Actual PT: Recent Episodes
Taylor Flocken, Troy Lind, and Mohammed Khaled
Hello Actual PT Nation! Join Troy and Taylor as they tackle the world of physical therapy and health care using clear explanations and evidence-based information. You can expect topics ranging from the basics of how different joints work and the things that can go wrong with them to the many aspects of American healthcare. All, from a physical therapist's perspective. The goal of this podcast is to educate and share knowledge in an approachable format for all people. Always refer to a medical professional for all medical issues, NOT A PODCAST.
Welcome to an Actually Round Table ACTUAL PT NATION!! Where we just complain about the problems we are facing as healthcare professionals.
P.S. this is NOT motivational
Hello fellow Olympians!
Fight any octopi lately??? Well if you have (or have not) tune in to hear the benefits of cupping and what the research says!!!
- disclaimer: not affiliated with any fan company but wish we were.
Hello ACTUAL P.T. NATION.
We are back to tell you all the things about the Achilles. The do's. The dont's. And the nonsense in between. Enjoy!!!
Hello actually PT nation! Welcome to another long awaited episode were we break down a tricky patient scenario we saw in the field!!!
Welcome to another episode of the Actual PT Podcast where the entire time you have an overwhelming sense of dread listening to us ramble on about research and our opions.....well enjoy!!
Actual PT Nation!!! I am EXTREMELY excited to being you this episode! This is another topic and patient population that is near and dear to our hearts! Individuals who have experienced a CVA or Stroke! I hope you all enjoy!!!
How are MeniscYallzzzz a doin?!
Welcome to another episode of the Actual PT Podcast where we are talking meniscus tears and what you should know to get back up and moving!!! Enjoy!!
Hello Actual PT Nation!!! Here is the final installment that you all have been HOUNDING us about! The final outcome if our ACL Case Study we started months ago! Enjoy!
HELLO ACTUAL PT NATION!!!!
Quick warning!!!! Audio has an 8 second lag at beginning and has poor quality intermittently due to Taylor's wifi...i know....i know.... how EMBARRASING! I was thinking the exact same thing! I mean how could he be so inconsiderate and not sacrifice for our beloved Actual PT Nation by getting higher quality wifi?! At the end of the day at least content is content...so hope you enjoy!!!
WARNING THERE IS 1 CURSE WORD IN THIS EPISODE...YES IT WAS AN ACCIDENT....YES IM SORRY!!..NO IM NOT CUTTING IT OUT #LIFE #PG-13
Now that that is covered....come on down and listen to Taylor and Troy chuck it up over weight Belts and whether it works or not!!!
Listen to Taylor and Troy break down falls, fall recovery, and everything gravity depenent!!!!
Click here for a discount in Raw Kombucha....
Just kidding, great cold open though am I right?
Enjoy!
Have you ever treated a Patient immediately after ACL reconstruction?
No?
Then listen to this podcast as we catch you up to speed on episode 2 of this case study!
What to know more about one of the most popular supplements used for performance today?! Want to learn an evidence based protocol for taking it?! Then LISTEN my friends!
Hola ACTUAL PT NATION!!! Tune in to hear the newest episode where we talk about the healing process of a close friend of ours! Expect this series to roll out as it is happening in real time and see how we transition him through ACL reconstruction!
Listen to Taylor and Troy talk about what we do and do not know about recovery following exercise and training of any kind!!
Taylor finally showed up everybody! So tune in to Troy AND Taylor talk about the basics of posture and why it is important for a healthy lifestyle!!
This is one Sweet Treat of an episode let me tell yah!!! Taylor and Troy talk about Diabetes or THE SUGARS depending on where exactly you live! And don't mind the cat knocking over the mic that was 1000% planned...because we can...
Well enjoy and happy St. Patties day, before St. Patties day!
Here we are mixing it up on you Actual PT Nation! We are bringing in a Case Study to demonstrate how the world is more Gray and less Black and White than everyone might think! Enjoy and thanks for listening!!!
Do you know anyone that has trouble sleeping?! (If you said no then you really do not know your friends/family well!) Tune in to hear how Sleep can have huge implications on your life and how you experience Pain!
PNE+
Something you will learn alll about and something you will be glad you learned!! Pain is a difficult topic and controls many people's lives but here a little tool to fight back!!!
Also hope you like cats....
Which is better Hypermobility
OR
Hypomobility???
Don't know the answer?? Then listen to this episode in if you should be flexible or to tight to put in your shoes!
Hola mi Amigos!!!
Welcome to another episode of the Actual PT Podcast! Tune in to hear us break down why Resistance Training ISSSSS for you and why it is so important!
Don't forget to show compassion to everyone you meet (other than Taylor)!!!
Happy New Years ACTUAL PT Fam!! We wish you nothing but the best and cheers to a new year! Tune in and listen to Taylor and Troy talk about Balance and what you should be doing to set yourself up for success!
Actually SWOLE PT Nation!
Do you want to be jacked?
Do you want to look like Arnold Shwartzinager in his prime?!
Well you should probably buy steroids! For everyone else that wants a better understanding of how to gain Functional Strength and size tune in to Troy and Taylor!
Here is your weekly installment of Troy being smarter than Taylor (can you tell who writes the descriptions?) BFR edition round!! Thanks so much for listening and we hope you enjoy listening to what the evidence says about BFR round dose!!!!!
Hello fam! Listen to Taylor and Troy spit that game on BFR, what it is, how you use it, and whyyyy you should if you ain't!!
Happy (Belated) Veterans Day!!! And thank you for your service!!
