PTA Elevation
by Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS
The PTA Elevation Podcast, hosted by Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCSis designed to help Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students study for the NPTE-PTA boards and prepare to enter the field of physical therapy. Each episode will offer insight to the exam through study strategies, exam preparation, and provide a short, digestible episode to highlight common subjects that will appear on the exam (Musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, etc.). Check out our website!https://ptaelevation.com/
Episodes
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159. Crohn's Disease - NPTE Prep
Today, Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Crohn's Disease when studying for the NPTE-PTA. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA....
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158. How to perform the Epley Maneuver - VIDEO!
In this video I show you how to perform the Epley Maneuver for posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)!
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157. Lateral Ankle Sprain - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Data Scales and Measurements when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel…
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154. Measures of Central Tendency and Variation - NPTE Prep
Today, Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Measures of Central Tendency and Variation when studying for the NPTE-PTA. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be...
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162. PTA Inspire Series - Andrew Dewart
Today Andrew shares how he was able to crush the NPTE on his first attempt and offers advice of what other students should do in order to achieve success on the NTPE-PTA. Tune in to learn more! Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the...
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153. Gout - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Gout when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will…
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152. Congestive Heart Failure - Updated 2025
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Multiple Sclerosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this...
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155. Cassie Woods - PTA Inspire Series
✨ Meet Cassie — a PTA who proved that persistence pays off. After 5 attempts at the NPTE-PTA, she never gave up on her dream. In this video, she opens up about the setbacks, the self-doubt, and ultimately the breakthrough that led to her success.Her story is raw, motivating, and a reminder that...
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151. Multiple Sclerosis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Multiple Sclerosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this...
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150. De Quervain's Tenosynovitis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about De Quervain's Tenosynovitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for...
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149. 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before NPTE Studying
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over 10 Things I wish I Knew when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the...
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147. Data and Scales of Measurement - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Data Scales and Measurements when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel…
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148. PTA Inspire Series - Kelsey Rowe, PTA
An inspirational story about how Kelsey Rowe was able to pass the NPTE on her 5th attempt despite multiple struggles and struggling with self doubt. If you're feeling unmotivated today, this might help you! Register for PTA Elevation's Masterclass on October 26th at 1PM EST!:...
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145. Deep Venous Thrombosis - Updated 2025
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Deep Venous Thrombosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how...
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146. Full Thickness Burns - Updated 2025
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Full Thickness Burns when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how…
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144. Down Syndrome - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Down Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this...
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143. Torticollis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Torticollis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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142. Understanding Your PEAT Performance Feedback Report - Updated for 2024 NPTE
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about the Performance Feedback Report and how to interpret the report to understand how you did on the PEAT! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on July 27th at 1pm EST...
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141. PTA Inspire Series - Breanna Stapleton
On today's episode of the PTA Inspire Series, Bre talks about her struggles with passing the NPTE, failing multiple times until everything finally clicked and she was able to pass with FLYING COLORS! Bre talks about her struggles with studying as a new mom, and trials she had to go through just…
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140. Stages of Grief and Dying - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Stages of Grief and Dying when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for…
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139. Arterial vs. Venous Insufficiency Ulcers - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about arterial vs. venous insufficiency ulcers when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students…
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138. Aneurysm - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Aneurysms when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject...
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137. Central Cord Syndrome - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Central Cord Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how...
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136. Total Hip Arthroplasty - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Total Hip Arthroplasties when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for…
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135. 10, Then Go Back Strategy
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes a test taking strategy to help students who struggle to do well in the first section or section 3 after the break. REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on April 27th at 1pm EST…
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134. Natallie Robinson - PTA Inspire Series
Natallie was able to pass the NPTE on her 6th and final alloted lifetime attempt despite graduating PTA school back in 2012 (yes 2012!). Learn how she was able to approach the NPTE in a new way that allowed her to be successful and begin her career as a licensed PTA! Natallie is currently working...
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133. Surviving the NPTE Vlog
This is a video that describes what to do in the day or two leading up to taking the NPTE, surviving the week waiting game between taking the NPTE and the results, and how to celebrate afterwards. This video follows Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS through raw emotions surrounding the test....
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132. Fibromyalgia - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Fibromyalgia when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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131. Pneumothorax - NPTE-PTA Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Pneumothorax when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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130. Guillain Barre Syndrome - Updated!
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Guillain Barre Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how...
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129. Medial Collateral Ligament Tears - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Medial Collateral Ligament Tears when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel…
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128. Ulcerative Colitis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Ulcerative Colitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this...
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127. Imposter Syndrome
On today's episode, host Dr. Briana Drapp, DPT, PTA, CSCS talks about imposter syndrome and how to navigate managing imposter syndrome as you prepare to take the NPTE and begin your journey as a licensed clinician! Tune in to learn more! Register for MASTERCLASS:...
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126. PTA Inspire Series - Victor Weaver, PTA
Today, host Briana sits down with Victor Weaver, PTA as he discusses how he was able to pass the NPTE on his 7th attempt (NO TYPO!) despite multiple setbacks. Victor shares the things he did differently on this attempt to ensure he passed. Tune in to learn more! Here's a little about Victor…
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125. Teaching and Learning - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Teaching and Learning when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this...
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124 - Angina Pectoris - NTPE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Angina Pectoris when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject…
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123. Huntington's Disease (Updated)
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Huntington's Disease when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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122. Bicipital Tendinitis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Bicipital Tendinitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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121. Do you just WANT to be a PTA?
On today's episode, host Briana Drapp gets real with students about if being a PTA is something that they just WANT to happen or is something they are going to MAKE happen. Learn more about shifting your mindset and taking back control of your studying! Register for Last Minute Review Session:...
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120. PTA Inspire Series - Arlanda Hill, PTA
Today Briana interviews Arlanda Hill, PTA to learn more about his story after passing the NPTE on his 4th attempt. Arlanda describes what he did differently during this attempt to help him pass and gives excellent advice to students who have struggled with the same situation. Tune in to learn…
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91. Precautions - NPTE Prep (UPDATED)
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Precautions when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will…
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118. Metabolic Acidosis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Metabolic Alkalosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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117. Respiratory Alkalosis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Respiratory Alkalosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this...
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116. Vestibular Disorders - NPTE-PTA Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Vestibular Disorders when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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115. Piriformis Syndrome
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Piriformis Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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114. Finding Motivation to Study When Your "Why" Isn't Strong Enough
On today's episode, host Briana Drapp talks about how to find motivation to study when you feel your why isn't strong enough. This is something called negative visualization, and Briana is going to explain how to do it! Register for Last Minute Review Session:...
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113. Samuel Moke - PTA Inspire Series
Today, host Briana sits down with Sam Moke, PTA as he discusses how he was able to pass the NPTE on his 4th attempt despite English being his 3rd language. Sam shares the things he did differently on this attempt to ensure he passed. Tune in to learn more! Sam can be found at:...
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112. Health Insurance - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Health Insurance when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject...
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111. Malignant Melanoma - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Malignant Melanoma when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject...
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110. Pulmonary Embolism - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Pulmonary Embolisms when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this…
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About this show
The PTA Elevation Podcast, hosted by Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCSis designed to help Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students study for the NPTE-PTA boards and prepare to enter the field of physical therapy. Each episode will offer insight to the exam through study strategies, exam preparation, and provide a short, digestible episode to highlight common subjects that will appear on the exam (Musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, etc.). Check out our website!https://ptaelevation.com/
Hosted by
Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS