Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, are two passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants who answer your questions related to all things sensory, occupational therapy, parenting, self-care, nutrition, and health, from a therapist’s perspective. Providing raw, honest, fun ideas, and strategies, for parents and families to implement into daily life. Great for those who work with children with sensory processing disorder, special needs, autism, and ADHD. This podcast is brought to you b ...
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Earn your OT CEUs by listening for free to our episodes, then logging into the OT Potential Club to take a quiz and earn a certificate. In each episode, we discuss new OT-related research and invite an expert guest to pull out actionable takeaways. Perfect for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. Episodes are released every other week.
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Strata Studios is the best resource to help you grow your PT or OT Clinic. StrataPT combines your EMR and Billing into one automated system to increase revenue and achieve a 99.99% reimbursement rate for Physical, Occupational, or Speech Clinics. Recently, StrataPT was ranked the #1 Ranked EMR and Billing System in Outpatient Therapy & Rehab from KLAS Research Book a demo with our team today 👉 stratapt.com
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A place where we explore research, amplify autistic voices, and change the way we think about autism in life and in professional therapy practice. Visit learnplaythrive.com/podcast/
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Welcome to Ideas at Play, the go-to podcast for busy pediatric occupational therapy professionals! Whether you're in school-based settings, early intervention, or outpatient practice, we bring you evidence-based strategies, practical tips, and engaging discussions to support your OT practice with children, teens, and young adults. Each episode features: A deep dive into recent pediatric OT research and how to apply it. "Nailed It or Failed It," where we share what’s working—and what isn’t—in ...
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Arthritis life features real patient stories, expert advice, life hacks and more to help you feel more empowered and less alone. Host Cheryl Crow shares her insights from both as a rheumatoid arthritis patient for over twenty years and as an occupational therapist, a health profession that focuses on empowering people with health challenges to function in their daily lives. This podcast also includes reflections on how you can have the best quality of life possible despite chronic pain, anxi ...
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My name is Jena Castro-Casbon, MS CCC-SLP (of The Independent Clinician and The Private Practice Solution). I am part of a group of private practitioners who have taken client care into our own hands. We are skilled clinicians who pride ourselves on providing high-quality care to our clients and their families. We are fighting against productivity requirements, administrative red tape and unnecessary restrictions. We started our own private practices to take control of our professional and p ...
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The Research Works podcast is designed for health professionals in the area of child health, where we discuss emerging, modern, evidence based research - the behind the scenes stories, interviews with world renowned authors and researchers, material that never made the papers and a breakdown on how you can implement this into your clinical practice.
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Occupational Therapy Insights is a show for parents, educational professionals, and occupational therapists, that delves into the world of occupational therapy. Here occupational therapy is broken down into its simplest form for all to understand. The show is hosted by Dr. Frederick Covington, an occupational therapy professor, author, award winning inventor, and occupational therapy private practice owner.
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Welcome to the OTs In Pelvic Health Podcast! This show is for occupational therapists who want to become, thrive and excel as pelvic health OTs. Learn from Lindsey Vestal, a Pelvic Health OT for over 10 years and founder the first NYC pelvic health OT practice - The Functional Pelvis. Inside each episode, Lindsey shares what it takes to succeed as a pelvic health OT. From lessons learned, to overcoming imposter syndrome, to continuing education, to treatment ideas, to different populations, ...
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Just like the practice of Occupational therapy itself, this podcast is currently a work in progress! Naturally OT is an Occupational Therapy podcast, where we explore OT and a variety of other health related topics! I hope to be able to share my passion for Occupational therapy and so much more, as well as explore stories from other therapists and healthcare professionals, interviews with students and new grads, and explore practical strategies that everyone can use from the OT field!
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The BRAVE OT Podcast | Real Conversations with Occupational Therapy Trailblazers
Carlyn Neek - OT Entrepreneur Coach, Educator, Founder of ACTivate Vitality
The BRAVE OT Podcast with Carlyn Neek is all about empowering occupational therapists to step-up, level-up, blaze some trails, and maybe engage in a little conscious rebellion in service of the profession, our clients, our work, our businesses, and living our mission wholeheartedly. We are all about keeping it real, doing hard things, unhuslting, being curious, trying new things, growing through our challenges, and finding joy and fulfilment along the way. Really, we are OTing ourselves and ...
