

#PTonICE Podcast
The Institute of Clinical Excellence
The faculty of the Institute of Clinical Excellence deliver their specialized content every weekday morning. Topic areas include: Population health, fitness athlete management, evidence based spine and extremity care, older adults, community outreach, self development, and much more! Learn more about our team at www.PTonICE.com
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Apr 2, 2025 • 7min
Exciting changes to the #PTonICE Daily Show!
Dr. Jeff Moore // ICE CEO // www.ptonice.com In this exciting episode of The Daily Show, Dr. Jeff Moore, CEO of ICE, shares significant news about the future of the show and the ICE community. Celebrating a decade of the Daily Show, Dr. Moore expresses gratitude for the support of listeners as the show has grown alongside ICE, which has expanded from just two courses to a thriving fitness forward community. The major announcement reveals that the Daily Show will transition to become an in-app exclusive feature within the Ice Physio app. This move aims to enhance community engagement, learning, and organization away from social media. Tune in to discover the benefits of this shift and what it means for the ICE community moving forward.

Apr 1, 2025 • 17min
Episode 1947 - Why the unstable shoulder feels chaos
Delve into the complexities of unstable shoulders and their chaotic presentations. Explore the three main types: stiff, weak, and mobile shoulders, with a focus on the unique challenges of mobile cases. Discover vital clinical indicators for assessment, like pain at end ranges and glenohumeral joint motion. Gain insights on therapeutic strategies that empower patients and shift away from traditional methods. The discussion ends with practical rehabilitation suggestions to enhance patient care.

Mar 31, 2025 • 18min
Episode 1946 - From fear to clear: perinatal reframes
Dr. April Dominick // #ICEPelvic // www.ptonice.com In today's episode of the PT on ICE Daily Show, ICE Pelvic faculty member April Dominick explores the evolution of language and understanding surrounding perinatal conditions such as diastasis recti, pelvic organ prolapse, and perinatal exercise. She highlights the shift from a fear-based approach to a more empowering and neutral language, informed by evidence and clinical experiences. April shares personal insights from her nearly nine years in the field, illustrating how changing terminology can significantly impact individuals' perceptions of their conditions and enhance outcomes. April focuses on practical language shifts, starting with diastasis recti, and aims to empower listeners to communicate more effectively about these important topics. Take a listen to learn how to better serve this population of patients & athletes or check out the full show notes on our blog at www.ptonice.com/blog. If you're looking to learn more about our live pregnancy and postpartum physical therapy courses or our online physical therapy courses, check our entire list of continuing education courses for physical therapy including our physical therapy certifications by checking out our website. Don't forget about all of our FREE eBooks, prebuilt workshops, free CEUs, and other physical therapy continuing education on our Resources tab. Are you looking for more information on how to keep lifting weights while pregnant? Check out the ICE Pelvic bi-weekly newsletter!

Mar 28, 2025 • 16min
Episode 1945 - AMRAP sets: dial in your loading
Discover the transformative power of AMRAP sets in strength training and rehabilitation. Learn how these sets can optimize training for athletes and post-operative patients alike. Nearly 90% of clients seek to improve their strength, and Guillermo outlines the science of muscle hypertrophy, demonstrating that significant growth can happen at lower intensity levels. Dive into effective strategies for load determination and maximizing effort, tailoring programs to individual capabilities for impressive results.

Mar 27, 2025 • 16min
Episode 1944 - Starting your own practice, pt. 4: financing
Discover essential funding strategies for starting a therapy practice. Tips include utilizing grants for low-risk financing and exploring loans and credit options. Learn about tracking expenses to unlock tax savings and maximize your startup capital. Plus, gain insights on engaging with the community through social media and events for support and growth.

Mar 26, 2025 • 18min
Episode 1943 - Is it time to throw out post-operative protocols?
In this discussion, the focus is on rethinking post-operative rehabilitation protocols. The speaker highlights the drawbacks of one-size-fits-all approaches and advocates for personalized recovery strategies. Important insights are shared on how rigid guidelines can create kinesiophobia, making patients fearful of movement. Flexibility in rehab practices is emphasized to better meet each individual's needs, ultimately enhancing recovery and pain management. Listeners can also discover future training opportunities tailored for older adult care.

Mar 25, 2025 • 12min
Episode 1942 - When do movement patterns matter?
Explore the intricacies of movement patterns in extremity management. Delve into the debate surrounding exercise specificity versus a general approach in physical therapy. Discover insights on how some clients may need detailed cues, while others benefit from a more straightforward method. Dr. Cody Gingerich emphasizes the importance of tailoring strategies to individual needs, promoting a balanced perspective in movement practices. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of effectively guiding clients in their physical therapy journeys.

Mar 24, 2025 • 17min
Episode 1941 - Kicking out medical clearance postpartum
Discover the shift in postpartum exercise guidelines as the necessity for medical clearance is challenged. A new screening tool, the Get Active Questionnaire Postpartum, aims to simplify safe physical activity resumption. Learn about the benefits of early low to moderate intensity movement for recovery, with a focus on core strengthening and mood improvement. Also, explore how these changes are reshaping the landscape of postpartum care for athletes and individuals alike.

Mar 21, 2025 • 12min
Episode 1940 - Top 3 weightlifting faults
Kelly Benfey, an ICE Fitness Athlete Division faculty member, sheds light on the top three weightlifting faults commonly seen in CrossFit athletes. She emphasizes how small adjustments can lead to significant performance improvements and reduce injury risks. Listeners learn the importance of a proper setup for Olympic lifts and how clinicians and coaches can use a fault checklist to optimize athlete performance. Kelly also encourages ongoing education through live seminars, fostering a community of better coaches and athletes.

Mar 20, 2025 • 15min
Episode 1939 - Battling the bow: advancing needles through tough tissues
Dive into essential techniques for advancing needles through tough tissues in dry needling. The host uses an apple to demonstrate practical strategies to overcome resistance and improve insertion success. Upcoming dry needling courses are also highlighted, featuring various levels and locations, including an advanced one-day accelerator lab. Don't miss these opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in dry needling!