APTA Orthopedics Podcasts - Previously Ortho Static — Podkasts

What 120+ ACL Studies Reveal About Re-Injury Risk & Confidence 03.06.2026 45min

Join hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody for the next episode of Did You Know?, featuring guest Mark Paterno, PT, PhD, Clinical Scientist and Senior Clinical Director at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. In this episode, Mark shares groundbreaking research on ACL re-injury risk — including the surprising finding that athletes who meet return-to-sport criteria AND have high knee-related confidence are 10 times more likely to sustain a second ACL injury. The conversation digs into the biopsychosocial factors influencing outcomes, the importance of guiding athletes through the full return-to-sport continuum, and exciting pilot data on "booster visits" — intermittent PT check-ins after discharge — that may improve patient-reported outcomes, physical activity levels, and long-term sports participation. If you work with post-ACL patients, this episode will challenge how you think about criteria, confidence, and your role beyond the clinic.Target Audience: Orthopedic physical therapists, sports physical therapists, pediatric physical therapists, athletic trainers, sports medicine clinicians, physical therapy researchers, physical therapy educators, student physical therapists

What It’s Really Like Being a DPT Student with Carsten “Bergie” Bergersen 20.05.2026 35min

Join hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody for the next episode of Did You Know?, featuring guest Carsten “Bergie” Bergersen — better known to many viewers as “Bergie” from Love Island USA and The Traitors.In this episode, Bergie shares his unexpected journey from reality television to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy student at the University of Mary. He discusses what inspired him to pursue physical therapy, his experiences during clinical rotations, lessons learned from working with patients, and how his time on reality TV shaped his communication and listening skills in healthcare.Jill and Lori also explore:* What physical therapy school is really like* Clinical education and patient experiences* Lessons from APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting (CSM)* Balancing public attention with graduate school* Advice for current and future DPT students* Finding your path in physical therapy practiceWhether you’re a PT student, clinician, educator, or reality TV fan curious about healthcare careers, this episode offers an honest and entertaining look inside the life of a future physical therapist.???? Like and subscribe for more conversations on physical therapy research, practice, leadership, and education from APTA Orthopedics.Target Audience:Physical therapy students, Pre-PT students exploring the profession, Early career physical therapists, PT educators and clinical instructors, Fans of Love Island USA interested in Bergie’s career journey, Healthcare students balancing unique career paths, APTA Orthopedics members

Tommy John Surgery Evolution and Athlete Expectations | Dr. Neal ElAttrache 22.04.2026 16min

Join ESPN’s Stephania Bell, PT, OCS Emeritus, CSCS, as she sits down at the TPC Team Physician Controversies Meeting with Dr. Neal ElAttrache — orthopedic surgeon at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Head Team Physician for the Los Angeles Rams, and Medical Director for the Los Angeles Dodgers.In this conversation, Dr. ElAttrache discusses the evolution of Tommy John surgery since its origins with Dr. Frank Jobe, how surgical techniques and rehabilitation have advanced, and the ongoing challenges created by increasing demands in sport. He also explores how elite athlete recoveries influence patient expectations and highlights the importance of collaboration between surgeons and physical therapists.Physical therapists will learn about:- Evolution of Tommy John surgery since 1974- Demands of throwing athletes on the UCL- Advances in surgical technique and outcomes- Managing expectations shaped by elite athlete recovery- Differences between professional and developing athletes- PT’s role in optimizing recovery and protecting outcomesTarget Audience:Orthopedic and sports physical therapists, athletic trainers, sports medicine clinicians, strength and conditioning coaches, rehab directors, PT students, and sports science professionals.

OCS Exam Prep Elbow Case Scenario 25.03.2026 9min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore a lateral elbow pain case involving a 42-year-old female with chronic symptoms. Learn how to differentiate local musculoskeletal versus neural contributions, interpret range of motion and strength deficits, select evidence-based interventions, and determine appropriate next steps when conservative care does not resolve symptoms. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing clinical reasoning for upper extremity conditions.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Lumbar Spine Case Scenario 25.03.2026 9min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Review a 73-year-old female presenting with new-onset lumbar spine pain following hospitalization and prolonged bed rest. Learn how to identify red flags, interpret systemic factors, apply evidence-based interventions, and distinguish interventions that are not recommended for non-specific low back pain.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Hip Case Scenario 25.03.2026 9min

Aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists, review a 42-year-old female with insidious lateral hip pain. Learn how to assess greater trochanteric pain syndrome, apply special tests, plan evidence-based interventions, and interpret prognosis and adjunctive therapies.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Hamstring Case Scenario 24.03.2026 7min

Aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists, review a 32-year-old male soccer player presenting with an acute posterior thigh injury. Learn how to assess hamstring strains, differentiate biceps femoris involvement, apply clinical practice guidelines, and implement evidence-based interventions for pain management and future injury prevention.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Ankle Case Scenario 24.03.2026 9min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore an acute ankle sprain case involving a 23-year-old male with a recent inversion injury. Learn how to apply assessment techniques, interpret exam findings, utilize clinical prediction rules, and plan evidence-based interventions. This case emphasizes ankle joint mechanics, nerve involvement, and strategies for optimizing recovery while reducing re-injury risk.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Concussion Case Scenario 24.03.2026 10min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore a concussion case involving a 16-year-old male with post-traumatic symptoms. Learn how to assess musculoskeletal, cervical, and vestibular-ocular motor impairments, interpret exam findings, and implement safe interventions and activity pacing strategies. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing clinical reasoning for post-concussion management.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Shoulder Case Scenario 24.03.2026 11min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore a shoulder case involving a 45-year-old female with insidious onset shoulder pain. Learn how to interpret exam findings, monitor progression, and adjust interventions appropriately for patients with subacromial and capsular issues. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Cervical Spine Case Scenario 3 23.03.2026 8min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore a cervical spine case involving a 62-year-old male presenting after a traumatic fall. Learn how to identify key red flags, interpret exam findings, and determine appropriate interventions and safety strategies to support patients with recent trauma. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing your clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Cervical Spine Case Scenario 2 23.03.2026 10min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore a cervical spine case involving a 55-year-old male with neck and upper extremity symptoms. Learn how to interpret exam findings, apply clinical reasoning, and determine appropriate manual therapy and home exercise strategies for a patient with radicular presentations. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing your clinical decision-making.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audiencephysical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

OCS Exam Prep Cervical Spine Case Scenario 1 19.03.2026 10min

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!Explore a cervical spine case involving a 25-year-old female with chronic neck pain and headaches. Learn how to identify cervicogenic headache, interpret key exam findings, and apply evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes. Perfect for OCS prep and clinical reasoning practice.Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case SeriesCheck out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenariosTarget Audience:physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

Achilles Tendinopathy: Loading, Pain Monitoring, and Return to Sport 18.03.2026 39min

Join hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody for the eighth episode of Did You Know?, featuring guest Karen Grävare Silbernagel, PT, PhD, Professor and Associate Chair at the University of Delaware, licensed Physical Therapist, Certified Athletic Trainer, and internationally recognized clinical scientist in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.In this episode, Dr. Silbernagel shares decades of research and clinical insight on Achilles tendinopathy, focusing on what truly matters in rehabilitation. The conversation covers progressive loading, the pain monitoring model, return-to-running decision making, and key findings from a recent international Delphi study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.Target Audience:Physical therapists, sports physical therapists, orthopedic clinicians, rehabilitation professionals, physical therapy educators, athletic trainers, and physical therapy students interested in evidence-based management of Achilles tendinopathy.

What Every PT Needs to Know About the 2025 Hip OA CPG 04.03.2026 40min

Join hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody for Episode 8 of Did You Know?, featuring 2025 Hip Osteoarthritis Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) authors Keelan Enseki and RobRoy Martin.In this episode, the authors take a deeper dive into the latest Hip OA CPG, discussing what’s new, what’s changed, and how physical therapists can apply these evidence-based recommendations in real-world practice. Topics include diagnosis, outcome measures, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, dry needling, aquatic therapy, and clinical decision-making for patients with hip osteoarthritis.Whether you treat hip OA regularly or want to stay current with best practices, this conversation offers practical insights straight from the guideline authors.Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Orthopedic Physical Therapists, Sports Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Educators and Students, Clinicians treating patients with hip osteoarthritis, Healthcare professionals interested in evidence-based practice

Pickleball Injuries and Rehabilitation: What Physical Therapists Should Know 18.02.2026 58min

Pickleball participation is growing rapidly, and with it, unique injury patterns are emerging across all ages and skill levels.In Part 2 of this two-part APTA Orthopedics podcast series, host Dhinu Jayaseelan is joined by Dr. Eric Hegedus to discuss common pickleball injuries, how to diagnose them, and strategies for rehabilitation and prevention.This episode explores load management, footwork and positioning, upper and lower extremity injuries, eye protection, dual-tasking, plyometrics, and sport-specific rehabilitation considerations. Clinicians will gain practical insights for helping patients return to sport safely, reduce injury risk, and optimize performance—whether they’re beginners or competitive players.???? Part 1 covers pickleball participation, movement patterns, skill development, training, and early risk factors.

