Functional Rehab

The Hack for Pain Free Breastfeeding

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0000

After 9 days of my wife breastfeeding our daughter, here are my thoughts as a physical therapist to help you overcome the neck, shoulder, and hand pain that comes with breastfeeding. You don’t need to deal with pain while providing this amazing gift to your child.

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Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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A BJJ Physical Therapist with Sciatica Pain?

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000

What happens when a physical therapist themselves go through a bout of sciatica pain? How good are we as patients? Today we interview Dr. Diana Wang, PT, DPT (who’s also an athletic trainer), and founder of https://www.openmatphysio.com/ and we discuss her bout of sciatica pain and the strategies she went through to return back to doing the sports that she loves, jiujitsu. We also discuss some return to work and other aspects of navigating care, even when you technically know a lot about a condition. You can find the team here: https://www.instagram.com/openmat_physio/

Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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Bone Density as We Age

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Bone density will decline with each decade in life. But it isn’t a death sentence. Today we interviewed Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, MD FACP and we discuss menopause and the changes that happen in regards to bone density. You don’t want to miss this!

Here’s the link to the FRAX score: https://frax.shef.ac.uk/FRAX/tool.aspx?country=9

You can find Susan here: mymdadvocate.com

Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com

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Physical Therapy and Headaches

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:40:39 +0000

Dr. Samuel Kelokates, PT, DPT is an expert on headaches. We go through the evaluative process and what to expect when going into a physical therapy evaluation. You don’t have to go through this headache or pain journey alone. To get in touch with Dr. Sam, you can find him here: kelosphysicaltherapy.com

Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com

Book a free strategy call: https://msgsndr.com/widget/appointment/ifixyoursciatica/strategy-call

The Guide to Migraines

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:30:00 +0000

What is a migraine? Why does it happen? How can we navigate the healthcare system with it? Today we learn more about this neurological disease with Lindsey de los Santos, patient advocate and founder of migraineroad.com. We talk all things migraines and how to navigate the system. You don’t need to get through pain alone. You have people like Lindsey to help you figure this all out. You can find her at migraineroad.com.

Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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The Guide to Knee Replacements

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Knee arthritis and pain? Considering a knee replacement? We interview Tony Maritato, physical therapist and host of the amazing YouTube channel Total therapy solutions (https://youtube.com/@totaltherapysolutions?si=_Ns6K8rVsnkR7lE_) we talk all things knee replacements and rehab!

Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com

Speech Therapy for Your Loved One

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 08:30:00 +0000

What is speech therapy? Why is it so important? Did you know that feeding is a large component of the profession? Learn from Kathie-Lee Petsch, a speech and language pathologist as we take a deep dive into the profession.

Any questions? You can reach out to her here- kathieleejp@gmail.com

Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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What is Flat Feet?

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:17:13 +0000

Do the arches of your feet collapse in standing and walking? Why does this happen? Is it bad? Today we get a chance to answer those questions and more with Dr. Keith Chittenden, DPM, DPT, a podiatrist and physical therapist. Explore this position and how it affects our life plus some super actionable ways to improve it.

You can reach Dr. Chittenden here - Keithfit99@hotmail.com

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Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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What’s the Best Shoe for Me?

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Buying shoes doesn’t have to be complicated. But the market out there is overwhelming and it shouldn’t be. This episode covers all you need to know about shoes and how to buy the best pair for you.

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Interested in our rehab by text message program? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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What Causes Foot Numbness?

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In medicine, getting the right information/data from a patient is key. That’s where the provider can determine what the cause/source of the problem is and then provide the appropriate treatment. We take a deep dive into Dr. David Candy, PT, DPT, OCS’s brain to talk about the through process into diagnosing the causes of foot numbness. We learn about some of the key questions that he asks to better understand the causes and then how a plan of action is created.

