Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Nick Mischel, MD, PhD, and Steve Watts, MOT, OTR/L, CSRS, CBIS, AIB-VR, to discuss Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). This procedure is FDA approved to improve symptoms of major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), migraines, and to help people stop smoking when standard treatments haven't worked well. The group also discusses ongoing research on this procedure for other ne...

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Brent Rieli, E-RYT-500 and Sheri Rieli, RYT-500, Co-Founders of the Plymouth Yoga Room to talk everything yoga and their journey in creating their studio in downtown Plymouth, Michigan.  Topics discussed include studies and statistics on the current state of the practice of yoga, the health and wellness benefits of yoga, and the connection of breathe to movement.

Brent Rieli, RYT-500, has be...

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Alysha DeMay MS, OTRL, to talk about the sensory system, assessing sensory disorders, and implementing processing strategies for treating these disorders. Listen in to learn about strategies used in the rehab setting as well as tips and tricks to use on your own to better manage a sensory disorder.

Alysha DeMay MS, OTRL is the Lead Occupational Therapist at The Recovery Project in Lansing, M...

Host Polly Swingle welcomes Joe Currie to the podcast to talk about sleep. Joe shares a study on sleep he performed with a large company as well as tips and tricks to help maximize the benefits of sleep into your everyday life.

Joe Currie is the Executive Fitness & Nutrition Advisor at ROCK. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, a Certified Personal Trainer, and a Level 2 Master Health Coach with an e...

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Camden Iwasko, PTA, to discuss the latest research and evidence for the modern management of the older adult. Topics include the rehab, exercise, and physical therapy management of this population.

Camden Iwasko, PTA, has been a staff therapist with The Recovery Project since 2017. He earned his Bachelors degree in Biology from Olivet College prior to attending Baker College to become a PTA....

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Madeline Wideman, PT, DPT, to discuss the latest research and evidence for the treatment of those with spinal cord injuries. The importance of a multidisciplinary approach and care team is also discussed.

Dr. Madeline Wideman, PT, DPT, has been a Physical Therapist at The Recovery Project since 2018. She earned her Bachelors degree in Allied Health Science from Bowling Green State Univer...

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Alissa Remijan, OTD and founder of TheraShield, LLC and Co-Owner of The Recovery Project, Charlie Parkhill to discuss the idea, creation, and steps in completing a capstone project focusing on product design for this beneficial and innovative tool to be used in the rehab world.

Alissa Remijan, OTD is the founder of TheraShield, LLC and a graduate of Western Michigan University. Creating Ther...

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, Julianna Filice-Hanna, M.S., CCC-SLP, Alysha DeMay MS, OTRL, and Dr. Olivia Risko, PT, DPT, to talk about the L.I.F.E Program (Learning Independent Function Everyday) for functional movement disorders, the latest research on this condition, and the effective multidisciplinary approach to helping those with FMD regain independence.


Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT i...

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT and Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT to talk about the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines for High Intensity Gait Training.

This episode is an overview of the evidence supporting HIGT and real-world clinical applications for this treatment.

Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT is the Program Director and Physical Therapist at The Recovery Project. She has specialize...

Are you curious to learn more about all things dry needling? Then this episode is for you! 

Join host Polly Swingle and her special guest, Dr. TJ Hosa as they discuss the practice of dry needling...what is it, what conditions can it help, benefits and potential complications, insurance coverage, and of course, what is the research and evidence to support this treatment. You will come away from this episode with plenty of i...

In this episode, Polly talks with three experts on the benefits and impact of residential, recreational and community-based rehab: Dr. Nada Metti, DrOT, OTRL, Nikki Warner, MPT, and Lindsay Vos, CTRS.

Tune in to learn more about how to apply the latest evidence based practice in a residential setting, creative techniques to help clients reach their goals in the home and community, and the importance of recreation as a component of r...

Learn more about the innovative, 2 week intensive stroke program at The Recovery Project known as the Concentrated Stroke Rehabilitation Program. 

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, Program Director at The Recovery Project. Meghan discusses how this program is different from "traditional therapy" and shares an update on the progress program participants have experienced. Polly also shares...

In this episode, Polly talks with Occupational Therapist, Eryn Donnellon all about heart rate variability and how it can serve as as therapeutic tool when managing anxiety.

Heart rate variability is literally the difference in time between the beats of your heart, and is a function of our autonomic nervous system.  Heart rate variability biofeedback can help mitigate the effects of anxiety by slowing the nervous system&apo...

Case management is an invaluable component of comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care. In today's episode, Polly has the pleasure to discuss the expertise and value of case management with Sonia Shah, a Certified Case Manager and Founder/Owner of Horizon Case Management. 

Sonia Shah, BS, BSN, CCM, is a Certified Case Manager and Founder/Owner of Horizon Case Management.

Sonia developed a commitment to serving individual...

This episode is one you don't want to miss!
Polly hosts a vulnerable and inspiring conversation with guests, Laura Jackson and Billy Vickers about life after a spinal cord injury.

As we continue to honor Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, tune in to hear how Laura and Billy have coped, adapted, and learned to live extremely fulfilling lives after their life-changing injuries nearly 20 years ago.

Laura Ja...

If you are living with Parkinson's disease or are a therapist treating individuals with PD, this episode is for you! 

The Recovery Project's Program Director, Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT,  joins Polly on this episode of "Evidence to Excellence" to discuss the latest research and best practices for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. 

Significant research has emerged over the last several ...

Listen in to learn more about a collaborative team approach to orthotic management for individuals with locomotion and mobility challenges. 

Our host, Polly Swingle, discusses the importance of proper evaluation, prescription, and implementation of orthotics for individuals with neurological conditions and is joined by a panel who know all about this! Orthotist Seth Cochrill, CO, Physical Therapist Nikki Warner, MPT and Ti...

Join host Polly Swingle as she talks with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTR about the latest evidence in stroke rehab and the development of a high intensity stroke program at The Recovery Project. 

Learn the practical applications of the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines for stroke rehabilitation, optimizing neuroplasticity, task specific training, and the benefits of a comprehensive individualiz...

Are you familiar with the term "Functional Movement Disorder"?

This is a complex condition that affects thousands of individuals and until recently, has been quite misunderstood by the medical community.  

Join host Polly Swingle as she sits down with Dr. Megan Reid, PT, DPT to discuss this nervous system disorder and how a multidisciplinary, integrative approach to treatment has been so successful in he...