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May 8, 2025
Exercise, Rehab & Zero Gravity: This is NASA Physical Therapy
NASA PT Danielle Anderson and strength coach Corey Twine give us an inside look at how they train and protect astronauts before, during, and after missions. From heart rate monitoring to resistance training in space, they break down the science behind keeping the human body strong when gravity is gone.Topics Covered:* Astronaut rehab & loading strategies* How space changes musculoskeletal health* The future of strength training gear in orbit* NASA’s data-tracking tools (RPE, HR, etc.)* Planning for Artemis & injury preventionFollow PT Pintcast & Stay Connected:* Website: https://www.ptpintcast.com (https://www.ptpintcast.com)* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pt-pintcast-physical-therapy/id1000443325 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pt-pintcast-physical-therapy/id1000443325)* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LmMUT64yrUc2iGo9Emafc (https://open.spotify.com/show/3LmMUT64yrUc2iGo9Emafc)* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PTPintcast (https://www.youtube.c…
May 7, 2025
Don't Sign That Lease Yet: Crucial Advice for Practice Owners
In this episode, real estate expert Colin Carr joins the show to share hard-won insights from helping over 5,500 healthcare providers negotiate their real estate deals. If you think you can DIY your next lease or purchase, this episode will change your mind.What You’ll Learn:* Why having multiple property options matters* The danger of trusting the landlord's "nice guy" routine* How to approach lease renewals strategically* How to decide whether to lease or buy your clinic space* Myths about visibility, parking, and location you need to rethink* Connect with Colin Carr:
May 6, 2025
Steal This Strategy: Pizza, Challenges & the PT Clinic Growth Hack
In this episode of PT Pintcast, Jimmy McKay is joined by Dave Kittle to talk about rethinking how physical therapy clinics market, grow, and make financial decisions. From building community “challenge” events to uncovering hidden financial inefficiencies, this episode is a tactical roadmap for clinic owners.We cover:* Creative event-based marketing (like Pizza Wars & Health Trails)* Why most PT marketing events fail* Building better incentives to attract your real audience* How to structure a financial health checkup for your practice* Out-of-network billing strategy (and what it can really pay)Tools & resources mentioned:* Blaze Pods for on-site PT challenges* Athelas for revenue cycle + financial assessments* Bar Rescue + Marcus Lemonis references on business process
May 6, 2025
Steve Anderson’s Greatest Hits: 10 Leadership Lessons That Stick
Steve Anderson returns to share his 10 favorite leadership lessons from over 230 episodes of his Profiles in Leadership podcast. From Navy SEALs to musicians, these stories show how the best leaders think, serve, and grow. You’ll hear what separates good from great, how ego gets in the way, and what it really means to build culture — in clinics, companies, and teams.Topics Covered:* The moment SEALs become leaders* The ego trap of imposter syndrome* Why “helping others win” is the ultimate metric* What great coaching really looks like* And why leadership is about who you become, not what you doGuest Links:
May 5, 2025
"Do or Do Not”: Star Wars Lessons Every Physical Therapist Should Know
If you're a physical therapist, clinic owner, or healthcare leader looking for fresh mindset shifts, this Star Wars-inspired episode will hit you harder than a Wookiee hug. Jimmy and Dr. Rebecca Griffith break down seven iconic Star Wars quotes and translate them into practical leadership, mindset, and patient care strategies — all through a PT lens.
May 5, 2025
Wage Literacy, Work-Life Balance, and Winning the Long Game in PT
In this inspiring 10-year reunion episode, Ben Fung returns to reflect on the evolution of the PT profession — and what physical therapists and healthcare professionals MUST prioritize to thrive in 2025 and beyond. From wage literacy and career versatility to boardroom insights and the importance of work-life balance, this episode delivers clear, actionable advice for any PT looking to grow a rewarding career. Topics Discussed: Why wage literacy is more important than wage transparency How you...
May 2, 2025
Why Understanding Your Strengths Can Change Your PT Career
In this episode, Dr. Rebekah Griffith (The EDDPT) dives into how physical therapists and healthcare professionals can leverage StrengthsFinder and Working Genius to fuel career growth, avoid burnout, and thrive in leadership roles. From understanding your genius zones to navigating interviews with confidence, Rebekah shares actionable insights for any PT ready to level up. Resources and Links: StrengthsFinder 2.0: Link Six Types of Working Genius: Link Mel Robbins Podcast "Let Them": Link Conn...
