On today's episode, Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD shares a few stories from her career where patients advocated for themselves resulting in the best treatment possible. Many times initial consultations from doctors may not reveal the whole truth when it comes to an injury or a diagnosis of a problem. A second opinion is always a great option to confirm a finding and also provide a possible alternative solution to the matter. Listen in to hear how some of our patients did just that! For more information ...
Oct 16, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode, we talk about client experience. From the initial consultation through recovery, there are steps that we take to ensure the best possible experience. Throughout the show, we share helpful points for anyone engaging a physical therapist, no matter where they may be in life. We also discuss unique client experiences and what sets Fick Physical Therapy and Sports Performance apart. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com...
Oct 09, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, we sit down with my good friend Kelcey Finn, MS, CSCS, who has worked as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist for many years now in a variety of sports performance settings. We highlight the importance of strength and conditioning training for active adults and athletes of all ages, as well as the importance of the collaborative relationship between strength and conditioning specialists and physical therapists. We also dive into what you should look for when choosing a strengt...
Oct 02, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jaime Mor, PT, DPT, ATC and owner of Rehabletics in Cherry Hill, NJ. Jaime and I dive into some of the hottest topic surrounding sports physical therapy! We discuss what you should look for in a sports physical therapist and some of the key ways that you can work to mitigate injury risk and optimize your athletic performance! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practi...
Sep 25, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 18
With her background as a 3-time Colorado state pole vault champion, D1 athlete at University of Kansas, and now, soon to be a physical therapist with a background in sports psychology, Andrea Willis brings a unique perspective and look into the challenges that athletes face and how physical therapists can help these athletes work through those challenges. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Inst...
Sep 18, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 17
On this episode of the PT Rebels podcast, we talk all things out of network physical therapy options. From insurance to treatment there are a lot of unknowns when choosing to go out of network, and we break down the critical components of a good physical therapy clinic for you. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance LinkedIn: https://www.lin...
Sep 11, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 16
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we break down the specifics between sports physical therapy and general outpatient physical therapy. During the episode, we talk about what sets Fick Physical Therapy and Sports Performance apart from other physical therapy options out there. Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD also does a deep dive on how to build relationships and trust with patients no matter their background or injury history! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website ht...
Sep 04, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 15
On today's episode, we talk with Zuzana Rogers, a board-certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy based in Alaska. We talk about both of our journeys from graduating from our Physical Therapy programs to establishing our careers. During the conversation, we also dive into unique experiences that we have both encountered throughout our lives! For more information on Zuzana and how to listen to her podcast: https://www.sportsphysioak.com/ For more information about Fick PT and Perfo...
Aug 21, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 13
On today's episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk about all things Bone Stress Injuries from injury identification to recovery steps. Listen in to learn about some ways we help athletes stay in peak shape and return to activities safely and effectively. Also, learn about factors holding you back from the best performance possible no matter who you are. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Inst...
Aug 14, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 12
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk about everything Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). While training it is hard to diagnose without knowing the correct signs to look for as an athlete. Recovering from RED-S is another unique case where expertise is needed and we cover all of that and more during the show! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instag...
Aug 07, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk about all things overtraining. From getting back into season to continuing training we talk about some of the most common forms of overtraining. Diving into some of the essential recovery techniques after identifying overtraining, we also talk about how parents can contribute to their child's success. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram...
Jul 31, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we discuss some of the highlights from our trip to Oregon. During this episode, we also cover some of the stand-out athletes we witnessed who competed in events throughout the weekend. I also share some points that have become more aware of over the past year! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance L...
Jul 24, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we recap our fantastic trip to Oregon! From the events to the venue, we discussed what it looked like and what it took to support our athlete Carmen Graves. Through the trip personal records were set and memories made! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-...
Jul 17, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 8
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk all things cold therapy and plunging. A popular form of recovery that has taken the world by storm has actually been a common form of recovery studied by physical therapists for decades. We break down studies on cold immersion therapy and when it is the apt time to add such a tool into your recovery routine. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: In...
Jul 10, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 7
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we talk all things sports psychology with Brooke Ewert. Through the episode, we cover everything from recovering from life-altering events in an athlete's career to building strong bonds with mentors and coaches along a sports journey. For more information on Brooke and how to get in contact visit https://rockymountainsportscounselingcenter.com/ . For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay ...
Jul 03, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 6
On this episode of the PT Rebels podcast, we talk about all things ACL return to sport. From exercises and methods during training to timelines for a safe a practical return to sport. Listen to this episode to learn about the practice of recovering from an ACL injury! For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/...
Jun 26, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 4
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we sit down with Taylor Whitfield, a collegiate cross-country runner. During the episode Taylor shares her journey, from finding running as a sport to having to recover from a significant injury. We also talk about some of the unique pieces of technology that we have in our clinic that have allowed Taylor to recover more confidently and train for the next season. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperfor...
Jun 19, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 3
On this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we explore my brackground in physical therapy and how I got to opening my own clinic. We also dive into some of the unique experiences I have encountered throughout my career and how I build on top of them every day. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-fi...
Jun 12, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode of the PT Rebels Podcast, we explore the reasons why we are starting this channel. We cover some of the topics that will be explored, as well as the motivation behind the podcast. For more information about Fick PT and Performance visit our website https://fickptandperformance.com/ Stay up to date with our practice: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fickptandperformance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-fick-fickptandperformance/...
May 25, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
