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Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

The Unreal Results podcast helps physical therapists and certified athletic trainers feel confident and get better outcomes for their clients by teaching about the influence of the viscera organs and the nervous system on human movement, pain, and injury. Explore how a visceral and neural-based lens of view can provide a new perspective to performance-based physical therapy, athletic training, and sports medicine.

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Episodes

The Mediastinum Matters More Than You Think

In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I dive into the bronchus, trachea, pleura, and mediastinum, breaking down how these “tubes” influence pain, movement, and posture in ways you might not expect. You’ll hear why addressing the bronchus can help with everything from shoulder and neck pain to foot pain, and why the mediastinum is one of the most powerful areas to assess and treat for whole-body changes. I share practical, immediately applicable insights on how to approach the bronchus a...

Jul 02, 202519 minSeason 3Ep. 120

Guaranteeing Results... Until You Can't

What happens when you don’t get results in 1–3 visits? In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I get honest about some recent challenging cases and how they’ve affected my confidence and creativity. While I often talk about guaranteeing results in just a few visits, this week is a reminder of what it really means when that doesn’t happen and why that’s not a failure, but a signal to dig deeper. You’ll hear me break down two challenging client cases that pushed me to reassess everything fr...

Jun 25, 202518 minSeason 3Ep. 119

Integrating Visceral Work Into Orthopedic Practice

In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I’m joined by my friend and Doctor of Physical Therapy, Missy Albrecht. I first connected with Missy through our mutual friend Jill Miller, and I’ve been fascinated by her ability to seamlessly blend visceral and orthopedic approaches in a way that’s both grounded and effective. In this episode, Missy shares how her journey from chronic fatigue and unresolved back pain led her to the transformative power of visceral work. You’ll hear us talk about h...

May 28, 20251 hr 22 minSeason 3Ep. 118

Self-Compassion in the Face of Chronic Pain

In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I’m joined by Amy Young, a coach who helps women navigate major life transitions. I first found Amy through her content and eventually started working with her but I’ve always loved her vibe and felt like we spoke the same language, so given the work she does, I felt she would be a great guest for the podcast. In this episdoe, Amy shares her insights from over ten years of guiding clients through mysterious body pain and personal growth. You’ll also...

May 14, 20251 hr 10 minSeason 3Ep. 117

Stop Overtreating Acute Back Pain

You’re doing too much when you see a client with acute back pain… This episode of the Unreal Results podcast is sparked by recent incidents involving a colleague and an athlete who both experienced acute back pain symptoms. Most health and movement professionals are trying to do too much when treating acute back pain, most often neglecting the body’s natural protective mechanisms. In this episode, you’ll hear me talk about what I do when I have an athlete experiencing severe back pain and how to...

Apr 30, 202536 minSeason 3Ep. 116

Using The LTAP™ for a Complex Post-Surgical Ankle Case

One of the questions I often get asked is if the LTAP™ works for post-surgical cases. In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I dive into a recent client that I had who underwent a fairly complex ankle surgery, where I of course, utilized the LTAP™. You'll hear specific insights into her LTAP™ assessment and the treatment strategies I utilized, emphasizing the crucial interplay between the nervous system, visceral organs, and musculoskeletal system for optimal recovery. Whether you're man...

Apr 23, 202526 minSeason 3Ep. 115

Don't Make It Weird Karen

You had to go and make it awkward, didn’t you Karen…? On this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I unpack the crucial interplay between body positioning, ethical touch, and the nervous system's role in therapeutic outcomes. In this episode, you’ll hear about a Karen calling me out in the comments of a recent Instagram post regarding my body positioning in an assessment I was doing in one of my courses. I address the reasoning why I utilize that technique, but I also share a story from my pas...

Apr 16, 202522 minSeason 3Ep. 114

Moving from Parts to the Whole with using the LTAP™- An interview with level 1 course alumni

In this episode of Unreal Results, Anna sits down with LTAP™ alumni Taflyn Wilschinsky, a pelvic health physical therapist, and Nikki Bybee, a movement practitioner specializing in dancers. They dive deep into how the Locator Test Assessment Protocol™ (LTAP™) helped them confidently navigate complex cases, especially when clients presented with layered symptoms or extensive medical histories. Taflyn shares how LTAP™ gave her the missing structure she needed to prioritize treatment for her divers...

Apr 10, 202543 minSeason 3Ep. 113

Efficiency, Confidence, and Faster Results with LTAP™: A Conversation with a Level 1 Alumni

If you’re someone who wants to treat patients more effectively without wasting time on guesswork, this one’s for you. In this episode, I sit down with Kacie Shively, a physical therapist in the Tri-Cities area of Washington and owner of Game Changer Physical Therapy, to talk about what shifted in her practice after taking the in-person LTAP™ course this past February. Kacie works almost exclusively with athletes, from middle schoolers to pros, and efficiency is non-negotiable in her one-woman pr...

Apr 10, 202535 minSeason 3Ep. 112

Using the LTAP™ to Find Structure and Ease in Massage Therapy- an LTAP™ Level 1 Alumni Interview

In this bonus episode, I chat with my longtime community member and friend Bethany Clark, a massage therapist based in Boise, Idaho. Bethany has taken both the online and in-person LTAP™ Level 1 courses, and she joins me to talk about how she’s integrated the LTAP™ into her massage therapy practice. Bethany shares how the LTAP™ gave her something she was desperately searching for: a structured, body-led starting point that allows her to support her clients’ nervous systems without guessing, proj...

Apr 09, 202538 minSeason 3Ep. 111

Finding a Clinical Roadmap- LTAP™ Level 1 Alumni Interview

In this bonus episode, I’m joined by my friend and colleague Dr. Katrina Kneeskern, a physical therapist based in Minnesota, who shares her journey from professional burnout to rediscovering her passion for patient care through the LTAP™ approach. We dive into what initially led her to the LTAP™ Level 1 course, how she’s been using it in her practice since taking the online training last fall, and what shifted for her after experiencing the in-person course in Denver. Katrina opens up about: How...

Apr 09, 202530 minSeason 3Ep. 110

Using The LTAP™ To Guide Treatment Of Costovertebral Joint Dysfunction - A Replay

In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, you’re going to hear I utilized the LTAP™ (Locator Test Assessment Protocol™) in a specific chronic shoulder pain case. This episode is a replay episode because I thought it would be great for you to hear how I use the LTAP™ while the doors for my online LTAP™ level 1 course are still open. In this episode, you’ll hear how I unraveled a 5-year mystery of chronic shoulder pain and a recent heart attack scare, ultimately revealing a visceral driver im...

Apr 09, 202534 minSeason 3Ep. 109

Knowing Where To Start: LTAP™ Level 1 Alumni Interview

Since the doors are open to the Spring 2025 cohort of the online LTAP™ Level 1 course I am sharing extra episodes of the podcast highlighting other practitioners and how they use the LTAP™ in their practice. (Enroll now! https://www.movementrev.com/ltap-level-1-online ) In this bonus episode, I’m sharing a candid conversation with my friend and colleague Sara Tanza, a pelvic physical therapist from Northern California who’s been using LTAP™ in her practice for a couple of years now. This was ori...

Apr 07, 202536 minSeason 3Ep. 108

Bonus: Replay of The Missing Link LIVE training call #2

This is a bonus episode! Listen to the replay of the first training of The Missing Link mini-course. Learn how one change to your assessment can get immediate results for you PT and AT clients. In this training, you will: Learn how to apply the 1st assessment test of the MovementREV LTAP™ (locator test assessment protocol™). Discover how to shift perspective from a biomechanical and orthopedic paradigm to a whole organism paradigm- one that considers the viscera and the nervous system. Consideri...

