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F. Scott Feil chats with Mike Connors, Mark Milligan, & Dana Tew regarding the upcoming opportunity for the state of Texas to have Direct Access passed along with how PTs in Texas can get involved and contribute to making this a reality. Texas Physical Therapy Association Website: https://www.tpta.org/  TPTA Capital Area District Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CapitalAreaDistrictTPTA/  APTA Direct Access Page on Website: http://www.apta.org/StateIssues/DirectAccess/  APTA Action App on APTA Website: http://www.apta.org/ActionApp/   Texas House Bill 29: https://legiscan.com/TX/bill/HB29/2019  Evidence: 1. Texas Department of State Health Services. (2018) Texas Projections of Supply and Demand for Primary Care Physicians and Psychiatrists, 2017 – 2030. Austin, TX: Texas Health and Human Services https://dshs.texas.gov/chs/hprc/default.shtm  2. Timing of physical therapy consultation on 1-year healthcare utilization and costs in patients seeking care for neck pain: a retrospective cohort ME Horn, JM Fritz BMC health services research 18 (1), 887 https://bmchealthservres.biomedcentral.com/track/pdf/10.1186/s12913-018-3699-0    3. Physical Therapy as the First Point of Care to Treat Low Back Pain: An Instrumental Variables Approach to Estimate Impact on Opioid Prescription, Health Care Utilization, and Costs. Frogner et al Health Serv. Res. 2018  https://www.researchgate.net/publication/325319327_Physical_Therapy_as_the_First_Point_of_Care_to_Treat_Low_Back_Pain_An_Instrumental_Variables_Approach_to_Estimate_Impact_on_Opioid_Prescription_Health_Care_Utilization_and_Costs    4. Denninger TR, et al. The influence of patient choice of first provider on costs and outcomes: analysis from a physical therapy patient registry. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2018;48(2):63–71. http://pt-cpr.com/images/jospt.2018.7423.pdf    5. Rhon, D. I., Snodgrass, S. J., Cleland, J. A., Sissel, C. D., & Cook, C. E. (2018). Predictors of chronic prescription opioid use after orthopedic surgery: derivation of a clinical prediction rule. Perioperative medicine (London, England), 7, 25. doi:10.1186/s13741-018-0105-8   https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6249901/        Biographies:    Michael Connors, PT, DPT, OCS, PhD received his Master of Physical Therapy degree from University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ-Rutgers University in May 2003 with honors.  Dr. Connors obtained his post professional Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Temple University in December 2008.  He became a board certified specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in June 2011. He completed a PhD degree in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman's University in August 2017. Dr Connors is the current President of the Texas Physical Therapy Association. He also is an assistant professor within the UNT Health Science DPT Program.   Email: mjconnorspt@gmail.com     Mark Milligan PT, DPT, Cert TPS, OCS, FAAOMPT Mark Milligan is an orthopedic manual therapist that specializes in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal and spinal conditions, both acute and chronic. He is Certified in Therapeutic Pain Science, Applied Prevention and Health Promotion and dry needling, Board Certified in Orthopedics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapy.  He earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of the Colorado School of Medicine in Denver, Colorado.  He went on to complete an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency and Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship with Evidence in Motion (EIM). He is a full-time clinician and Founder of Revolution Human Health, a non-profit physical therapy network and he also founded a continuing education company specializing in micro-education. He is currently a physical therapist with Encompass Home Health in Austin, Texas. Dr. Milligan serves as adjunct faculty for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs at South College and The University of St. Augustine.  Dr. Milligan is also primary faculty for Musculoskeletal Courses for EIM. Mark has presented and spoken at numerous state and national conferences and has been published in peer reviewed journals. He is an active member of the TPTA, APTA, and AAOMPT and is current the Capital Area District Chair for the Texas Physical Therapy Association and has great interest in public health and governmental affairs.   Revolution Human Health is a non-profit physical therapy network in Austin, TX that transforms the healing experience by offering access to treatment, education, and movement based therapy for all.  