Feel Better, Move Better, Live Better
75 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsBrandon Poen (Doctor of Physical Therapy) along with local physical therapists and other healthcare providers in the South Hill, VA region discuss key, relevant, & actionable information regarding a vast variety of topics including pain, movement, exercise, and so many more. Various other healthcare providers will be discussing other medical avenues of health to help the general population feel, move, and ultimately live better.
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Episodes
Part 2- Radiation Oncology (Featuring Dr. Monica Morris, M.D.)
September 26, 2019 03:48 - 47 minutes - 108 MBLucero Vazquez chats with Dr. Monica Morris, M.D. (Radiation Oncology Director at CMH Cancer and Specialty Care) about an overview of radiation oncology discussing what it is, different methods of treatment, cancer staging, what to expect going through and after undergoing radiation, cancer related fatigue, and much more! This is Part 2 of this interview. American Cancer Society VCU Massey Cancer Center National Cancer Institute Cancer Related Fatigue Prostate Cancer Head & N...
Part 1- Cancer: Overview & Treatment (Featuring Monica Morris, M.D.)
September 26, 2019 02:52 - 19 minutes - 44.1 MBLucero Vazquez chats with Dr. Monica Morris, M.D. (Radiation Oncology Director at CMH Cancer and Specialty Care) about an overview of cancer related conditions regarding diagnosis, testing, and treatment for Part 1 of this interview. American Cancer Society VCU Massey Cancer Center National Cancer Institute Cancer Related Fatigue Prostate Cancer Head & Neck Cancers International Agency for Research on Cancer BreastCancer.Org Podcast Information Facebook Page: ...
Sportable: Adaptive Sports & Recreation for People with Physical & Visual Disabilities (Featuring Josh Sloan)
September 11, 2019 02:27 - 42 minutes - 96.3 MBBrandon chats with Josh Sloan (Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator with Sportable) about Sportable (Non-Profit organization that aims to provide sports and recreation opportunities for people with physical and visual disabilities) and about the awesome opportunities it provides people with disabilities to stay active. Sportable Website RVA Tailgate Facebook: SportableRVA Instagram: @sportablerva Twitter: @SportableRVA Josh's Email: [email protected] Sportable Phone Number...
Group Fitness for the Geriatric Population (Featuring Tammy Way)
September 09, 2019 03:23 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MBBrandon chats with Tammy Way (Group Fitness Instructor at VCU CMH and The Fit Club) about group exercise considerations. Tammy also discusses a specific class that she teaches called "Ageless Grace". Stephen Jepson Never Stop Playing VCU CMH Exercise Center Information The Fit Club Website and Group Fitness Schedule Ageless Grace Website Ageless Grace Find a Teacher/Class Near You Ageless Grace Flashcards Podcast Information Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.c...
Sleep's Role in Health and Persistent Pain (Featuring Dr. Katie Siengsukon)
September 04, 2019 18:43 - 51 minutes - 117 MBBrandon chats with Dr. Katie Siengsukon (Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at University of Kansas with sleep research emphasis) about the mechanisms and importance of quality sleep on health and wellness. Katie also discusses reasons as to why someone may have poor sleep, how to know if someone is getting quality sleep, helpful strategies to improve sleep, common sleep myths, what the latest evidence says, & much more. "Why We Sleep" by Dr. Matthew Walker Matthew Walker's TED Talk...
LSVT-BIG for Parkinson's Treatment (Featuring Jan Thrasher & Yasmen Ibrahim)
September 02, 2019 12:55 - 20 minutes - 47.1 MBBrandon chats with fellow VCU CMH Physical Therapists: Jan Thrasher & Yasmen Ibrahim (Certified in LSVT-BIG) about the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment- BIG program designed to optimize movement and motor function for people with Parkinson's Disease. LSVT Website LSVT-BIG Homework Helper DVD Find an LSVT Clinician Near You Podcast Information Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http://feelbettermovebetterlivebett...
Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease (Featuring Dr. Kathryn L. Holloway, M.D.)
August 30, 2019 03:47 - 35 minutes - 82 MBBrandon chats with Dr. Kathryn Holloway, Neurosurgeon with VCU Health, about Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery as an option to treat symptoms from Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Holloway discusses who is/isn't a great candidate for DBS, what the DBS surgery entails, safety with DBS, what to expect after DBS, and much more. Resources Mentioned VCU Parkinson's Disease Page VCU DBS Information Page Medtronic DBS Guide from Parkinson's Foundation Boston Scientific Abbott DBS...
Parkinson's Disease Overview (Featuring Dr. Jon Snider M.D.)
August 27, 2019 02:18 - 35 minutes - 82.1 MBBrandon chats with Dr. Jonathan Snider, Neurologist at VCU Health NOW Center, regarding an overview of Parkinson's including basic disease process, variables associated with development of the disease, signs and symptoms, other conditions that mimic Parkinson's, medications, treatment options, and much more. Resources Mentioned VCU Parkinson's Website Parkinson's Foundation Michael Fox Foundation American Parkinson Disease Association Contact Information Dr. Snider's Biog...
What is Occupational Therapy? (Featuring Holly Robinson & Laurie LaFeldt)
August 25, 2019 01:42 - 22 minutes - 51.9 MBBrandon chats with Holly Robinson & Laurie LaFeldt (Occupational Therapists at VCU CMH) about an overview of what occupational therapy (OT) is, what OT can look like from the patient's perspective, where OTs can work, and much more! Resources American Occupational Therapy Association The Occupational Therapist's Cognitive ADL Workbook by Laurie LaFeldt Occupational Therapy US Department of Labor Statistics Occupational Therapist's Role in Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Low Vi...
Hospital & Neurological Rehabilitation (Featuring John Watson)
August 20, 2019 23:17 - 23 minutes - 54.2 MBBrandon chats with John Watson, Physical Therapist at VCU CMH, about what rehabilitation looks like in the hospital for someone presenting with a major neurologic event and after an orthopedic surgery. John also talks about neurologic rehabilitation and stroke recognition. Resources Mentioned American Heart Association American Stroke Association National Institutes of Health World Health Organization Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ ...
ACL Rupture: Prevention & Rehabilitation (Featuring Kate Wason)
August 17, 2019 12:58 - 44 minutes - 102 MBBrandon chats with Kate Wason, Sports PT Resident at VCU, live from Richmond about Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries discussing risk factors, surgical considerations, appropriate rehabilitation, and much more. Resources Mentioned Mike Reinold and Lenny Macrina Erik Miera's Website Erik Meira's Article on Quad Index with ACL BJSM ACL Guidelines APTA Knee Ligament Sprain Clinical Practice Guidelines Steph Allen's Instagram Page Clinical Athlete ACL Injury Preven...
Cardiac Rehabilitation (Featuring Lucero Vazquez)
August 14, 2019 20:06 - 40 minutes - 92.2 MBBrandon chats with Lucero Vazquez, Exercise Physiologist at VCU CMH, about what exercise physiology is and what it can entail along with helpful information for patients and families about cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. References American Heart Association What is Cardiac Rehabilitation? ACSM Cardiac Rehabilitation Guidelines Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Website Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation & Prevention Basics of Pulmonary Rehabilitation How Sleep...
Pelvic Physical Therapy (Featuring Valerie Werth)
August 11, 2019 12:25 - 48 minutes - 112 MBBrandon chats with Valerie Werth (Pelvic Health Specialist Physical Therapist at VCU CMH) to chat about a variety of topics related to pelvic health physical therapy. APTA Section on Women's Health APTA Section on Women's Health Resources for Patients Herman & Wallace Website Find a Practitioner through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Guru Website Pelvic Guru Find a PT Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http:...
Balance and Home Safety (Featuring Amanda Elliott)
August 07, 2019 21:24 - 13 minutes - 31.9 MBBrandon chats with Amanda Elliott (Physical Therapist at VCU CMH who specializes in treating vestibular/balance conditions) about data on falls, factors that contribute to risk of falling, home safety considerations, general strategies to improve balance, appropriate assistive device selection and measurements, & much more. CDC's Important Facts About Falls Home Safety Tips Life Alert 24/7 Monitoring System Apps/Platforms A Matter of Balance Class Website Facebook Page...
Common Misconceptions in Musculoskeletal Pain (Featuring Zak Gabor)
August 04, 2019 21:39 - 42 minutes - 98.2 MBBrandon chats with Zak Gabor, Physical Therapist at Boston PT & Wellness, about the most common misconceptions regarding musculoskeletal pain along with discussing what the evidence currently says on these topics. Barbell Medicine Clinical Athlete The Sports Physio Cor Kinetic Posture Video from Greg Lehman Evidence Referenced: Recent SI Joint Research Article https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6614774/?fbclid=IwAR2lL861NbQwPxyc-xgc7J45nr4n_I839_mjsdTZ_EmAIWfgB_...
Nutrition 101 (Featuring Nana Ataa Ofosu-Benefo)
August 01, 2019 01:55 - 52 minutes - 120 MBBrandon chats with Nana Ataa Ofosu-Benefo, Registered Dietitian, about optimal dietary guidelines for the general population along with debunking common dietary myths and misconceptions References Mentioned What Can A Registered Dietitian Do For You? Find a Registered Dietitian in the Richmond Area Find a Registered Dietitian in the United States Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Website Nana's volunteer work with the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Public Policy Coor...
Exercise & Personal Training (Featuring Angel Brazeal)
July 28, 2019 14:37 - 57 minutes - 131 MBBrandon chats with Angel Brazeal, Certified Personal Trainer at FitClub in South Hill, about proper weight training and aerobic exercise considerations. Relevant Resources National Academy of Sports Medicine The Strength Jedi Website/Blog The American College of Sports Medicine National Strength and Conditioning Association The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research Interesting Research Article on How Exercise Can make People Feel Better Angel's Interview on the P...
Optimal Return to Throwing (Featuring Alex Famodu)
July 23, 2019 04:18 - 43 minutes - 98.8 MBBrandon chats with Alex Famodu, Certified Exercise Physiologist, about baseball injuries along with numerous things to consider when rehabbing and training the baseball athlete. References Mentioned Driveline Baseball Driveline Baseball Podcast Kyle Boddy's Twitter Page Sam Briend's Twitter Page Terry Phillips Twitter Page Interview with Terry Phillips and Sam Briend of Driveline Baseball on HET Podcast On Base University Trevor Bauer Instagram Page Sleep Strategies...
Truth about Atraumatic Shoulder Rotator Cuff Pain/Exercise/Surgery (Re-shared from Video from Dr. Jeremy Lewis)
July 21, 2019 16:04 - 7 minutes - 18 MBDr. Jeremy Lewis (International Shoulder Pain Researcher) recorded a video on April 2017 in which he dives into the less known truth about rotator cuff pain/imaging/exercise/surgery as this episode was taken directly from his YouTube video and re-shared. Link to Original Video on YouTube Jeremy Lewis's Website Link to all of Jeremy's Research Twitter: @JeremyLewisPT Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http://feel...
What is Speech Language Pathology? (Featuring Amy Wilkins)
July 17, 2019 03:31 - 15 minutes - 34.7 MBAmy Moore Wilkins, CCC-Speech Language Pathologist at VCU CMH, chats about what speech language pathology (SLP) is, what treatment can entail, different settings and specialties that SLPs can work in, the LSVT-LOUD Program, & more. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Website Speech Language Pathology from the US Bureau of Labor & Statistics LSVT Loud Website Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http://f...
Crossfit: Myths Vs. Facts (Featuring Joshua Perks)
July 12, 2019 12:29 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MBBrandon chats with Josh Perks (Crossfit Level 1 Coach, Student Physical Therapist Assistant at South University, & Fitness Director at Crunch Fitness in RVA) to chat about Crossfit. They discuss what Crossfit is, biggest misconceptions regarding Crossfit, common injuries and mechanics issues, proper recovery, and more! Resources Mentioned Crossfit Website Selective Functional Movement Assessment Mike Reinold Website The Barbell Physio Website The Movement Fix YouTube Page I...
From Rock Bottom to Return to Normal (Featuring Christopher Bower)
July 03, 2019 03:22 - 21 minutes - 48.4 MBBrandon chats with one of his current PT patients, Christopher Bower, about his journey and transformation from physical therapy being seen for rehabilitation from a major back injury. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http://feelbettermovebetterlivebetter.libsyn.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feel-better-move-better-live-better/id1468907912 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I1HW...
Truth About Imaging and Spine Pain
June 29, 2019 14:06 - 10 minutes - 25 MBBrandon Poen, Physical Therapist, discusses the truth about the diagnostic accuracy regarding imaging in identifying pain generators in the spine along with discussing when imaging is relevant & needed. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http://feelbettermovebetterlivebetter.libsyn.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feel-better-move-better-live-better/id1468907912 Spotify: https://open.spotify....
What is Physical Therapy?
June 24, 2019 19:19 - 10 minutes - 24.9 MBBrandon Poen, Physical Therapist, discusses what physical therapy (PT) is/does along with discussing numerous ways PTs can help people, where PTs work, and helpful information for you the consumer to figure out where's the right PT clinic for you. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/feelbettermovebetterlivebetter/ Website for Podcast: http://feelbettermovebetterlivebetter.libsyn.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feel-better-move-better-live-better/id146...
Introduction
June 17, 2019 14:42 - 10 minutes - 24 MBHost, Brandon Poen (Physical Therapist at VCU CMH Rehab Center in South Hill, VA) discusses the why, mission, & format of this podcast along with sharing more about his background. Website: http://feelbettermovebetterlivebetter.libsyn.com/ Contact Information Email: [email protected] Facebook Page: @feelbettermovebetterlivebetter