Apr 04, 20251 hr 59 minSeason 3Ep. 107

LTAP™ Core Beliefs - A Replay

We’re revisiting the LTAP™ core beliefs in a replay episode on the Unreal Results podcast this week. I thought this would be a good time to talk about these again because the live online LTAP™ level 1 course is opening up for enrollment next week! In the episode, you’ll hear that the tenets of the LTAP™ are grounded in osteopathic principles and standard anatomy & physiology to shift the paradigm from a musculoskeletal focus to a whole organism approach. Just like in every LTAP™ class that I...

Apr 02, 202521 minSeason 3Ep. 106

Bonus: Replay of The Missing Link LIVE training call #1

This is a bonus episode! Listen to the replay of the first training of The Missing Link mini-course. Learn how one change to your assessment can get immediate results for you PT and AT clients. In this training, you will: Learn how to apply the 1st assessment test of the MovementREV LTAP™ (locator test assessment protocol™). Discover how to shift perspective from a biomechanical and orthopedic paradigm to a whole organism paradigm- one that considers the viscera and the nervous system. Consideri...

Mar 31, 20251 hr 45 minSeason 3Ep. 105

A Better Way To Assess The SI Joint - A Replay

We’ve got another replay this week on the Unreal Results podcast as we revisit episode 54, A Better Way To Assess The SI Joint. If you happened to miss last week’s episode, part of the reason we’re revisiting this episode is that my free course, The Missing Link, is starting again soon, and it’s all focused on the SI joint. In this episode, I address the complexities of the March (Gillet’s) test including critiques of why past studies on the reliability on this test just aren’t that great. You’l...

Mar 26, 202525 minSeason 3Ep. 104

The Mysterious, Misunderstood, Mistreated SI Joint - A Replay

This week on the Unreal Results podcast, we’re throwing it back to episode 6, The Mysterious, Misunderstood, and Mistreated SI joint. Part of the reason we’re revisiting this episode is because my free course, The Missing Link, is starting again soon and it’s all focused around the SI joint. So in this episode, you’ll learn why the SI joint is where I start all of my assessments and why it’s the first test in the LTAP™. You’ll also learn how visceral organs, the nervous system, and deep fascia p...

Mar 19, 202538 minSeason 3Ep. 103

How The Gallbladder Creates Musculoskeletal Pain

The gallbladder can influence more than just digestion?! This week on the Unreal Results podcast, I talk about how the gallbladder can have a profound impact on the body including including shoulder pain, sciatica, and even anxiety. You’ll learn about gallbladder anatomy & function, musculoskeletal referrals, the gallbladder’s association with springtime, and its connection to traditional Chinese medicine. I also talk about practical techniques to assess and treat gallbladder-related symptom...

Mar 12, 202532 minSeason 3Ep. 102

Common Misconceptions About Swelling & Injury

We’re back for another episode of the Unreal Results podcast after a much needed hiatus! If you’ve been here for a little bit, you know my stance on swelling after injuries is to have it pretty much eliminated after 48-72 hours. Unfortunately, that opinion about swelling often gets confused with inflammation and tissue healing. In this episode, I talk about common swelling reduction strategies like R.I.C.E (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and the newer P.E.A.C.E. & L.O.V.E. protocol and w...

Mar 05, 20251 hrSeason 3Ep. 101

Whole Organism Approach To Pelvic Floor Mobility

It’s the 100th episode of the Unreal Results podcast! As you probably know, I’m all about viewing the person in front of you as an entire organism compared to just looking at their main complaint, and this couldn’t be more true when it comes to the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor is intimately connected to the viscera, nervous system, and surrounding musculature, which can have huge effects on your client’s presentation. In this episode, you’ll hear specifics on pelvic floor anatomy and mobility,...

Feb 12, 202536 minSeason 3Ep. 100

Navigating The Complex Case Of Diaphragm Paralysis

This week on the Unreal Results podcast, you’ll hear all about my experience with treating multiple cases of diaphragm paralysis. While diaphragm paralysis is quite rare, I have had a few patients with hemiparalysis of the diaphragm and since one of my LTAP™ certified providers has a client with this issue right now, I thought it would be good to make a podcast episode about it. In this episode, you’ll hear about the causes of diaphragm paralysis and how I used the LTAP™ to help me guide treatme...

