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In episode 31, Al & Mel discuss the challenges of maintaining healthy routines while traveling and emphasize the importance of pre, during, and post-trip routines. They share personal experiences and tips on packing essentials, managing food choices, and planning itineraries for trips. The conversation highlights the significance of staying committed to healthy habits even during travel, and the duo provides practical advice for listeners to enhance their travel experiences. Their insights provide practical advice for anyone looking to travel without compromising their health and wellness routines. They share their upcoming travel plans, reflecting on personal growth and the flexibility that comes with being travel PTs. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care and effective travel systems to ensure a smooth transition back to daily life after trips.

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In episode 30, Mel and Al interview Aliya Brooks, also known as  Ageless Mobility on social media. They talk about everything you need to know about stretching, how long to hold stretches, the differences between dynamic/static stretches, research around stretching, aging, and more! Aliya also has a juicing business based out of Atlanta and the three discuss the benefits of juicing and how it is integral into one’s health and daily function. They end the conversations with  discussing medical sales, as they explore other careers in healthcare and bridging the gap between medical sales and wellness. This is such a great conversation for anyone interested in learning more about stretching, juicing, and medical sales. Aliya offers in person classes in ATL, virtual classes via on demand library and YouTube, and Juices in ATL (soon to be available for out of state purchase). Enjoy!

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In episode 29, Mel and Al discuss the essentials of being a travel healthcare worker, focusing on the differences between internal and external travel jobs, interview tips, patient caseload expectations, salary negotiation, and the importance of asking the right questions during interviews. They also address listener questions about travel contracts and things to consider before signing a contract. If you want us to connect you with good and reliable recruiters or just talk to us in more detail fill out the form below and we will reach out to you!! Because everyone deserves the resources and opportunity to travel the right way. Enjoy!

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In episode 28, Mel and Al dive into the world of pain neuroscience, exploring how our nervous system processes pain and the emotional aspects tied to it. They discuss the complexity of pain, including different types such as nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic pain. The conversation highlights the significant role of psychology in pain perception, emphasizing the importance of education and understanding for patients dealing with chronic pain. Techniques like visualization and focusing on function rather than pain are presented as effective strategies for managing pain. Enjoy!

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In episode 27, Mel and Al have guest Dr. Odell Miller PT, DPT on the podcast. They talk about everything from  unconventional paths taken by new graduates in Physical/Occupational therapy, particularly in travel jobs and entrepreneurship. Odell gives powerful advice on mindset shifts you need to make to become an entrepreneur and think business. They talk about all the things you didn’t learn in school.  In this conversation, Odell Miller discusses the significance of leadership, team trust, mentorship, and buying back time in achieving success and growth. Enjoy!

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In this months Break Room Talks Episode, Mel & Al catch up on their lives, travel stories to San Francisco and Arizona, and Mel’s journey with Acupuncture. No topic is off limits this episode! They finally reveal their next travel assignments, expose their salaries, and  create a petition for a 32 hour work week. They end the episode with their Q & A segment from questions they received on social media and their google form (you can submit to below).  Enjoy!

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In Episode 25, Mel and Al discuss the complexities and frustrations of the American healthcare system, drawing on personal experiences and insights from Dr. Casey Means, a medical professional who pivoted from traditional medicine to a more holistic approach. They emphasize the importance of addressing root causes of health issues, the lack of nutrition education in medical training, and the need for better communication between healthcare providers and patients. The discussion highlights the systemic issues within healthcare that hinder effective patient care and the value of spending quality time with patients to understand their needs. They explore the reversibility of chronic diseases through lifestyle changes, the barriers to public health, and the socioeconomic factors affecting nutrition and health. The episode emphasizes the need for open conversations to foster change and improve generational health. Enjoy!

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In episode 24, Mel and Al reflect on their first year in healthcare, discussing key lessons they learned and wish they had been told before hand. They talk about everything from prioritizing your own health, continuous learning, networking,  balancing personal identity with professional roles, and more. These are 10 lessons all healthcare and wellness professionals need to listen to. Enjoy!

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In Episode 23, Mel and Al get controversial. They talk about wellness trends in the media that you are constantly seeing but not many are actually explaining the research and the importance of misinformation. They debunk myths surrounding cortisol-related conditions like moon face & having high cortisol levels. What low-tox living means, focusing on the dangers of plastics and harmful chemicals in everyday products that are poisoning us. Wtf is the deal with seed oil and is it actually bad? Not only do they give you research and perspective but alternatives and advice on how to live a healthier lifestyle and the benefits of mouth tape from a holistic perspective. Let’s get spicy.

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Episode 22 of the Physio Diaries Podcast, Mel and Al interview Dr. Nikol Manov, DMD. She shares her journey into dentistry, what it is like being a young woman in healthcare, holistic approaches to dentistry, and more! She gives you a lot of great information for oral hygiene and also talk about the truth about mouth tape that others aren’t sharing with you. Nikol has a mouth tape/night lip business called SayLess (link below for a free week’s supply of their new Pink Lips!) We really enjoyed this conversation and hope you do too !!

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