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MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics

Institute of Clinical Excellence - Older Adult Division

MMOA (Modern Management of the Older Adult) helps rehab & fitness pros get results with older adults. Brought to you by the Institute of Clinical Excellence, tune in to hear pertinent geriatric discussions, relevant research, & treatment ideas. Good for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistants, Students, New Grads, Seasoned Veterans, Geriatricians, & Fitness Professionals. Find out more at www.MMOA.online

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08:17

Move More With MS

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/10/05

In this Episode, Dr. Annoushka Ranaraja explores therapy management for people with MS emphasizing aerobic training, resistance training, and balance training while taking into consideration the complexities that come with the disease process. Want to make sure you stay up to date in all things Geriatrics in less than 3 minutes every other week? Join thousands of others in our free MMOA Digest Email list - https://institute-of-clinical-excellence.kit.com/a3837f54b7

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42:21

Rethinking Geri Rehab: The Hyphen Model (Rebroadcast...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/10/02

What if the future of geriatric rehab looked less like a traditional clinic—and a lot more like a gym? In this episode, ICEphysio's CEO, Jeff Moore, interviews Older Adult Faculty, Dustin Jones, to talk about Hyphen, a gym-first model that brings skilled rehabilitation, group fitness, and lifelong health under one roof for older adults. Dustin breaks down where the idea for Hyphen came from, how the model allows clinicians to leverage Medicare benefits as an on-ramp to long-term fitness, and what

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14:18

Your "Go to Guide" when your patient is moving to...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/10/01

Working with someone who is moving to a memory care community? This episode serves as your "Go to Guide" for how you can provide education and information to support the family, collaborate with the facility, and be there for the patient. Listen to learn practical tips that help make this, sometimes tricky transition, a little more seamless.

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08:00

Oral Hygiene and Overall Health

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/29

Your smile is about more than your teeth—it may offer important clues about your overall health.For clinicians working with older adults, oral health deserves a closer look. Poor oral health is associated with conditions like dementia, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Common medications can also cause dry mouth, making oral hygiene more challenging.Ask your patients: "Do you have a dentist you trust?" Bleeding gums, mouth sores that don't heal, or swallowing difficulties may be reasons to seek

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25:18

Stop Discharging Blind: A Smarter Way to Assess the...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/25

You send someone home and hope the environment holds up. Justin, an outpatient PT, got tired of hoping, so he built Safe Home AI: an AI home-safety assessment that turns a few phone photos into a prioritized, tailored report patients and families can actually act on. We get into what it does, where it's headed, and the clinical judgment behind assessing any home well. What you'll take away: – Why "how's your home?" gets you an answer you can't use and what to ask instead – The discharge gap between

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07:23

Your fitness tracker is lying to you

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/24

Your fitness tracker is lying to you! The ring on your watch may be closed, but you may be missing key elements required to ensure your patients actually live a long, healthy life! Dr. Jeff Musgrave, PT, DPT, shares what is actually being tracked and what is NOT.

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11:46

3 Clinical Pearls from the 4Ms Framework

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/21

Join Dr. Macy Bolt as she unpacks the 4Ms Framework: What Matters, Medication, Mentation, Mobility and the impact that implementation can have on major functional outcomes for our hospitalized patients. Want to make sure you stay up to date in all things Geriatrics in less than 3 minutes every other week? Join thousands of others in our free MMOA Digest Email list - https://institute-of-clinical-excellence.kit.com/a3837f54b7 Rosner, Thombley, Rogers, Adler-Milstein. "Patient Outcomes Associated

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15:20

Why Nothing Builds Confidence Like a Barbell

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/17

The barbell is the last piece of equipment most clinicians would reach for with an older adult. Dustin Jones makes the case that it's the most powerful confidence-building tool you have — and walks through exactly how to get it into the hands of someone who's convinced they're fragile. In this episode: → Why the gap between "who I am" and "who lifts a barbell" is your biggest opportunity → How barbell strength transfers to real life — travel, hobbies, and time with grandkids → Introducing load

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08:30

Independent at 98: A Home Health PT Case Study (Part...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/14

Part 3 of the Independent at 98 case study from Kay Mayordomo, PT, DPT is here! This episode is all about how the conversation with the patient's daughter and caregiver went, what discharge looked like, and lessons learned from this case. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Sign up for the free MMOA Digest Email. A bi-weekly 5 minute ready that's jam-packed with research reviews, intervention ideas, updates in our profession -

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11:45

Prehab/Rehab for Masters Athletes who Compete in the...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/07

