Dr. Amy McDevitt: The Problem with 'Usual Care' in PT Research + Fixing the Gap in Evidence

What does “usual care” really mean in physical therapy research — and why is it so inconsistently applied across studies? In this episode, Dr. Amy McDevitt joins us for a deep-dive conversation into the limitations of current PT research and how vague terms like "usual care" are impacting evidence-informed practice.Dr. McDevitt discusses:Why “nothing” should never be a control in clinical trialsHow heel pain and orthotic studies show cracks in research designThe evolving role of manual therapy and therapeutic allianceHer collaborative work with Dr. Moyo Tillery on minority faculty representationAdvice for early-career academics and clinical researchersThe connection between burnout, purpose, and academic productivityThis episode is a must-listen for PTs, educators, researchers, and anyone passionate about improving the quality of care through better scholarship.