Host Stephen Merchant PT, DPT, NCS is joined by Dr. Linda Horn PT, DScPT, MHS, FNAP and Dr. Pamela Dunlap DPT, PhD for a discussion related to Dynamic Visual Acuity Testing.
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In this episode, host Kevin Vinnaco is joined by Anushka Shiell, National Director of Programs and Services of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). Anushka discusses the APDA’s programs and services that support patients, families, caregivers, and professionals. They discuss valuable resources developed by APDA such as the Let’s Keep Moving Webinar Series, and Good Start. This episode …
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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Emily Fox, DPT, MHS, PhD and Dr. Jessica Dunn, PT, DPT, NCS. Their group was the recipients of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group (SCI SIG) Poster Award at APTA CSM 2026 in Anaheim, California. If you weren’t able to attend CSM this year, this episode is a great …
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In this episode, host Ken Vinacco is joined by CSM 2026 DD SIG Platform Award winner Franchino Porciuncula. They discuss this study on use of RAS for improving gait automaticity in people with PD. In this study, Dr. Porciuncula explored the possible mechanisms by which RAS works. We also learn more about FNIRS technology for …
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In this episode, we’re sharing an edited audio recording of our DD SIG educational session from March 2026, during which we talked to 3 experts about fatigue in neurodegenerative diseases. Our panel includes Vanina Dal Bello-Haas who focuses on fatigue in ALS, Herb Karpatkin discussing fatigue in MS, and Maggie Abbott who covers fatigue in PD. The …
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In this episode, host Ken Vinacco is joined by CSM 2026 DD SIG Poster Award winner Paria Darbandsari. They discuss her study on the effects of telerehabilitation on Parkinson’s Disease including what telerehabilitation methods have been studied, and what potential benefits it may have. If you are interested in expanding access to care, especially for those with Parkinson’s, …
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In this episode, host Ken Vinacco interviews Mission MSA CEO Joe Lindahl, and DD SIG liaison physical therapist Lindsay Beatty to share how the organization champions connection, education and research related to Multiple System Atrophy. Join us to learn more about this rare neurodegenerative disease and discover resources to help empower your patients. For more …
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In this interview conducted in March 2026, Dr. Terry Ellis, PT, PhD, FAPTA, NCS shares her career trajectory and research experience related to neurologic physical therapy. Having delivered the 2026 Anne Shumway-Cook Lecture at CSM, she is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy and Director of the Center for Neurorehabilitation at …
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In this episode, created in collaboration with ANPT’s Assistive Technology and Wheeled Mobility (ATSWM) SIG, host Chris Buke is joined by AT/SWM SIG Chair Wendy Koesters and special guest Pam Glazener to discuss wheeled seating considerations for people living with ALS. Drawing from their experience in specialized wheelchair clinics, Wendy and Pam share practical insights …
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Get ready for a slam dunk! Join our podcast team members Madison Catalano, Ken Vinacco, and Sara Zoeller as they discuss the degenerative diseases programming at this year’s CSM in Anaheim, CA. This podcast highlights talks to help you plan your best “February Madness” experience. The DD SIG committee and members of the 4D podcast …
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