The PT Assistants

Podcast geared towards Physical Therapist Assistants. Where we share our experience and knowledge that we have gathered during our time as PTAs and wanted to pay it forward to help grow the PTA community. Check out our YouTube channel also @the_PT_Assistants **The information in this video/podcast is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video/podcast is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional or professor**
Episodes
Episodes



Friday Jan 13, 2023
Working with Pain
Friday Jan 13, 2023
Friday Jan 13, 2023
When you first start and well beyond, you might have moments where you feel like you're in pain. Whether it's your hands, back, or another non work related pain. Today we discuss our pains when working and how we get around it. This is a physical field so it's normal to feel this way. Find ways to both protect yourself and prolong your career!
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Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Working for Small and Large Companies
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Ever wonder what the pros/cons are for working at a mom and pop shop vs a big corporation? From pay to HR and requesting time off. We've been in variety of companies and we will discuss the good and the bad of each.
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Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
E-stim and questions even after 5years
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
We talk about e-stim and some of the questions that we have ran into over the years. We talk about some of the dos and don'ts. We talk about what does the book say vs what you see in the clinic and if there are wrong and right ways do apply e-stim. Have you ran into some of these same issues?
Don't forget to like, share, and let us know what you think! We are always wanting to hear from more PTA's.
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Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
Rolling into the New Year
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
We talk about what it is like working in the field at the end of the year and what that means for the new year......usually. We also give an update on life situations and how maybe to deal with patients situations that dont deal with PT.
Don't forget to like, share, and let us know what you think! We are always wanting to hear from more PTA's.
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Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Looking Back on What We Have Learned This Year
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
We look back on what have we learned about our field this year and how that has effected us in our daily lives. We also talk about how we want to improve and see for the future for the PTAssistants!
Don't forget to like, share, and let us know what you think! We are always wanting to hear from more PTA's.
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Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
We Talk about being a PTA and a Clinical Director with Danielle
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Have you ever thought that you couldn't become a Director of Rehab or a Clinical Director...well that's not true. We speak with Danielle and how she became a Clinical Director. We go over the relationship with staff members and PTs.
Don't forget to like, share, and let us know what you think! We are always wanting to hear from more PTA's.
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Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Join us with Margie as we talk about home health and being on social media!
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Margie was one of the first PTAs we reached out to when we started our journey and she's been very helpful since the beginning. The stars finally aligned as we were able to get her to join us to talk about her experience as a PTA and being on social media. Spoiler alert, this is part 1! Join us on her podcast as we do part 2 at the links below!
https://open.spotify.com/show/6eKl2YRdRurlIOqHhse0rL?si=ILKWJVEYSiyUnySzoGKmyg
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-talk-thursday/id1642636889
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Friday Dec 02, 2022
BFR? What is it and what does it have to do with Physical Therapy.
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Friday Dec 02, 2022
We discuss one of the "newer" tools that is around the Physical Therapy field. We talk about what BFR is and who is using it and how its being used. We also bring up some concerns that we have with BFR. Do you have the same concerns?
Don't forget to like, share, and let us know what you think! We are always wanting to hear from more PTA's.
https://linktr.ee/theptassistants

Meet Your Hosts
Ken - is a licensed PTA in Nevada. He has recently graduated from college and is currently working in an out-patient setting. When he is not working he loves to play board/card games, snowboarding, anime, and hanging out with his family.
Laura - is also a licensed PTA in Nevada. She has been a licensed PTA for almost 5 years. She has also worked in the out-patient and in-patient setting. She brings a unique prospective as she has recently had an injury that has had her take a step back from being the treater to being the patient. When not working she enjoys crafting, hanging out with friends, and Vegas Golden Knights games (hockey).