Continuing education division specializes in customized, micro-education for physical therapists across the country. Customizable options of courses include manual therapy, spinal and extremity manipulation, dry needling, clinical reasoning, and preventative care and population health. Please contact us about customizing a course for you and your team! Email: markmilligandpt@gmail.com     Dana Tew PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT CEO/ Program Director of OPTIM Physical Therapy and OPTIM Fellowship Program. Dana specializes in orthopaedic physical therapy. His experience includes clinical management of patients with both acute and chronic orthopedic injuries in the outpatient environment. His practice is focused on integration of manual therapy and exercise into a holistic, evidence-based and biopsychosocial approach to physical therapy treatment. He is the residency manager of Harris Health System’s Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program. He was honored by the Texas Physical Therapy Association Southeastern District, as clinical instructor of the year in 2013. He is also a guest lecturer at Texas Woman’s University and has presented at multiple conferences. Dana earned his APTA Board Certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and is also a Fellow, in the American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapists. He has served locally for the Southeastern District, as a delegate for the TPTA, and nationally on the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education credentialing council for the APTA.   Email: danatew@gmail.com 

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, I welcome Jamey Schrier back on the show to discuss business fundamentals.   Jamey is sharing his practice freedom methodology to practice owners all across the country who are looking for financial prosperity and a better quality of life. His book, The Practice Freedom Method: The Practice Owner’s Guide To Work Less, Earn More, And Live Your Passion, has been an Amazon #1 best seller. In this episode, we discuss: -How to establish a clear vision and find the why behind your goals -Why comparisons to others will keep you small -The importance of sharing the narrative behind your practice with your team -Planning and budgeting for the bottom line that aligns with your goals -And so much more!   “Measuring your progress, measuring your success compared to where you are now and where you’re going—when you do that—you stay in line with who you are.”   “When you put a pen to paper, it’s powerful.”   “Alignment is everything in our business.”   “Not knowing the answer isn’t the problem, it’s asking the right question.  The answer is out there.”   For more information on Jamey: In 2004, Jamey Schrier was facing the soul-crushing struggles of private practice ownership. He couldn’t figure out how to grow his business without sacrificing family, income or time. Armed with an insatiable curiosity, Jamey invested the next 9 years and over $300,000, to learn how to free himself from his practice. At the end of his journey, Jamey finally discovered the formula to creating a self-managed, profitable and stable practice that allowed more time with his family and more time to work “on” his business. Jamey is sharing his practice freedom methodology to practice owners all across the country who are looking for financial prosperity and a better quality of life. His book, The Practice Freedom Method: The Practice Owner’s Guide To Work Less, Earn More, And Live Your Passion, has been an Amazon #1 best seller.   Resources discussed on this show: Jamey's FREE training on howto generate referrals The Practice Freedom Method Website Jamey Schrier Twitter The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change Start with Why The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing Free online community for NetHealth Email: jamey@jameyschrier.com   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram  and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest!  Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!    Xo Karen    

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, I welcome Jeanette Bronée on the show to discuss mindfulness.  Jeanette helps leaders and companies rethink performance by asking the “Right Why®.” She teaches them how to create a culture of care by unlocking what truly drives performance, engagement and motivation from the inside out. For 15 years, she has coached clients and delivered speeches about how physical health and emotional-mental wellbeing affect performance and prevent stress and burnout. She shows how focusing on how our mindset affects our self-care habits at work and at home and believes, that when we leave our humanity at the door when we go to work, we leave behind our most valuable resource for success. She incorporates her background in integrative nutrition, mindfulness and hypnotherapy to help people work better by working healthy. In this episode, we discuss: -How to ask the right why to find a way forward -Practical exercises to ground yourself in stressful situations -The use of metaphors to describe experiences -How mindfulness can facilitate change -And so much more!   “If we can refocus our question, then our unconscious mind will help us find the answer.”   “We find solutions by acknowledging what’s not working and then moving into curiosity.”   “If we don’t pause for a moment, we can’t even listen.”   “We’re not running out of time, we’re running out of focus.”   “We don’t solve problems in a new way under stress, we just repeat what we’ve always done.”   “Our self-talk really creates our experience.”   