In the show today we talk all about overground training and obstacle course training! This episode was inspired by a recent NeuroSpark call taught by Jamie Haines, PT, DScPT who presented a lecture on this topic. She presented compelling research around why as well as concrete ideas for how to in...
In today’s show Claire shares the program she is building at Rogue to help women diagnosed with Parkinson’s with her recent Parkinson Foundation Community Grant. Women are considered an underserved population of folks with Parkinson’s. Fewer women are diagnosed with PD than men and historically r...
In today’s show we talk about how Claire plans to use the Parkinson Foundation community grant they were recently awarded at Rogue. She applied for 2 programs this round that got funded. Learn who she plans to help in the PD community, how she’s planning to do it, and how she plans to market her ...
Today’s focus is on glute max activation! When do you need to activate the glutes? What position should people be in to get their glutes to turn on so they’re ready for gait? Why is specificity important in neuro? JJ Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD will give you an easy way to prime your patients for gait...
Our strength equipment series continues! We’ve been on a roll discussing types of strength equipment you can use with your neuro clients, older adults, and yourself! Today’s share is on the axle barbell. We’ll discuss the details of the axle, how to use it, who it would be good for and more tips ...
On today’s show we’ll share why strength in older adults is SO important based on research. Some may warn older adults that lifting weights is dangerous, but what is actually dangerous is being weak. We’ll share some of the best ways Claire uses the Tidal Tank specifically in her clinic to give y...
What’s your goal when hosting a table at a community event? Do you have a plan for making it fun or does it feel like a drag? We’ve done a boatload of community events and time is helping us learn what works well to create a fun experience for all. Claire shares the most recent activities she did...
Jargon alert: This episode is intended for physical therapists and healthcare professionals who treat people after concussion. After reviewing the Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) for concussion put out by the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy. Jenn found that adding resistance with a ther...
Have a patient or client with Freezing of Gait (FOG)? Try this treatment strategy Claire is excited to share! She explains how she uses the Clock Yourself App to challenge a client appropriately because he is relatively athletic and high functioning, yet he experiences FOG. She’ll help you see s...
Melissa is a business consultant who helps OT + PT business owners get the right systems, structure and support in place within their business so they can spend more time in their zone of genius, doing work that lights them up.Â
We've been working with her since November of last year, she's been...
On today's show we spoke with Dr. Simon Maltais a cardiac surgeon and the author of the new book HEALTHCARE ANONYMOUS: Put Yourself First to Avoid Anxiety, Addiction and Burnout. Burnout is a really important topic to us. We are passionate about helping therapists avoid it or overcome it, so we w...
Who hasn’t heard the “you’ve got to put your oxygen mask on first” analogy referring to self care? Is it just me or is that saying super annoying? I’m not a proponent of it, and in today’s show I’ll tell you why. I’ll share what you should do instead if you’re feeling like you’re not doing as wel...
