#BetterFaster

#BetterFaster

Highbar is the region’s leading provider of innovative, results-driven physical therapy and athletic training services. Our goal is to get you #BetterFaster

Episodes

May 25, 2022 30 mins
Eric Folmar, current President of the APTA Massachusetts, sits down with Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss the importance of finding the right ways to connect with your patients, the most important characteristic of a great clinician, and why his shared love of academia and clinical work has made him a better physical therapist.
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In this episode of the #BetterFaster Podcast, Kelly Starrett joins Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss the role of physical therapists and what treatment looks like in the digital age. They also discuss why it’s so important for physical therapists to look into the lifestyle of the patient to determine a more individualized, well-rounded plan of care. Dr. Kelly Starrett is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times & Wall...
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Brian "BK" Kight is the author of the Daily Discipline Newsletter and a leadership and culture trainer. He joins Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss how people deal with change in their lives, and how you can train your behavior to be better at it. He also touches on why being outside of our comfort zone is where we need to thrive. To learn more about BK visit tbriankight.com and to subscribe to his daily discipline newsletter vi...
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Dr. Drew Contreras PT, DPT, SCS is the American Physical Therapy Association’s VP of Clinical Innovation and has also served as the physical therapist to Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden. He joins Dr. Michelle Collie to discuss how his experience as an army PT has impacted his view on treating patients, why physical therapists should be able to order imaging, the future of the healthcare system, and how new PT grads can grow t...
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Former President of the American Physical Therapy Association, Dr. Sharon Dunn PT, Ph.D., OCS joins Dr. Michelle Collie to explain why having a physical therapist on your health care team is just as important as having a dentist. She and Michelle discuss why many people may still not know about what a physical therapist can do to help them recover from acute or chronic pain and how the perception of active-based care has evolved ov...
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In the first episode of the #BetterFaster Summer Series, Dr. Michelle Collie is joined by 5 different types of movement experts to discuss ways to prevent injuries during your summer activities. Performance Physical Therapy’s Dr. Dave Pavao plays Fact or Fiction with Michelle to shed light on how the pandemic impacted our health, whether it be the through the added “Covid 19 pounds” or “Coronasomnia” sleep issues and gives advice o...

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Dr. Kelly Dowd PT, DPT is sharing her favorites ways to get started with meditation, the benefits of a gratitude practice, and incorporating principles of yoga into your workouts, warm-ups, and cool-downs - even if you're not doing yoga! She'll also answer your questions on a well-rounded yoga practice using strength & mobility components.

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Dr. Jake Broccolo PT, DPT joins Dr. Michelle Collie in a conversation about how to find the right fitness activity for you after COVID-19! He'll also be talking about the strategies you can take to restart your exercise routine!

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If you've been meaning to get back into the swing of golf, Dr. Jordan Madigan PT, DPT is sharing his tips on how to get your body ready for golf season.

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Do you really need breathing and mindfulness during strength training?

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Dr. Jean Paul Aracena Oliver joins Dr. Michelle Collie in a conversation about making your workout enjoyable and including your entire family in your exercise routine.

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Want to take advantage of the spring weather and get moving? Alexis Williams, PTA shares insight on the importance of stretching, practicing your balance, and reaching your step goal.

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Dr. Brendan Boyle PT, DPT, OCS joins Dr. Michelle Collie in a conversation about finding the aerobic activity that works for you. He'll also answer your questions about the finer things in life, like home brewing kombucha and espresso.

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Spine Surgeon at Ortho Rhode Island, Dr. Ian Madom joins Dr. Michelle Collie in a special edition of Brighter Days Through Better Movement to discuss treating and managing back pain – throughout the pandemic and beyond.

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Dr. Leah Katsos PT, DPT joins Dr. Michelle Collie in a conversation about the importance of mindfulness for your body. They'll also talk about how simply reorganizing your home office can decrease your back pain!

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In this special edition of Brighter Days Through Better Movement, Dr. Curt Beckwith of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and The Miriam Hospital shares his insight on Post-Covid Syndrome and why some people are experiencing “Long Covid.” As an Infectious Disease doctor, he explains the importance of being vaccinated and answers the big questions about the Covid vaccine. For more information about the COVID-19 vac...

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Dr. Andrew Horton PT, DPT, OCS is bringing his tips and strategies for creating an exercise routine that you can stick to - even with kids at home! We're also giving away a Hyperice Hypersphere Mini! Want more information or to sign up for the giveaway? Visit performanceptri.com/live

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Dr. Brett Owens joins Michelle Collie to discuss what it will take athletes both physically and mentally to return to the field this spring.

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Want to learn how you can take your strength training to the next level? 

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How are you managing the stress that came from this past year?

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