4D: Deep Dive into Degenerative Diseases - ANPT

Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy

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Episodes 94

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Since Jun 2019

Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

The Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Degenerative Disease Special Interest Group (DDSIG) is a component of the American Physical Therapy Association. The DDSIG is comprised of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students in physical therapy programs that have an interest in neurodegenerative disorders including Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotropic lateral sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, and others. The DDSIG provides a forum to discuss advances in practice and the challenges of providing care for individuals with neurodegenerative disease. They are a valuable networking tool to help researchers, educators, and clinicians in the area of neurodegenerative disorders connect, share ideas, and learn from leaders in the field.

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Recent Episodes

S1E61 DD SIG Episode 61: Beyond Tired: Understanding and Managing Fatigue in Neurodegenerative Disorders

May 30, 2026 56m

In this episode, we’re sharing an edited audio recording of our DD SIG educational session from March 2026, during which we talked to 3 experts about fatigue in neurodegenerative diseases. Our panel…

S1E61 DD SIG Bonus Episode: CSM 2026 Poster Award: Telerehabilitation and Parkinson’s Disease with Paria Darbandsari

Apr 29, 2026 31m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco is joined by CSM 2026 DD SIG Poster Award winner Paria Darbandsari. They discuss her study on the effects of telerehabilitation on Parkinson’s Disease including what…

S1E61 DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 8: Mission MSA

Mar 31, 2026 34m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco interviews Mission MSA CEO Joe Lindahl, and DD SIG liaison physical therapist Lindsay Beatty to share how the organization champions connection, education and…

S1E60 DD SIG Episode 60: AT/SWM SIG Collaboration: Seating for People with ALS

Feb 21, 2026 37m

In this episode, created in collaboration with ANPT’s Assistive Technology and Wheeled Mobility (ATSWM) SIG, host Chris Buke is joined by AT/SWM SIG Chair Wendy Koesters and special guest Pam…

S1E60 DD SIG: Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) 2026 Preview

Feb 09, 2026 31m

Get ready for a slam dunk! Join our podcast team members Madison Catalano, Ken Vinacco, and Sara Zoeller as they discuss the degenerative diseases programming at this year’s CSM in Anaheim, CA. This…

S1E60 DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 7: CurePSP

Jan 29, 2026 35m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco interviews Jessica Shurer, CurePSP’s Director of Clinical Affairs and Advocacy, to share how the organization is leading initiatives to expand support, outreach, and…

S1E59 DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 6: The Muscular Dystrophy Association

Dec 22, 2025 29m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco talks with guest Brooke Smith to learn more about the resources and role of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is…

S1E59 DD SIG Episode 59: Reactive Balance with Daniel Peterson

Nov 23, 2025 48m

In this episode, host Parm Padgett interviews Dr. Daniel Peterson about how to conceptualize and begin to intervene in the area of reactive balance. He discusses his work with people with Parkinson’s…

S1E58 DD SIG Episode 58: Collaboration with the Residency & Fellowship SIG: Everything You Wanted to Know About Neuro Residencies

Nov 06, 2025 36m

In this episode, we bring together a panel of guests to discuss neurologic physical therapy residencies. Host Chris Burke talks to ANPT RF SIG chair Christina Platko, along with DD SIG volunteers…

S1E57 DD SIG Bonus Episode: Collaboration with the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation: Exercise for Myotonic Dystrophy with Donovan Lott and Matt Wheeler

Oct 12, 2025 54m

In this episode, we tune into the audio from a special webinar from the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation (MDF) about exercise for people with Myotonic Dystrophy (DM). Join Dr. Andy Rohrwasser- MDF Chief…

S1E57 DD SIG Episode 57: Individualized rehabilitation for people with cerebellar ataxia with Sarah Milne

Sep 29, 2025 38m

In this episode, host Parm Padgett interviews Dr. Sarah Milne about different rehabilitation strategies for physical therapists working with people with degenerative cerebellar ataxias. Dr. Milne…

DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 5: The National Ataxia Foundation

Jul 31, 2025

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco talks with guests Andrew Rosen and Ashley Durando to discuss the National Ataxia Foundation mission and resources.The Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group is…

S1E55 DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 4: Huntington’s Disease Society of America

Jun 28, 2025 28m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco talks with guest Gia Mannone to discuss the resources that the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA www.hdsa.org ) offers for people with HD. Gia discusses…

S1E56 DD SIG and JNPT Collaboration- Episode 56: Proprioceptive Reliance During Backward Walking in People with MS with Patrick Monaghan & Michael VanNostrand

Jun 25, 2025 40m

This episode of 4D highlights results and implications from an article in the July 2025 Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy special issue on walking in people with neurological health conditions.…

S2E55 DDSIG: Bonus Episode- CSM 2025 Platform Award: Amplifying walking activity in Parkinson’s Disease through autonomous music-based rhythmic auditory stimulation – with Franchino Porciuncula

May 31, 2025 37m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco interviews Franchino Porciuncula, the winner of the DDSIG platform award at CSM 2025 in Houston, TX. They discuss his research related to utilizing closed-loop,…

S1E56 DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 3: The ALS Association

May 29, 2025

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco sits down with guests Lauren LaMar and Kyle Vasher to discuss the range of resources that the ALS Association offers for people with ALS. Lauren shares her role in…

S1E55 DD SIG Episode 55: Freezing of Gait with Alice Nieuwboer

May 01, 2025 55m

In this insightful episode, host Parm Padgett sits down with Dr. Alice Nieuwboer, a leading expert in Parkinson’s rehabilitation, to unpack the complex and frustrating phenomenon of freezing of gait…

S1E54 DD SIG: Navigating the Path Episode 2: The Parkinson’s Foundation

Apr 28, 2025 27m

In this episode, host Ken Vinacco sits down with special guest Donna Sperlakis to explore the wide range of resources and support services offered by the Parkinson’s Foundation. Together, they dive…

DD SIG Navigating the Path Episode 1: National MS Society

Mar 29, 2025 20m

Tune in to the first episode of our new series, Navigating the Path: Resources for Patients with Neurodegenerative Diseases, which highlights organizations that provide resources and information to…

S1E54 DDSIG: Bonus Episode- CSM Poster Award 2025: Analysis of Backward Gait Assessment Performance in Typical Older Adults and Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease – with Lisa Inglis

Mar 24, 2025 20m

In this episode, Parm interviews Lisa Inglis, the winner of the DDSIG poster award at CSM 2025 in Houston. Lisa, a PT and professor at Daemen college, explains her research related to measuring…

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