For more information on Jeanette: When Jeanette Bronée’s parents both died of cancer just one year apart, she was told it wasn’t a matter of if, but when she would get cancer, too. So she took charge of her health and wellbeing, sharing what she learned about the power of mindfulness by founding Path for Life in 2004. Since then, she has taught more than half a million people how to ask the “Right Why” to unlock the answers that prevent burnout, fuel peak performance and create a culture of care. Now, she helps leaders and companies rethink performance and culture to create sustainable success by supporting our most important resource -- our human resource. She has delivered TEDx talks, as well as keynote speeches and workshops at corporate events and workshops around the world. Her book, EAT TO FEEL FULL, a guide for eating to thrive, gained nationwide recognition in the news media as a new approach to health and eating that helps us break with our dieting mentality and focus on eating to fuel our performance.  She holds a business, marketing and communications degree and is a certified Integrative Functional Nutrition and Meta-Medicine Health Coach. As a Hypno-Therapist, she uses the power of the mind to create change (but don’t worry she doesn’t do tricks). She is also a Certified Felt Sense Focusing Professional, which she has found to be the key to learning what drives our choices and how we can take charge of our wellbeing.   Resources discussed on this show: Path for Life Website Jeanette Bronée Website Jeanette Bronée LinkedIn Jeanette Bronée Twitter Free Gift: Use code “Healthy” for 30% off the yearly online program Get Healthy Online   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram  and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest!  Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!    Xo Karen    

Happy New Year from the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast family! On this episode, I welcome Shanté Cofield on the show to discuss how to set achievable goals for 2019.  Dr. C. Shanté Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro, is a former Division I athlete with a passion for movement surpassed only by her passion for learning. Shanté graduated from Georgetown University and then continued her educational pursuits at New York University, graduating with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) and becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Shanté is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) who practices in Los Angeles, California with specialties ranging from CrossFit injuries to pelvic floor dysfunction.  Shanté is the creator of The Movement Maestro, a website and social-media based platform devoted to all things human movement and mobility related. In this episode, we discuss: -The importance of understanding the why behind a goal before setting the goal -Why boundaries are important to set before pursuing your goals -How to bring human connection into social media -Building a supportive community that will serve you -And so much more!   “People don’t know how to set goals.”   “We tell our patients all the time you have to be patient, and yet we don’t apply that to ourselves.”   “What social media has become is another language –it’s another way to connect with people.”   “We don’t attract what we want, we attract what we are.”   “You have to be ok with the fact that not everyone is going to love you.”   “If you’re selling something—you’re marketing—you have to push it more than you want to.”   For more information on Shanté: So, this is the place where it’s standard practice to give you a sterile glimpse into my professional life and hopefully convince you that I’m qualified enough for you to let me treat you. But, you should know, I’m anything but traditional. Before you keep on reading, I’d love it if you could take a few moments to watch the video from the home page (if you haven’t already) and learn a little bit about me. I know that four minutes is a lot to ask of someone in 2018, but, that video IS me. I’m a firm believer that everything in life is about connection. As it relates to our bodies, we are a united whole, with all the parts working together and affecting each other, and as such, that is how I treat. As it relates to the universe, we are all connected in some way, be it blood, physical proximity, belief systems, or energy. And as it relates to choosing a provider, choosing to listen to a podcast, or choosing to attend a course, I believe that it is paramount that you are able to connect with that person. As such, I teamed up with a close friend to film something that I felt would give you a better understanding of who I am, what I’m about, and hopefully make you realize that I am an actual person, not just a picture on a screen, a voice in your headphones, or words on a piece of paper.  BUT FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO STILL WANT THE INSIDE SCOOP, HERE’S THE RUNDOWN: Hometown: Summit, NJ High School Sports Played: Soccer, basketball, lacrosse, ice-hockey (for real), javelin College: Georgetown University (’07) Sports Played: 4 years of Division I soccer, rugby (1 season) Graduate School: New York University Date Graduated: 2010 Degree Earned: Doctor of Physical Therapy Additional Certifications: OCS – Orthopedic Clinical Specialist CSCS – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist CF-L1 – CrossFit Level I Trainer SFMA – Selective Functional Movement Assessment Provider FMS – Functional Movement Screen Provider FRCms – Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist NKT – NeuroKinetic Therapy (Level I) Provider FMT B/P/B/A – RockTape Basic/Performance/Blades/Blades Advanced Certified (I am a RockTape Lead instructor, I had better be certified in all these things!) Other Hobbies and Activities: CrossFit, ex-marathoner, indoor rock-climbing, professional meme viewer, guitar, sneakerhead, SoCal lover So, if you’ve made it this far, I commend you. I’ve got my fingers crossed that if you didn’t know anything about me before, you’ve now got enough to formulate some kind of picture and make a decision about our future together. Be nice. If you want to rendezvous, contact me. If you want to hear me talk, subscribe to the podcast. And if you want to be like Aerosmith and never miss a thing, subscribe to my newsletter. Thanks for your time.     