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

AAOMPT
Physical Therapy
Manual Therapy
Social Media
Healthcare Literacy
Spinal Manipulation
Brainwave Activity
Patient Advocacy
Pelvic Floor Health
Systematic Reviews
Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy
Chronic Pain Management
Respiratory Function
Orthopedic Care
Women's Health
Pain Perception
Expectancy Violations
Aaompt Conference
Cervical Spine Mobilization
Endocrine System
Autonomic Nervous System

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... more

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Latest Episodes

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 has been teaching in the Boston University DPT p... more

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 overlooked—and what clinicians can do to catch it earlier.... more

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 therapy fellow who discovers a physical therapist ... more

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 about her mission to integrate social determinants ... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Marinko
Boston University Professor, Program Director, Chair of the AAOMPT Program Director SIG
Boston University
Episode: How to Teach Clinical Reasoning in OMPT
Libby Burton
Physical therapist, researcher, and educator
Performance Science and Rehab
Episode: Why Hip Dysplasia Goes Undiagnosed for 7 Years
Clare Ardern
Speaker on musculoskeletal health leadership and digital care models
UBC DigiMSK, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation advocate
Episode: The Future of Musculoskeletal Care with Clare Ardern
Mark Shepherd
Expert in lifestyle medicine and orthopedic manual physical therapy
Aaompt
Episode: Lifestyle Medicine Meets OMPT: A Conversation with Mark Shepherd
Roger Kerry
Professor at University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
Episode: Neck Manipulation Myths, Risks & Evidence with Roger Kerry
Dr. Shane McClinton
A pioneer in the treatment of plantar heel pain and physical therapy professor
Des Moines University
Episode: Is Physical Therapy Worth the Cost for Plantar Heel Pain? A 3-Year Answer
Dr. Faith Stokes
Pelvic health and orthopedic therapist practicing in rural Georgia, focusing on chronic pain, addiction, and trauma recovery, also an educator and mentor
Episode: Trauma-Informed & Psychologically Informed Care in PT with Faith Stokes
Ron Shank
Professor, mentor, and thought leader in OMPT and mechanical diagnosis.
Episode: OMPT vs MDT Is the Wrong Debate!
Ginny Henderson
An educator, researcher, and pediatric specialist focused on chronic pain in children.
Episode: Kids Aren’t Little Adults: Rethinking Pediatric Manual Therapy with Ginny Henderson

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Angela
Host of Hands On Hands Off

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Top Notch

    This is a great podcast to keep clinicians interested and motivated in our outstanding profession of PT. It contains relevant talks that help to stimulate ideas when treating our difficult patients.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big Daddy D-Dog
    United States5 years ago
  • I've listened to every episode thus far and there's more than 60. Great to hear researchers experience and opinions.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Nick Rainey
    5 years ago
  • physioPT

    They do a great job. I find the show to be interesting and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    physioPT
    Canada6 years ago
  • Thanks for the Podcast

    Great guests and nice way to get a audio review of cases or studies while driving etc. Alternative to getting info when not able to read.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I12climb
    United States7 years ago

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How to Teach Clinical Reasoning in OMPT
Q: If you could give one piece of advice to a brand new faculty member teaching manual therapy for the first time, what would it be?
Lead with humility, acknowledge you don't have all the answers, and invite collaboration to build understanding together.
Life After Fellowship: Why Post-Professional Growth Matters
Q: What do you think Brooks Rehabilitation does differently that builds leadership DNA?
They inspire innovation and create an atmosphere that encourages unique perspectives.
Life After Fellowship: Why Post-Professional Growth Matters
Q: What was the biggest lesson you learned that you didn't see coming?
Humility and the ability to communicate effectively with others.
Why Communication Is the Real Superpower in Manual Therapy
Q: What made you realize that motivational interviewing belongs in PT's tool kits?
The realization came from observing research showing that treatment success in physical therapy increased when addressing lifestyle factors alongside traditional therapeutic techniques.
Why Communication Is the Real Superpower in Manual Therapy
Q: How can clinicians train the skill of listening effectively?
Clinicians can improve their listening skills through structured training, such as engaging with the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) and undergoing practical training.

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The show explores the balance between hands-on treatment and empowering patients to move independently, with a focus on manual therapy, orthopedic physical therapy, pain science, and evidence-based practice. Conversations feature leaders and researchers who discuss clinical reasoning, patient education, exercise-based care, and staying current with evolving guidelines, often highlighting how to translate research into practical care and how to navigate tensions between tradition and new science. A standout quality is the recurring emphasis on clear communication, holistic care, and collaboration across disciplines to improve patient outcomes in musculoskeletal rehab.

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1. JOSPT Insights
2. Hands On Hands Off: Manual Therapy & Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AAOMPT)
3. The Ask Mike Reinold Show
4. Physio Network
5. Physio Edge podcast with David Pope

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Lee Marinko
2. Libby Burton
3. Clare Ardern
4. Mark Shepherd
5. Roger Kerry
6. Dr. Shane McClinton
7. Dr. Faith Stokes
8. Ron Shank

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