ANPT – Academy for Neurologic Physical Therapy Podcast

Interview with Dr. Edelle Field-Fote about her group's paper “ Characterizing the Experience of Spasticity after Spinal Cord Injury: A National Survey Project of the Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems Centers” published in Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in 2022. Join DiSCIS hosts Kristen Cezat, PT, DPT, NCS and Uzair Hammad, PT, DPT as we learn more about this new and exciting work! For the transcript of the podcast click here. 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.

Host Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT is joined by Jennith Bernstein, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS of the Assistive Technology/Seated and Wheeled Mobility SIG to discuss wheelchair prescription for the neurologic population and the important role physical therapists have in this process. Disclosure: Dr. Bernstein is a Clinical Affairs Manager for Permobil. Resources on this topic are listed below: Sample seating and mobility evaluation: Seating/Mobility Evaluation (methodistonline.org) Permobil LMN generator: LMN Login (permobillmn.com) RESNA position papers: RESNA > Resources > Position Papers and Service Provision Guidelines Textbook: Seating and Wheeled Mobility textbook by Lange & Minkel: Seating and Wheeled Mobility: A Clinical Resource Guide (healio.com) Continuing education, CEUs: Through APTA 10-course series for beginners, free for members and non-members, provided through Clinician Task Force and APTA AT/SWM SIG Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Education Center: Interactive Courses (anpteducationcenter.org) Continuing education previously recorded webinars from International Seating Symposium: RSTCE: On-Demand Webinars (pitt.edu) The information in this podcast is meant for the benefits of physical therapists. It is not meant for personal medical diagnosis and or treatment. Individuals should always consult an appropriate medical practitioner with questions. Please send comments or questions on this podcast to the Stroke SIG at [email protected] The Stroke Special Interest Group and Assistive Technology/Seating and Wheeled Mobility Special Interest Group are part of the Academy ofNeurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

Note to listeners: We want to hear from you! We value listener feedback and are always working to improve our podcast. Share your 4D podcast feedback with us here: https://forms.gle/NKAC5Lob5rxpZ3459 In this special 3-year anniversary episode of 4D, host Parm Padgett and DDSIG secretary and podcast editor Sara Zoeller dive into the world of neuro-rehab and the pet peeves that come along with it. From terminology to exercise intensity to balance, we hear from previous guests and board members about what they are itching to correct in neuro PT practice. Join us with special guests Anne Kloos, Jeannie Stephenson, Herb Karpatkin, Lori Quinn, Vanina Dal Bello-Hass, Judy Deutsch, Alicia Flach, Amy Yorke, and Julie Hershberg as they share their personal pet peeves when it comes to neuro rehabilitation. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org. Show notes To learn more about the Moving Forward/Evidence Elevates Task force, check out their site on the ANPT website here: https://neuropt.org/practice-resources/best-practice-initiatives-and-resources/moving-forward Guests Vanina Dal Bello-Haas PT, PhD Judy Deutsch PT, PhD Alicia Flach PT, DPT Julie Hershberg PT, DPT Herb Karpatkin PT, DSc Anne Kloos PT, PhD Lori Quinn PT, EdD Jeannie Stephenson PT, PhD Amy Yorke PT, PhD

Host Dr. Jackie Loeshelle is joined by Dr. Evan Cohen and Dr. Mark Manago to discuss blood flow restriction training for patients with neurologic deficits. During the interview, Drs. Cohen and Manago discuss how blood flow restriction works physiologically and evidence on using this intervention for individuals with a variety of neurologic diagnoses. They discuss how fatigue is often a limiting factor of exercise (for both strengthening and aerobic training) with patient with neurologic conditions, and that the addition of blood flow restriction may allow patients to be able to work at a higher intensity when fatigue is a barrier. Listen to learn more! Please send comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected] The Stroke Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, we highlight one of the winners of our poster awards at CSM 2022. Lindsay Fitchett talks to Chris Burke about her group’s systematic review of wearable sensors assessing balance and mobility in people with PD. They discuss themes from the review including differentiating PIGD and tremor-dominant subtypes, looking at fall risk, assessing movement strategies/transfers, and sensor-based interventions. They also discuss potential future avenues for sensors in rehab. The Degenerative Disease Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org