Resources discussed on this show: The Movement Maestro Website The Movement Maestro Instagram  Email: shante@themovementmaestro.com Maestro Courses Rocktape Courses   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram  and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest!  Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!    Xo Karen    

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, I welcome Andrew Vigotsky and Dr. Nick Rolnick back on to the show to discuss Andrew’s paper, Interpreting single amplitude in sports and rehab sciences.  In this episode, we discuss: -What information can you conclude from a surface EMG study -The limitations of surface EMG research -What to look for in a surface EMG methods section -And so much more!   “I would urge practitioners not to make clinical decisions primarily based off of surface EMG or any acute type of measure especially when they want a longitudinal outcome for a given patient.”   “There are no studies that validate surface EMG as a predictive outcome for strength or hypertrophy.”   “Look for studies that are relevant to your patient population and your outcomes.”   “I would look at all surface EMG studies with a critical eye especially as they pertain to your patient population and desired patient outcomes.”   “Don’t apply measures that aren’t validated to the outcomes you want.”   For more information on Andrew: Andrew is currently a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University, where he studies neuromuscular biomechanics. He has published papers in areas ranging from rehabilitation to surface electromyography methodology and biomechanical modeling. His dissertation works aims to understand the neuromechanical implications of muscular heterogeneities.   For more information on Nick:  Dr. Nicholas Rolnick, DPT is a licensed physical therapist, the founder of the Human Performance Mechanic and the co-founder of Blood Flow Restriction Pros. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree with academic honors from Columbia University in New York City. Through his work as a physical therapist his goal is to keep his patients in perfect balance, have the skills to recognize asymmetries and help patients enjoy the benefits of pain-free movement. He teaches across the United States as a clinical instructor for SmartTools Plus and is an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University – Chicago where he teaches Kinesiology I and II in their MS Applied Exercise Science Program. He also speaks nationally and internationally on the use of blood flow restriction therapy for various diagnoses and populations. He has been featured on The Mind Muscle Project Podcast, Highly Functional Podcast, The Muscle Medicine Podcast, The Missing Variable Podcast, the PTA Tapes Podcast and the Alinea Podcast. He currently lives and works in New York City.   Resources discussed on this show: Vigotsky, Andrew & Halperin, Israel & Lehman, Gregory & Trajano, Gabriel & Vieira, Taian. (2018). Interpreting Signal Amplitudes in Surface Electromyography Studies in Sport and Rehabilitation Sciences. Frontiers in Physiology. 8. 10.3389/fphys.2017.00985.   Andrew Vigotsky Twitter Andrew Vigotsky Research Gate Andrew Vigotsky Facebook The Human Performance Mechanic Website The Human Performance Mechanic Instagram The Human Performance Mechanic Facebook     Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram  and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest!  Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!    Xo Karen    

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, Jenna Kantor, DPT guest hosts and interviews Dr. Kristen Schulz, DPT on how to make exercise fun. Kristen is a Physical Therapist and running coach who helps runners achieve their next PR without nagging injuries. She is the creator of the Run Your Life Method, an online course providing a comprehensive and individualized approach for runners. Run Your Life’s mission is to provide runners the resources (prehab, rehab, strength training, recovery, nutrition, training, and mindset) they need to stay healthy, so they can enjoy the sport they love for their entire life. In this episode, we discuss: -How Kristen’s exercise routine has evolved into adulthood -Kristen’s favorite go-to exercises -How variety in activities can help you avoid burnout -And so much more!   “If you’re burnt out and you’re not enjoying what you’re doing, try something new.”   “There’s a lot of different ways to incorporate fitness into your life and it doesn’t have to look like someone else’s.”   