Exploring Hybrid Rehab with Alex Bendersky | Rehab Remix S1 E2
Rehab Remix: Reimagining Boundaries
Release Date: 06/06/2025
Rehab Remix: Reimagining Boundaries
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info_outlineJoin us in conversation with Alex Bendersky, DPT, Founder of the Rehab Think Tank, and a seasoned physical therapist with over two decades of experience.
By virtue of his innovative pursuits, Alex has a large following in the PT Rehab community and is one of the leading community members in orthopedic rehabilitation. For over 20 years, Alex has helped shape the field through clinical expertise and an unwavering commitment to innovation. A pioneer in integrating evidence-based technology into physical therapy, he’s also a regular presenter at national conferences such as @APTA. In addition to his work at the Rehab Think Tank, Alex also provides strategic advising and consulting to SPRY and VerityXR, and is also the Co-Host of the Future Proof PT podcast. Learn about Alex’s journey, his thoughts on hybrid rehab models, the role of technology in patient care, and the importance of evidence-based and evidence-guided care.
In this episode, we explore Alex’s journey, his passion for innovation to address what he considers as systemic challenges facing orthopedic rehab today. His clear articulation of the mindset of both PTs in underplaying the value of physical therapy and the resulting impact on patient accountability is just one of the nuggets you’ll find in this discussion. If you haven’t connected with Alex previously, you can start here.
- 00:00 Intro
- 00:54 Meet Alex Bendersky
- 01:22 Alex's Journey and Innovations
- 04:20 Hybrid Rehab and Patient Engagement
- 11:17 Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM)
- 16:03 Challenges and Misconceptions in Rehab Therapy
- 21:11 Quickfire Questions and Conclusion
Where to find Alex Bendersky:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbenderskydpt
- Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@FutureProofPT
Where to find Rohit:
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/nayakr
- Band Connect LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/band-connect/
- Website: http://www.bandconnect.net
The Rehab Remix podcast is brought to you by Band Connect Inc. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and watch on YouTube