Dr. Carey was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2022. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in patients post-stroke. He also talks about his role as an educator and the impact we can make internationally. To listen to the full interview with Dr. Carey click here. To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org

Dr. Carey was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2022. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in patients post-stroke. He also talks about his role as an educator and the impact we can make internationally. To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org

Dr. Shields was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2021. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about his research in individuals with spinal cord injury including the management of hyperinsulinemia and neurogenic osteoporosis. He also shares information on epigenetics and the potential impact it could have on the future of physical therapy practice. To listen to the full interview with Richard Shields click here. To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org

Dr. Shields was the Anne Shumway Cook Lecture Awardee for CSM 2021. His credentials: PT, PhD, FAPTA. In the interview he talks about his research in individuals with spinal cord injury including the management of hyperinsulinemia and neurogenic osteoporosis. He also shares information on epigenetics and the potential impact it could have on the future of physical therapy practice. To learn more about the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy visit www.neuropt.org

In this episode, we highlight one of the winners of our poster awards at CSM 2022. Jason Longhurst talks to Katy McGraw about his research on gait characteristics in people with PD. His research looks at data from people without freezing, people with freezing on initiation, and people with non-initiation-type freezing. He discusses the role of gait variability in clinical presentation and expands on how this research might inform PT intervention and make interventions more specific to patients with different presentations in the future. The Degenerative Disease Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org Guest information: Jason Longhurst Ph.D., PT, DPT, NCS Assistant Professor St. Louis University Related Articles Ziegler K, Schroeteler F, Ceballos-Baumann AO, Fietzek UM. A new rating instrument to assess festination and freezing gait in Parkinsonian patients. Mov Disord. 2010 Jun 15;25(8):1012-8. doi: 10.1002/mds.22993. PMID: 20310009.

Host Maureen Clancy PT, DPT, OCS is joined by Dr. Edward Cho an Otolaryngologist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in a discussion of testing for vestibular hypofunction. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - neuropt.org.

Description: In this episode, we highlight the winners of our platform award at CSM 2022. Lori Quinn talks to Chris Burke about her team’s research on long-term PT follow up to promote exercise in people with HD. They discuss findings related to feasibility, participant engagement, and outcomes related to function, disease progress and physical activity during the year-long study. They also discuss innovative models to provide care for and do research with people with HD, and unique challenges in the HD population. Whether you missed it at CSM or are looking for bonus clinical insights beyond the platform, this is definitely worth a listen! The Degenerative Disease Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org Guest Information: Lori Quinn, PT, EdD Associate Professor of Movement Science & Kinesiology Teachers College, Columbia University Related Information/Links Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA): https://hdsa.org/ European HD Network: http://www.ehdn.org/ ENGAGE-HD workbook: http://www.ehdn.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ENGAGE-HD-Physical-Activity-Workbook-v2-UK.pdf PT/Exercise Resources: http://www.ehdn.org/physiotherapy-wg/#physioresources Enroll-HD: https://www.enroll-hd.org/ HD PRO-TRIAD: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3990832/ (Carlozzi NE, Victorson D, Sung V, et al. HD-PRO-TRIAD™ Validation: A Patient-reported Instrument for the Symptom Triad of Huntington's Disease. Tremor Other Hyperkinet Mov (N Y). 2014;4:223. Published 2014 Apr 14. doi:10.7916/D8PN93NZ) Unified Huntington’s Disease Rating Scale (UHDRS) https://www.sralab.org/rehabilitation-measures/unified-huntingtons-disease-rating-scale-uhdrs-tm

Spinal Cord Injury SIG: Interview with Dr. Giorgio Scivoletto about his group's paper "Reliability and validity of the international standards for neurological classification of spinal cord injury in patients with non-traumatic spinal cord lesions” published in Spinal Cord in 2021. Join DiSCIS hosts Kristen Cezat, PT, DPT, NCS and Uzair Hammad, PT, DPT as we learn more about this new and exciting work! For the transcript of the podcast click here. Any questions, comments, or suggestions for future topics/speakers, please reach out to Kristen Cezat at [email protected] T 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.

