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



Tuesday May 23, 2023
Let’s discuss Pre/Post covid stats
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Welcome back to another episode! Today, we found an article discussing some statistics pre and post covid. We will discuss mainly our experiences on this topic but if you do want to check out the article, head over to the apta website for more!
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Friday May 19, 2023
Discussing working in a rural area with Joe (REPLAY)
Friday May 19, 2023
Friday May 19, 2023
We welcome Joe on the podcast for the first time talking about a variety of things. We only scratch the surface but there's a lot to unpack here. We will jump into what the program was like getting a B.S. in PTA, working at a hospital setting in a rural area with a population of ~600 people, and more. Let us know what you think and tag us if you have any questions. We have links down below to everything and join the discord if you'd like to ask our guest speakers more questions!
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Tuesday May 16, 2023
Following Laura’s 3 weeks post op
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
**Disclaimer** We prove yet again we are not audio experts. We have tried to adjust levels the best we could but the audio may still be off, just something to keep in mind.
Today, we follow Laura's ongoing journey following her tenex procedure. Some things that she expected that may have not gone her way and things to keep in mind. We wrap up the episode with things PTAs should keep in mind when working with patients in a similar situation. Let's get right into it.
Talking Tenex procedure episode!
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Friday May 12, 2023
Discussing some unwritten PTA rules
Friday May 12, 2023
Friday May 12, 2023
We learn a lot about what to do and what not to do when practicing as well as having a practice act to actually tell us. Today we discuss some things that aren't really written but more of a courtesy. Some things you might do out of instinct while others you may not know. Let's jump right in!
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Friday May 05, 2023
Implementing Interventions as a PTA
Friday May 05, 2023
Friday May 05, 2023
Sometimes, the techniques and CEUs we get as PTAs may not always be practiced. So today we discuss different ways in order for you to practice the way you want to practice. Let us know if you have a different opinion or idea from us, we always just speak from our point of view!
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Tuesday May 02, 2023
Discussing the top 10 most common sports injuries
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Let's play a game. In today's episode, Laura found a list of the "10 most common sports injuries" and we will see if Ken can guess them with a couple hints. We also break off a little into each injury and a brief experience of them. So join us and don't forget to play along and see how many you can guess correctly!
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Friday Apr 28, 2023
Laura’s 24-hour Post Op!
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Laura finally got her surgery! So today will be an episode on what she went through and how she feels 24-hour post op. If you're curious on the procedure she had, listen to this episode! Let's let Laura take the floor!
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Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Talking APTA and advanced proficiencies with Macie (REPLAY)
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Join us as we talk about the APTA and what it is doing for the PTA community. We also dive into the advanced proficiency pathways offered by the APTA in order to up your education and increase your marketability.
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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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).