SCI Chats Episode 14: The KAFO Conversation

In this episode, we’re joined by Christina (Chris) Burke, PT, DPT, MS, Maghan Bretz, PT, MPT, NCS, and Annie Tapp PT, DPT, PhD, Cert. MDT, NCS to discuss gait training in complete SCI, the role of knee-ankle-foot orthoses (KAFOs) and more advanced gait technologies, and what we’re teaching PT students. This discussion began on the NeuroPT listserv. Click here …

Stroke SIG: International Physical Therapy Engagement – Episode 30

In this episode, host Marissa Moran, PT, DPT is joined by Dr. Dennis Fell, PT, MD for a conversation to discuss Dr. Fell’s career path and vast experiences with collaborations in the international physical therapy sphere. Dr. Fell is a clinician, author, and internationally recognized educator – and also serves on the Stroke SIG leadership …

Seating and Wheeled Mobility SIG: Adapted Sports- Episode 3

Kendra Betz, MSPT, ATP shares her experience with Veterans Association and Ride Custom Seating manufacturer’s representative on application of seating to adapted sports equipment configuration and athlete education.  Wendy Koesters, PT, ATP/SMS as the interviewer gives perspective from community based therapists role both clinically and as a volunteer. See attached supplemental resource sheet. The Seating …

Stroke SIG: An Argument Against (?!) Neuroplasticity – Episode 29

The Student Corner of the Stroke SIG (Ben Lindaman, Pam Bosch, and Dana Kohl) assisted with this podcast idea, challenging our thoughts regarding neuroplasticity and how functional improvements occur. This podcast will likely be enjoyed by both students and clinicians. We would love to hear your thoughts on this podcast! We look forward to discussing …

Stroke SIG: Neurotechnology and Stroke Rehab – A Student-Focused Episode – Episode 28

The Student Corner of the Stroke SIG (Ben Lindaman, Pam Bosch, and Dana Kohl) took a question from a student regarding the role of neurotechnology in stroke rehabilitation. This podcast discusses the evidence behind some of the neurotechnology you may (or may not have!) heard of to support the recovery of those with neurologic impairments. …

Stroke SIG: Spasticity After Stroke: A Student-Focused Episode – Episode 27

Dr. Dana Kahl, PT, DPT, EdD and Dr. Benton Lindaman, PT, DPT answer a question a student submitted to the Stroke SIG regarding spasticity after stroke. They discuss assessment and management of flaccidity and spasticity within this episode. This discussion may be helpful for both students and PTs/PTAs alike! Note: This podcast used Artificial Intelligence …

SCI Chats Episode 10: Guide to CSM 2025

In our newest CHATs episode “SCI SIG’s Guide to CSM”, we talk with SIG chair, Casey Kandilakis, about the exciting content being offered in Houston. We will also review events and places to meet with SCI SIG leadership and fellow SIG members to network and share ideas!

Evidence Elevates – The Moving Forward Task Force Wrap Up

In this final episode of the Moving Forward Task Force podcast, Evidence Elevates, we summarize close to 4 years of work. We hope you enjoy the podcast and find the resources we created useful!  This episode summarized:  Part 1 with Karren Knowlton and Ryan Knight: Discussion of an international survey assessing the use of contemporary …

Stroke SIG: Capacity vs. Performance – Episode 25

In this episode, host Marissa Moran, PT, DPT is joined by Dr. Carey Holleran, MPT, DHS to discuss her article “Improvement in the Capacity for Activity Versus Improvement in Performance of Activity in Daily Life During Outpatient Rehabilitation.” This article was published within the JNPT in January 2023. Activity capacity is what a person is …

Essential Entry-Level Competencies to Prepare Clinicians for Success in Neurologic Physical
Therapy Practice

In this episode, we speak to Dorian Rose, one of the authors of the recently published article onessential competencies in entry-level neurologic physical therapist education (article video link:https://links.lww.com/JNPT/A427). Dr. Rose discusses the benefits of competency-basededucation for a variety of critical areas, including accountability and flexibility. She explains howthe seven essential competency domains can guide academic …