For more information on Kristen: Kristen is a Physical Therapist and running coach who helps runners achieve their next PR without nagging injuries. She is the creator of the Run Your Life Method, an online course providing a comprehensive and individualized approach for runners. Run Your Life’s mission is to provide runners the resources (prehab, rehab, strength training, recovery, nutrition, training, and mindset) they need to stay healthy, so they can enjoy the sport they love for their entire life. Kristen’s passion for her work stems from suffering a number of injuries herself. She ran competitively in high school and college with plans of continuing to improve her running times after college. However, injury after injury kept her from reaching her goals. It wasn’t until she started incorporating a comprehensive approach to running that she found herself able to run without constantly being injured. She finds great joy in being able to teach others how to do the same. Kristen has had the opportunity to live in many different parts of the country and currently resides in North Dakota. She graduated from Northern Michigan University with a degree in Exercise Science and Spanish, completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). For more information on Jenna: Jenna Kantor (co-founder) is a bubbly and energetic girl who was born and raised in Petaluma, California. Growing up, she trained and performed ballet throughout the United States. After earning a BA in Dance and Drama at the University of California, Irvine, she worked professionally in musical theatre for 15+ years with tours, regional theatres, & overseas (www.jennakantor.com) until she found herself ready to move onto a new chapter in her life – a career in Physical Therapy. Jenna is currently in her 3rd year at Columbia University’s Physical Therapy Program. She is also a co-founder of the podcast, “Physiotherapy Performance Perspectives,” has an evidence-based monthly youtube series titled “Injury Prevention for Dancers,” is a NY SSIG Co-Founder, NYPTA Student Conclave 2017 Development Team, works with the NYPTA Greater New York Legislative Task Force and is the NYPTA Public Policy Committee Student Liaison. Jenna aspires to be a physical therapist for amateur and professional performers to help ensure long, healthy careers. To learn more, please check out her website: www.jennafkantor.wixsite.com/jkpt   Resources discussed on this show: Kristen Schulz Instagram Kristen Schulz Facebook   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen    

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, Jenna Kantor, DPT guest hosts and interviews Matthew Villegas on how to deal with anxiety in physical therapy school. Matthew Villegas’ goal, as someone born with a brachial plexus injury (trauma to the bundle of nerves near the shoulder blade and collar bone), is to help others with brachial plexus injuries live life to their fullest and dare to run and compete in crossfit through his skills as a Physical Therapist. In this episode, we discuss: -How anxiety manifested itself in Matthew’s DPT experience -Matthew’s tips on how to tackle the challenges of a DPT program -What pre-PT students should do before going to PT school -And so much more!   Memorable Quotes from this episode:    “Give everything it’s due time and not necessarily focus too much on one thing.”   “Live through the moment and let whatever happens, happen.”   “The staff, the faculty are there for you and do want to see you succeed.”   For more information on Matthew: My name is Matthew Villegas. My goal as someone born with a brachial plexus injury (trauma to the bundle of nerves near the shoulder blade and collar bone) is to help others with brachial plexus injuries live life to their fullest and dare to run and compete in crossfit through my skills as a Physical Therapist. I host the Capable Body Podcast (available on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher), which aims to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and real people with real stories. Also, the podcast features an active Facebook community that is a safe space where I share more means to connect with my guests as well as some behind-the-scenes extras.   For more information on Jenna: Jenna Kantor (co-founder) is a bubbly and energetic girl who was born and raised in Petaluma, California. Growing up, she trained and performed ballet throughout the United States. After earning a BA in Dance and Drama at the University of California, Irvine, she worked professionally in musical theatre for 15+ years with tours, regional theatres, & overseas (www.jennakantor.com) until she found herself ready to move onto a new chapter in her life – a career in Physical Therapy. Jenna is currently in her 3rd year at Columbia University’s Physical Therapy Program. She is also a co-founder of the podcast, “Physiotherapy Performance Perspectives,” has an evidence-based monthly youtube series titled “Injury Prevention for Dancers,” is a NY SSIG Co-Founder, NYPTA Student Conclave 2017 Development Team, works with the NYPTA Greater New York Legislative Task Force and is the NYPTA Public Policy Committee Student Liaison. Jenna aspires to be a physical therapist for amateur and professional performers to help ensure long, healthy careers. To learn more, please check out her website: www.jennafkantor.wixsite.com/jkpt Resources discussed on this show: Matthew Villegas Website Matthew Villegas Facebook   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen  

