In this episode of the MMOA Podcast, Dustin Jones sits down with Dr. Mariana Wingood to cut through the noise and talk about what really drives physical activity in outpatient care. They unpack the barriers we often create as clinicians, the simple strategies that actually get older adults moving, and how tech can be a tool instead of a distraction.

Mariana highlights the power of setting realistic but challenging goals, meeting patients where they are without lowering the bar. This isn’t about checking boxes — it’s about empowering older adults to own their activity, push past limitations, and build the capacity they need to thrive.

Mentioned Links:

• Incorporating Physical Activity Assessments and Behavior Change Techniques Into Geriatrics - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38163022/
• Identifying Potential Determinants That Can Impact the Implementation of a Physical Activity Pathway in Outpatient Physical Therapy: A Mixed Methods Study - https://academic.oup.com/ptj/article/105/8/pzaf088/8180249
• BAP-MI: A Novel Stepped-Care Integration of Brief Action Planning and Motivational Interviewing to Optimize Outcomes - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10546553/
• Brief Action Planning - https://bapprofessionalnetwork.org/
• mariana.wingood@wfusm.edu

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After bariatric surgery, patients face decreased muscle strength, sarcopenia, bone loss, and decreased function. Reaching out to bariatric surgeons in your area could fill a void in your community! Join Dr. Ellen Csepe to discuss how our work can serve patients better

In this episode of the MMOA podcast, host Dustin Jones discusses the 90 Plus Study with guests Dr. Nikki Arnold and Dr. Katherine Colcord. They explore the significance of normative values for the five-times sit-to-stand test and other outcome measures for individuals aged 90 and older.

We discuss the importance of understanding this unique population, the clinical implications of their research, and the potential for future studies to improve care for older adults.

This is a must-listen for clinicians working with people 90+

Mentioned Links:

• Reference Values Derived From The 90+ Study: The Five Times Sit to Stand Test
• Gait Speed Reference Values for Adults Aged 90 and Older: The 90+ Study
• The Importance of Racially and Ethnically Inclusive Gait Speed Reference Values in Individuals 90 Years and Older: LifeAfter90
• Falls in the Oldest Old: Role of Gender, Living Situation, and Assistive Devices
• The 90+ Study
• Emails:
  • Nikki Arnold - njagusch@yahoo.com
  • Katherine Colcord - kcolcord@uci.edu

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Join Dr. Macy Bolt as she talks about how to use genuine curiosity to improve your patient’s experience with rehab!

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In this episode of the MMOA podcast, host Dustin Jones interviews Dr. Betsy Spieler, a physical therapist and business owner, about her experiences at the National Senior Games and her journey in the fitness and therapy space.

Betsy shares her observations from competing and supporting other athletes, the impact of her experiences on her clinical practice, and the importance of engagement and motivation in health.

She discusses her business, Stay Strong Omaha, which aims to bridge the gap between therapy and fitness for older adults, and highlights the opportunities for physical therapists in this growing field.

If you're curious about the Senior Games or starting your own Fitness/PT Hybrid practice, this episode is for you!

Mentioned Links:

• Betsy Spieler Instagram
• Stay Strong Omaha - Facebook Page

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Join Dr. Kay Mayordomo, PT, DPT as she reflects on a trip to Sardinia and what it taught her about how striving for longevity doesn’t have to be complicated.

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In this episode, @sbship8_dpt discusses a pelvic health case study involving a female older adult experiencing pelvic pressure during childcare activities such as lifting and floor-to-stand transfers. We review clinical reasoning and treatment strategies—including pelvic floor retraining, load management, and functional strengthening—to support caregiving and reduce symptom burden.

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