PT Good Podcast

PT Good Episode 24 - Running Training

Hello, and welcome back to the PT Good Podcast! On today's episode, Kane and Mark discuss running training and preparing clients to run. Beginner to intermediate programing, cross training, and load and volume management are all discussed in this episode, as well as many other topics. If you work with runners or are interested in starting running, this episode is for you! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are our personal beliefs and do not reflect those of our employers or any other professional organizations.

PT Good Episode 23 - Intro to Managing Runners

Welcome to the PT Good Podcast! Today's episode marks our first in our series on treating runners and running related injuries. We discuss common injuries, how they're addressed, and fundamentals in running rehab. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are our personal beliefs and do not reflect those of our employers or any other professional organizations.

PT Good Episode 22 - MDT Overview

What is Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, also known as 'McKenzie'? Is it a treatment method, assessment tool, or both? Is it just extension? Why does simply bending backwards help some people, but not others? Join Kane and Mark on today's episode of the PT Good Podcast as they discuss MDT and how it has influenced their practice as physical therapists. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are our personal beliefs and do not reflect those of our employers or any other professional organizations.

PT Good Episode 21 - Directional Preference for Spine

Directional preference is a commonly known term and observed phenomenon for most physical therapists. Despite this, the use of directional preference in spine care may not be optimal. In today's episode of the PT Good Podcast, Kane and Mark discuss using directional preference as an impairment to be treated. They discuss placing it at the top of your hierarchy impairments, and exhausting directional preference before moving on to other impairments. They also discuss exactly what 'clearing the spine' means to them and using the EXPOSS study to determine if a patient's extremity pain could be related to their spine. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are our personal beliefs and do not reflect those of our employers or any other professional organizations.

PT Good Episode 20 - Directional Preference

Today we discuss directional preference, arguably the most important treatment classification. Kane and Mark discuss their thoughts on directional preference being an impairment that much be addressed, similar to reduced range of motion or strength. They each give their own opinions on how they address directional preferences and key aspects of the subjective and objective exam that may signify that a patient has directional preference. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are our personal beliefs and do not reflect those of our employers or any other professional organizations.