Spine & Rehab Specialists
by Harry Koster PT, Cert. MDT
Spine & Rehab Specialists is the practice of choice in Physical Therapy because of exceptional quality of rehab within our community with the highest standard of care delivered by skilled and caring professionals. We wanted to bring that exceptional quality and high standard to the Podcast community! Tune into our episodes as we talk about anything and everything Physical Therapy and don't forget to leave some feedback and tell us what you want to hear about next!
Episodes
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Trailblazing Women in Athletic Training | Breaking Barriers & Inspiring the Next Generation
Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month and National Athletic Training Month with three incredible women shaping the field of athletic training: Bonnie Heredia-Koster, Dawn Hearn, and Maria Tuck. In this inspiring episode, they share their journeys, challenges, and lessons learned while...
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35. Celebrating Culture & Care with Christian Quiñones
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting one of our physical therapists, Chris Quiñones, who commutes every day to work with us from Juarez, MX! 🇲🇽 Listen as Chris talks about his time as a student at Spine & Rehab, the unique relationship between Juarez and El Paso, and his...
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34. Navigating Rheumatology with Doctor Sanjay Chabra
In this episode, we have Dr. Sanjay Chabra, Director of the Texas Arthritis Center & Board Certified Rheumatologist! 🥳 In this episode, we discuss Dr. Chabra's journey to El Paso, the Arthritis Foundation, rheumatology, and how physical therapy plays a significant role in this spectrum. Tune in…
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33. Behind the El Paso Marathon (ft. Mike Coulter & Sal Almeida)
In this episode, we have Mike Coulter and Sal Almeida on behalf of the El Paso Marathon and the El Paso Runners Foundation! We discuss how the marathon came to be, their dedication to the community, and the mental fortitude required to start running. Sign up HERE to be on our marathon team for a...
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32. Orthopedic Residency
Harry Koster, PT, Cert. MDT and John Moreno, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT discuss the orthopedic residency training program. John will soon begin his residency, the next step in his career and become a Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
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31. Aging To Perfection Expo
In today's episode Harry talks with the director of Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging, Yvette Lugo to discuss the Aging to Perfection Expo in El Paso, Texas taking place at the El Paso Convention Center on August 23rd, 2023
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30. From College Football to MMA ft. AJ Hotchkins
Former UTEP/Oregon linebacker, AJ Hotckins joins us to talk about his college football days and the journey to kickstart his MMA career.
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29. Keep Moving
☀️SUMMER IS HERE!!☀️ Harry Koster, PT, Cert. MDT and Joey Gutierrez, PT, DPT share important tips on staying active through summer activities. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or traveling this summer we’ve got you covered. Join the conversation and learn more on what the experts have to say....
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28. NEW-bie (Neubie), elevating your lifestyle.
Delve into a conversation with Harry Koster, PT, Cert. MD and Anthony Durant, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, FMSK®, D-EDX® about the ✨NEW✨ technology being introduced at our clinics, The Neubie®. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about how it works and the benefits it could bring to your life.
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27. A Road to Success- Live Podcast Series ft. Jadrian Taylor
Former UTEP star, Jadrian Taylor decides to embark on a new adventure with the Winnipeg Blue Bonners of the CFL. Hear all about his journey and his plans for the future.
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26. Diagnostic Testing in Physical Therapy (EMG, NCS, MSK US)
Do you suffer from back or neck pain? Muscle weakness? Numbness or tingling in hands or feet? Shoulder or Knee pain? Our diagnostic testing cal help us get to the root of the problem! We perform EMG NCS (Electromyography/Nerve Conduction Studies) and MSK US (Musculoskeletal Ultrasound) in clinic...
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25. College Football in the Sun City
The College Football season is just getting started and we're here to celebrate with current College football player Jadrian Taylor, and former College football player, Mike Perez! In this episode, Harry talks to Jadrian and Mike about everything college football, the bonds being on the team...
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24. Aliviane & Their Mission to Help El Pasoans Live Drug Free
Aliviane is the primary provider of prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery services in West Texas for men, women and adolescents. It also coordinates a strong network of community support and an array of interagency agreements to provide a continuum of care. In addition, the…
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23. Throwing Mechanics & Preventing Unnecessary Injuries in Little League Players
Today we have two guests on our podcast, Neil Shaw, one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy, and Benny Molina, a local Little League coach from here in the El Paso area! Today we are here to talk about Baseball! Baseball pitchers are prone to injuries in their shoulders and elbows when not...
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22. Walking Challenges offered by TTUHSC and How Walking is Good for Health and Cancer Prevention
Today we have two very special guest on the podcast, Sandra Cobos and Eric Cisneros from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center of El Paso (TTUHSC)! Sandra is with Pasos Para Prevenir Cancer and Eric is with the Border Coalition for Fitness, both programs aimed at improving the health of…
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21. Trevor Vittatoe, His Athletic Career, and Life After Football
Today we have a very special guest on the podcast, Trevor Vittatoe! Trevor was a football player at UTEP who went on to join the roster of 2 NFL teams! This UTEP alum shattered school records for passing yards (12,439) touchdown passes (97), total offense (12,291 yards) and TDs responsible for…
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20. The Importance of Exercise for Cancer Patients
Today we have a very special guest on the podcast, Jennifer Armendariz, NP! Jennifer is a Nurse Practitioner in an oncology setting here in El Paso and is passionate about health and fitness. She has joined us this episode to talk about the difficulties that cancer patients go through while...
