The NeuFit Undercurrent Podcast

In this episode, Garrett welcomes Phillip Parker, OTR/L, and founder of Omni Rehabilitation in Harlingen, Texas and recent winner of the Neubie Grant Program. Phillip shares his journey from paramedic to occupational therapist and the drive that led him to return to his hometown to provide elite care in a place he calls a “therapy desert.” His passion for bringing high-quality rehab to the Rio Grande Valley, where advanced care options are limited, offers valuable insights for practitioners and patients alike. We discuss:

• Challenges and gaps in healthcare for rural and underserved communities

• Phillip’s unique approach to bringing big-city therapy quality to smaller markets

• The NeuFit Grant Program and the impact of the Neubie on patient outcomes, especially with the high incidence of stroke patients in the community he serves

• How a competitive mindset can drive excellence in healthcare

Phillip’s commitment to providing cutting-edge care to his community is an inspiring story of dedication, vision, and resilience. Tune in to hear how he’s transforming lives and raising the bar for therapy in South Texas!

In this episode we explore a “holistic physical therapy” model. Dr. Jessica Tranchina of Generator Athlete Lab walks us through her approach of blending traditional PT with fitness and cutting-edge recovery tools like sauna, contrast baths, and compression therapy to accelerate results and add an entire recovery, optimal health, and longevity service line to her practice. We discuss:

• Dr. Jess’s journey from solo PT practice to creating the Generator Athlete Lab

• The specific Generator protocol, which combines sauna, contrast, compression, and more to enhance recovery and optimize health

• The value of biometric data from various wearable devices

• How she’s growing her business in the local market

Whether you’re a PT, athlete, or recovery enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights to help you elevate recovery and performance. Hear why Dr. Jess’s approach is part of the future of physical therapy!

Joining us for the second time is Jason Waz, the first physical therapist to integrate the Neubie device into a PT private practice back in 2017. Since then, he has transformed his clinic, scaling beyond day-to-day operations to the point where he now coaches other practice owners on how to achieve similar success. In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Jason's experience introducing this game-changing device, which revolutionized his approach to patient care.

• How focusing on strategy allowed Jason to transition from clinician to business leader, improving clinic efficiency and profitability.

• The value of complementary technology, like HRV measurement that provides immediate feedback on the success of treatments.

• The strategic partnership in which NeuFit has invested to provide access to Jason’s MVP Coaching Program, allowing PT practice owners to receive business implementation training that complements their clinical training on the Neubie. 

Jason’s story highlights the power of innovation, technology, and the right coaching to take a clinic from good to great. Ready to follow in his footsteps?

This is another episode where we get to share other, complementary technologies that are working well in the field. My guest, Dr. Scott Dickenson, is the physical therapist who created NecksLevel. His journey began with frustration, when he realized there weren’t any good ways to reliably load neck exercises during rehabilitation. After lots of thought and many iterations, he finally launched his product and company. In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What NecksLevel is and how it allows clinicians to reliably load neck rehabilitation exercises;

• Scott’s entrepreneurial journey and how he transitioned out of the clinic to lead his company; 

• How his product ended up becoming one of Patrick Mahomes’ go-to products and made an appearance on the Netflix documentary, Quarterbacks. 

If you’ve ever been frustrated by the limitations of current neck rehab tools or are just curious about innovative therapies, this episode offers valuable insights from a clinician-turned-inventor who’s changing the game.

In this episode, I sit down with Carolyn Barnwell, a documentary filmmaker turned Stress Resilience Coach, who has dedicated herself to helping people process trauma through body-based approaches. After witnessing profound trauma in her career, Carolyn turned to Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises (T.R.E.), a method she’s been using for 18 years to reset the nervous system by inducing natural tremors. Carolyn shares the science behind 'neurogenic tremors' and how they help humans and other mammals release the effects of stress and trauma.

You’ll learn:

• Why stress and trauma are stored in the body and why traditional talk therapy may not be enough

• How tremoring works neurologically to help the body process stress and trauma

• The strategic use of T.R.E. to induce tremors and promote healing

• How T.R.E. has helped people struggling with PTSD, chronic pain, and other challenges

• Carolyn’s personal journey from documentary filmmaker to Stress Resilience Coach

Join us to explore how the body’s natural mechanisms can promote healing and resilience, and discover how Carolyn is helping others ‘Shake Away Stress’ in her powerful work.

In this episode, Bert Massey and I dive deep into the strategies for using the Neubie to enhance sensory-motor competencies across all populations—whether you're recovering from an injury, training athletes, or improving general fitness. 

You’ll learn:

• How to apply the principles of Postural Restoration Institute (P.R.I.) in training

• Specific Neubie pad placements for enhancing movement in each plane of motion

• How to approach injuries, general fitness, and athletic performance

• The crucial role of the ribs in efficient movement

• And more…

These practical insights and actionable techniques can transform your approach to training, no matter where you or your clients are on their fitness journey.