Feb 06, 202543 minSeason 3Ep. 99

The Visceral Connections To Foot And Ankle Pain

On this week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I’m still going deep into the foot and ankle but this time it’s all about connections to the viscera. Following up on last week's discussion about the role of nerves, this week I explore how referrals from the intestines and urogenital system can manifest as pain and dysfunction in your ankles and feet. You’ll hear specifics regarding lower leg regions you can’t forget about including the proximal tib-fib joint and how the LTAP™ can help you ...

Jan 29, 202529 minSeason 3Ep. 98

A Neural Approach To Treating The Ankle Joint

If you’ve been looking at how to improve your client’s ankle mobility and function, then look no further than this week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast. I go through the intricate world of the ankle joint, talking about the importance of understanding the anatomy and nerve entrapment sites to improve patient outcomes. You’ll hear specifics including common entrapment sites of various lower body nerves as well as treatment recommendations for each. While this episode is chock full of deta...

Jan 22, 20251 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 97

Understanding Foot Pain Through The Lifespan: Beyond Orthopedics

This week on the Unreal Results podcast, I go deep into the various causes of foot pain through the different stages of life. I have some personal experience with foot pain that you’ll hear me talk about but I also talk about my 5-year-old niece’s foot pain experience that was not related to a musculoskeletal or neurological origin; you’re definitely going to want to hear why! You’ll also hear me talk about how foot pain can be related to the viscera, hormonal changes, and fluid imbalance. This ...

Jan 15, 202533 minSeason 3Ep. 96

4 Mistakes PTs & ATs Make

On this week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I talk about the mistakes that I see physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals make in their practice consistently. Most healthcare professionals are operating in an outdated paradigm that focuses solely on the musculoskeletal system, which I believe is the main contributing factor to these mistakes. Instead, I invite you to learn a different paradigm that considers your client as a whole organism by primarily...

Jan 08, 202539 minSeason 3Ep. 95

Understanding The Piriformis Puzzle

This week on the Unreal Results podcast, we’re going to put together the puzzle that is the piriformis. The piriformis is classically known for its stability of the hip but also for being the “cause” of a lot of problems around the hip and beyond. In this episode, you’ll hear about piriformis anatomy & biomechanics and how they relate to effective assessment and treatment of the piriformis. You’ll also hear specifics regarding why clamshells aren’t bad, closed-chain exercise benefits, and th...

Jan 01, 202536 minSeason 3Ep. 94

Lateral Line Love

In this week’s Unreal Results podcast episode, I talk all about the importance of lateral stability in your clients. The lateral line is often overlooked as well as its connections to the nervous system and visceral organs, despite the fact that it plays a crucial role in movement & performance. In the episode, you’ll hear me talk about common rehab & training oversights, as well as specific assessment and treatment techniques that I utilize with my athletes. You don’t want to miss this ...

Dec 18, 202446 minSeason 2Ep. 93

The Anatomy Advantage

This week’s episode of the Unreal Results podcast comes on the heels of attending Gil Hedley’s Nerve Tour. You know I’m a BIG proponent of always learning, especially anatomy because I truly believe anatomy and physiology are the foundations of understanding the human body. And when you know anatomy, you’ll be better at manual therapy, assessing movement, and educating the client. You’ll hear more in this episode of why I think continuous anatomy learning can improve treatment outcomes, the valu...

Dec 11, 202443 minSeason 2Ep. 92

Diaphragm Details That Unlock Thoracic Mobility

In this week’s episode of the Unreal Results Podcast, I talk about the often-overlooked role of the diaphragm. I bring this topic up because I see it often in my NFL athletes around this point in their season and how diaphragm stiffness starts to affect their performance. In the episode, you’ll hear me talk about diaphragm anatomy and function, how stiffness of the diaphragm can lead to limited thoracic mobility and pain, and give you practical exercises that I use with my athletes to improve th...

Dec 04, 202456 minSeason 2Ep. 91
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