practice. Find out where you can get certified NEXT at www.owensrecoveryscience.com.

PARTING SHOT

The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The leaders in orthopedic PT are the academy OF orthopedic PT, orthoPT.org now with Current concepts of Orthopedic PT 5th edition.

Jimmy recounts his remarkable career metamorphosis.

From his beginnings as a rock radio broadcaster to his pursuit of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, and ultimately discovering his true passion as a podcast host and expert science communicator.

Uncover how Jimmy's love for storytelling and his commitment to demystifying complex scientific ideas led to the creation of a thriving podcast that educates, captivates and motivates.

Join us in unraveling the various stages of Jimmy's career and gain invaluable insights about chasing your dreams and making a positive impact on the world.

Bailey Lanser is the physical therapist and athletic trainer for the Wisconsin Badgers. She completed her Sports Residency at the Cleveland Clinic developing a passion for interprofessional collaborative care and building genuine relationships with treating athletes. She is here to discuss how to quantify athlete load across different levels of care. 

Episode Takeaways

• Quantifying load across different levels of care such as team coaches, strength coaches, physical therapy and athletic training 
• Different communication models and strategies between all parties 
• Using high tech approaches to monitor load in athletes
• Determining the primary load for each stages 

Three Questions 

1. Who would your NIL Deal brand be with? Chick-Fil-A
2. What is great practice music? 2007-2017 hits on Spotify 
3. What advice would you give to aspiring DPT students to work at the collegiate sport level? The greatest experience with working with others outside of physical therapy. 

Parting Shot

“Work with the people around you. People in long term rehab have load coming at them from all different angles. Communicate with the people that you work with. Try to find a way to quantify things and standardize them.” - Bailey Lanser 

Connect with Bailey!

• Twitter 

PT Pintcast is brewed by:

ATI Physical Therapy

Good PTs know that it's important to stay up to date on what's happening in the physical therapy profession. With Best Practices developed from over 2.5 million care episodes, the team at ATI Physical Therapy is doing their part to make sure their clinicians are practicing at the top of their game. Paired with their continuing education, professional development opportunities and vibrant clinic culture, ATI is working hard to ensure all clinicians are not only driving the PT industry forward but also going home happier. Check out www.ATIPT.com for more information. 

Jackson Therapy

Providing awesome adventures in patient care for physical therapists who care about where they’re going! Look no further than JacksonTherapy.com

MW Therapy

An EMR is to a Physical Therapist as a Hammer is to a Carpenter. You deserve to LOVE USING IT!

It’s time for something better. It’s time for something customizable. That’s where MWTherapy comes in, take a demo of their amazing EMR now at MWTherapy.com where switching your EMR is easy!

Physiotec

Improve patient outcomes. Improve clinic revenue. Get started with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring with Physiotec.ca. 

Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning 

The Brooks Institute of Higher Learning is a world class organization on the cutting edge of evidence-informed practice and professional development for rehabilitation professionals. Learn more at BrooksIHL.org. 

FIRST ROUND 

Owens Recovery Science

Your single course for clinicians who want certification in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Training and the equipment YOU Need to apply it properly In your clinical practice. Find out where you can get certified NEXT at www.owensrecoveryscience.com.

PARTING SHOT

The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The leaders in orthopedic PT are the academy OF orthopedic PT, orthoPT.org now with Current concepts of Orthopedic PT 5th edition.

David Meyer is a physical therapist and former MLB rehabilitation and medical coordinator. He is the author of his book Injured to Elite and host of the Beyond Zero Podcast. He has developed a mental approach to rehabilitation raising awareness to the mental side after injury. 

Episode Takeaways

• Pick your title that represents you, your work and your passion
• The philosophy of Ikigai and living your purpose 
• Use an online digital space to create an additional source of revenue 
• You are allowed to help people that are outside of your lane 
• Align your message to who you are reaching
• The Four Levels of Value 

Look into becoming a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) 

Check out his book Injured to Elite and the Injured to Elite Academy 

If you want to apply to a sports position, check out TeamWorks.com

Parting Shot

“You have something unique about you. You are not just a physical therapist. If you have an inkling to do something, go and do it.” - David Meyer

Connect with David!

• Twitter
• Instagram
• Website

PT Pintcast is brewed by:

ATI Physical Therapy

Good PTs know that it's important to stay up to date on what's happening in the physical therapy profession. With Best Practices developed from over 2.5 million care episodes, the team at ATI Physical Therapy is doing their part to make sure their clinicians are practicing at the top of their game. Paired with their continuing education, professional development opportunities and vibrant clinic culture, ATI is working hard to ensure all clinicians are not only driving the PT industry forward but also going home happier. Check out www.ATIPT.com for more information. 

