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Dr. Harry von Piekartz (website, ResearchGate, hvonpiekartz@gmail.com) of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication in the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Diagnostic accuracy and validity of three manual examination tests to identify alar ligament lesions: results of a blinded case-control study.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in safety testing for the upper cervical spine. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Christina Cuka of A.T. Still University (christinacuka@atsu.edu) is interviewed by Becca Catlin regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Spinal manipulation after multiple fusions in an adult with scoliosis: a case report.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in spinal manipulation as it relates to spinal fusion and scoliosis. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Bryan Bond (faculty profile & e-mail) of the University of Saint Mary is interviewed by Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Effect of spinal manipulative therapy on mechanical pain sensitivity in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: a pilot randomized, controlled trial.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in spinal manipulation and pain science mechanisms. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Laura Finucane (laura.finucane@nhs.net, Twitter, ResearchGate) of the National Health Service (United Kingdom) is interviewed by Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a publication from Musculoskeletal Science and Practice titled, “What is the diagnostic accuracy of red flags related to cauda equina syndrome (CES), when compared to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)? A systematic review.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in spinal pain, red flags, primary care roles, and medical screening. Please note that an error was made during the episode when referring to pregablin, a medication that is known to cause urinary frequency and incontinence, not urinary retention. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Shannon Petersen (shannon.petersen@dmu.edu, ResearchGate) of Des Moines University in Iowa is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Self-reported sinus headaches are associated with neck pain and cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction: a preliminary observational case control study.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in clinical patterns and practice related to headache pain and orthopaedics. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Megan Donaldson (Tufts University Directory, AAOMPT Conference Chair) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming 2019 AAOMPT Conference. Get a quick preview into what’s to come at this year's annual AAOMPT Conference in Orlando, FL. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Drs. César Fernández-de-las-Peñas (cesar.fernandez@urjc.es, ResearchGate) & Joshua Cleland (clelandj@franklinpierce.edu, ResearchGate) of the University of Rey Juan Carlos and Franklin Pierce University, respectively, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy titled, “Cost-Effectiveness Evaluation of Manual Physical Therapy Versus Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Evidence From a Randomized Clinical Trial.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in an emerging and thorough approach to the evaluation and management of carpal tunnel syndrome that could lead to both a widespread reduction in overall healthcare expenditures and improved patient outcomes. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Sara Cristello (sara.cristello@brooksrehab.org, ResearchGate) of Brooks Rehabilitation is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about a presentation given at the 2018 AAOMPT Conference. The title of the presentation was, “Is the identification and treatment of pelvic conditions the missing link in your Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy practice?” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested the association between specialized orthopaedic physical therapy practice and both the pelvic floor and women’s health. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Sara Cristello (sara.cristello@brooksrehab.org, ResearchGate) of Brooks Rehabilitation is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about a presentation given at the 2018 AAOMPT Conference. The title of the presentation was, “Is the identification and treatment of pelvic conditions the missing link in your Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy practice?” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested the association between specialized orthopaedic physical therapy practice and both the pelvic floor and women’s health. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en

Dr. Megan Donaldson (Tufts University Directory, AAOMPT Conference Chair), who is transitioning from the Physical Therapy Program at Walsh University to the Tufts School of Medicine, is interviewed by Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a publication titled, “The effects of hip-targeted physical therapy interventions on low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis.” This episode contains information that should be interesting for musculoskeletal providers interested in evidence based practice as well as how an expert clinician interprets research findings. Find out more about the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the following links:Academy website: www.aaompt.orgTwitter: @AAOMPTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaompt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialaaompt/?hl=en