May 1, 2025
From 6 to 23 Visits: How Jeremy Sutton Grew His PT Practice with a Local Podcast
Physical therapists — ever wonder how to get more referrals without begging for them? Dr. Jeremy Sutton cracked the code by launching a local podcast that tripled his patient volume. In this episode, he breaks down how he booked physician interviews, bypassed gatekeepers, and turned 13 of 17 leads into paying patients in a single month. This isn’t theory — it’s working right now in his Louisiana-based practice. ✅ Learn how to use podcasting as your new referral strategy ✅ Hear how he partners ...
May 1, 2025
The Note Ninjas: Burnout - Proof Documentation for PTs & OTs
Nicole and Stephanie, aka The Note Ninjas, are an OT and PT duo teaching therapists how to cut documentation time without cutting corners. In this episode, they join Jimmy to talk about their personal breaking points, how they created a better way to document, and why creative treatment doesn’t have to come at the cost of defensibility or compliance. They also preview their upcoming CEU-approved virtual summit, where therapists will walk away with actionable documentation strategies and treatme...
April 30, 2025
Clinic Retail That Feels Good: Paul Timko on Patient Outcomes and Profit
Physical therapists often shy away from clinic retail, fearing they’ll come off as "salesy." Paul Timko from Stop Pain Clinical joins us to explain why selling isn't sleazy — it's smart. Paul shares how smart retail strategies improve patient care, strengthen home exercise compliance, and even grow your clinic’s revenue. Plus, learn about his Clinic Retail Mastermind and how it’s helping PTs nationwide level up without selling out. In This Episode: Why PTs resist retail — and why they shouldn't...
April 29, 2025
How Physical Therapists Can Outmaneuver Nike (Yes, Really)
What if Nike built a PT clinic? In this episode, we dive into real-world strategies physical therapists can steal right now to future-proof their businesses — from discreet fall recovery services to hybrid fitness models that compete with OrangeTheory and CrossFit. Learn how to position your clinic to capture the community, culture, and continuity that keeps patients AND members coming back.
April 29, 2025
The Six-Hour CEO: Systems, Strategy & the Real PT Growth Formula with Sturdy McKee
Physical therapists: STOP focusing on new patients—until you fix THIS. In this episode, host Jimmy McKay sits down with Sturdy McKee (of 6hourceo.com) to talk about the real growth levers for PT clinics, why your front desk might be your biggest problem, and how marketing myths are costing you money.
April 28, 2025
Mastering Paid Ads for Physical Therapy: Will Boyd on What Works Now
Will Boyd is a physical therapist turned digital marketing pro who helps clinic owners, educators, and healthcare entrepreneurs run profitable ad campaigns that convert. In this episode, Will talks about why Facebook and Google ads still dominate, why location matters more than you think, and how to scale without burning out.
April 25, 2025
Can RTM Set You Free? A PT’s Journey to Remote-First Care
On this episode of PT Pintcast, we hit the road — literally — with Matt Jurek, a PT who’s turned his passion for travel and tech into a remote-first consulting business. From full-time RV living to building RTM programs for clinics nationwide, Matt walks us through the how, why, and what’s next in Remote Therapeutic Monitoring.
April 24, 2025
Unlock Your Career Genius: How to Build a Job (and Life) You Love
Rebekah Griffith (EDD, PT) joins Jimmy McKay for a real-world discussion on finding your strengths, avoiding career burnout, and leveraging your natural talents using The 6 Types of Working Genius framework. They share personal stories about hitting the "ceiling" in clinical roles, why leadership paths aren’t right for everyone, and how understanding your true workstyle can completely change your career trajectory. Learn how to structure teams that energize rather than exhaust, why promotion ≠ ...
