Hands On Hands Off: Manual Therapy & Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AAOMPT)

Hands On Hands Off: Manual Therapy & Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AAOMPT)

AAOMPT

Episodes 227
Avg. Duration 29m
Activity Sporadic
Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Nov 2018
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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The Hands On Hands Off Podcast from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists explores the debate at the heart of modern rehab: How much treatment should be hands-on… and how much should empower patients to move independently? Through conversations with leaders in manual therapy, orthopedic physical therapy, pain science, and rehabilitation, we break down: • clinical reasoning • manual therapy techniques • patient education • exercise-based care • evidence vs tradition in PT If you’re a physical therapist, manual therapist, DPT student, or rehabilitation professional, this show will challenge assumptions and sharpen your practice.

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Life After Fellowship: Giving Back to the Profession

Apr 14, 2026 17m

Today we’re joined by Liam Globensky, Center Manager at Brooks Rehabilitation and a newly graduated fellow from the Brooks Institute of Higher Learning. Liam’s passion is clear: fellowship is not the…

Why Kyle Feldman Never “Works a Day”

Apr 07, 2026 16m

In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Feldman, National Director of Physical Therapy for ReEnvision PT and owner of WE ARE Physiotherapy. Kyle shares how clinical reasoning, therapeutic alliance,…

How to Teach Clinical Reasoning in OMPT

Mar 24, 2026 12m

What happens when you mix decades of movement science, deep mentorship, and a passion for solving complex MSK problems? You get Lee Marinko — one of the most beloved educators and mentors in OMPT.Lee…

Why Hip Dysplasia Goes Undiagnosed for 7 Years

Mar 19, 2026 15m Transcript

Why do patients with hip dysplasia go years without a diagnosis?In this episode, physical therapist and researcher Dr. Libby Bergman explains why hip dysplasia in young adults is frequently…

When a PTA Crosses Scope of Practice: An Ethics Case Every PT Should Hear

Mar 18, 2026 25m

What should a clinician do when they discover an ethical breach in the clinic?In this episode, members of the AAOMPT Ethics Committee walk through a realistic clinical scenario involving a physical…

Screening Social Determinants of Health in Outpatient PT

Mar 16, 2026 14m

What does it look like when an early-career clinician steps up to solve real barriers patients face — not just their pain?Wisconsin-based PT and Fellow-in-Training Rachel Beilfuss joins us to talk…

The Future of Musculoskeletal Care with Clare Ardern

Mar 10, 2026 19m

What does the future of musculoskeletal care look like — and how can physical therapists lead it?Dr. Clare Ardern, Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia and leader of the DigiMSK…

Life After Fellowship: Why Post-Professional Growth Matters

Mar 03, 2026 17m

In this AAOMPT interview, we sit down with Liam Globensky, Center Manager at Brooks Rehabilitation and a brand-new fellow from the Brooks Institute of Higher Learning. Liam shares his passion for…

Why Communication Is the Real Superpower in Manual Therapy

Feb 24, 2026 13m

John Seivert, PT, a clinician with more than 40 years of experience blending skilled orthopedic manual therapy with the art of Motivational Interviewing.Fresh off his conference breakout sessions —…

Why AAOMPT Membership Matters

Feb 17, 2026 14m

AAOMPT Fellow and educator Laura Wenger joins us to explore the future of membership, community, and belonging within orthopaedic manual physical therapy.Laura teaches foundational clinical reasoning…

The Worst Pain Is Unexplained Pain — Rethinking Diagnosis in Physical Therapy

Feb 12, 2026 34m Transcript

The worst pain is unexplained pain. In this episode of the Hands-On, Hands-Off Podcast, physical therapists Amy McDevitt and Paul Mintkin explore why pain without a clear diagnosis is often the most…

Manual Therapy Mechanisms & the Future of MT Education | Damian Keter

Feb 10, 2026 15m

Damian Keter joins the show to unpack manual therapy treatment mechanisms and how our profession needs to evolve its education around MT.Damian is a clinician specializing in complex pain at the VA…

Lifestyle Medicine Meets OMPT: A Conversation with Mark Shepherd

Feb 03, 2026 16m

Mark Shepherd joins the podcast to discuss person-centered clinical reasoning, lifestyle medicine, and how to improve the way PTs make sense of pain.Mark is Program Director of the Bellin College…

How IFOMPT Shapes Global Manual Therapy Education and Practice

Jan 29, 2026 36m Transcript

What role does IFOMPT play in global manual and musculoskeletal physiotherapy?In this episode of the Hands-On, Hands-Off Podcast, leaders from AAOMPT sit down with IFOMPT President Dr. Paolo Sanzo to…

Neck Manipulation Myths, Risks & Evidence with Roger Kerry

Jan 27, 2026 14m

Professor Roger Kerry joins the podcast to unpack one of the most debated topics in musculoskeletal care: the risks and benefits of manual therapy for people with head and neck pain.Roger is the lead…

Is Physical Therapy Worth the Cost for Plantar Heel Pain? A 3-Year Answer

Jan 22, 2026 50m Transcript

In this episode of the Hands-On, Hands-Off Podcast, Dr. Trenton Rehman sits down with Dr. Shane McClinton to discuss plantar heel pain and the role of physical therapy in both clinical outcomes and…

Low Back Pain Doesn’t Have to Be Confusing | Andreas Remis

Jan 20, 2026 13m

Andreas Remis joins the podcast to unpack low back pain in a way that finally makes sense — bridging APTA CPG classifications, real-world clinical diagnosis, and the confusing world of radiographic…

Directional Preference When Time Matters | Josh Kidd

Jan 15, 2026 23m Transcript

When the cost of delay is measured in millions of dollars and operational readiness, guesswork isn’t an option.In this episode, we sit down with Josh Kidd, physical therapist, researcher, residency…

Trauma-Informed & Psychologically Informed Care in PT with Faith Stokes

Jan 13, 2026 20m

Faith Stokes joins the podcast to talk about treating the patients many clinicians feel least prepared for — those navigating trauma, addiction, suicidality, chronic pain, pelvic health conditions,…

OMPT vs MDT Is the Wrong Debate!

Jan 08, 2026 45m Transcript

Dr. Moyo Tillery sits down with Dr. Ron Shank to explore the evolving relationship between Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT) and Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy (MDT). Drawing from…

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