Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab

On today's Podcast Host Polly Swingle talks FIFA-11+ Program with Dr. Charlie Swingle.  Dr. Swingle provides evidence how the FIFA-11+ program reduces athlete injuries as well as the length of time off due to injury.  This information is important for recreational as well as professional athletic use.

Listen in today as Host Polly Swingle opens the door for new information related to Orthopedic Rehabilitation through Dr. Charlie Swingle.

All speech and language Pathology are not the same especially in a Neurological setting. Host Polly Swingle talks with Andrea Bettis, Speech and Language Pathologist about the Broad scope of Speech Therapy in Parkinson's and Brain injury patients. 

Host:
Polly A. Swingle,  PT, GCS, CEEAA

Polly joined the Recovery Project in 2003, after graduating from Ohio University in 1986 with a BS in Physical Therapy. Her accreditations and certifications include: Neuro development treatment – adult (NDT), Geriatric clinical specialist, Burdenko, Registered yoga instructor and certified exercise expert in the aging adult. Before coming to The Recovery Project, Polly was the Director of Outpatient Services at The Rehab Institute of Michigan and the Director of Rehab Services at Good Samaritan Medical Center. She was recognized as Crain’s Healthcare hero in 2016, MDA Clinician of the Year in 2015 and Clinical Instructor of the year in 2007. She loves to do yoga in her free time.


Guest:
Andrea, Bettis, Speech Pathologist

Andrea graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences. She received her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at Eastern Michigan University. Andrea became interested in specializing in neuro following an internship at Special Tree Rehab Services. She was later hired there and became a certified brain injury specialist (CBIS). Wanting to expand her experience in neurological disorders, Andrea began working at The Recovery Project in 2018. She is specialized in the treatment of voice and speech disorders in individual’s with Parkinson's Disease through certifications such as LSVT LOUD and SPEAK OUT!

Other certifications: Vital Stim (FDA approved treatment of swallowing).

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On today's podcast, host Polly Swingle speaks with pelvic health therapists, Dr. Jessica Somerville, PT, DPT and Corinne DiPrima, OTRL. Jessica and Corinne provide extensive education on various pelvic floor diagnoses, treatments and strategies to optimize quality of life.
Jessica Somerville is a PT, DPT, and a Lead Physical Therapist at The Recovery Project. She has specialized in the treatment of neurological disorders since 2016 at The Recovery Project. She initially became passionate about working with people who have pelvic floor dysfunction in the neurological setting to improve the quality of life of those living with incontinence. Since then, Jessica has branched into pelvic floor therapy in the oncology sector as well as for maternal care. She has taken Pelvic Floor Level 1 and Pregnancy Rehabilitation through Herman and Wallace as well as Pelvic Cancer and Lower Extremity Rehabilitation through PORi (Physiological Oncology Rehabilitation Institute).
Corinne DiPrima, OTRL is an Occupational Therapist at The Recovery Project. She has been a licensed OT for the last eight years following graduation from A.T. Still University in Arizona. During her time at The Recovery Project, Corinne has become certified in VitalStim dysphagia therapy, and is an active member of the oncology, FMD and pelvic health programming groups. She has completed Pelvic Floor Level 1A , 2A, and 2B courses through Herman and Wallace. Corinne is also currently enrolled in a postpartum rehabilitation course.

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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 rehabilitation.

Nikki Warner is a graduate of the class of 2000 University of Michigan-Flint Master’s of Physical Therapy program. She has dedicated her career to neuro field for the last 22 years. Her specialties include working with populations such as amputees, TBI, CVA, SCI and PD. She has been an expert trainer for Mobility Research’s LiteGait for the last 16 years. She is currently the Lead PT for Residential and Community-based Rehabilitation program at The Recovery Project.
Dr. Nada Metti, DrOT, OTRL is an occupational therapist at The Recovery Project. Nada is a graduate of Grand Valley State University, receiving her Masters in Occupational Science and Therapy and her post-professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. Nada joined The Recovery Project in 2021 and specializes in the treatment of neurological conditions and has a specific passion for working with individuals with stroke, traumatic brain injuries, and multiple sclerosis. Outside of The Recovery Project, Nada has spent 8 years as a teaching assistant in the gross anatomy and neuroanatomy cadaver lab for Oakland University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program, and has been a content editor of 3 textbooks and is also a published author.

Lindsay Vos joined The Recovery Project in 2021 and is a stroke survivor, recreational therapist, marketing representative, and wellness trainer. Lindsay is a former collegiate athlete who graduated from the University of Toledo with her bachelor's degree in recreational therapy. Lindsay has always been interested in learning more about the brain and physical medicine and rehabilitation. She has a strong background working many years with individuals who sustained a traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury from catastrophic accidents. Lindsay is passionate about community reintegration and animal-assisted therapy to promote non-pharmacological pain management techniques which ultimately improve an individual’s quality of life. Lindsay knows what it is like to be both a patient and a therapist, as she suffered from a massive stroke in 2017. Lindsay participated in both physical and occupational therapy here at The Recovery Project and feels honored to now work here.

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Host Polly Swingle speaks with Becky Lindemann Director of Rehabilitation Services at The Recovery Project. Today's conversation is a response to COVID-19 in the Physical Therapy world. Polly digs into TRP's experience these last four months; What TRP has gone through, what they've learned, the decisions they've had to make about business, their patients and their discoveries. Join us for an in-depth discussion on Neuro Rehab after COVID-19.

Host:

POLLY A. SWINGLE , CEO & Co-Owner

Polly joined the Recovery Project in 2003, after graduating from Ohio University in 1986 with a BS in Physical Therapy. Her accreditations and certifications include: Neuro development treatment – adult (NDT), Geriatric clinical specialist, Burdenko, Registered yoga instructor and certified exercise expert in the aging adult. Before coming to The Recovery Project, Polly was the Director of Outpatient Services at The Rehab Institute of Michigan and the Director of Rehab Services at Good Samaritan Medical Center. She was recognized as Crain’s Healthcare hero in 2016, MDA Clinician of the Year in 2015 and Clinical Instructor of the year in 2007. 

Guest:
Becky Lindemann, MPt
Director of Rehabiliation, TRP

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