If you’ve been icing, stretching, resting, foam rolling, and praying your knee pain away… but it keeps coming back, this episode is for you.In this episode of Built to Endure, Dr. Daniel Shapiro, PT, DPT breaks down the real reason your knee hurts – and why it’s not going away, no matter how many “knee exercises” you’ve tried on YouTube.

Most people are told their problem is:“Wear and tear.”“Arthritis.”“Old age.”“Bone on bone.”But that’s not the whole story.🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your knee pain isn’t just a “knee problem”The hidden issues in your hips, feet, and walking mechanics that keep your knee irritatedThe difference between good pain vs. bad pain when you move or exerciseWhy rest, injections, and braces often give only temporary reliefHow to actually build a knee that trusts you again (and lets you walk, climb stairs, and squat without fear)👣 Whether your knees hurt when you:Go up or down stairsSit for too longSquat, lunge, or runOr just walk around the block…you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what’s really going on and where to focus your efforts next.Important Note:This video is educational and not medical advice. Speak with your clinician about a safe plan tailored to you.Free Resources & Work With Us🤝 From NY, NJ, FL, or MA and want 1-on-1 help? Book a FREE Discovery Session:⮕ https://projectphysicaltherapy.com/free-discovery-session📸 Instagram (daily tips & behind-the-scenes):⮕ https://www.instagram.com/stories/officialdannyshapiro/

In this episode of Built To Endure with Dr. Daniel Shapiro, we are joined by the amazing Dr. Roni Glassman, a fellow physical therapist based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Glassman shares her journey from working in a conventional outpatient setting to establishing her own practice, Rehab with Roni. We delve i

nto her specialization in treating active adults, the evolution of her clinic, and the values she holds for patient care. Dr. Glassman also discusses the challenges and successes of hiring a new PT and the importance of communication in delivering high-quality physical therapy. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the future of physical therapy, patient care, and the joys of running a successful practice.Important Note:This video is educational and not medical advice. Speak with your clinician about a safe plan tailored to you.Free Resources & Work With Us🤝 From NY, NJ, FL, or MA and want 1-on-1 help? Book a FREE Discovery Session:⮕ https://projectphysicaltherapy.com/free-discovery-session📸 Instagram (daily tips & behind-the-scenes):⮕ https://www.instagram.com/stories/officialdannyshapiro/🎥 TikTok:⮕ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmusclewhisperer

If your appointments feel rushed, your MRI sounds terrifying, and your “plan” is pills + rest + generic stretches… you’re not the problem. The system is. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Shapiro breaks down the blind spots in standard care that quietly keep people hurting—and shows you how to take back control.Inside the episode:The 10-Minute Visit Trap: why volume quotas + insurance checkboxes → cookie-cutter care.The MRI Myth: scary labels (“degeneration,” “herniation,” “arthritis”) that often don’t predict pain—and how to interpret imaging without panic.Lack of focus on your mental statePassive instead of Active (and that’s the problem): heat, stim, and stretching without progressive loading won’t rebuild capacity.Fear Factories: nocebo language (“your back is fragile”) creates avoidance and more pain; learn scripts that lower the alarm.The Fix: a clear framework—Calm → Load → Live—to turn pain down, restore strength, and return to real life.You’ll walk away with:A better understanding of what to expect from your rehab journey less fear around your painHigher expectations for your medical teamIf standard care left you stuck, this episode gives you the roadmap to get unstuck—with science, structure, and confidence.Important Note:This is educational and not medical advice. Speak with your clinician about a safe plan tailored to you.Free Resources & Work With Us🤝 From NY, NJ, FL, or MA and want 1-on-1 help? Book a FREE Discovery Session:⮕ https://projectphysicaltherapy.com/free-discovery-session📸 Instagram (daily tips & behind-the-scenes):⮕ https://www.instagram.com/stories/officialdannyshapiro/