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The Behind the Latch with Margaret Salty is your essential companion for lifelong growth in the field of lactation consulting. Whether you're a student, a newly certified IBCLC, or an experienced consultant, this podcast is designed to support your ongoing journey. Each episode brings you expert interviews, real-world case studies, and the latest research updates—giving you practical insights you can apply directly to your work with breastfeeding families. Hosted by Margaret Salty, an experi ...
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The Mosaic Therapy Collective was created to give private practitioners a way to practice on their terms; to allow therapists the freedom to be their own boss in an environment in which that dream often seems cost and time prohibitive. Through collaboration, we seek to raise the quality of services for our clients by offering multi-disciplinary care with the shared goal of therapeutic excellence. The Mosaic Kids podcast is yet another collaboration from the members of the Mosaic Therapy Coll ...
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You want to start an occupational therapy business, but don't know where to start. This show will teach you actionable tips to go from OT practitioner to OTpreneur.
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We are an occupational therapy (OT) podcast striving to narrow the research gap and help practitioners translate research into practice as simply as possible. We are shifting perspectives in OT research and practice from what happened, to how to make good things happen. We tell stories, portray OT culture, and identify principles for practitioners to improve the health outcomes of their clients.
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Pain Reframed is a podcast for physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapy assistants and other health care providers about pain and how pain is managed in our society. Pain is a large issue right now and we will bring powerful and helpful insights on how we can manage pain in a much more efficient and effective way. Pain Reframed is committed to changing language and practice patterns across disciplines and points of care in order to reduce the unnecessary suffering that ...
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A day in the life of an occupational therapist. Fun, silly, and heart touching vignettes rarely shared by therapists. God didn't intend for therapists with amazing ideas and tidbits to not be shared with others. This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and pass on ideas you just gotta share!
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The AOTA Podcast provides a behind-the-scenes look at everything AOTA, including the latest studies, advocacy efforts, events, and more. Episodes with Everyday Evidence in the title sort through the latest research to provide you with the skills to help improve client outcomes.
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A collection of knowledge and insights from brilliant clinicians in the field of neuromotor development and childhood disability to inspire, motivate and provide you with the tools to help the amazing kids you treat develop their potential www.wiredondevelopment.com
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An original podcast series produced by the Florida Chiropractic Association, created specifically for Doctors of Chiropractic. We talk about topics directly impacting everyday practice, the profession and the importance of staying connected with FCA.
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The Amplify OT Podcast is your go-to show for making sense of healthcare policy, advocacy, and reimbursement in occupational therapy. Hosted by Clarice Grote—occupational therapist, founder of Amplify OT, and self-proclaimed policy nerd who actually enjoys reading the long documents most people avoid—this podcast breaks down complex systems so you can navigate them with confidence. No matter where you are in your occupational therapy journey—student, new grad, educator, or experienced clinic ...
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Are you ready to learn the skills you need to support a lifetime of making? Then you're in the right place! My mission is to motivate and empower artists like you through education, mindful-living, and movement! In each episode, I will make information about the body more accessible by teaching you the tips, tricks, and strategies I use in my everyday routine. You'll also get to listen in on honest conversations with experts from around the world. I hope this podcast inspires you to create a ...
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Welcome to the Tai Chi for Therapists Podcast where we explore evidence-based tai chi and qigong in clinical settings.