In this episode, Dr. Shelby Blankenship PT, DPT discusses prehab and rehabbing a masters athlete who competes in the tactical games. Want to make sure you stay up to date in all things Geriatrics in less than 3 minutes every other week? Join thousands of others in our free MMOA Digest Email list - https://institute-of-clinical-excellence.kit.com/a3837f54b7

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14:23

Rehab Leading the Charge in Falls Prevention

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/03

Christina Prevett discusses the importance of proactive falls prevention, challenging common misconceptions, and emphasizing the role of rehab professionals in leading this effort to improve older adults' resilience and safety. Keywordsfalls prevention, older adults, rehab professionals, resilience, injury risk, strength training, healthcare system, proactive care In this episode, we go over The importance of resilience over fear Role of strength and physical activity in fall prevention

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14:05

Down for Dancing in Therapy

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/03

Trisa Hutchinson shares the benefits of dancing with patients beyond the smiles and laughter! If you found this content helpful, go to https://PTonICE.com to check out our collection of Free Resources like the MMOA Digest our Bi-Weekly Research Email that goes out to thousands of clinicians.

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06:53

The Sensory Step: The Use of Textured Insoles for...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/09/02

In this episode, Dr. Annoushka Ranaraja explores the use of textured insoles when working with people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy who maintain protective sense. Want to make sure you stay up to date on all things Geriatrics in less that 3 minutes every other week? Join thousands of others in our free MMOA Digest Email list - https://institute-of-clinical-excellence.kit.com/a3837f54b7

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13:09

Starting Beats Never: Why the First 4,000 Steps...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/27

The most powerful thing your patient can do for their health isn't hitting 10,000 steps. It's taking the first 2,000 more. In this episode, Dustin Jones breaks down two major studies on physical activity and step counts — and what they mean for the people who feel most defeated by the guidelines. If you work with adults who are currently sedentary, this is the reframe that changes how you set goals. What you'll take away: Why the standard guidelines (150 min/week, 10,000 steps) backfire with

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12:12

My Biggest Clinical Failure turned to Success

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/25

My biggest clinical failure turned into one of my biggest wins.For years, I focused on easing pain — but missed the bigger picture: strength, function, and fall risk.This patient taught me that empathy isn't enough if we don't also have the courage to change the plan. Motivational interviewing and the skills learned in our course curriculum changed everything. #PhysicalTherapy #MotivationalInterviewing #FallPrevention #ClinicalEducation #HealthcareProfessionals #OlderAdults #PTLife #PatientCare

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11:03

Keys to becoming a provider of choice with older adults

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/20

Dr. Jeff Musgrave PT, shares his experience of how to set yourself apart as a provider of choice for older adults! Empathetic listening, how to leverage Ai & how to balance a message of hope with honesty! For more helpful info sign up for the MMOA Digest at mmoa.online

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16:42

Hot off the Press! New Dementia Risk Reduction...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/17

Dr. Macy Bolt breaks down the new WHO dementia risk reduction guidelines that are hot off the press! She dug into the details so you don't have to and she'll walk you through the clinical takeaways you can start implementing them today. Want to make sure you stay up to date in all things Geriatrics in less than 3 minutes every other week? Join thousands of others in our free MMOA Digest Email list - https://institute-of-clinical-excellence.kit.com/a3837f54b7

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21:02

Working With Older Adults May Be Making You More Ageist

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/13

In this episode, Dr. Christina Prevett discusses the impact of ageism in healthcare, especially when working with older adults. She explores how healthcare providers' perceptions influence patient care and highlights real-world examples of systemic issues and biases. 00:00 Introduction and birthday reflection 00:29 Study on ageism among healthcare providers 00:59 How working with older adults influences perceptions 01:28 Impact of ageism on healthcare system 02:27 Vulnerable moments in older adult

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11:44

Independent at 98: A Home Health PT Case Study (Part...

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/10

Join Kay Mayordomo, PT, DPT in this new MMOA podcast where she dives into part two of a home health case study of a 98 year old patient who wants to regain his independence at home. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Sign up for the free MMOA Digest Email. A bi-weekly 5 minute ready that's jam-packed with research reviews, intervention ideas, updates in our profession - https://institute-of-clinical-excellence.kit.com/a3837f54b7

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15:39

Appetite, Aging, and Activity

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics ·

2026/08/06

Are your patients telling you they just don't have any appetite? They have no desire to eat? Join Trisa Hutchinson as she dives into appetite, aging, and activity - sharing some outside the box ideas to support your patient's appetite. If you found this content helpful, go to https://PTonICE.com to check out our collection of Free Resources like the MMOA Digest our Bi-Weekly Research Email that goes out to thousands of clinicians.

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