Pain Science Podcast

Dr. Joe Tatta

The Pain Science podcast discusses science-backed solutions for chronic pain. Learn how to use the brain, body, mind, and behavior for pain relief and improve both physical and mental well-being. Hosted by Dr. Joe Tatta, a physical therapist and CEO of the Integrative Pain Science Institute, the podcast features a wide range of topics, including pain neuroscience, physical therapy, psychology, exercise, health, and wellness. Work from the Integrative Pain Science Institute has been published in top journals, including Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Journal and the Journal of Physiotherapy in Mental Health. Dr. Joe Tatta is widely recognized for his contributions...

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Pain Science Podcast

Episodes (351)

Monday Primary Care Physical Therapy with Justin Carrier, PT, DPT
Feb 23rd How Physical Therapists Became Treating Physicians in Montana with Emily Herndon, PT, DPT
Feb 2nd Physical Therapists Managing Mental Health With Mary Beth Osborne, PT, DPT

Pain Science Podcast

Mar 9, 2026
40¼ minutes
18 MB

In this episode, Justin Carrier, PT, DPT, explores what "Primary Care Physical Therapy" truly means and why it represents a pivotal shift for the profession. Rather than functioning solely within a referral-based model, primary care physical therapy positions physical therapists as primary care providers for neuromusculoskeletal conditions—capable of evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and management without unnecessary gatekeeping. This model improves timely access, reduces downstream costs, and aligns care with evidence showing that early conservative management leads to better outcomes. A central focus of the discussion is APTA Utah's recent legislative victory, which formally strengthened the ro...

Pain Science Podcast

Primary Care Physical Therapy with Justin Carrier, PT, DPT

Dr. Joe Tatta

00:00 -40:15