158. How to perform the Epley Maneuver - VIDEO!
July 23 · 8 min
PE
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PTA Elevation
Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS
The PTA Elevation Podcast, hosted by Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCSis designed to help Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students study for the NPTE-PTA boards and prepare to enter the field of physical therapy. Each episode will offer insight to the exam through study strategies, exam preparation, and provide a short, digestible episode to highlight common subjects that will appear on the exam (Musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, etc.).
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- 20 episodes
- Updated July 23
Episodes20
- PE
157. Lateral Ankle Sprain - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Data Scales and Measurements when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the MASTERCLASS on July 19th at 1pm EST: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
July 9 · 13 min - PE
154. Measures of Central Tendency and Variation - NPTE Prep
Today, Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Measures of Central Tendency and Variation when studying for the NPTE-PTA. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Come to our review session on June 20th and 21st at 1pm EST: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-reviewPart 3 of the review session will be June 30th at 4PM EST!Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktreeWe look forward to serving you!
June 15 · 15 min - PE
162. PTA Inspire Series - Andrew Dewart
Today Andrew shares how he was able to crush the NPTE on his first attempt and offers advice of what other students should do in order to achieve success on the NTPE-PTA. Tune in to learn more! Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktreeWe look forward to serving you!
April 30 · 20 min - PE
153. Gout - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Gout when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on March 22nd and 29th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
March 9 · 11 min - PE
152. Congestive Heart Failure - Updated 2025
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Multiple Sclerosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the masterclass! https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
January 29 · 25 min - PE
155. Cassie Woods - PTA Inspire Series
✨ Meet Cassie — a PTA who proved that persistence pays off. After 5 attempts at the NPTE-PTA, she never gave up on her dream. In this video, she opens up about the setbacks, the self-doubt, and ultimately the breakthrough that led to her success.Her story is raw, motivating, and a reminder that your journey doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. If you’re struggling with exams or questioning yourself, Cassie’s message will give you hope and courage to keep going.👉 Watch now and be inspired to push through your own challenges! SIGN UP FOR OUR MASTERCLASS on January 25th, at 1pm EST!https://ptaelevation.com/masterclassWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktreeWe look forward to serving you!
January 22 · 35 min - PE
151. Multiple Sclerosis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Multiple Sclerosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on December 21st and 28th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Dec 4, 2025 · 26 min - PE
150. De Quervain's Tenosynovitis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about De Quervain's Tenosynovitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on December 21st and 28th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Dec 2, 2025 · 9 min - PE
149. 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before NPTE Studying
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over 10 Things I wish I Knew when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Oct 30, 2025 · 25 min - PE
147. Data and Scales of Measurement - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Data Scales and Measurements when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the MASTERCLASS on October 26th at 1pm EST: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Oct 23, 2025 · 16 min - PE
148. PTA Inspire Series - Kelsey Rowe, PTA
An inspirational story about how Kelsey Rowe was able to pass the NPTE on her 5th attempt despite multiple struggles and struggling with self doubt. If you're feeling unmotivated today, this might help you! Register for PTA Elevation's Masterclass on October 26th at 1PM EST!: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in being a coaching program student, apply here: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!
Oct 16, 2025 · 31 min - PE
145. Deep Venous Thrombosis - Updated 2025
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Deep Venous Thrombosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on September 21st and 28th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Sep 25, 2025 · 21 min - PE
146. Full Thickness Burns - Updated 2025
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Full Thickness Burns when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on September 21st and 28th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Sep 18, 2025 · 19 min - PE
144. Down Syndrome - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Down Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on September 21st and 28th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Aug 21, 2025 · 19 min - PE
143. Torticollis - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Torticollis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Aug 7, 2025 · 14 min - PE
142. Understanding Your PEAT Performance Feedback Report - Updated for 2024 NPTE
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about the Performance Feedback Report and how to interpret the report to understand how you did on the PEAT! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on July 27th at 1pm EST https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Jul 17, 2025 · 20 min - PE
141. PTA Inspire Series - Breanna Stapleton
On today's episode of the PTA Inspire Series, Bre talks about her struggles with passing the NPTE, failing multiple times until everything finally clicked and she was able to pass with FLYING COLORS! Bre talks about her struggles with studying as a new mom, and trials she had to go through just to get to the point of being able to take the test. Tune in to hear her full story! Register for PTA Elevation's Masterclass on July 27th at 1PM EST!: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in being a coaching program student, apply here: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!
Jul 10, 2025 · 28 min - PE
140. Stages of Grief and Dying - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Stages of Grief and Dying when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Jun 26, 2025 · 13 min - PE
139. Arterial vs. Venous Insufficiency Ulcers - NPTE Prep
On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about arterial vs. venous insufficiency ulcers when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Come to the review session on June 22nd and 29th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree
Jun 12, 2025 · 16 min