IN THE MIND OF PODCAST - Episode 19 - How Athletic Trainers Connect Athletes, Doctors, and PTs.

In this enlightening episode of IN THE MIND OF PODCAST, host Rob Shapiro, DPT, COMT, NKT sits down with Angelo Marsella, ATC, Director of Sports Medicine at Professional Physical Therapy.

Angelo shares insights into the evolving role of athletic trainers in modern sports medicine and beyond. The conversation covers the increasing demand for athletic trainers in high schools, their crucial role in injury prevention and management, and the expanding scope of their work into non-traditional settings like dance, theater, and industrial environments.

Angelo discusses the importance of having athletic trainers on the sidelines, especially in light of growing concerns about concussions and other sports-related injuries. He also delves into the intricate relationships between athletic trainers, physical therapists, and doctors, emphasizing the value of seamless communication in providing comprehensive care for athletes.

The episode explores the technological advancements in the field, including video analysis of injuries and mobile documentation platforms that enhance patient tracking and care coordination. Angelo provides a glimpse into the future of athletic training, highlighting its potential growth in various sectors and its critical role in reducing liability for organizations.

This insightful discussion sheds light on the often-overlooked yet essential role of athletic trainers in sports medicine and beyond, offering listeners a deeper understanding of this dynamic and evolving profession.

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In this episode of the IN THE MIND OF PODCAST, Rob Shapiro interviews Joseph Schwartz, a body worker with over 30 years of experience, as they discuss his journey and influences in the field of movement and physical therapy. They delve into the development of Dynamic Neuromuscular Assessment (DNA), which aims to make movement more tangible and objective by measuring efficiency and effectiveness. They emphasize the importance of observing movement integration and identify coping strategies and compensation patterns that may not be sustainable or efficient. The speaker also discusses their approach to addressing medial knee pain from an integrated perspective, considering ligaments, joint capsules, and proprioceptive receptors. They highlight the use of therapy localization to understand the underlying causes of pain and strain, emphasizing the role of the nervous system in assessing appropriateness. Lastly, they talk about their current work in developing movement programs, such as Fabulous Feet and Spiral Arm Drive, which focus on restoring foot and ankle mobility and integrating scapular mobility and core stability in arm drive, respectively. Joseph Schwartz is a therapist, educator, and author who specializes in Dynamic Neuromuscular Assessment™ (DNA™), a system that uses movement as a benchmark for evaluating the response of the nervous system. He has over four decades of experience in the field of Somatics, which is the integration of mind, body, and spirit. He is the creator of The 5 Primary Kinetic Chains kinesiology charts, which are used as a framework for DNA™. He teaches DNA™ seminars around the world, helping other therapists to optimize their assessment and intervention strategies while being congruent with the interdependent triad of health and vitality. He is also the founder of the Movement Mantra Project, which is a platform for sharing his insights and discoveries on movement, health, and wellness. He is passionate about empowering people to explore their own potential and to live more fully and joyfully. #Inthemindofpodcast #podcast #physicaltherapy #professionalseminars #education #dynamicnuromuscularassessment #dna #JosephSchwartz #interview #movement GET SOCIAL WITH US: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ProfessionalSeminarsLTD/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/professionalseminars/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs1zBnFGEXEHa7KASPtSMQ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/professional-seminars/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/ProfessionalSeminars/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@professionalseminars Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProSeminarsLTD USEFUL LINKS: Home Page: https://www.professionalseminars.com/ Course Schedule: https://www.professionalseminars.com/schedule Blog: https://www.professionalseminars.com/blog Podcast: https://www.professionalseminars.com/podcast.