ANPT Spinal Cord Injury Chats

Episodi

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  SCI Chats Episode 14: The KAFO Conversation 12.08.2026 48min

  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 if you'd like to learn more or join the listserv. Please send comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected]. The SCI Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.
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  SCI Chats Episode 13: Interview with Dr. Emily Fox and Dr. Jessica Dunn 28.07.2026 17min

  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 opportunity to hear Dr. Dunn and Dr. Fox discuss their group's research, "Enhanced Respiratory Motor Plasticity Following Acute Intermittent Hypercapnic Hypoxia in Spinal Cord Injury." Tune in to learn more about this exciting area of SCI research! Please send comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected] The SCI Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.
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  SCI Chats Episode 12: Guide to CSM 2026 23.01.2026 10min

  In this CHATs episode “SCI SIG’s Guide to CSM”, we talk with SIG chair, Casey Kandilakis, about the exciting content being offered at APTA CSM in Anaheim, CA. We will also review events and places to meet with SCI SIG leadership and fellow SIG members to network and share ideas! SCI-SIG-Guide-to-CSM-2026Download
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  SCI Chats Episode 11: Interview with Katie Blackburn about program development and quality 03.05.2025 32min

  Join us as we talk with Katie Blackburn, PT, DPT, NCS, MSHQS about SCI program development and quality initiatives to improve care. Please send comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected] The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.
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  SCI Chats Episode 10: Guide to CSM 2025 20.01.2025 17min

  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! SCI-SIG-Guide-to-CSM-2025Download
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  SCI Chats Episode 9: Interview with Pete Anziano about parenting after SCI 08.08.2024 29min

  Join us in this episode, where we speak with Pete Anziano as he shares his experiences of life as a dad after his spinal cord injury. Pete provides valuable insights for physical therapists and others living with SCI about the parenting journey as a dad who rolls. The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is a part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy. For more information, visit www.neuropt.org. Please send any comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected]
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  SCI Chats Episode 8: Interview with Tori Fallgren about CRT 28.04.2024 16min

  In our newest episode, we talk with physical therapist, Tori Fallgren, about complex rehab technology, and the advocacy efforts that make a huge impact in the lives of individuals with SCI. Join host, Kristen Cezat, as she and Tori discuss the recent "win" in advocacy efforts related to power wheelchair seat elevation and so much more. APTA Advocacy Win: Power Seat Elevation: https://www.apta.org/news/2023/05/19/power-elevation-ncd
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  SCI Chats Episode 7: Guide to CSM 2024 31.01.2024 11min

  It's that time of year again! Join Kristen Cezat and SCI SIG chair, Casey Kandilakis, as they discuss this year’s content and events for CSM 2024 in Boston, MA February 15-17.  Learn about neurology and spinal cord injury content that you won’t want to miss as well as opportunities to meet the SCI SIG leadership at various events to see what the SIG is all about!
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  SCI Chats Episode 6: Interview with 3 PTs 03.01.2024 18min

  In this episode, we will talk with three physical therapists, Lauren Jefferies, Uzair Hammad, and Brittany Rohan about what drew them into spinal cord injury rehabilitation as students, during neurological residency, and what keeps them coming back to SCI rehab years later. Please send comments or questions on this podcast to the APTA ANPT SCI SIG at [email protected] The SCI SIG is a part of the APTA Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy. www.neuropt.org
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  SCI Chats Episode 5: Interview with Kaci Handlery and Dana Kahl about adaptive fitness 26.09.2023 17min

  Join us as we talk with Dr. Kaci Handlery and Dr. Dana Kahl about how they have brought an innovative fitness opportunity to individuals living with SCI and their caregivers/partners in the community where they live! For more information about the SHIFT Arkansas program discussed in this episode, visit their website or contact Kaci Handlery at [email protected] https://sites.google.com/view/shift-ar/home?authuser=0 Please send comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected]. The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is a part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org
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  SCI Chats Episode 4: Guide to CSM 2023 06.02.2023 14min

  Join Kristen Cezat and Casey Kandilakis as they discuss this year’s content and events for CSM 2023 in San Diego, CA February 23-25.  Learn about neurology and spinal cord injury content that you won’t want to miss as well as opportunities to meet the SCI SIG leadership at various events to see what the SIG is all about! SCI-SIG-Guide-to-CSM-2023Download
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  SCI Chats Episode 3: Interview with Robert “Bob” Melia 26.01.2023 19min

  In this episode we interview Robert “Bob” Melia! Bob sustained a Complete Spinal cord injury at level C6 at age 19. He shares so much valuable insight on his journey from initial injury to leading the happy and successful life he does today. Bob is the Spinal Cord Injury Network Coordinator for Orlando Health , president of the Greater Orlando sci network which is a chapter of the untied spinal cord association, advisory council member for the department of health for brain and sci, and so so much more ! This episode is a must listen!
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  SCI Chats Episode 2: Interview with Geneva Brier 26.01.2023 20min

  Tune in for the latest SCI CHATs Episode! Join us for one episode of many where we interview a client living post spinal cord injury! Geneva shares many experiences, stories, and wisdom to improve clinicians’ understanding of patient perspectives while providing insightful tips for those currently sharing her experience of living with a spinal cord injury.
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  SCI Chats Episode 1: Get to Know Your SCI SIG Leadership 29.09.2022 14min

  Get to know the SCI SIG leadership: We talk with ANPT SCI SIG leadership to hear a little bit about their background, why they love treating clients with SCI, and why they chose to join the SCI SIG leadership team!  Thank you for listening to this interview brought you by the Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group. Formore information on this SIG and ANPT visit www.neuropt.org.