61. Treating ACLs in an Adolescent Population with Dr. Marissa Gradoz

Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever worked with a pediatric sports population, you’ve probably noticed there are a few differences between treating a pre-teen and an adult. For example, what about their goals and motivation? What is physiologically different with this population? How do we master the art of communicating with the patient, their parents, and even their coaches.Enter Marissa Gradoz, PT, DPT, SCS, to talk about how to optimally treat this patient population with all these factors in mind. In this episode, we cover the following:Insight on managing the patient, the patient's family, and the coachManaging the psychosocial aspect of an adolescent athleteProgramming strength for the pre-pubescent athleteMeasurements for success other than quadriceps strength"Test, don't guess"Using the ACL RSI to assess mental readinessMastering clear communication with your patientAdapting to different learning stylesUnderstanding the demands of the sportResources for pediatric sportsFor more resources: prismsports.orgThe purpose of this podcast is to provide useful, condensed information for exhausted, time-crunched Physical Therapists and Student Physical Therapists who looking to build confidence in their foundational knowledge base and still have time to focus on other important aspects of life. Hit follow to make sure you never miss an episode. Have questions? Want to connect? Contact me at [email protected] or check out more at ptsnackspodcast.com. On Instagram? Check out the unique content on @PT_Snacks!Need CEUs but low on time and resources? Go to https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/pt-snacks-podcast for over 40% off a year subscription. Use the promo code PTSNACKSPODCAST. This is an affiliate link, but I wouldn’t recommend MedBridge if I didn’t think they offered value.Willing to support monetarily? Follow the link below to help me continue to create free content. You can also support the show by sharing the word about this show with someone you think would benefit from it.Need CEUs?Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You’ll get thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses. Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout to save over $100. Student? Use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENTSupport the showStudying for the NPTE? Check out PT Final Exam — they’ve helped thousands of students pass with confidence. Use code PTSnacks at checkout for a discount.Stay Connected!Follow so you never miss an episode. Send your questions via email to [email protected] the email list HERESupport the Show:Share the episode with someone who'd benefit.Contributing directly to the "support" link.Thanks for tuning in—your support makes this all possible!