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The Thinking Practitioner

Til Luchau & Whitney Lowe

Join two of the leading educators in manual therapy, bodywork, and massage therapy, as they delve into the most intriguing issues, questions, research, and client conditions that hands-on practitioners face. Stimulate your thinking with imaginative conversations, tips, and interviews related to the somatic arts and sciences.

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108: Trauma & Bodywork (with Peter Levine)

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/12/27

Legendary trauma pioneer Peter Levine PhD talks with Til Luchau about how bodyworkers might recognize trauma, and, how can they be most helpful with its effects. Along the way, Dr Levine reflects on topics such as his own training with Ida Rolf (the originator of Rolfing® Structural Integration), scope of practice considerations for bodyworkers, self-care and much more. Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s

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107: Knee Deep: Understanding Baker’s Cysts (with...

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/12/13

Baker's cysts, the most common cyst behind the knee, affect about 20% of all people. When painful, they can limit mobility and impact quality of life. In this episode, Til interviews Whitney about what Baker’s cysts are, what we as hands-on therapists can do about them, and how we can broaden the lens about the benefits of our work. Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical

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106: The Massage Therapy Foundation (with Adrienne Asta)

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2023/11/29

The Massage Therapy Foundation is a crucial organization for the growth and development of our profession. In this episode, Whitney talks with Adrienne Asta, current president of the Foundation. In this episode, they discuss: What are the different programs the Foundation runs? What is the role of the Foundation in our profession? Why is research important for practitioners? How can people get involved with the Foundation? ...much more Watch the video and get the full transcript of their

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105: Chronic Cough: the Prequel (with Walt Fritz and...

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2023/11/15

Til Luchau and Ruth Werner talk with Walt Fritz PT, as they prepare for some hands-on work with Ruth's chronic cough. Listen in as these three powerhouse presenters discuss hands-on strategy, potential triggers, and psychosocial impacts related to chronic coughs. Ruth shares her personal experiences, emphasizing the challenges and similarities with chronic pain. Their stimulating conversation then delves into the broader implications of treating the whole person rather than just the symptoms,

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104: The Many (Cervical) Facets of Neck Pain (with...

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2023/11/01

The neck's facet joints (or the harder-to-to pronounce and remember "zygapophyseal joints") are the primary articulations involved in cervical movement. They are commonly thought to be involved in a range of painful cervical conditions. What do manual and massage therapists need to know? What are some helpful ways to think about and work with these joints? Whitney and Til think it through, and touch on topics such as: Does or doesn't head-forward posture cause pain? What about text-neck? A

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103: Where the Profession Is Now (with Les Sweeney)

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2023/10/18

ABMP (the largest professional organization of massage therapists and bodyworkers in the USA) has just published the results of their regular survey of massage education programs, and it reveals some very interesting trends. Whitney discusses these and their implications with Les Sweeney, the CEO of the Professional Assist Corporation and President of the ABMP (Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals). Topics include: How employment trends are changing in the field How are schools doing in

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102: Lessons Learned (with Susan Salvo)

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/10/04

Susan Salvo has been a key contributor to the advancement of the massage therapy profession in the U.S. and abroad. She has been a school owner, practitioner, author, researcher, educator, and legal expert witness. In this episode, we talk about many of these different paths she has traversed and some of the important lessons learned. We cover these key points What brought her to the world of textbook authoring How her graduate work in education has influenced her thinking Some of the challenges

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101: Interprofessional Communication (with Lane...

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2023/09/20

A crucial aspect of high-quality health care is communication between the individuals that deliver that care. In this episode Whitney talks with Lane Blondheim, a physical therapist in South Bend, Indiana about various challenges and opportunities for enhanced communication in the manual therapy fields. We cover these key points Common myths and misconceptions about our professions Challenges of working within the existing system Where does the scope of practice overlap or interfere How can we

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100: Chronic Symptoms & Other Mysteries (with Ruth...

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2023/09/06

When Ruth Werner sought Til Luchau's hands-on help with a chronic symptom, they stopped by ABMP's Colorado studio for a fascinating discussion with Darren Buford and Kristin Coverly about what they were learning by working together. (This special episode is thanks to ABMP.) Get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage Resources: Ruth Werner's site Til's site Sponsor Offers: Books of

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99: Wait, What? Fascial Stiffness & Pain (with Robert...