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, Jenna Kantor, DPT guest hosts and interviews Tameka Duncan on physical therapy for high school athletes. Dr. Tameka Duncan, DPT, Cert. MDT is a licensed physical therapist. It is one of her greatest passions to impact people's lives daily through preventative and rehabilitative services by helping restore quality of life and improve overall function through physical therapy services. In this episode, we discuss: -Why Tameka is passionate about working with high school athletes -The experience needed to treat high school athletes -How Tameka has established expertise and rapport with athletes in her community -And so much more!   Memorable Quotes from this episode:   “A knowledge of the sport and some continuing ed classes are needed.”   “They have a vision, they have a reason and they are motivated to get back to whatever that sport is.”   “I’ll just let my results and my reputation speak for themselves.”   For more information on Tameka: Dr. Tameka Duncan PT, DPT, Cert. MDT is a licensed physical therapist in Clarksville, TN. One of Dr. Duncan’s greatest passions is physical therapy. She loves fostering change through preventative and rehabilitative services. She takes great pride in helping restore patient’s quality of life and improving their overall function to return to the things they love doing most. Dr. Duncan attended Howard University in Washington, DC where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree (2005) in Health Science with a concentration in pre-physical therapy. She later went on to attend the University of Maryland- Baltimore in Baltimore, MD where she obtained her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (2010). Dr. Duncan has worked in a variety of settings throughout her practicing career. She spent 8 years in the outpatient orthopedic setting and recently transitioned to the home health setting, while starting her own mobile physical therapy practice, Vitality Sport & Rehab, LLC. Dr. Duncan’s area of specialty is treatment of the spine, to include both the neck and the back. Dr. Duncan obtained extensive training in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) obtaining her MDT Certification in January 2017. Dr. Duncan is also very experienced and enjoys treating various injuries sustained by the young athlete to the aging geriatric. In her spare time, Dr. Duncan enjoys spending time with her husband, her family/friends, working out, attending church, salsa dancing, mentoring youth, and spending quality time with herself. She loves fitness and has participated in several physique competitions. She is also a Beautycounter consultant, a skincare/makeup line that aims to get safer products into hands of everyone. Dr. Duncan best describes herself as a down to earth, outgoing, fun loving person that enjoys meeting and experiencing various people and cultures. For more information on Jenna: Jenna Kantor (co-founder) is a bubbly and energetic girl who was born and raised in Petaluma, California. Growing up, she trained and performed ballet throughout the United States. After earning a BA in Dance and Drama at the University of California, Irvine, she worked professionally in musical theatre for 15+ years with tours, regional theatres, & overseas (www.jennakantor.com) until she found herself ready to move onto a new chapter in her life – a career in Physical Therapy. Jenna is currently in her 3rd year at Columbia University’s Physical Therapy Program. She is also a co-founder of the podcast, “Physiotherapy Performance Perspectives,” has an evidence-based monthly youtube series titled “Injury Prevention for Dancers,” is a NY SSIG Co-Founder, NYPTA Student Conclave 2017 Development Team, works with the NYPTA Greater New York Legislative Task Force and is the NYPTA Public Policy Committee Student Liaison. Jenna aspires to be a physical therapist for amateur and professional performers to help ensure long, healthy careers. To learn more, please check out her website: www.jennafkantor.wixsite.com/jkpt Resources discussed on this show: SFMA Website Vitality Sport and Rehab Facebook   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen    

LIVE from the Private Practice Section Annual Conference in Colorado Springs, Colorado, I am joined by Dan Mills to chat about humanitarian work. Dan Mills, PT, currently serves on the Board of Directors of the American Physical Therapy Association. He is the sole owner of Performance Rehab Clinics, a multisite, PT-owned, outpatient PT business in Salt Lake City. In this episode, we discuss: -How Dan became involved in humanitarian work -Characteristics to look for in humanitarian work -How to make a lasting impact in the communities that you serve -A few considerations before engaging in philanthropy -And so much more!   “Every wheelchair user deserves the right to be examined and fitted by a physical therapist.”   “I waited for the right opportunity.”   “You have to find a fixable problem.”   “We have to find a way to reframe it so it’s not medical tourism.”   “Finding out what they need rather than us impose our western view of what they need is a really, really difficult thing.”   “There are so many solvable problems out there.”   For more information on Dan: Dan Mills, PT, currently serves on the Board of Directors of the American Physical Therapy Association. He is the sole owner of Performance Rehab Clinics, a multisite, PT-owned, outpatient PT business in Salt Lake City. His practice focus is general orthopedics and occupational medicine. He is passionate about Ironman triathlons, backcountry skiing, fly-fishing, and family. He just completed his tenth humanitarian trip to Africa and his third full Ironman. He has served on APTA committees including Finance and CSM Review (on behalf of PPS). He has also served as PPS Treasurer and Vice President. Resources discussed on this show: Dan Mills Twitter Performance Rehab Clinics Website Motivation UK Website US Aid Website APTA Pro Bono Opportunities  NetHealth Free Online Community Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen    

