As a physical therapist, how does your assessment drive personalized rehab programs?
How do you educate your patients, especially with all of the noise they get from social media?
And last but not least, how do you keep someone locked in, engaged and focused over a rehab that could take 6, 9 or even as long as 12 months to come back from?
Well if any of this sounds interesting to you, you’re going to love today’s show!
Dr. Amy Atmore currently serves as the Director of Rehabilitation for the New Orleans Pelicans. She has worked in both the NFL and NBA sectors and in her 15th year of practice.
And in this show, we’re going to talk about what it really takes to rehab athletes at the highest level!
Quotable Quotes:
My foundation is teaching the tools so that patients can take care of themselves
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I think having the ability to be patient and listen to the individual, get to know them and figure out what their individualized preferences are is probably the biggest thing I’ve learned over the last five years.
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Don’t be afraid to leap out on your own to go for what you want.
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Amy’s journey from Beaverton, Oregon, to NBA physical therapist.
Her initial indecision in college, and why she changed majors multiple times before settling on physical therapy.
How a significant injury during a ski trip led Amy to explore physical therapy as a career.
The importance of individualized care and teaching patients to manage their own health.
Amy’s career path, including working with brain injury patients and transitioning to sports medicine.
Her experience working with professional athletes, including her role with the NBA’s Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans.
How the mental and emotional side of the equation impact long-term rehabilitation.
The importance of continuing education and staying current with evolving practices in physical therapy.
How she stays patient and works to understand individual preferences to achieve success with athletes.
Her advice for aspiring physical therapists and the the value of stepping out of one’s comfort zone.
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Mike Robertson hosts the Physical Preparation Podcast, a space dedicated to the intricate craft of building better athletes and more effective coaches. Instead of quick fixes or fads, conversations here focus on the principles and practical details that form the foundation of sustainable performance. Each episode features in-depth discussions with leading experts from the health and fitness world, breaking down complex concepts into actionable strategies. You’ll hear honest explorations of training methodologies, injury prevention, and the nuanced decisions that separate good programs from great ones. This podcast serves as a continual education for anyone serious about understanding the ‘why’ behind physical preparation, whether you’re designing regimens for others or refining your own athletic journey. The dialogue is grounded in real-world application, aiming to sharpen your critical thinking and provide tools that can be implemented immediately. Tune in for a consistently insightful look at how intelligent training philosophy translates into tangible results, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art and science of human performance.
Author: Mike Robertson
Language: en-us
Episodes: 100
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