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19. Our Sitting Strong Program
Sitting Strong is a wellness program intended for anyone that is looking for a low- impact exercise program that is done from the comfort of their seat. This 1-hour class is performed in groups twice a week focusing on arm, leg, and core strengthening. Sitting Strong is a hybrid program that can…
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18. Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction Rehabilitation
The TMJ is a bi-arthroidal hinge joint that allows complex movements during eating and talking. The TMJ is between the condylar head of the mandible and the mandibular fossa of the temporal bone. This TMJ complex is made up of the TMJ, teeth and soft tissue. Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunctions…
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17. Our Partnership with Live Active El Paso
Today we have a very special guest on the podcast, Diana Cepeda from Live Active El Paso! Live Active was started as a response to the Covid-19 Pandemic and it’s goal is to keep El Paso active and healthy. We have worked with Live Active in the past and we will continue to work with them to help...
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16. Common Misconceptions About Physical Therapy
October is National Physical Therapy Month and to kick it off, this episode is on common misconceptions about physical therapy we often hear in and out of the clinic! One of our biggest focuses with our podcast is to spread knowledge and more awareness about the amazing things we can do with...
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15. Returning to pre Covid-19 Activities
Since the start of the Covid-19 Pandemic in 2019 people all over the world have had no choice but to change their daily routines in order to stay safe. As lockdowns ensued, more and more people started to do everything from home; from work to school to even working out all routines were adjusted…
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14. Posture
Posture is defined as the position in which someone holds their body while standing or sitting. Although most people probably don’t think about their posture too much through out the day, it’s actually super important to monitor it when it comes to preventing pain. Having bad posture can cause…
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13. Arthritis and Physical Therapy
Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation of the joints which results in pain and stiffness for the person suffering from it. Many people suffer from arthritis and different types of arthritis exist, each with different causes including wear and tear, infections, and underlying diseases;...
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12. EMG & NCS/NCV Testing
EMG (Electromyography), NCS (Nerve Conduction Studies), and NCV (Nerve Conduction Velocity), are tests that measure how fast an electrical impulse moves through your nerve. These forms of testing can be used to help figure out the best course of action when treating patients that are suffering…
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11. Foot & Ankle Pain/ Rehab
Foot and ankle injuries are often underestimated; leaving a foot/ ankle injury to heal on it's own or "walking it off" is usually the first response but never the correct answer. Without the proper, care some simple foot pain can start to cause pain in other areas of the body such as the back and...
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10. Work Conditioning
Work conditioning is a work related, intensive, goal-oriented treatment program designed for people suffering from an injury that occurred in their place of work. At Spine & Rehab Specialists our Work Conditioning program is tailored to each individual and the job that they are preparing to go…
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9. Whiplash
Whiplash is described as an injury caused by a severe or sudden jerk or jolt of the head. Most whiplash cases are due to car accidents but there are numerous different ways you can get whiplash. At Spine & Rehab Specialists we see and rehab whiplash quite often and successfully using a…
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8. Lower Extremity Rehab & the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill
According to the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill website, AlterG’s patented Differential Air Pressure (DAP) technology was originally developed for NASA. An ingenious NASA engineer sought a solution to help astronauts maintain their strength and bone density while in space by using a pressurized…
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7. Parkinson's Awareness
Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that leads to shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination. Parkinson's symptoms usually begin gradually and get worse over time. What can someone with Parkinson's do to slow or reverse that progression of symptoms? Listen in…
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6. Motivation
Motivation is the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors. We may be a Physical Therapy clinic but motivation is more important to us than you think! We try to motivate our patients to want to get better every day, in and out of the clinic. Listen in on this episode…
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5. Balance and Vestibular Rehab
Many people brush off having bad balance or vestibular issues due to the fact that they don't know that there can be something done about it. There are many different reasons someone can struggle with bad balance or vestibular issues and we at Spine & Rehab Specialists have many different methods...
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4. Our Wellness Program
What is wellness? The Global Wellness Institute defines it as "the active pursuit of activities, choices, and lifestyles that lead to a state of 'holistic health'." We can help you get started on your journey to "holistic health" here at Spine & Rehab specialists with our very own Wellness…
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3. Obesity and How Physical Therapy Can Help
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 74 % of people in the United States are overweight. That is three quarters of the population. And according to the CDC, from 1999 to 2018 the rate of obesity had increased from 30.5 % to 42.4 % with 9.2 % considered severely obese. So not only is this…
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2. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging (MSK Ultrasound) is a noninvasive, safe, and cost effective tool used to assist clinicians when differentiating between two or more similar conditions, and obtaining a more accurate and effective evaluation and solution. Ultrasound is effective for examination…
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1. Covid-19 Physical Therapy Rehab Program
COVID-19 has impacted everyone in some way throughout 2020 and 2021. At this time, over 100,000 El Pasoans have been infected with the COVID-19 virus. Generally, those who had COVID-19 will struggle with residual symptoms. Many times impairments linger such as fatigue, joint pain, chest pain,...
About this show
Spine & Rehab Specialists is the practice of choice in Physical Therapy because of exceptional quality of rehab within our community with the highest standard of care delivered by skilled and caring professionals. We wanted to bring that exceptional quality and high standard to the Podcast community! Tune into our episodes as we talk about anything and everything Physical Therapy and don't forget to leave some feedback and tell us what you want to hear about next!
Hosted by
Harry Koster PT, Cert. MDT