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Welcome to The Relentless Podcast by Sandra Weber owner of integrated body work. The whole concept behind this podcast is to provide you a platform of practitioners and specialist and individuals that are striving their hardest to be conquering the mental, physical, & emotional sides of life because we can't separate ourselves out into those individual parts and be successful we have to look at all of those components to be a completely happy and truly healthy person
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Ep. 50: Sustainable Practice - Purpose + Profit with Jason Stein
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1:04:26Ep. 50: Sustainable Practice - Purpose + Profit with Jason Stein In this milestone 50th episode of The BRAVE OT Podcast, I sit down with Jason Stein—acupuncturist, executive coach, and the cowboy-hat-wearing wellness practitioner who's mastered the art of building a sustainable occupational therapy practice that honors both purpose and profit. If y…
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AACPDM 2025 special (Professor Noelle Moreau)
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36:52AACPDM special: Effects of Power Training combined with interval treadmill training on walking capacity versus performance in real world settings in youth with cerebral palsy. This paper is a contender for the AACPDM’s highest abstract honour - the Gayle G Arnold Award - to be presented at The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental M…
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#116 OT and Heart Disease with Sabina Kahn
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55:55Heart disease is the most common serious chronic condition among adults. In fact per the latest report staggering 1 in 3 US adults received care for a cardiovascular risk factor or condition in 2020. The same report projects that annual inflation-adjusted health care costs attributable to cardiovascular conditions will nearly quadruple from $393 bi…
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Autoimmune Nutrition Made Easier: Practical Tips from Dr. Saimun Singla
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52:16Together, they unpack common myths surrounding food and autoimmune conditions and share practical, real-life strategies for self-management. It’s a conversation packed with practical advice and empowering insights for anyone looking to make nutrition more manageable while living with an autoimmune condition. Episode at a glance: Common misconceptio…
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#382 - 5 Ways to Practice Co-Regulation (Without Saying a Word)
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26:24In this episode, we explore what co-regulation really is, why it’s a critical foundation for emotional development, and how occupational therapists, parents, and educators can use it to support kids and adults alike. You’ll learn why co-regulation is more than just a buzzword, and how to intentionally use it in your daily life and practice. What co…
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What if you could peek inside a child's brain and actually SEE therapy working? That's exactly what researchers did with CO-OP (Cognitive Orientation to Occupational Performance)—and the results are amazing! Join Lacy and Michele as they break down the 12-week protocol and the 7 surprisingly simple cognitive strategies (you're probably already usin…
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Startled, Trapped, & Shamed: How to Stop Accidentally Dysregulating Autistic Kids
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1:00:12All behavior makes sense, we just have to make sense of it. In this conversation, psychologist Dr. Gillian Boudreau helps us see that underlying nearly any behavior is fear. And so often, the fear is related to a child a child being startled, feeling trapped, or being shamed. But if you aren’t looking for it, it’s easy to miss. In this conversation…
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The Role of Silver Nipple Protectors in Breastfeeding Support with Maya Nakamura
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19:00In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Maya Nakamura, CNM, PhD(c)—a midwife researcher from Sapporo, Japan—about her work on nipple trauma and her recent study on silver nipple protectors. Maya shares how years of bedside experience, watching mothers struggle with painful nipple damage, pushed her into research and innovatio…
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#113: Strata Stories - How to Renegotiate Payer Contracts for PT Clinics (feat. Justin Stiver)
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45:55One of the most popular episodes we've ever done...worth listening to ASAP! In this episode of Strata Stories, Justin Stiver shares a blueprint for how to renegotiate payer contracts and actually get paid what you’re worth. We break down: 1️⃣ How to actually renegotiate payer contracts for PT clinics 2️⃣ The best ways to get in contact with insuran…
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From “Extra Bucks” to Extra Freedom By Starting a Feeding Based Practice Through a Trauma Informed Lens with Sirisha Duvvuru
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31:02What if starting private practice could give you more freedom, fulfillment, and the ability to design work around your life—not the other way around? That’s what Sirisha Duvvuru, founder of Your Speech Matters in Frisco, Texas, discovered when she stepped away from her 9–5. After 12 years in schools and home health, Sirisha loved her clients but fe…
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Episode 254 (Paleg, Pool, Hidalgo-Robles, Frumberg, Livingstone)
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50:38Where’s the Evidence? Challenging Therapists to Stop Legitimizing Dynamic Movement Intervention and Cuevas Medek Exercises. Paleg, Ginny PT, MPT, DScPT; Pool, Dayna PT, PhD; Hidalgo-Robles, Álvaro PT, MSc; Frumberg, David MD; Livingstone, Roslyn OT, MSc(RS); Damiano, Diane PT, PhD Open Access! https://journals.lww.com/pedpt/fulltext/9900/where_s_th…
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Hot take: I loved working in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Skilled nursing facilities are one of the highest paid settings for occupational therapy professionals. And about one-fifth of us work in one. But, work in one can have a bad rap. In today’s intro to SNF OT course, we’ll walk through the common challenges, and immense opportunities of working…
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Rheumer Has It: How to Spot Misinformation Online
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28:38They share examples of how misinformation can lead to physical harm, wasted money, and delayed treatment, and emphasize the importance of critical thinking and media literacy. The hosts introduce practical tools such as the “CRAAP test” for evaluating sources and encourage listeners to seek balanced, evidence-based hope rather than false promises o…
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#381 - The Truth About the Moro & Fear Paralysis Reflexes: Why Progress Feels Stuck
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18:45“I’ve been doing the Moro and FPR exercises for three months but haven’t seen any positive results. Why?” This is a common question we hear from parents, therapists, and caregivers working on primitive reflex integration—especially with the Moro Reflex and Fear Paralysis Reflex (FPR). In this episode, we break down what these two powerful reflexes …
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Can sensory integration really work in schools, or are we just wasting instructional time? This week we're reviewing a study that finally gives us answers. Three students, 17.5 hours of intervention, and results that impressed both teachers and researchers. Michele and Lacy break down this single-subject design study using Ayres SI and weekly teach…
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Beyond Every 3 Hours: A New Approach to Pumping and Separation with Claire Eden, IBCLC
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Learn more about Level 1 Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner program Get certified in pelvic health from the OT lens here Grab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off-line interactive community for $39 a m…
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Making More and Working Less By Setting Up Her Private Practice for Maximal Ease: with Ellie Richter
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41:17What if your private practice could finally give you the money, freedom, and balance you’ve always wanted—without the endless hustle or burnout? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Ellie Richter, created for herself. Ellie is the owner of The Essential Teletherapist, and she’s transformed her career from driving all over town for clients to running …
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Six-minute walk test reference values in ambulatory children with myelomeningocele Karina A Zapata, Rosa H Cooksey, Daralyn K Fulton, Hayley B Shelton, Chan-Hee Jo, Richard C Adams Affiliations Expand PMID: 40556501 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.16397 Abstract Aim: To determine the baseline pediatric reference values of the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) distance (…
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“Make It Count:" Dani’s Journey With Severe RA, Acceptance, and Strength
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59:56Cheryl and Dani dig into the diagnosis saga, evolving RA treatments, the role of acceptance, and why movement is essential to living well with rheumatic disease. For Dani, “movement” isn’t only physical; it’s emotional, spiritual, and educational. If you’re newly diagnosed, this conversation is a powerful reminder to make every day count. Episode a…
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#380 - 7 Everyday Signs Your Child’s Primitive Reflexes Aren’t Integrated
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23:50In this episode, we explore how to track progress beyond reflex testing by looking at functional, everyday signs of improvement. Reflex tests are important, but they don’t always tell the whole story. Sometimes a child may have several retained reflexes, but those reflexes don’t significantly interfere with their day-to-day life! If you’ve ever won…
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Ep. 33 Play as Occupation with guest Dr. Anita Bundy
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48:17What if the biggest barrier to children's play isn't the kids—it's us? We are thrilled to chat with our special guest, Dr. Anita Bundy—the world-renowned OT behind some of the most transformative play research out there. She explains why kids actually need to take risks in play, how she facilitates risk-reframing conversations, and why American kid…
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Safety As The Foundation of Everything with Dr. Gillian Boudreau
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46:14Episode 67 was one of our most impactful episodes ever, and today we invite you to re-listen. Often as OTs and SLPs we skip right to teaching our Autistic clients new skills. But what about their experiences of felt safety while they are with us? What work do we need to do so that we can show up calm and connected and ready to support our Autistic …
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Breastfeeding Late Preterm Infants: Insights with Sandra Cole, IBCLC
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48:38In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Sandra Cole, RN, IBCLC, author of Breastfeeding Challenges Made Easy for Late Preterm Infants. Sandra shares her journey from NICU nursing to lactation consulting, and how her experiences with late preterm babies inspired her to write her groundbreaking book. Together, they explore why …
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#112: Practices Need Better Systems, Not More Tools (Ft. Amit Gaglani)
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22:59Clinic growth isn’t just about more patients or fancier tools. It’s about systems that keep the ones you already have. In this episode of Strata Stories, Paul Singh sits down with Amit Gaglani, PT — practice coach, to talk about why most PT practices don’t need more patients or tools… they need better systems to keep the ones they already have. The…
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The Term “Sex Therapist” Isn’t Regulated: What You Need To Know