You can reach Dr. Candy at https://m4lpt.com/ and his youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@More4Life

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Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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Digital Nomad Health

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:30:00 +0000

The digital age allows us to live wherever we want. Although this is exciting, you will encounter some challenges when it comes to staying healthy. From trying to find a doctor to navigating the health system when overseas, these challenges can be quickly remedied with the right team.

We interview Dr. Mohammad Ashori, MD and founder of https://digitalnomadhealth.com/, a primary care office designed to help the digital nomad. Give this a listen if you’re a digital nomad or considering to be one, and reach out to Dr. Ashori on LinkedIn for more info! https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammad-ashori-md/

Interested in getting some rehab by text message? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com

Menopause and Injury Recovery

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:00:03 +0000

What is menopause? What age does it happen? What are some things that women should be aware of when approaching this stage of life? Today’s interview with Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, MD of myMDadvocate.com a company that helps Washington state residents navigate the healthcare system. She is also a menopause expert, helping women navigate this time in life. She is the proud author of the Menopause Menu, a guide to learn and take action during Menopause.

You can take a look at her book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFZC3RT6?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Interested in getting some rehab by text message?

Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

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You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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Healthcare by Text Message?

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:54:39 +0000

What if you didn’t have to go to the doctor to help navigate some of the common issues like the cold, headaches, etc? Imagine all the time and money you’d save if there was a solution that met your needs without having to do any extra work? Dr. Bryan Fine, MD, MPH does exactly that. We discuss how meeting patients where they’re at can make receiving healthcare easy, accessible, and more affordable.

You can learn more about his service here: https://www.percentric.com/

Interested in getting some rehab by text message? Check it out here at ptpatientadvocate.com

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com

Emergency Room Physical Therapy?

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:47:25 +0000

Did you know that physical therapists play a crucial role in the Emergency Department? Today we meet with Dr. Rebekah Griffith, PT, DPT, NCS who is part of the ED out in Colorado. We discuss some things to help you understand how the emergency department works in hospitals.

Also, if you’re interested in learning more about how to put PT in your local hospital ED, you can reach out and find her book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRYZTKLS?ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_EAGPXZ3S6XFM79GYHEC1 and you can find more information here: https://theeddpt.com/

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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What’s Your Health Like in Your 50s, 60s, and 70s+?

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 10:30:00 +0000

Today we interviewed Al Lyman, Veteran, and coach of aging adults. What happens when we age? Do we lose hope in regards to our life and health? What should we expect in this third chapter of our life? We answer these questions and more.

You can reach out to Al at https://theallyman.com/ and find him on all major social media platforms.

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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Topical Analgesics and Rehabilitation

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 10:30:00 +0000

Do topical analgesics work? What are they? How do they work? We interview Jordan Battaglia, founder of Play on Relief, a company that has created a proprietary blend of ingredients to allow pain relief with just a spray.

You can check them out here https://playonrelief.com/

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com

Trauma, Pain, and Recovery

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:30:00 +0000

How do the traumas we encounter in life affect our pain? Today we answer that question and more with Lauren Fonvielle, an energy healer and practitioner of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique). Learn to release trauma and see your pain and stress slowly melt away.

You can hear more from Lauren here:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenic0le/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenFonvielle YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindshiftWithLauren Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenfonvielle/ Website: https://www.mindshiftwithlauren.com Masterclass: https://www.mindshiftwithlauren.com/masterclass 5 Day Mindset Reset: https://www.mindshiftwithlauren.com/mindsetreset Tapping Into Business Success Free Live Tapping Group: https://www.mindshiftwithlauren.com/tap-into-success

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

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In pain? Start here.

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the functional rehab podcast. We’re here to help you better understand your body and how to recover from your injuries. In this episode, get to know Dr. Ashley Mak, physical therapist and host of this podcast. Get excited because we’ll answer all your questions about pain, overcoming injuries, and everything in between!

Have a question specifically for Ashley? You can email him at ashley@dragonphysicaltherapy.com.

Check us out at ashleyjmak.com