Dr. Robert Landel is a professor of clinical physical therapy in University of Southern California Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy (at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at USC), where he is the director of PT residency and fellowship programs.His clinical interests have been in cervicogenic dizziness and the diagnostic dilemma and management challenge posed by patients with persistent post-concussion symptoms. He has multiple courses developed for clinicians on his website https://skill-works.thinkific.com This podcast discusses the causes, examination and intervention strategies for people with cervicogenic dizziness.Below are the links to the citations in the podcast https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-source/vestibular-sig/cervicogenic-dizziness--robert-landel.docx The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - neuropt.org.

Discussion of the January 2022 JNPT article interview: "Fluid Cognition Relates to Locomotor Switching in Neurotypical Adults, Not Individuals After Stroke.": Balance and Falls SIG - Episode 9 In this episode from the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Balance and Falls Special Interest Group, Dr. Julie Schwertfeger interviews Dr. Darcy Reisman, Department Chair, Professor, and Academic Director, Neurologic & Older Adult Clinic at the University of Delaware. We discuss the research study, key concepts and measures used, and implications of the results for clinical practice. Resource Links: Delaware stroke research studies JNPT article NIH Toolbox Cognition Measures Please email any questions to [email protected]. The Balance and Falls Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

Strategies to Advance Practice – with Elissa Held Bradford In this episode, we highlight the article “Health Promotion and Wellness in Neurologic Physical Therapy: Strategies to Advance Practice” from the April 2022 issue of JNPT by Rafferty, et. al. Parm is joined by one of the authors, Elissa Held Bradford, to discuss how to implement health promotion and wellness topics into daily PT practice. They expand on the role of health promotion and wellness across multiple practice settings and delve into the healthcare delivery models outlined in the paper. The Degenerative Disease Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org

A Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) for PT management of PD was recently published in the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal in December, 2021. In this episode, Parm talks to Miriam Rafferty, an author of the CPG and co-chair of the CPG knowledge translation task force, about the development of this new guideline. They discuss the goals of the CPG and highlights intervention featured in the paper, as well as nuances about application to PT practice. This podcast gives both an introduction to the CPG for listeners who haven’t read it, and “behind the scenes” insights for listeners who have. If you are listening to this podcast before 3/28/22 and want to give the KT task force feedback, please fill out this survey: https://redcap.dial.sralab.org/surveys/?s=ARPCH7T8YR Show notes area available through this link. The Degenerative Disease Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org

Interview with Dr. Andrew Smith, PT, DPT, Ph.D. and Dr. Enrico Rejc, Ph.D about their paper recently published in the Experimental Brain Research. Their paper is titled “Spinal cord imaging markers and recovery of standing with epidural stimulation in individuals with clinically motor complete spinal cord injury.” Join DiSCIS hosts Kristen Cezat, PT, DPT, NCS and Uzair Hammad, PT, DPT as we learn more about this new and exciting work! If you wish to reach our speakers via social media:Andrew Smith Twitter: @DrAndrewCSmithEnrico Rejc Twitter: @VOParalysis (Victory over Paralysis) Any questions, comments, or suggestions for future topics/speakers, please reach out to Kristen Cezat at [email protected] The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org

Host Diron Cassidy, PT, GCS is joined by Courtney Hall PT, PhD and Wendy Carender, PT, NCS to discuss the recently published update of the clinical practice guideline for vestibular rehabilitation for peripheral vestibular hypofunction. Dr. Hall is a Research Health Scientist at the Mountain Home Hearing and Balance Research Program at the James Quillen VA Medical Center and Professor in the Physical Therapy Program at East Tennessee State University. Ms. Carender is a physical therapist in the Department of Otolaryngology, Michigan Medicine, in the University of Michigan Health System. Both are co-authors of the updated clinical practice guideline, which is published online and will be in the April issue of the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy. For more resources for the updated clinical practice guideline visit neuropt.org.​

Host Puja Agarwal PT, DPT, MHA is joined by Michael Schubert PT, PhD, FAPTA and Bela Buki MD, PhD to discuss their upcoming article "Prevalence of and Theoretical Explanation for Type 2 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. This will be published in the April edition of the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – neuropt.org.