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30:29Learn more about Level 1 Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner program Get certified in pelvic health from the OT lens here Grab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here. Learn more about my guest here: Website: http://www.inher-wisdom.com/ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Pel…
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Growing Her Practice By Offering Gender-Affirming Voice and Adult Neuro Services with Anne Quirk
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36:40What if you could combine your passion for helping people with the freedom to serve the clients you love most? That’s exactly what Anne Quirk discovered when she launched True Self Speech Therapy in Providence, Rhode Island. Anne is a speech-language pathologist specializing in neurological conditions, voice disorders, and gender-affirming voice th…
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Trajectories of Fidgety Movements in Infants with and without medical complexity. This paper is a finalist for AACPDM’s highest honour - the Gayle G Arnold award, chosen and highlighted by the scientific review committee for it’s high quality. We look ahead at The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) Conference - …
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#114 OT, Nitrates, and Cancer Prevention Post with Jesse E. Bell
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1:01:28It’s no secret that I believe occupation therapy is entering its prevention era. We are starting to leverage our skillset not after a terrible health incident has occurred, but at the first sign of trouble. As I imagine this not-too-distant reality, there is one deeply personal area that I am so eager to see us shift our energy toward: Cancer preve…
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#379 - There’s No Right Way to Play: Supporting Autistic & Sensory-Seeking Kids
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15:37NEW Motor Skills Digital Course is LIVE! https://harkla.co/products/motor-skills-course Play is a child’s main occupation — it’s how they learn, grow, and develop critical skills like sequencing, executive functioning, and social interaction. But what happens when a child doesn’t engage with the types of play activities we expect them to enjoy? In …
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What do old tires, crates, pool noodles, and hay bales have in common? They're the secret ingredients that revolutionized recess for hundreds of kids in Dr. Anita Bundy's groundbreaking Sydney Playground Project. In this episode, we get into the occupational therapy research that proved when you add "junk" to a playground and let kids take risks, m…
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Supporting Queer and Trans Families in Lactation: A Conversation with Jacob Engelsman, IBCLC
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48:03In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Jacob Engelsman, IBCLC and author of Lactation for the Rest of Us: A Guide for Queer and Trans Parents and Helpers. **Special Discount: Receive 20% off until 10/31/25 on Jacob's book with code "LACTATION20" here.** Jacob shares his journey into the lactation field, from working in resta…
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Remission Myths and Misconceptions, with Dr. Loreto Carmona
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19:03On this special episode* of 'Rheumer has It', hosts Eileen and Cheryl are joined by renowned rheumatologist Dr. Loreto Carmona from Spain. The discussion centers around the concept of remission in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), highlighting the differences between medical and patient perspectives on what constitutes remission. Dr. Carmona emphasizes th…
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Too Many Choices: Building Agency in Pelvic Health
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13:46Learn more about Level 1 Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner program Get certified in pelvic health from the OT lens here Grab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off-line interactive community for $39 a m…
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From PRN to Private Practice: Building an Adult Focused Practice with Amanda Smith
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41:48What if the career you thought you’d never leave ended up being the springboard into something even better? That’s exactly what happened to Amanda Smith, who turned years of hospital experience into her own private practice, Lasting Language Therapy Services, in Woodstock, Georgia. Amanda is a speech-language pathologist specializing in adults with…
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AACPDM 2025 preview (Dr Christopher Modlesky)
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46:39Continuing our AACPDM 2025 Preview series! Effect of high-frequency, low magnitude vibration on physical activity and physical function in children with cerebral palsy: a randomised controlled trial This paper is a contender for the AACPDM’s highest abstract honour - the Gayle G Arnold Award! There is still time to register for the conference in be…
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#113 AI’s Potential in Child Development with Mati Kochavi
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59:00Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare—and pediatric occupational therapy is no exception. This course aims to spark your imagination about AI’s potential to strengthen how we support child development. From enhancing your assessments with rich data to making interventions more accessible, AI holds promise for both clinicians an…
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“It’s a Moving Target:” From Athlete to ER Nurse to Life with RA, Emily’s Story
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1:38:44On this episode, Emily and Cheryl discuss how they've come to terms with the fluctuating, non-linear, dynamic nature of rheumatoid arthritis. After being a fierce athlete and playing Division 1 water polo, Emily was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 22. She shares lessons learned while working as a night shift nurse for 12 years and having…
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Ep. 49: Neurodivergent OTs Discuss Creating a Practice That Actually Works for You With Guest, Breanna James
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1:18:54This week on The BRAVE OT Podcast: So many neurodivergent OTs like us have spent our careers trying to squeeze ourselves into systems that weren't designed for how our brains work, for our sensory needs, or for how our values need to align deeply with our work. It is a brave move to one day say "I'm going to create something that actually works for…
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Breastfeeding, History, and Public Health: Lessons from Dr. Jacqueline Wolf
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57:46In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Dr. Jacqueline H. Wolf, medical historian and author of Don’t Kill Your Baby: Public Health and the Decline of Breastfeeding in the 19th and 20th Centuries. Dr. Wolf is a professor at Ohio University whose research focuses on the history of breastfeeding, childbirth, and maternal-child …
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#378 - Before and After School Routines That Reduce Meltdowns
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23:55NEW Motor Skills Digital Course is LIVE! https://harkla.co/products/motor-skills-course In this episode of the All Things Sensory Podcast, we’re sharing our favorite regulation activities and tools to support your child / clients before and after school — plus tips for YOU as an adult. We’ll walk you through simple, practical strategies that start …
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Ep. 31 Zones of Regulation: the Good, the Bad, and the OT Way
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40:45What happens when one of occupational therapy's most beloved programs gets put under the research microscope? Turns out Zones of Regulation—despite being wildly popular—has a shaky evidence base. BUT don’t panic and throw out all your materials, we've got some promising news. A new study shows what happens when you take Zones and actually do it the…
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Beyond The "Green Zone" & Beyond Labeling Feelings: Supporting Social Emotional Learning with Katrina Martin
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35:12If you’re anything like me, you learned how masking can harm the mental health of your Autistic clients….and then you never learned anything to put in its place. This leaves a huge gap for our Autistic clients who need us to know how to support their social and emotional well-being in an affirming way. Today’s guest, Katrina Martin, Ph.D., helps us…
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#111: The Clinic With No Turnover: Using Culture, Clarity, and Connection (Ft. Michael Silva and Jason Collin)
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52:13Too many owners believe higher pay is the only retention tool. But the truth? Recognition, clarity, and connection often drive loyalty far more than compensation. In this episode of Strata Stories, guest host Michael Silva sits down with Jason Collin, owner of PT Revolution, to dig into: 1. Why culture and recognition outpace pay when it comes to r…
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Abundance, Not Restriction: A Refreshing Take on Food and Pelvic Health
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25:05Learn more about Level 1 Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner program Get certified in pelvic health from the OT lens here Grab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here. Learn more about my guest here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisbrooksnutrition/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexisbrooksnutrition Website: www.alexisb…
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From Stress to Success: Building a Flexible Practice and Life with Andrea Gingras
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33:44What if the hardest moment in your life became the spark that pushed you to finally follow your dream? That’s what happened for Andrea Gingras, who turned loss, burnout, and a desire for freedom into the driving force behind her private practice, Love Without Words: Speech Therapy, in Concord, California. Andrea is a speech-language pathologist who…
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AACPDM 2025 preview (Dr Arianna Trionfo MD)
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47:57The effect of immediate weightbearing after planovalgus foot reconstruction in ambulatory children with cerebral palsy Background and Objective(s) Planovalgus (PV) is a common foot deformity in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Orthopedic surgery is widely established as an effective treatment for deformity correction though there is clinical vari…
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Finding Strength after JIA and Macrophage Activation Syndrome: Zac’s Story of Tenacity
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59:22Diagnosed at just 15, Zac opens up about the difficult shift from being an active athlete to facing disability caused by arthritis and its complications. He shares how strength training became a turning point and helped him regain mobility, lose weight, and rebuild a fulfilling life. He also explores how his background in strength training helped h…
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#377 - The Hidden Link Between Sensory Needs, Regulation & Pooping with Sarah Selznick, MS, OTR/L
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54:11Sarah Selznick, MS, OTR/L is an occupational therapist, author, and the founder of Sensory Explorers, a private practice supporting children, caregivers, and adults through sensory wellness, pelvic health, and developmental care. She’s the creator of the online Super Poopers course, helping families navigate pediatric bowel and bladder challenges w…
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Supporting Autistic Kids During Meltdowns with Amanda Diekman
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22:04This bonus episode is just for the parents you support, and it is all about meltdowns. A meltdown is a full body response to feeling overwhelmed. In a meltdown, our kids' nervous systems are in survival mode. They are going to fight for their lives or flee for safety. One way or another, they are physically releasing the energy of their intense emo…
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