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Using The AUVON Dual Channel TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Machine For this episode, watch as Dr. Mike Chua shows how to use the AUVON Dual Channel TENS unit muscle stimulator machine. In this episode: 00:20 – What is transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, (TENS)? 01:35 – How to use the machine? 02:00 – Dr. Mike set up the machine and tries it on a patient. 03:00 – Dr. Mike demonstrates how to control the machine. 04:10 – How do you take care of the machine? You can find the AUVON Dual Channel TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Machine through this link: https://www.amazon.com/live/video/0f6e4aae9edb4f2b9ce90ea6362362f4?ref_=ive_share_mshop_vw-iga

How to Start Your Dementia Consulting Business with Lizette Cloete, OTR For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Lizette Cloete. She is an experienced occupational therapist, (OTR) and a certified dementia practitioner. Together, they talk all about what a dementia consultant is. They also discuss the pros and cons of the different dementia certificates and how to start your own dementia consulting business. In this episode: 04:25 – What is a dementia consultant? 06:20 –Lizette talks about the different certifications for dementia practitioners. 13:45 –What does Lizette like about her class? 15:15 –What is the advantage of Positive Approach to Care certification? 16:40 –What is the Dorn method? 18:25 –Lizette shares her challenges with the different dementia certifications. 20:05 –What is the Montessori approach? 22:25 –Lizette explains what Dementia Capable care is. 23:15 –What is the Evergreen Certified Dementia care specialist certification? 24:50 –What is Skills2Care approach? 35:40 –Lizette shares her journey in dealing with her parents who has dementia. 40:20 –What are the positive sides of being a certified dementia practitioner? Lizette’s Website: https://dementiawithoutdifficulty.com/workshop-live Lizette’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lcloete2/ Lizette’s Email: [email protected]

How to be a Business Development Manager with Missy Cork, MSN, RN-BC of PESI Education For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Missy Cork. She is an MSN, RN-BC of PESI Education. Missy shares what is PESI, and they talk all about how to be a Business Development Manager. In this episode: 02:45 – Who is Missy Cork and what does she do? 06:30 – What are the different avenues for a nurse? 09:10 – Missy discusses the things she uses for her online work. 10:45 – What does a business development manager do? 13:30 – What is PESI and what are Missy’s future plans? 18:00 – Missy shares her parting wisdom with the audience. PESI Website: https://www.pesi.com/ PESI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PESIinc

How to Start Your Kids Gym with Megan Simmons, COTA of Sensory Fit For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Megan Simmons. Together, they talk all about how to start your own gym that caters to kids with diverse disabilities. She is a COTA and the founder of Sensory Fit. In this episode: 04:05 – Who is Megan Simmons and what does she do? 05:30 – What prompted Megan to start her own business? 08:55 - Megan and Dr. Mike shares their journey. 11:30 – Megan talks about her goals and her business. 18:15 – Megan shares the details of their opening. 22:40 – What is the ASK method? 27:30 – Megan talks about her gym and their equipment. 35:15 – What are the next steps for Megan and what are her struggles? 38:22 – Megan shares her parting wisdom with the audience. Sensory Fit’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sensoryfitgym Megan’s email: [email protected] Check out Megan's Kids Gym website at https://sensoryfitplay.com/

How to Start Your Pelvic Health Practice as an Occupational Therapist with Lindsey Vestal, OTR Pelvic health is an important topic that rarely gets talked about. For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Lindsay Vestal. She is an OT, a pelvic health expert and the owner of Functional Pelvis. They talk about what is pelvic health and how to Start Your Pelvic Health Practice as an Occupational Therapist. In this episode: 03:45 – Who is Lindsay Vestal? 04:50 – How did Lindsay become an OT? 06:20 – Lindsay talks about what she does and what is pelvic floor therapy. 08:45 – Are there studies about pelvic health? 10:00 – What is pelvic trauma? 14:45 – Lindsay discusses all about pelvic health and her clients. 18:55 – Lindsay explains the treatments she offers. 21:35 – Lindsay shares her future projects. 24:55 – What was Lindsay’s biggest challenge and how did she overcome it? Lindsay’s Website: https://www.functionalpelvis.com/ Lindsay’s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BtFeo5o8EQl4NJF8U43qd Lindsay’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1427498174239216/discussion/preview/ Lindsay’s Email: [email protected]

How to Transition from being a PTA to a successful YouTuber with Matt Wayne For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Matt Wayne. He is a Physical Therapist and a YouTuber. They talk about Matt’s journey from being a physical therapist to becoming a YouTuber. Matt shares the processes behind his content and the steps for his future. Dr. Mike and Matt also give a few tips and tricks for aspiring content creators. In this episode: 03:45 – Who is Matt Wayne and what does he do? 09:00 – Matt talks about his hobby. 12:25 – Matt shares the processes behind his videos. 18:45 – Matt explains his YouTube journey. 28:05 – Matt talks about his videos and how it gives him freedom. 34:15 – How does Matt increase his subscribers? 38:55 – Matt shares his parting wisdom with the audience. 45:30 – What are the next steps for Matt and his channel? Matt’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AutomotiveAnonymous208