Pickleball Participation: What Physical Therapists Should Know 04.02.2026 42min

Pickleball participation has grown rapidly across age groups and skill levels, bringing new opportunities—and new considerations—for physical therapists.In Part 1 of this two-part APTA Orthopedics podcast series, host Dhinu Jayaseelan, PT, DPT, DHSc, OCS, FAAOMPT is joined by Dr. Eric Hegedus to break down who is playing pickleball, why the sport has exploded in popularity, and what PTs should understand about its physical demands.This episode explores movement patterns, footwork, cardiovascular load, skill development, training considerations, nutrition and hydration, and early risk factors that may influence injury. These insights help clinicians better prepare patients for safe participation and performance—before injuries occur.Stay tuned for Part 2 where we'll dive deeper into pickleball-specific injuries, diagnosis, rehabilitation, and prevention strategies

Blurring the Lines of Expertise: A Specialist’s Confession Learned from Cervicogenic Dizziness 28.01.2026 51min

In the final episode of the Stanley Paris Webinar Series, hosted by APTA Orthopedics, Rob Landel, PT, DPT, OCS, FAPTA, reflects on a career dedicated to clinical excellence and specialization—while challenging the limitations of rigid practice silos. Using cervicogenic dizziness and concussion management as a case study, Dr. Landel explores how complex patient presentations demand integrated, cross-specialty thinking that spans orthopedic, neurologic, vestibular, and exercise-based care.This presentation examines the evolution of physical therapy specialization, the role of residency and fellowship education, and why hybrid expertise is essential for managing multifactorial conditions such as concussion, persistent dizziness, chronic pain, and long COVID. Dr. Landel encourages clinicians at all stages of their careers to pursue specialization while remaining curious, collaborative, and committed to lifelong learning in service of their patients and the profession.Target Audience:Orthopedic physical therapists, neurologic physical therapists, vestibular physical therapists, sports physical therapists, residency- and fellowship-trained clinicians, early-career PTs, DPT students, clinical educators, mentors, residency and fellowship faculty, physical therapists treating concussion, dizziness, and complex multisystem conditions

CSM 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Networking and Sessions for PTs & Students 21.01.2026 40min

Join hosts Jill Thein-Nissenbaum and Lori Thein Brody for the seventh episode of Did You Know?, featuring Dr. Brian Eckenrode, as they dive into everything you need to know about APTA Orthopedics’ Combined Sections Meeting (CSM). From navigating hundreds of educational sessions and posters, to networking opportunities, special interest groups (SIGs), and must-know tips for first-time attendees, this episode is packed with insights for PT students, new grads, and experienced clinicians alike. Learn how to make the most of your CSM experience, whether you’re interested in outpatient orthopedics, pain management, or just expanding your professional network.Key Takeaways for PTs & Students:- Plan & Prioritize: Learn how to navigate CSM efficiently, select sessions, and make the most of on-demand content.- Network Strategically: Tips for connecting with leaders, SIGs, and fellow students to create long-term professional opportunities.- Explore & Grow: Step outside your comfort zone with new topics, hot sessions, and combined programming to expand your clinical knowledge.Target Audience:Physical therapists, PT students, new graduates, orthopedic PTs, sports medicine PTs, outpatient PTs, APTA members, continuing education seekers, PT educators, musculoskeletal PT specialists

Understanding the Veterinary Ecosystem: Integrating Physical Therapists Into Animal Care Teams 17.12.2025 1h

Join us for this session in the Animal PT Webinar Series, hosted by Sasha Foster, PT, MS, President of the Animal PT SIG (https://sashaafoster.com), with special guests Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw and Dr. Ilana Struble, MA, DVM, CVSMT, CCRT, CVAT (www.awelladjustedpet.com), respected leaders in veterinary orthopedics, sports medicine, and animal rehabilitation.This conversation gives physical therapists a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how veterinary clinics truly operate and what it takes to successfully integrate into the veterinary care team. The panel discusses real-world collaboration between PTs and veterinarians, diagnostic challenges in animal medicine, and the skills PTs need to build credibility, confidence, and trust in the veterinary ecosystem.You’ll hear practical insights from experienced clinicians on communication, clinical reasoning, and navigating referrals while keeping the pet’s best interest at the center of care.What You’ll Learn:✓ How veterinary clinics function day to day✓ What veterinarians expect from physical therapists✓ How to communicate effectively with veterinarians and specialists✓ Why diagnoses may change and how PTs should respond✓ Ways to build trust, confidence, and long-term collaboration in animal practiceTarget Audience:Physical therapists, animal physical therapists, veterinary rehabilitation professionals, PT students, animal rehab clinicians, sports medicine PTs, veterinarians, veterinary specialists, animal rehab educators