In this episode, host Jackie Loeshelle is joined by Dr. Catherine Siengsukon, PT, PhD to discuss her article "Association Between Sleep Duration and Functional Disability in Inpatient Rehabilitation: A Pilot Observational Study". This interview highlights the important role of sleep in stroke recovery and how physical therapists should aim to assist patients in optimizing sleep. Listen to this episode to Read the article. Please send comments or questions this podcast to [email protected] The Stroke Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, Parm talks to the authors of the winners of the the DD SIG poster awards at the 2021 ANPT annual conference. Dr. Rashelle Hoffman discusses aspects of fatigue related to Multiple Sclerosis and Dr. Rebecca Martin discusses the effect of modeling and cueing on sit to stand transfers in individuals with Parkinson’s Disease. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, Parm talks to Mark Mañago about his recent publication in PTJ about the changing landscape of community exercise classes. Parm and Mark review the results of the study’s survey that asked exercise class participants with PD and exercise group leaders to identify facilitators and barriers to virtual and in-person class. They also discuss observed changes in activity level in the people surveyed. Parm and Mark brainstorm some real-world solutions to the barriers identified to help listeners start problem solving for their own classes and patients.

Puja Agrawal PT, DPT, MHA highlights the sessions that may be of interest to vestibular therapists during the APTA CSM in San Antonio, TX 2/2/22-2/5/22. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

Join ANPT Concussion Knowledge Translation Taskforce members Ethan Hood and Becky Bliss as they review the concussion educational opportunities scheduled for CSM 2022. To learn more about the work of the Concussion Knowledge Translation Taskforce visit the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy website at neuropt.org

In this episode, Rebecca talks to Rupal Patel, a founding member of the APTA Health Promotion and Wellness Council. They discuss the council and how it relates to patients with degenerative diseases. They highlight different areas of wellness and ideas for promoting healthy lifestyles at the individual, community, and society levels. Don’t miss these practical tips and resources for clinicians. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, the ANPT Brain Injury SIG speaks with Estelle Gallo about the locomotor CPG and how it can be utilized in clinical practice particularly in patients with brain injury. Estelle is a clinical specialist at Rusk Rehabilitation NYU Langone Health and serves on the Knowledge Translation Task Force for the locomotor CPG. For more information on the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy and the Brain Injury SIG, visit www.neuropt.org

In this episode, the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy (JNPT) partners with the ANPT Stroke Special Interest Group for an interview with Amanda DeMartino conducted by host Jackie Loeshelle. Dr. DeMartino is an author of a recently published article examining manual dexterity measures and their relationship to use of the paretic upper extremity in individuals with stroke. This article is included in the October 2021 issue of JNPT. Find more about this article here: https://journals.lww.com/jnpt/Abstract/2021/10000/Manual_Dexterity_Is_Associated_With_Use_of_the.7.aspx Link for podcast transcript: https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-source/stroke-sig/podcast_ep15.docx The Stroke Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org

In this episode, Parm talks to Dr. Zajac and Dr. Ellis about their paper in the October 2021 issue of JNPT “Are Mobile Persons With Parkinson Disease Necessarily More Active?” Parm dives into the methods and results with Dr. Zajac. Then, she zooms out to talk about big picture implications including measuring and defining performance and participation with Dr. Ellis. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, Katy talks to Heather Cianci, who works in University of Pennsylvania’s COPE (Comprehensive Outpatient Parkinsonism Evaluation) Clinic. They discuss the structure of this and other specialty clinics, the rehabilitation team, and atypical PD diagnoses. They highlight resources, evaluation and treatment strategies for clinicians who provide care to patients with these diagnoses. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy –www.neuropt.org.