Join the Invincible Challenge by Greg Todd For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with his good friend, Greg Todd. He is a physical therapist and a life coach. In this episode, they will talk about Greg’s journey and what really is the Invisible Challenge, and how it can help people change their lives. In this episode: 03:50 – Who is Greg Tod and what does he do? 06:30 – What is the Invisible Challenge? 09:20 – Greg explains how to join the Invisible Challenge. 11:55 – How long is the Invisible Challenge? What do you need to join the challenge? 16:20 – Greg talks about the qualification for people to join. 19:20 – Greg encourages people to try new things. 27:30 – Greg talks about his life journey and how the challenge can help disabled and non-disabled people. 31:10 – Greg gives advice on how to help people and build a community that serves. 35:00 – Greg shares his parting wisdom with the audience. Here’s the link: https://invinciblechallenge.com/invin...

How to Become a Travel Therapist Professional Traveling is an important part of everyone’s lives and with the new normal, it’s not just a luxury but also a profession. For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Kara Welke, OTR, Karen Dwire, OTR and Sarah Molnar, a Travel Expert. They are going to talk about how to be a travel therapist professional. They also touched on how it can help therapist and their clients to experience more and be better. In this episode: 04:20 – Who is Kara Welke? 06:20 – Who is Karen Dwire? 09:55 – Karen shares her journey in life and how it inspired her to help people. 19:00 – Who is Sarah Molnar? 23:20 – Sarah explains how the business works. 25:35 – How can traveling help therapists and their clients? 26:35 – Sarah talks about the network side of things. 29:30 – Does Karen still brings her clients to travel? 34:35 – What do they do for their clients? 36:00 – Is this a MOM? 37:50 – Who are the therapists that avail their services? 41:40 – What about the DME? 43:00 – Why does Karen travel? 46:35 – Traveling with autism. 53:20 – Karen shares her parting wisdom with the audience. 55:55 – Sarah talks about her message for the audience. 57:35 – Kara invites the audience to combine their passion for work and traveling. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1377890089645001

Interview with APTA CEO Dr. Justin Moore, PT, DPT APTA is the association for physical therapists in the United States of America. For this podcast, Dr. Mike Chua is with Justin Moore. He is a PT, DPT, and the Chief Executive Officer of the American Physical Therapy Association. Prior to being named CEO, Justin served APTA as its Executive Vice President, Public Affairs, and before that, served in several government affairs positions including work as the association’s lead lobbyist on Capitol Hill. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Simmons College in Boston, his Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Lowa, and his Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Lowa State University. Together, they talk about the actions of APTA on different issues and the future of physical therapy. In this episode: 03:45 – Who is Dr. Justin Moore and what does he do? 06:20 – Does APTA have control over productivity regulations? 10:10 – Dr. Moore shares APTA’s plans for the CPT Codes. 14:05 – What are the steps for foreign-trained physical therapists to get licensed? 15:45 – What are APTA’s thoughts on the decreasing reimbursement for physical therapists? 24:30 – Dr. Moore talks about the concept of side hustles and their importance. 29:05 – What are Dr. Moore’s thoughts on the future of physical therapy? 36:50 – Dr. Moore explains the associations where physical therapists can join. 39:50 – Will pay cuts affect work opportunities next year? 44:00 – How is Dr. Moore fighting the decline of reimbursement for physical therapists? 48:50 – What can be done to make APTA membership affordable for a typical clinician? 55:35 – Is APTA legal to utilize all members? 58:25 – What is APTA doing for the physical therapy assistants? 1:01:30 – Dr. Moore shares his parting wisdom with the audience.

From being a PT to Medical Rep to a TV host and Corporate Consultant For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Erwin Ursua. He was a PT, a brand manager, a TV host and now, a CEO of WinWithin Coaching and Consultancy. Together they talk about how Erwin transitioned from his career, their experiences being a medical representative and the difference between sales and marketing. In this episode: 03:25 – Who is Erwin? 05:35 – What does Erwin do? 10:45 – Dr. Mike shares his corporate training with Erwin. 17:15 – Erwin talks about what happened in his career. 19:10 – What is the difference between sales and marketing? 23:25 – How did Erwin become a TV host? 28:20 – Who are Erwin’s clients and what does he coach? 31:40 – Erwin’s parting wisdom for the audience. Email: [email protected] Website: winwithin.com.ph LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/winwithin-professional-coaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/winwithincoachingandconsultancy/ Erwin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erwinyursua/ Erwin’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erwinursua/ Schedule an appointment with Erwin at: calendly.com/coacherwinursua