After years of working with patients, Sara DeMars, PT, DPT, has learned the power that words and word choice can have when working with patients. Sara believes that through being aware of our verbal communication and avoiding broad language we can actually make a big impact when it comes to patient care. Here’s our discussion … Continue reading The Power of ... Show More
Jul 7
Finding Your Niche: Danny Matta on How to Build a Career Centered on Ownership
Physical therapists often enter the profession to help patients — but many also aspire to have greater autonomy, flexibility, and ownership over their careers. In this episode of the APTA Podcast, entrepreneur, business coach, author, and physical therapist Danny Matta, PT, DPT, ... Show More
37m 53s
Jun 23
The World Cup Influence: Physical Therapy for Soccer Players of All Levels
In this episode of the APTA Podcast, John Gallucci Jr., PT, DPT, ATC, MS, president and CEO of JAG Physical Therapy and associate chief medical officer for Major League Soccer, explores the unique physical demands of soccer for athletes of all levels. With the 2026 men’s World Cu ... Show More
27m 26s
Jun 16
PTJ Author Interview: Value of Integrating Primary Care Physical Therapy
Join Editor-in-Chief Steven George, PT, PhD, FAPTA, as he talks with Alyson Cavanaugh, PT, DPT, PhD, MPH, and Micah Wong, PT, DPT, about their recently published scoping review. The review mapped the current literature on the implementation of primary care physical therapy and fo ... Show More
28m 39s
Aug 2024
Transforming Self-Talk: The Impact of Words on Mindset and Growth
"Use words with care and attention."
- Ana Melikian
In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the timeless wisdom of "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz, focusing particularly on the power of words.
Ana uncovers the concept of “self-limiting beliefs” or ... Show More
19m 8s
Feb 2025
THE POWER OF WORDS - Best Motivational Speech (Featuring Coach Pain)
<p>THE POWER OF WORDS! Your words become your reality. Words are the single most powerful force available to humans. They can help, heal, hinder, hurt, harm, humiliate and humble. We all need the life-giving power of encouraging words in our life.</p><br><p>Spoken by Coach Pain. ... Show More
9m 4s