Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Future of Healthcare. How to train like a pro and recover like a champion. with Jessica Wulke, PT, DPT, SCS, OCS
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In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Wulke, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, a dual board-certified physical therapist who works with professional athletes and professional sports cheerleaders. She shares her journey into the world of elite sports therapy, the challenges she’s faced as a woman in healthcare, and her insights on injury prevention, recovery, and getting started with fitness. Whether you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or just trying to get off the couch, this episode will leave you motivated to move better, feel stronger, and take control of your health.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How Jessica became a leading expert in sports physical therapy
✅ The biggest mistakes people make when starting a fitness routine
✅ Simple steps to go from sedentary to active
✅ How to prevent injuries and recover like a pro
✅ The mental and physical demands of working with elite athletes
✅ Overcoming barriers as a woman in sports medicine
✅ Key takeaways to help you build a stronger, healthier body
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Concierge Physical Therapy
02:58 The Journey to Specialization in Sports Physical Therapy
09:09 Navigating the Pressures of Athlete Rehabilitation
12:43 Advocating for Patient-Centered Care
16:01 The Importance of Gait Analysis
22:50 Injury Prevention and Recovery Strategies
31:20 Strength Training for Post-ACL Recovery
38:53 The Importance of Core Fundamentals in Youth Sports
42:28 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Athletic Training
46:57 Personalizing Rehabilitation for Athletes
49:38 Navigating Challenges as a Female Therapist
55:46 Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Self-Care
01:01:39 Advice for Young Professionals in Healthcare
01:04:41 Staying Motivated and Injury-Free in Fitness
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Jessica Wulke
Sports Physical Therapist
Jessica Wulke is a dual board-certified specialist in orthopedics and sports physical therapy, based in Dallas, Texas. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Iowa and has dedicated her career to sports rehabilitation, with extensive experience in treating professional athletes. Currently, Jessica serves as an Implementation Manager for the healthcare technology company, Academy Medtech Ventures, while also working as a sports therapist at Athlete Restoration Lab, where she provides physical therapy for professional athletes. Prior to this, Jessica spent 11 years at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation, excelling in various roles, including clinic manager, sports residency mentor, and sports physical therapist. Her innovative approach to care includes developing return-to-sport protocols for lower extremity injuries, collaborating closely with sports performance teams throughout the athlete’s rehabilitation journey, and conducting advanced video analysis for running evaluations.
Jessica’s expertise extends beyond clinical practice into education and professional development. A passionate advocate for women in sports, she frequently addresses the unique challenges and opportunities they face, inspiring future generations to pursue their goals in the sports industry. She is actively involved in advancing the field through participation in professional groups and conferences, presenting on topics such as running gait analysis and hamstring injuries. She was also a platform speaker at the APTA’s Combined Sections Me…
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