Host Ethan Hood, PT, DPT, GCS, NCS is joined in a "roundtable" discussion by Karen Lambert, PT, DPT, NCS, Nicole Miranda, PT, DPT, Dan Sawyer, PT, DPT, and Julie Skrzat, PT DPT, PhD, CCS to discuss dizziness with COVID-19. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – neuropt.org. https://www.apta.org/your-practice/outcomes-measurement/covid-19-core-outcome-measures https://www.texashealth.org/ieem/Patient-Care/Syncope-and-Autonomic-Dysfunction-Clinic https://www.dysautonomiainternational.org/exercise https://workwellfoundation.org/educational-videos/ https://www.stasis.life/

In this episode Parm talks to Lisa Brown, an author on the newly released Clinical Practice Guideline for use of Ankle-Foot Orthoses and Functional Electrical Stimulation Post-Stroke. They discuss the CPG development process, as well as what conclusions might be applicable outside of the stroke population including for people with MS and other neurodegenerative conditions. They talk through some practical strategies clinicians can use when making bracing recommendations and give a preview of upcoming knowledge translation projects. Show notes: https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-source/degenerative-diseases-sig/ddsig-episode-23.pdf The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

Host Puneet Dhaliwal, PT, DPT, NCS is joined in this episode by Dr. Catherine Cho to discuss about Mal De Debarquement Syndrome. Dr. Cho is Director of Neuro - Otology, Department of Neurology and Clinical Associate Professor Department of Neurology and Otolaryngology, NYU Health, New York. She is a subcommittee member for Mal de débarquement syndrome To learn more about the ANPT Vestibular Rehabilitation Special Interest Group visit neuropt.org.

Host Maureen Clancy PT, DPT, OCS is joined by Sara Oxborough PT in an update on the use of telehealth for vestibular rehabilitation. They discuss best practices for treating vestibular conditions in this medium, changes that have occurred related to the Covid-19 pandemic and resources for further information. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - neuropt.org.

In this special episode, Rebecca interviews Dr. Graham Cochrane about his recent publication in the July 2021 issue of the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy: “Comprehensive Clinical Assessment of Vestibular Function in Multiple Sclerosis.” They discuss his significant findings in central vestibular integration through variance in response to subjective visual vertical and dynamic visual acuity, as well as its association with disease severity. In addition, Dr. Cochrane describes each vestibular measure used in his study and his recommendation for an efficient battery of clinical vestibular tests. Listen in to discover more about vestibular function in Multiple Sclerosis and how you can best assess it in your patients! To review show notes click here. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

Host Puneet Dhaliwal PT, DPT, NCS is joined by Dr. Michael Popovich, MD, Neurologist, and Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Michigan and Wendy Carender, PT, NCS at University of Michigan in a discussion of the role of supervised exercise challenges prior to Vestibular and Ocular Screening (VOMS) in people with sports related concussion. This is based from the article they recently published in the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy entitled “Does Exercise Increase Vestibular and Ocular Motor Symptom Detection After Sport-Related Concussion?” The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - neuropt.org.

In this episode, we talk to Emily Fox, PT, DPT, PhD and Kate Cavka, PT, DPT, NCS about respiratory rehabilitation and diaphragm pacing after spinal cord injury and their recent paper in the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy titled "Diaphragm Pacing and a Model for Respiratory Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury." The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org Transcription of this podcast can be found here: https://app.box.com/s/yabsy7zsqophmjne7fnhq17879mf4s43.

In this episode, the ANPT Brain Injury SIG speaks with Stacey McCusker and Susan Taylor about wheelchair seating and positioning for individuals with brain injuries. We talk about the process for prescribing and acquiring a customized wheelchair, common challenges, and more! For more information on the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy and the Brain Injury SIG visit www.neuropt.org

In this ANPT podcast, Locomotor Function Knowledge Translation Task Force members Maghan Bretz and Ryan Gorecki discuss their experiences with common Therapist Belief barriers to implementing high intensity gait training, and provide recommendations for addressing them. For more information on the Locomotor CPG and resources visit the ANPT website.

Host Maureen Clancy PT, DPT, OCS is joined by Nikki DiSalvio PT, DPT, NCS in a case study discussion of an acute rehabilitation patient with SCI and BPPV. This podcast was edited on May 28th to correct the statement to semi prone at the 9:04 mark of the podcast. The Vestibular Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

What is it like working as a therapist in a multidisciplinary clinic? How is the integrated model of care applied to complex degenerative diseases? Learn this and more as Parm interviews physical therapist Katey Burke and speech-language pathologist Stacey Sullivan about their experience working in a multidisciplinary clinic for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Together they dive into the ins & outs of patient-centered care, including coordination and communication, billing, and initiating difficult conversations with patients. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, we talk to Jonathan (JT) Tsay, PT, DPT and Nayo Hill, PT, DPT, PhD about their experiences pursuing both a DPT and a PhD. The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org. Transcription of this podcast can be found here: https://app.box.com/s/dchru2gu7j0fkqt57mnuycn8bwlcoj9z.