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2023/08/23

Tight tissue is more painful, right? And, helping bodies be less stiff makes them feel better, doesn’t it? Fascial researcher Robert Schleip shares new research that contradicts these commonly held (but rarely examined) assumptions, and helps us think through how we, as body therapy practitioners, can apply this new understanding to our work. Tune in for a nuanced conversation that sheds light on our evolving understanding of fascia, stiffness, and pain. Watch the video and get the full transcript

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98: Working in Professional Sports (with Brian...

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2023/08/09

Brian Glotzbach has been working with high-performance athletes and professional teams for three decades. Whitney talks with Brian about the unique facets of working as a massage therapist in this environment. Things we cover include: How to get started and make connections Speaking the language of the athletic staff What is unique about working with these athletes What will make you successful in this environment. ...much more Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on

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97: Back At It: Back Pain Revisited (with Stuart McGill)

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2023/07/26

Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe welcome back special guest Dr. Stuart McGill, a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo and one of the world's leading experts in back pain and spine health. They discuss: • Common misconceptions about back pain • Stiffness and mobility in back pain, and the role of bodywork • Inflammatory factors in back pain • Traction and movement techniques to mechanically "vacuum" extruded nucleus and alleviate disc bulges • The McKenzie prone press-up

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96: Curious Souls (with Aaron Alexander & Sue Hitzmann)

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/07/12

Sue Hitzmann and Aaron Alexander are curious about other people. So how do these two well-known interviewers exercise their curiosity and their "openness muscles?" And, how do they know when their openness is going too far? Listen in as we discuss what makes us feel each good, connecting our personal journeys to our professional work, and much more. Watch the video and get the full transcript at Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical

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95: Learning to Learn (with Til Luchau & Whitney Lowe)

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/06/28

If we don’t learn, we’re doomed to the same results over and over. But sometimes, we get in the way of our own learning. Can we learn to be better learners? Til takes Whitney on an illustrated tour of some of his favorite obstacles to learning, and gets his help applying these to our work as hands-on practitioners. Get the slideshow-handout, watch the video, and get the full transcript at Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical

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94: Contact Improvisation and Bodywork (with Alicia...

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/06/14

Til interviews Alicia Grayson, an expert practitioner and teacher of Contact Improvisation dance, about that form’s significance as an embodiment and movement practice. They explore its connection to other forms of movement and therapy, share their personal journeys, and discuss the similarities and differences between Contact Improv and hands-on bodywork, comparing methods and therapeutic goals. They also delve into topics such as the role of gravity, the benefits of touch sensitivity and human

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93: Evidence-Informed Education (with Patti Shank)

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/05/31

Whitney talks with education specialist Patti Shank on what the current research tells us about the most effective methods of learning. In Episode 17 Til and Whitney talked about how massage and manual therapists chart their own path of learning, so here we talk to an education expert to help us figure out more about what makes a good learning experience. Things we cover include: Common myths around learning, such as "learning styles" What makes a good video lesson? What is best done online vs. in

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92: The Art of a Good Question (with Whitney Lowe &...

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2023/05/17

A good question is said to be the first half of knowing, and can make the difference between understanding each other, or operating on our own assumptions. Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe compare notes on some of their favorite questions to ask clients, mentors, and themselves, as well as principles that will help practitioners craft their own good questions. Resources mentioned: "Favorite question" Facebook post Check out the video, show notes, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: Til

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91: Employer Blues (with Drew Freedman & Diane...

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2023/05/03

Employers are having a hard time finding therapists to hire. Like workers everywhere, massage and manual therapists' relationship to employment is different than it was a few years ago. Til and Whitney talk with independent clinic and spa owners Drew Freedman and Diane Matkowski about the trials, tribulations, and triumphs involved in this changing landscape, in a conversation that solo practitioners, employed therapists, and employers will all find stimulating and informative. Check out the video,

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90: Turning Down the Volume on Back Pain (with...

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/04/19

Back pain is incredibly common, and it can be incredibly puzzling. Whitney and Til discuss their respective views on causes, types, and effective manual therapy treatment strategies for turning down the volume on back pain. Check out the video, show notes, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage Sponsor Offers: The Back Jam: 1 body part, 17 amazing teachers, 4 days. Live in May or by recording. Books of

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89: Adventure Education (with Til Luchau & Whitney Lowe)

The Thinking Practitioner ·

2023/04/05

What's the reality of combining learning with travel? Whitney talks with Til about his recent educational retreat in Thailand, his teaching trip to Taiwan, and his upcoming professional continuing education retreats in Puerto Rico, on the Camino de Santiago in Spain, and around the USA. Check out the video, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage Resources: Til's schedule of upcoming retreats and

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