On this episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, Jenna Kantor, DPT guest hosts and interviews Carrie Callahan and Matthew Bremekamp on the non-profit Empower SCI: a residential rehabilitation program for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Carrie Callahan is a physical therapist and one of the founders of Empower SCI and Matthew Bremekamp was a participant in the program who has now become a mentor with Empower SCI. In this episode, we discuss: -Empower SCI’s mission to integrate patients back into their community -The benefits of volunteering with a non-profit -A multitude of ways to get involved and support Empower SCI -Carrie and Matthew’s favorite memories while working with Empower SCI -And so much more!   “A lot of the topics that are covered in inpatient rehab are vital to survival but not necessarily knowing how to enjoy life once again.”   “Those seeds were planted and the information that was given to him years ago as a participant has literally rolled into this full, meaningful, substantive existence for him that he could come back and share.”   “The power of the human spirit is the biggest thing that I’ve learned about during the time we’ve had Empower.”   “Look at life more of as a why not instead of a why.”   For more information on Carrie: Carrie Callahan has practiced physical therapy for over 12 years, graduating from Ithaca College in 2003. She currently specializes in seating, positioning and wheeled mobility, earning her Assistive Technology Professional Certification in 2015, and now holds a position as Territory Sales Manager for Permobil, TiLite and ROHO products in the Boston area. She has a passion for teaching manual wheelchair skills, and has led Empower SCI in teaching these skills at Abilities Expos and through day courses for students, therapists and wheelchair-users in the Long Island and Boston communities. She also enjoys taking part in the adaptive sports community through Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers, and in January of 2016, she was part of a team of one doctor and three clinicians who pioneered the monthly Adaptive Sports Medicine Clinic at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. At Empower, she is co-founder and president of the program, leader of wheelchair skills activities, leader of the Knobby Tire Ride and Roll Fall fundraiser, coordinates participant applications and communications, and loves to co-lead the Back on Board surfing event each July with the Testaverde Foundation.   For more information on Empower SCI: Empower SCI is a non-profit corporation established to enable individuals with spinal cord injuries to lead happier, more meaningful and more independent lives. Empower SCI seeks to fill the gap in the rehabilitation industry that has been created by a decrease in length of stays at rehabilitation hospitals and outpatient services during the recovery from a spinal cord injury. Through community outreach and a two week residential rehabilitation program at Stony Brook University in Long Island, NY, Empower SCI will provide the knowledge, tools, strength, and support that individuals with spinal cord injuries need to thrive.   For more information on Jenna: Jenna Kantor (co-founder) is a bubbly and energetic girl who was born and raised in Petaluma, California. Growing up, she trained and performed ballet throughout the United States. After earning a BA in Dance and Drama at the University of California, Irvine, she worked professionally in musical theatre for 15+ years with tours, regional theatres, & overseas (www.jennakantor.com) until she found herself ready to move onto a new chapter in her life – a career in Physical Therapy. Jenna is currently in her 3rd year at Columbia University’s Physical Therapy Program. She is also a co-founder of the podcast, “Physiotherapy Performance Perspectives,” has an evidence-based monthly youtube series titled “Injury Prevention for Dancers,” is a NY SSIG Co-Founder, NYPTA Student Conclave 2017 Development Team, works with the NYPTA Greater New York Legislative Task Force and is the NYPTA Public Policy Committee Student Liaison. Jenna aspires to be a physical therapist for amateur and professional performers to help ensure long, healthy careers. To learn more, please check out her website: www.jennafkantor.wixsite.com/jkpt   Resources discussed on this show: Empower SCI Website Empower SCI Facebook Empower SCI Twitter Matthew Bremekamp LinkedIn Matthew Bremekamp Twitter Matthew Bremekamp Facebook Carrie Callahan Facebook   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen