Latest Medical evidence Podcast Episodes
Episode 29: The Meghan Malley Wellness Program
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - May 28, 2024 23:00 - 48 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT, Heath Stilwell, NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, and Andy Kronk, participant in The Meghan Malley Wellness Program at The Recovery Project. Listen in to learn about the re-naming of the wellness programs offered at The Recovery Project ...
Episode 28: Introduction to Vivistim-Paired Vagus Nerve Stimulation Therapy
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - March 28, 2024 16:00 - 45 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Mark Pedziwiatr MS, OTR/L, ATP, to talk about Vivistim. Vivistim is a paired vagus nerve stimulation therapy that enhances the effects of neuroplasticity. Vivistim is FDA approved for chronic ischemic stroke survivors with ongoing upper limb deficits. Listen in to...
Episode 27: Introduction to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - February 28, 2024 20:00 - 50 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Nick Mischel, MD, PhD, and Steve Watts, MOT, OTR/L, CSRS, CBIS, AIB-VR, to discuss Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). This procedure is FDA approved to improve symptoms of major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), migraines, and to help peop...
Episode 26: The Benefits Of Yoga And The Connection Of Breathe To Movement
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - January 30, 2024 20:00 - 57 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Brent Rieli, E-RYT-500 and Sheri Rieli, RYT-500, Co-Founders of the Plymouth Yoga Room to talk everything yoga and their journey in creating their studio in downtown Plymouth, Michigan. Topics discussed include studies and statistics on the current state of the p...
Episode 25: Implementing Sensory Integration Techniques to Treat Adult Sensory Processing Disorders
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - November 15, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Alysha DeMay MS, OTRL, to talk about the sensory system, assessing sensory disorders, and implementing processing strategies for treating these disorders. Listen in to learn about strategies used in the rehab setting as well as tips and tricks to use on your own t...
Episode 24: Sleep: The Hows and Whys of this Critical Component of Well-Being and Recovery
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - October 30, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutesHost Polly Swingle welcomes Joe Currie to the podcast to talk about sleep. Joe shares a study on sleep he performed with a large company as well as tips and tricks to help maximize the benefits of sleep into your everyday life. Joe Currie is the Executive Fitness & Nutrition Advisor at ROCK. He...
Episode 23: Modern Management of the Older Adult
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - September 18, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Camden Iwasko, PTA, to discuss the latest research and evidence for the modern management of the older adult. Topics include the rehab, exercise, and physical therapy management of this population. Camden Iwasko, PTA, has been a staff therapist with The Recovery ...
Episode 22: Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: The Latest Research and Evidence in Rehab
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - August 11, 2023 20:00 - 49 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Madeline Wideman, PT, DPT, to discuss the latest research and evidence for the treatment of those with spinal cord injuries. The importance of a multidisciplinary approach and care team is also discussed. Dr. Madeline Wideman, PT, DPT, has been a Physical The...
Episode 22: Spinal Cord Injuries: The Latest Research and Evidence in Rehab
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - August 11, 2023 20:00 - 49 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Madeline Wideman, PT, DPT, to discuss the latest research and evidence for the treatment of those with spinal cord injuries. The importance of a multidisciplinary approach and care team is also discussed. Dr. Madeline Wideman, PT, DPT, has been a Physical The...
Episode 21: TheraShield, LLC: Innovative Technology For Use In The Rehab World
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - July 13, 2023 02:00 - 24 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Alissa Remijan, OTD and founder of TheraShield, LLC and Co-Owner of The Recovery Project, Charlie Parkhill to discuss the idea, creation, and steps in completing a capstone project focusing on product design for this beneficial and innovative tool to be used in th...
Episode 20: L.I.F.E. Program for Functional Movement Disorders and the Latest Research On FMD
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - June 19, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, Julianna Filice-Hanna, M.S., CCC-SLP, Alysha DeMay MS, OTRL, and Dr. Olivia Risko, PT, DPT, to talk about the L.I.F.E Program (Learning Independent Function Everyday) for functional movement disorders, the latest research on this condit...
Episode 19: The Science Behind High Intensity Gait Training
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - May 05, 2023 20:00 - 43 minutesHost Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT and Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT to talk about the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines for High Intensity Gait Training. This episode is an overview of the evidence supporting HIGT and real-world clinical applications for this treatment. ...
Episode 18: Introduction to Dry Needling
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - March 21, 2023 19:00 - 37 minutesAre you curious to learn more about all things dry needling? Then this episode is for you! Join host Polly Swingle and her special guest, Dr. TJ Hosa as they discuss the practice of dry needling...what is it, what conditions can it help, benefits and potential complications, insurance coverage...
Episode 17: Benefits of Residential, Recreational and Community-Based Rehabilitation
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - February 25, 2023 22:00 - 43 minutesIn this episode, Polly talks with three experts on the benefits and impact of residential, recreational and community-based rehab: Dr. Nada Metti, DrOT, OTRL, Nikki Warner, MPT, and Lindsay Vos, CTRS. Tune in to learn more about how to apply the latest evidence based practice in a residential s...
Episode 16: An Update on the Concentrated Stroke Rehab Program
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - January 31, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutesLearn more about the innovative, 2 week intensive stroke program at The Recovery Project known as the Concentrated Stroke Rehabilitation Program. Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, Program Director at The Recovery Project. Meghan discusses how this program is different...
Episode 15: The Role of Heart Rate Variability in the Management of Anxiety
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - November 23, 2022 01:00 - 34 minutesIn this episode, Polly talks with Occupational Therapist, Eryn Donnellon all about heart rate variability and how it can serve as as therapeutic tool when managing anxiety. Heart rate variability is literally the difference in time between the beats of your heart, and is a function of our auton...
Episode 14: The Role of Case Management in Multidisciplinary Care with guest Sonia Shah, Certified Case Manager.
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - October 12, 2022 15:00 - 38 minutesCase management is an invaluable component of comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care. In today's episode, Polly has the pleasure to discuss the expertise and value of case management with Sonia Shah, a Certified Case Manager and Founder/Owner of Horizon Case Management. Sonia Shah, BS, BSN, CC...
Episode 13: Living Life To The Fullest After Spinal Cord Injury with guests Laura Jackson and Billy Vickers
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - September 27, 2022 15:00 - 44 minutesThis episode is one you don't want to miss! Polly hosts a vulnerable and inspiring conversation with guests, Laura Jackson and Billy Vickers about life after a spinal cord injury. As we continue to honor Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, tune in to hear how Laura and Billy have coped, adapted...
The Latest Research In Parkinson's Disease Management with Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - August 31, 2022 20:00 - 50 minutesIf you are living with Parkinson's disease or are a therapist treating individuals with PD, this episode is for you! The Recovery Project's Program Director, Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, joins Polly on this episode of "Evidence to Excellence" to discuss the latest research and best practices f...
Episode 12: The Latest Research In Parkinson's Disease Management with Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - August 31, 2022 20:00 - 50 minutesIf you are living with Parkinson's disease or are a therapist treating individuals with PD, this episode is for you! The Recovery Project's Program Director, Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, joins Polly on this episode of "Evidence to Excellence" to discuss the latest research and best practices f...
Episode 11: Collaborative Approach to Orthotic Management with Nikki Warner, MPT, Seth Cochrill, CO and Tiffany Crowe
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - July 26, 2022 15:00 - 32 minutesListen in to learn more about a collaborative team approach to orthotic management for individuals with locomotion and mobility challenges. Our host, Polly Swingle, discusses the importance of proper evaluation, prescription, and implementation of orthotics for individuals with neurological co...
Episode 10: A New Approach to Stroke Rehab with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTRL
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - June 01, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutesJoin host Polly Swingle as she talks with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTR about the latest evidence in stroke rehab and the development of a high intensity stroke program at The Recovery Project. Learn the practical applications of the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines f...
Episode 9: Functional Movement Disorders and the Importance of an Integrative Approach with Dr. Megan Reid, PT, DPT
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - April 26, 2022 15:00 - 37 minutesAre you familiar with the term "Functional Movement Disorder"? This is a complex condition that affects thousands of individuals and until recently, has been quite misunderstood by the medical community. Join host Polly Swingle as she sits down with Dr. Megan Reid, PT, DPT to discuss this ne...
Episode 8: Introduction to Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation with Dr. Jessica Somerville, PT, DPT and Corinne DiPrima, OTR
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - April 05, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutesOn today's podcast, host Polly Swingle speaks with pelvic health therapists, Dr. Jessica Somerville, PT, DPT and Corinne DiPrima, OTRL. Jessica and Corinne provide extensive education on various pelvic floor diagnoses, treatments and strategies to optimize quality of life. Jessica Somerville...
Episode 8: Introduction to Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab - April 05, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutesOn today's podcast, host Polly Swingle speaks with pelvic health therapists, Dr. Jessica Somerville, PT, DPT and Corinne DiPrima, OTRL. Jessica and Corinne provide extensive education on various pelvic floor diagnoses, treatments and strategies to optimize quality of life. Jessica Somerville...
Episode #47 - The Start of Trajector Medical
Trajector's Tips - November 25, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn today’s episode, our subject matter expert is joined by Gina – a nurse practitioner who founded Trajector. Gina spent years conducting compensation and pension exams for the VA before starting Trajector to develop valuable medical evidence Veterans can use to pursue their VA disabili...
Episode #46 - Is Medical Evidence Valuable When Pursuing VA Disability Benefits?
Trajector's Tips - November 11, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn today’s episode, Robin is joined by Robert – a Marine who discovered how valuable medical evidence is when pursuing VA disability benefits. Robert spent a significant amount of time at Camp Lejeune, which exposed many service members to contaminated water. Tune in to hear Robert’s s...
Episode #45 - What value does medical evidence development provide to VA disability benefits appeals?
Trajector's Tips - November 05, 2021 21:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWhat value does medical evidence development provide to VA disability benefits appeals? In today’s episode, Robin reviews some frequently asked questions Veterans have about appealing for the VA disability benefits they medically, legally and ethically qualify for. Tune in to hear m...
Episode #44 - Can a mental health condition cause secondary disabilities?
Trajector's Tips - October 21, 2021 16:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsRobin speaks with Trajector Medical team member, Caitlin, about the toll mental health disabilities can have on the body. Caitlin is a nurse practitioner who continues to study and research mental health conditions. People suffering from mental health conditions may feel both mental an...
Episode #43 - How Can Trajector Medical Help me Receive my VA Disability Benefits
Trajector's Tips - October 14, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsCould medical evidence development be the edge you need to achieve the VA disability benefits you medically, legally and ethically qualify for? In today’s episode, Robin reviews some frequently asked questions about Trajector Medical. Stay tuned to learn more about how Trajector Medi...
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