In this episode, we break down what actually mattered in physical therapy in 2025 — the wins, the challenges, and the trends that didn’t get enough attention. We also look ahead to 2026, including what to expect with reimbursement, the growing role of technology and hybrid care, and how the gap is widening between outcome-driven practices and volume-based models. If you’re a physical therapist trying to navigate where the profession is headed — clinically, financially, and professionally — th...
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In this episode, we break down what actually mattered in physical therapy in 2025 — the wins, the challenges, and the trends that didn’t get enough attention. We also look ahead to 2026, including what to expect with reimbursement, the growing role of technology and hybrid care, and how the gap is widening between outcome-driven practices and volume-based models. If you’re a physical therapist trying to navigate where the profession is headed — clinically, financially, and professionally — th...
GBU S2-E27: Direct Access in Physical Therapy: A Great Idea Patients Still Don’t Use
Physical Therapy: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
16 minutes
2 weeks ago
GBU S2-E27: Direct Access in Physical Therapy: A Great Idea Patients Still Don’t Use
Direct access to physical therapy is often framed as a win for patients—faster care, lower costs, and fewer unnecessary steps. And in many ways, it is. But only when it’s used the right way. In this episode, we break down what direct access in physical therapy actually means, when it works extremely well, and where it can go wrong. We’ll discuss why physical therapists are trained to screen for red flags, refer out when needed, and practice within clear clinical boundaries—contrary to the ide...
Physical Therapy: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
In this episode, we break down what actually mattered in physical therapy in 2025 — the wins, the challenges, and the trends that didn’t get enough attention. We also look ahead to 2026, including what to expect with reimbursement, the growing role of technology and hybrid care, and how the gap is widening between outcome-driven practices and volume-based models. If you’re a physical therapist trying to navigate where the profession is headed — clinically, financially, and professionally — th...