Jackson Therapy

Providing awesome adventures in patient care for physical therapists who care about where they’re going! Look no further than JacksonTherapy.com

MW Therapy

An EMR is to a Physical Therapist as a Hammer is to a Carpenter. You deserve to LOVE USING IT!

It’s time for something better. It’s time for something customizable. That’s where MWTherapy comes in, take a demo of their amazing EMR now at MWTherapy.com where switching your EMR is easy!

Physiotec

Improve patient outcomes. Improve clinic revenue. Get started with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring with Physiotec.ca. 

Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning 

The Brooks Institute of Higher Learning is a world class organization on the cutting edge of evidence-informed practice and professional development for rehabilitation professionals. Learn more at BrooksIHL.org. 

FIRST ROUND 

Owens Recovery Science

Your single course for clinicians who want certification in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Training and the equipment YOU Need to apply it properly In your clinical practice. Find out where you can get certified NEXT at www.owensrecoveryscience.com.

PARTING SHOT

The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The leaders in orthopedic PT are the academy OF orthopedic PT, orthoPT.org now with Current concepts of Orthopedic PT 5th edition.

ATI Physical Therapy

Good PTs know that it's important to stay up to date on what's happening in their profession.

With best practices from over 2.5 million care episodes, the team at ATI Physical Therapy is doing its part to make sure their clinicians are practicing at the top of their game.

ATI is working hard to ensure their clinicians are driving the PT profession forward and going home happier.

www.ATIPT.com 

Jackson Therapy

Providing awesome adventures in patient care for physical therapists who care about where they’re going! Look no further than JacksonTherapy.com

MW Therapy

An EMR is to a Physical Therapist as a Hammer is to a Carpenter. You deserve to LOVE USING IT!

It’s time for something better. It’s time for something customizable. That’s where MWTherapy comes in, take a demo of their amazing EMR now at MWTherapy.com where switching your EMR is easy!

Physiotec

Improve patient outcomes. Improve clinic revenue. Get started with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring with Physiotec.ca. 

Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning 

The Brooks Institute of Higher Learning is a world-class organization on the cutting edge of evidence-informed practice and professional development for rehabilitation professionals. Learn more at BrooksIHL.org. 

FIRST ROUND 

Owens Recovery Science

Your single course for clinicians who want certification in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Training and the equipment YOU Need to apply it properly In your clinical practice. Find out where you can get certified NEXT at www.owensrecoveryscience.com.

PARTING SHOT

The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The leaders in orthopedic PT are the academy OF Orthopedic PT, orthoPT.org now with Current concepts of Orthopedic PT 5th edition.

Marlowe Banatao is a physical therapist who continued his training earning a board-certificate in orthopedics and becoming a fellow in manual therapy. He now teaches and mentors with the residency program at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California. He is here to discuss all topics related to professional development, residency, fellowship, and wine! 

Episode Takeaways

• The application process and acceptance process when applying to residency and fellowship
• Experiences going through an orthopaedic residency program and a manual therapy fellowship
• The pros/cons of choosing residency/fellowship right after school
• What type of PT you become after training 

Parting Shot

“Always strive for excellence in what you want to do in the physical therapy profession.” - Marlowe Banatao 

Connect with Marlowe!

• Twitter
• Instagram

Additional Resources:

• American Board of Physical Therapy Residency & Fellowship Training
• 2020 Physical Therapist Residency and Fellowship Education Programs Fact Sheet
• Residency Education in Every Town: Is it Just So Simple?

PT Pintcast is brewed by:

Practice Freedom U

For PT Owners who want to Treat Less, Earn More, and create the business you’ve always dreamed of. Take the Practice Quiz now to see where you stack up. Visit practicefreedomu.com.

Jackson Therapy

Providing awesome adventures in patient care for physical therapists who care about where they’re going! Look no further than JacksonTherapy.com

MW Therapy

An EMR is to a Physical Therapist as a Hammer is to a Carpenter. You deserve to LOVE USING IT!

It’s time for something better. It’s time for something customizable. That’s where MWTherapy comes in, take a demo of their amazing EMR now at MWTherapy.com where switching your EMR is easy!

Physiotec

Improve patient outcomes. Improve clinic revenue. Get started with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring with Physiotec.ca. 

Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning 

The Brooks Institute of Higher Learning is a world class organization on the cutting edge of evidence-informed practice and professional development for rehabilitation professionals. Learn more at BrooksIHL.org. 

FIRST ROUND 

Owens Recovery Science

Your single course for clinicians who want certification in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Training and the equipment YOU Need to apply it properly In your clinical practice. Find out where you can get certified NEXT at www.owensrecoveryscience.com.

PARTING SHOT

The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

The leaders in orthopedic PT are the academy OF orthopedic PT, orthoPT.org now with Current concepts of Orthopedic PT 5th edition.