In this episode, Parm and Patty Scheets take a step back and discuss the big picture of our profession, including utilizing practice-based evidence to establish standards of care and drive our practice forward. In addition to getting an in-depth look at Patty’s clinical experience, we take a deeper dive into the challenge of stepping out of your comfort zone to grow as a clinician. Listen in to discover the inspiration for “Moving Forward” from JNPT’s January 2021 Presidents Perspective and join us as we learn how to prove our value as physical therapists! The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, the Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy (JNPT) partners with the ANPT Stroke Special Interest Group for an interview with Dr. Therese Johnston and Dr. Lisa Brown conducted by host Jackie Loeshelle. Drs. Johnston and Brown are authors of a recently released clinical practice guideline examining the use of ankle foot orthoses and functional electrical stimulation for individuals post-stroke. Their article is included in the April 2021 issue of JNPT. Find more about the CPG here: https://www.neuropt.org/practice-resources/anpt-clinical-practice-guidelines/AFO_FES-post-stroke Link for podcast transcript: https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-source/stroke-sig/podcast_ep14.docx

Host Puja Agarwal, PT, DPT, MHA is joined by guest speaker and world renowned researcher Dr. Jeffery Staab, MD, MS in a discussion on Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) or the The Mystique of PPPD. He offers pearls of wisdom on diagnostic criteria, intervention options and future research on the same. The Vestibular Rehabilitation Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

In this episode, we talk to Jonathan (JT) Tsay about his recent paper: Tsay JS, Winstein CJ. Five features to look for in early-phase clinical intervention studies. Neurorehabil Neural Repair. 2021;35:3-9. The Spinal Cord Injury Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org. Transcription of this podcast can be found here: https://app.box.com/s/62d6za8i692rov46pz7gd5zbaappezks.

In this CSM bonus episode, Rebecca talks to Dr. Suzanne O’Neal about her work using backward cycling as a treatment strategy for people with PD. Suzanne and Rebecca discuss the ins and outs of testing backward stepping, the study’s results, and how to incorporate this treatment approach into your practice. This research was the basis for a platform presentation that won the DD SIG Platform Award at APTA’s CSM 2021. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

In this episode from the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Balance and Falls Special Interest Group, Dr. Julie Schwertfeger interviews Dr. Debbie Espy, Associate Professor in the School of Health Sciences & Center for Human Machine Systems at Cleveland State University, and Chair of the Balance and Fall SIG. We discuss her PT background, early influences and mentors, and clinical application of her novel research and validation of her clinical measure, the Rate of Perceived Stability. Please email any questions to [email protected]. The Balance and Falls Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.

For this episode, host Jackie Loeshelle is joined by Dr. Dileep Yavagal, MD to discuss mechanical thrombectomy as a medical intervention for acute onset ischemic stroke. Dr. Yavagal discusses mechanical thrombectomy and its outcomes to allow us as therapists to better understand how it may impact our patients' progress in rehabilitation. Please send comments or questions on this podcast to [email protected]. The Stroke Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy.

In this episode from the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Balance and Falls Special Interest Group, Dr. Julie Schwertfeger interviews Dr. Cindy Gibson-Horn, the developer of BalanceWear and owner of Motion Therapeutics Physical Therapy. We discuss her PT background, her clinical 'aha' moment about strategic torso weighting to improve balance, and a series of research studies that use the BalanceWear system and assessment methods she developed. * Here is the 2007 JNPT article with case videos that Dr.Horn references in the podcast: Gibson-Horn, Cynthia PT Balance-Based Torso-Weighting in a Patient with Ataxia and Multiple Sclerosis: A Case Report, Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy: September 2008 - Volume 32 - Issue 3 - p 139-146 doi: 10.1097/NPT.0b013e318185558f Please email any questions to [email protected] The Balance and Falls Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.org.