The Power of Community-Centered Care in Rural Utah

What happens when a physical therapist decides his community deserves something better?In this episode, Howard Quackenbush II, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, shares the power of community-centered care in rural Utah. From building trust with families to creating lasting relationships, Howard shows how genuine connection transforms healthcare and makes real change possible.We also dive into the work APTA Utah is doing to advocate for the profession. Howard explains why payment reform matters, how change starts at the state level, and what it means for the future of physical therapy.This conversation is about more than treating pain—it’s about building trust, changing lives, and fighting for a sustainable future in healthcare.