The Rethinking Rehab Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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On this episode, I sat down with one of my PT friends who I connected with at the Elite Rehab Basketball Conference last year.  Bria Savage is a physical therapist based in Atlanta and is joy to chat with. We talked about her journey, which started with multiple PT school rejections, various travel PT contracts, and more recently a stint with EXOS in Atlanta.  Currently, she is focusing on her concierge business, Savage Physical Therapy, where she works with professional athletes, and her non-profit, Transform Her, which is aimed at providing mentorship to girls in STEM.  Bria is good people and you know how I know that? She likes milk served over her cornbread. So yall be sure to connect with her!

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In this episode, I sit down with Lionel Rice and Jamal Court from the Utah Jazz to talk all things mentorship and authentic relationship building in the world of elite sport.  We discuss how qualities like work ethic, initiative, and professionalism are directly connected to mentorship.  Lionel and Jamal share their personal stories of how they got to the NBA and some great advice on how to build connections if that's where you hope to end up. 

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On this episode, I'm joined by Sawyer Williamson, an athletic trainer in the G League, for an honest conversation about life as an AT in pro sports. We dig into the challenges of having limited autonomy, the tension between prestige and personal fulfillment, and the process of discovering your own voice in a demanding environment. Our conversation dives into finding clarity, aligning with your values, and building a sustainable career in sports medicine that goes beyond the job title.

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend Tiffani Michel, a physical therapist and entrepreneur in Atlanta.  She shares her journey from college basketball player to starting her own practice, discussing her experiences with injuries, career transitions, and building a business focused on comprehensive care for athletes. She emphasizes the importance of holistic treatment approaches, educating young athletes about pain management, and maintaining work-life balance in her career. We wrap up this conversation touching on the inspiration behind her branding.  

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On this episode, I sit down with Anthony Sinacore,  VP & Director of North American Sales for VALD Performance. Anthony shares about how his background as an athletic trainer and physical therapist allowed him to add value on the clinical application side of developing human performance technology with VALD over the last few years.  Additionally, we chat about how his skillset has evolved as his roles and responsibilities have shifted.  If you're interested in data science and non-traditional roles as a rehab practitioner, don't skip this episode!

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On this episode, I sit down with Lisa Pataky, a sports physical therapist whose career has spanned pro tennis, Overtime Elite, and now the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves. We dive into what it takes to build trust with athletes, bridge the gap between medical and performance teams, and reconsider long-term rehab as a training macrocycle rather than a checklist. If you're curious about life as a PT in both the individual and team sport settings, give this a listen.

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Today is a special episode as I welcome back my very FIRST guest and good mentor, Jarred Boyd!  Jarred is the Director of Rehab for the Memphis Grizzlies and embodies what it means to think deeply and reflectively. In this episode we talk about how he builds trust with athletes through offseason reflection, storytelling, and clear education. Jared also shares the four core values that shape his high-performance team. We wrap up with a thoughtful discussion on false steps, injury risk, and why context—not fear—should drive how we coach and rehab movement.

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In this episode, I sit down with Trevor Rappa from Resilient Performance PT to talk all things return to sport, especially in the mid to end stages of rehab. We get into the weeds on movement strategies and change of direction.  Trevor breaks down how he builds progressions, why most athletes are underprepared, and how reactive drills may lead to better outcomes than pre-planned ones. We also touch on the realities of the cash-based model, the value of mentorship, and the importance of developing a movement model to guide your coaching eye. If you work with athletes, this one's packed with gems.

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Welcome back, friends!

In this episode, I'm joined by Kelsey Fuller and Hannah Dvorak, two PTs that I met as students and walked alongside as they searched for their first job and ultimately walked away from those jobs. They share about their journey, from being diligent in their initial job search to being patient in the middle of their first job when things got hard to finally finding the courage to quit.

Knowing when to walk away is incredibly hard, but I know you'll be encouraged by both of their stories.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Matt McInnes Watson, the founder of PlusPlyos, to dive deep into all things plyometrics.  Matt is a high jumper turned coach and now educator, where he aims to make plyometrics more approachable by providing simple, scalable frameworks for athletes and clinicians.  He shares his ideas behind plyometric progressions, as well as misconceptions he's experienced in the rehab space.  Whether you're a clinician or coach, this episode will give you something to chew on this week!

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