April 23, 2025
When Your Clinic Hits a Wall: Debt, Payroll, and Profit
In this episode, we break down a real-world clinic owner's struggles with debt, cash flow, staffing, and the "limbo" between being a solo PT and scaling a true business. Learn why adding a business partner is not a quick fix, how profit must come before partnerships, and how focusing on high-profit, low-stress services can save your clinic. What you'll learn: Why many PTs stay stuck in "not profitable enough" mode Tactical steps to outsource, automate, and eliminate busywork How to create ur...
April 21, 2025
Entitlement vs. Ownership: What PTs Need to Hear About Their Careers
In this episode, Jimmy McKay and Dave Kittle unpack why simply demanding a raise isn’t a long-term solution for PTs — and how creating value is the real power move. They dig into why messaging matters more than ever (goodbye “movement assessments”), innovative business models in neuro rehab, and what real partnerships look like in modern healthcare careers. Plus, they share hard-won lessons from radio sales, managing partnerships, and leadership inside clinics. Links: Learn more at PTPintcast...
April 18, 2025
Why Physical Therapy Must Fight for Its Future — and How You Can Help
Nick Patel returns to the PT Pintcast to break down the critical policy battles facing physical therapists, including the SAFE Act (H.R. 1171) to prevent falls and opioid use, Medicare reimbursement cuts, and the broader threats to PT's future workforce. If you think advocacy is someone else’s job — think again. Nick lays out what’s at stake, how individual PTs can get involved, and why organizations must step up. Resources & Links: Learn more about APTQI: https://www.aptqi.com/ SAFE Act H.R. 1...
April 17, 2025
From Nike to Niche: How Dr. Dawn Andalon Built a Women’s Health Powerhouse in PT & Pilates
From treating athletes at Nike HQ to co-founding one of Southern California’s most trusted women’s health clinics, Dr. Dawn Andalon’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode of the PT Pintcast 6-Pack, we sit down with Dr. Dawn Andalon, a physical therapist, author, speaker, and entrepreneur behind LEVEL4 PT & Pilates. Dawn shares how she went from clinician to CEO, building a brand rooted in evidence-based care, Pilates integration, pelvic health, and women’s empowerment. We unpack h...
April 16, 2025
Burnout, AI, and Letting Go: A Candid Chat with Rebecca Griffith
In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Dr. Rebecca Griffith (aka @theEDDPT) for a real-deal conversation on what it means to practice at the top of your scope—without losing yourself. They explore how PTs can use tools like ChatGPT to reduce stress, how the “Let Them” mindset (popularized by Mel Robbins) helps with boundaries in life and work, and why celebrating excellence is just as important as mentoring others. Topics Covered: The power of curiosity in trauma-informed care Studying for adva...
April 15, 2025
The Profit Problem: Why PT Clinics Are Failing to Grow
What makes a PT clinic thrive — or tank — in today’s healthcare landscape? This episode tackles the uncomfortable truths many physical therapy business owners avoid: emotional decision-making, misaligned compensation, and why the loudest voices online aren’t always the most successful offline. Join Jimmy, Dave, and Tony as they unpack real-world problems from practice ownership, leadership, and team dynamics, plus a sneak peek at a new community-powered segment: “Profitability Problems.”
April 14, 2025
Who’s to Blame for PT Wages? Matt Huey Lifts the Lid (and the Barbell)
Why are PT wages so low—and more importantly, who’s responsible? In this episode of the PT Pintcast 6-Pack, we’re joined by Matt Huey, a physical therapist, powerlifter, and healthcare humorist, who isn’t afraid to ask the uncomfortable questions. With five Texas state powerlifting records under his belt and a serious passion for wage transparency, Matt breaks down the forces behind stagnant PT pay—and what we as a profession can do about it. This one’s for the PTs and PTAs wondering if it’s t...
April 10, 2025
Manual Therapy Is Paid Like Copper — But You’re Delivering Gold
Are we being paid fairly for what we deliver? Join Jimmy McKay, Dave Kittle, and Tony Maritato for a no-holds-barred discussion on: Manual therapy vs. movement-based reimbursement How Medicare defines (and limits) value Charging patients for actual premium care — from certifications to tech The tension between doing more and being paid less Action figures, AI-generated branding, and your role as a “healthcare hero” What We Talked About: Should PTs be charging for everything “above the min...