Dr. Pat Davidson joins us to discuss the fine details of exercise science and how to effectively implement these concepts into training routine. Dr. Davidson offers a masterclass in classifying exercises and using that information to optimize workouts, providing listeners with actionable strategies to improve fitness outcomes. This episode is packed with valuable information that can help you train smarter and more effectively. We cover:

• Dr. Pat’s “7 Pillar” system for categorizing all possible exercises

• How exercise selection can be as precise as a physician prescribing medication, and the ways Dr. Pat’s system allows us to choose the right “medicine” every single time

• How breathing is a microcosm of whole body movement and the ways we can use breathing to affect movement everywhere else

• Reducing subjectivity in evaluating movement by using objective standards

• How to approach working with general populations, athletic populations, and special populations

If you want to understand movement at a deeper level, this episode is for you!

You can learn more about Dr. Pat Davidson on Instagram @dr.patdavidson. And you can view the “Grand Unified Theory” paper he mentions at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26725372/

Are you curious about the applications of remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) in a physical therapy practice? If so, this episode with Steven Coen, co-founder of SaRa Health, will answer all your questions. 

Steven shares his journey from a frustrated patient to a healthcare innovator, detailing how RTM bridges the gap between clinic visits, enhancing patient engagement and outcomes. Learn how this innovative platform not only improves patient care but also boosts clinic efficiency and revenue through smart automation and real-time data insights. We’ll cover:

• Co-Founder Steven Coen’s entrepreneurial origin story

• What ‘Remote Therapeutic Monitoring’ (“RTM”) is

• How RTM can help nurture relationships with patients, improve outcomes, and add to clinic revenue

• The SaRa Health platform and how it adds automation and intelligence to the RTM process

Tune in to discover how RTM is benefiting many practices and get some ideas for ways to increase your own patient engagement. And if you’re interested in SaRa Health, please visit sarahealth.com to learn more about their platform.

Follow along on the journey of Cristy Steinberg, DPT, as her treatment approach has evolved over the years to where she’s now helping people who had previously failed physical therapy at her former clinic. Cristy shares how she evolved from a corporate staff PT to owning the innovative Kinesio Lab in Highland Park, Illinois. Her story is a testament to the power of embracing neuroscience in rehabilitation and the remarkable outcomes it can achieve for patients.

Cristy's experiences highlight the potential to bridge the gap in traditional therapy, helping patients achieve that elusive final 15% of recovery. Her passion for integrating cutting-edge technology with time-tested PT practices offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals looking to elevate their own practice and patient care.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

• Cristy's transition from traditional PT settings to mobile therapy, and finally to opening her own Neubie-powered clinic

• Real-world success stories, including treating older neuropathy patients and helping athletes return to play faster

• The importance of addressing the nervous system, even in orthopedic rehabilitation

• How NeuFit technology allows therapists to push patients safely beyond their comfort zones, leading to better adaptations

• Cristy's call for physical therapists to expand their knowledge of neuroscience and its applications in therapy

Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in the latest advancements in rehabilitation, this episode offers a fascinating look at the future of physical therapy. Tune in to hear Cristy's passionate plea for embracing neuroscience and discover how she's pushing the boundaries of rehabilitation to unlock new potential for her clients!

In this compelling episode, we sit down with US Men’s Olympic Gymnast Brody Malone to share the remarkable story of his journey to the Paris 2024 Olympics. 

Brody opens up about his early beginnings in gymnastics, his drive and dedication to the sport, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career.  

The conversation takes a deep dive into the challenging period last spring when Brody suffered a severe knee injury, requiring three separate surgeries to repair. With the clock ticking down to the Olympics, the stakes were incredibly high. Brody shares the emotional and physical battles he faced, the fears of not being able to compete, and the relentless spirit that kept him going.  

You’ll also hear about the game-changing role Neubie technology played in Brody's recovery. He discusses how this innovative neuromuscular treatment helped accelerate his rehabilitation process and literally re-learn to walk, plus what it did for recovery from other injuries to his thumb, finger, wrist, back, and shoulder. 

It’s also an opportunity to look behind the scenes, as Brody shares an inside look at his rigorous training regimen and all of the training and preparation that goes into the Olympic Games.  

This episode is packed with insights, from the technical aspects of his recovery to the mental resilience required to overcome such daunting obstacles. Whether you're a fan of gymnastics, interested in sports recovery, or simply love a good comeback story, Brody Malone’s journey will inspire and motivate you. 

Tune in to hear:

- Brody's early days and developing a passion for gymnastics

- The details of his severe knee injury and the subsequent surgeries 

- The critical role Neubie technology played in his recovery 

- Behind-the-scenes insights into his Olympic training regimen

- The mental and physical challenges of preparing for the Olympics 

Don’t miss this exclusive look into the life of an Olympic athlete who defied the odds to achieve greatness.