Today Taylor and Troy are talking about the most common forms of Dementia! Tune in to learn more nowwww
Right now
Listen now...
Have you ever had your Fantay Football season end because your best player tore their ACL?!?!
No?
How about your favorite team missing the playoffs because your star running back their their ACL?!?!
A Browns fan you say?
Wellllll Taylor and Troy break down the bare bones of what you need to know about ACL Reconstruction surgery so how about you humor us and tune in!!!
Hello Actual PT Nation!!! Today Taylor and Troy are talking about Knee Replacement Surgery and everything you kneed to know to ensure the success of yourself or your loved ones! Tune in for all them deetzzzz!
Hello Actual PT Nation!!! Parkinsons Disease or PD is a neurological disorder that effects a massive chunk of the population! If you or anyone you know has PD this is the podcast for you!! It is a quick synopsis of the BASICS you NEED to know to have an understanding of PD! Tune in!!!
Hello FRANDSSS welcome to another episode of the Actual PT Podcast. This is almost a part 2 to last week's episode but today we are covering Carpal Tunnel Syndrome!! This effects a large amount of laborers and working class individuals so tune in to see if you or anyone else you know can benefit from YOUR new knowledge!
ACTUAL PT NATION! Welcome to another funtabulous episode with Troy and Taylor! Today we are covering Peripheral Nerve Entrapment!!! Tune in and as always feel free to comment, like, or subscribe to let us know your thoughts, feelings, questions, or kinks!! (Will get a chuckle after you listen to the episode)
Helloo Actual PT Family! Join us while we cover what plantar fascitis is, how to I.D. it, and what to do to fix it!!! As always thanks so much for joining us!!
Hello again friends! Welcome to another episode of the Actual PT Podcast where our hosts dive foot first into some RICE!!!!
Well not really...they do talk about High vs Low Ankle Sprains and the evidence to support rehab/prehab of all of the above!!
Ever hear of FROZEN SHOULDER?!?!
(not an Elsa thing)
Well today is your lucky day! Tune into the Actual PT Podcast as Troy and Taylor break down everything you need to know about this difficult diagnosis!
Do you or Do you Not have a shoulder that is currently or has been Owy?! If you are saying yes to the boo booz then this is the episode for you! Listen to Taylor and Troy break down the specifics of Rotator Cuff and Labral pathologies!!!
HINT: this episode and the next are closely connected so if you like this one you will definitely like the next! (Posting soon!)
Hello friends and family! Tune into this episode to listen to Troy and Taylor break down the specifics of Hamstring Tears/Strains/Pulls! They will cover:
How they happen
How to rehab them
(and most importantly) How to PREVENT them!!
Happy 4th of July to all and may the 4th be with you!!!
On this Episdoe of the Sunday Findays Troy and Taylor tackle the topic of Osteoporosis, Osteopenia, the NEW Osteoporosis CPG and the clinical application of all of the above!!! Tune in to find out how you or your loved ones can prevent the dreaded Osteoporenia(made up word from Taylor that is super embarrassing)
Tune in!
Tune into the first ever Sunday Funday with Taylor and Troy while they have a casual educational conversation on Red Flags and Referred Pain! What they are and what you need to know!
Do you or anyone you know currently have or have hadLower Back Pain?!?! Well shucks I hardly know a single person who hasn't!!! The more you know about back pain the more you will be able tohelp yourself and others!!!
HINT: going to a chiropractor once a month for an 80 dollar "correction" is NOT the answer!!!
Part 2 of the Lower Back Pain Series!!!! Tune in to Troy and Taylor adding another layer of education to the all so common and complicated issue that is LOWER BACK PAIN!
Feel free to reach out for all comments, and questions at ActualPT.com !!!!
Welcome to one of our favorite Episodes yet!!! In this Episode Taylor and Troy dive into the specifics of exactly when, how, why, and what a Doctor of Physical Therapy is! ENJOY!
All citations, questions, and comments can also be found at ActualPT.com !
Top O the mornin ACTUAL PT NATION...or whatever time it is you are listening to this!!
Do your knees hurt when you jump, squat, sprint, cut, or even sit for long periods of time?! Well this is the episode for you! Tune in while Taylor and Troy bring you the deetz you need to fix your knees!! And as always thank so much for listening!!!
P.S. any and all citations of research used to help create this episode can be found at actualpt.com
ACTUAL PT NATION it is our pleasure to bring you another episode of the ACTUAL PT PODCAST!
In this episode Troy and Taylor dive into the basics of the Pelvic floor ranging from what it is all the way down to what you can expect to see when dysfunction occurs!
AKA...When everything is not "A OK under the hood!!!"
P.S. any and all citations of research used to help create this episode can be found at actualpt.com
In this episode Taylor and Troy tackle one of the most common overuse injuries of them all!!!!
The DREADED SHIN SPLINTS
Listen in to see how YOU can identify and fix your shin pain ESPECIALLY if you recently increased running distance or workload!
P.S. any and all citations of research used to help create this episode can be found at actualpt.com
I know what you are thinking....yes this is extremely boring information.
BUT
It is essential for you to understand and deduce information for yourself not only when navigating the Healthcare System but also when striving to maintain your best possible overall Wellness!!!
Also, you might as well tune in to see how Troy and Taylor make this information entertaining and digestible!!!
P.S. any and all citations of research used to help create this episode can be found at actualpt.com
This is the ACTUAL PT PODCAST!!! We will be diving into the nitty gritty of Health Care and doing EVERYTHING WE CAN to make everything we cover as simple and evidence based as possible! Thanks so much for listening!!!