The Health and Fitness Connector Podcast

On this episode, Kelly and Kiki are joined by orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Eric Rightmire of Plymouth Bay Orthopedic and Associates. He takes a deep dive into the anatomy of the anterior cruciate ligament, better known as the ACL located in the knee joint. He discusses how it can tear, surgical or non surgical expectations, timeline of recovery and what to expect along the journey of a person who has torn their ACL. Dr. Rightmire has over 20 years of experience reconstructing ACL's, and is excited about the future of where ACL reconstruction is going and figuring out how to decrease the likelihood of a tear happening and utilizing the best evidence for the person in front of him.

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On this episode we have the pleasure of having Carly Fauth on the show. She is the founder of Fit Fun Carly, where she helps people maintain an active lifestyle that works for them. Carly shares tips on creating a fitness routine that fits into your busy schedule and finding the motivation to stick to it. Discover the importance of self-care and learn practical strategies to stay on track with your wellness goals. Tune in for Carly's expertise on staying active and healthy.

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On this episode, Kelly has a conversation with orthopedic surgeon Dr. John Haskoor, to discuss all things related to shoulder replacement surgeries.

Dr. Haskoor will provide insight on who is a good candidate for a shoulder replacement, and what the procedure entails. He will also explain the different types of shoulder replacement surgeries, and the benefits and drawbacks of each one.

In addition, Dr. Haskoor will discuss the effectiveness of shoulder replacements, including the recovery process, and the long-term outcomes for patients. He will also provide some tips on how to prepare for surgery, and what patients can expect during their recovery period.

Finally, Dr. Haskoor will give listeners a glimpse into what it's like to be his patient, describing his approach to patient care, his philosophy on communication, and what sets him apart from other orthopedic surgeons.

Whether you're someone considering a shoulder replacement, or just interested in learning more about this surgical procedure, you won't want to miss this informative and engaging conversation with Dr. John Haskoor.

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Have you or someone you know been experiencing long lasting pain and no matter what you try, nothing seems to be helping? Are there other alternatives that may be a solution? On this episode we have Dr. Fadi Farah of Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth - Anesthesia who utilizes interventional pain management strategies to help people live with less pain and fulfill the things that are important to them. He discusses the different types of nerve blocks, how pain is experienced, what an appointment with him looks like and much more!

If you would like to contact Dr. Farah, you can call his office at 508-830-2870 or visit the BIDC Plymouth Website to learn more about Dr. Farah and how he could potentially help you.

Have you ever seen the letters D.O. after a medical providers name and have no idea what it means? Dr. David Norton of Boston Sports and Biologics practices osteopathic medicine and explains how he decided to become a physician, what the differences are between a M.D. and D.O., who should seek out a D.O. and much more!

Tune in to this episode to learn more about Dr. Norton and what can be providied at Boston Sports and Biologics!

The short answer is yes, there is bias present everywhere. The real question is how can patients and providers be better about recognizing their own biases and making the health care experience better? Jessica Ellis Wilson of PMAL Consulting and Watermelon Alligator Theatre Company takes listeners through a deep dive about the biases present in healthcare and how you as a patient can advocate for yourself or a loved one.

Practical Management and Leadership Consulting

Watermelon Alligator Theatre Company

Implicit Bias Test

Why address bias in healthcare

Have questions on how to communicate with youth athletes after a tough game? On this episode we have Steve Cockram, founder of Athletic Mindset on the show. He discusses how to navigate those tough conversations, the importance of ensuring that the athletes are still having fun and much more. 

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Angela Gentile, founder of the Sweat Remix wellness brand, motivates you to start and sustain physical exercise, guides you towards greater self awareness, and provides keeping it real life coaching. With a variety of online fitness classes and her signature #ZenRageHeal process, she and Sweat Remix provide folks with an intentional approach to fitness with sustainable results. Her life coaching sessions and Inner Compass course deliver a full mind, body and spirit transformation to help folks be the badass they were meant to be in just 12 weeks. 

With an undergraduate degree in English from Fairfield University and a graduate degree in Educational Leadership from Western Governors University, she traded in her decade long public school teaching career to launch a business helping folks change their body, mindset and life through movement, meditation and mental health coaching. If you’ve been stuck and feel ready to move and grow, this trailblazer creates opportunities for folks to live strong, authentic and EPIC lives.

Want to learn more about Angela and the Sweat Remix? Visit her website to see what else she can offer you.

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Dr. Carolyn Saluti is the owner of Saluti Sports Medicine, where she wears all the hats and provides comprehensive care of common injuries for youth athletes. She has known that she wanted to work in pediatrics for a long time and used that passion to combine the worlds of sports medicine and pediatrics to provide the ultimate experience for her patients. On this episode she discusses the decision to open Saluti Sports Medicine, what makes her practice different, and provides some context to the question of whether kids should specialize in sports. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Saluti and how she can help you.

Want to find out more about Saluti Sports Medicine? Visit the website to learn more about what Dr. Saluti can help you with!

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When you start a business, you usually have a big idea, a business plan, and possibly a mentor to help guide you. Kelly had 1/3 and the rest she learned on the fly. What she did have was an amazing support system, a strong vision and ready to embrace the good and the bad times.  Without Kelly, there is no  PTU in the Bridgewater community and now Buzzard's Bay.  Tune in to hear more about her journey through business ownership, her why and what she hopes you will experience when you set foot in the PTU world.