Objective Data, Better Outcomes: How VALD is Elevating PT Standards

Can physical therapy evolve without data? In this deep-dive conversation, clinical leaders from Prehab and Vald come together to explore how technology and objective data are reshaping rehab and performance — and why so many clinicians are still stuck in outdated methods. From the first handheld dynamometer purchase to building global tools that elevate care, this episode uncovers the real-world frustrations, breakthroughs, and opportunities in modern physical therapy. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or a PT student, you'll walk away with insights that challenge how you think about clinical decision-making, patient outcomes, and proving value in a changing healthcare landscape. In this episode, we discuss : Why “trusting the process” isn’t enough — and how to prove your value with data The hidden cost of not measuring outcomes in rehab What it takes to get clinic buy-in on tech (even if you're the only one using it) How tools like force plates and handheld dynamometers are being used across the rehab continuum Why the future of PT demands better systems, not just better clinicians Subscribe for more episodes on performance rehab, clinical innovation, and technology that moves the field forward. #physicaltherapy #rehabtech #clinicaltools #prehab #sportsperformance LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Channel:    / @theprehabpodcast   Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ku81i1... Looking for more programming? Check out all of our content on the Prehab App: https://theprehabguys.com/membership 🎙 Episode Chapters: 00:00 — Introductions 01:45 — Early Career Reflections 00:07:50 — Research and Validation of Clinical Testing Tools 00:11:15 — Orthopedic Residency: Building Clinical Expertise 00:17:46 — Challenges in Adopting New Technology in PT 00:21:45 — Why Data + Objective Testing Improves Patient Outcomes 00:29:09 — How VALD Came Into the Picture: Technology Meets Rehab 00:34:09 — Subscription Plans & Ongoing Customer Support 00:40:45 — PT-driven Products + Team 00:47:45 — The Future of Physical Therapy Is Data-Driven 00:57:10 — Building Systems to Improve Insurance-based Healthcare 1:02:25 — Final Takeaways: Start Using Better Data Now Connect With Us: Website: https://theprehabguys.com/ Instagram:   / theprehabguys   Facebook:   / theprehabguys   Twitter: https://x.com/ThePrehabGuys Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theprehabguys...