Alternative Healthcare Careers
By Mike Chua
Alternative Healthcare CareersJun 08, 2023
Using The AUVON Dual Channel TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Machine
Using The AUVON Dual Channel TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Machine
For this episode, watch as Dr. Mike Chua shows how to use the AUVON Dual Channel TENS unit muscle stimulator machine.
In this episode:
00:20 – What is transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, (TENS)?
01:35 – How to use the machine?
02:00 – Dr. Mike set up the machine and tries it on a patient.
03:00 – Dr. Mike demonstrates how to control the machine.
04:10 – How do you take care of the machine?
You can find the AUVON Dual Channel TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Machine through this link: https://www.amazon.com/live/video/0f6e4aae9edb4f2b9ce90ea6362362f4?ref_=ive_share_mshop_vw-iga
How to Start Your Dementia Consulting Business with Lizette Cloete, OTR
How to Start Your Dementia Consulting Business with Lizette Cloete, OTR
For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Lizette Cloete. She is an experienced occupational therapist, (OTR) and a certified dementia practitioner. Together, they talk all about what a dementia consultant is. They also discuss the pros and cons of the different dementia certificates and how to start your own dementia consulting business.
In this episode:
04:25 – What is a dementia consultant?
06:20 –Lizette talks about the different certifications for dementia practitioners.
13:45 –What does Lizette like about her class?
15:15 –What is the advantage of Positive Approach to Care certification?
16:40 –What is the Dorn method?
18:25 –Lizette shares her challenges with the different dementia certifications.
20:05 –What is the Montessori approach?
22:25 –Lizette explains what Dementia Capable care is.
23:15 –What is the Evergreen Certified Dementia care specialist certification?
24:50 –What is Skills2Care approach?
35:40 –Lizette shares her journey in dealing with her parents who has dementia.
40:20 –What are the positive sides of being a certified dementia practitioner?
Lizette’s Website: https://dementiawithoutdifficulty.com/workshop-live
Lizette’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lcloete2/
Lizette’s Email: lizette@thinkdifferentdementia.com
How to be a Business Development Manager with Missy Cork, MSN, RN-BC of PESI Education
How to be a Business Development Manager with Missy Cork, MSN, RN-BC of PESI Education
For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Missy Cork. She is an MSN, RN-BC of PESI Education. Missy shares what is PESI, and they talk all about how to be a Business Development Manager.
In this episode:
02:45 – Who is Missy Cork and what does she do?
06:30 – What are the different avenues for a nurse?
09:10 – Missy discusses the things she uses for her online work.
10:45 – What does a business development manager do?
13:30 – What is PESI and what are Missy’s future plans?
18:00 – Missy shares her parting wisdom with the audience.
PESI Website: https://www.pesi.com/
PESI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PESIinc
How to Start Your Kids Gym with Megan Simmons, COTA of Sensory Fit
How to Start Your Kids Gym with Megan Simmons, COTA of Sensory Fit
For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Megan Simmons. Together, they talk all about how to start your own gym that caters to kids with diverse disabilities. She is a COTA and the founder of Sensory Fit.
In this episode:
04:05 – Who is Megan Simmons and what does she do?
05:30 – What prompted Megan to start her own business?
08:55 - Megan and Dr. Mike shares their journey.
11:30 – Megan talks about her goals and her business.
18:15 – Megan shares the details of their opening.
22:40 – What is the ASK method?
27:30 – Megan talks about her gym and their equipment.
35:15 – What are the next steps for Megan and what are her struggles?
38:22 – Megan shares her parting wisdom with the audience.
Sensory Fit’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sensoryfitgym
Megan’s email: sensoryfitplay@gmail.com
Check out Megan's Kids Gym website at https://sensoryfitplay.com/
How to Start Your Pelvic Health Practice as an Occupational Therapist with Lindsey Vestal, OTR
How to Start Your Pelvic Health Practice as an Occupational Therapist with Lindsey Vestal, OTR
Pelvic health is an important topic that rarely gets talked about. For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Lindsay Vestal. She is an OT, a pelvic health expert and the owner of Functional Pelvis. They talk about what is pelvic health and how to Start Your Pelvic Health Practice as an Occupational Therapist.
In this episode:
03:45 – Who is Lindsay Vestal?
04:50 – How did Lindsay become an OT?
06:20 – Lindsay talks about what she does and what is pelvic floor therapy.
08:45 – Are there studies about pelvic health?
10:00 – What is pelvic trauma?
14:45 – Lindsay discusses all about pelvic health and her clients.
18:55 – Lindsay explains the treatments she offers.
21:35 – Lindsay shares her future projects.
24:55 – What was Lindsay’s biggest challenge and how did she overcome it?
Lindsay’s Website: https://www.functionalpelvis.com/
Lindsay’s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BtFeo5o8EQl4NJF8U43qd
Lindsay’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1427498174239216/discussion/preview/
Lindsay’s Email: lindsayvestal@functionalpelvis.com
How to Transition from being a PTA to a successful YouTuber with Matt Wayne
How to Transition from being a PTA to a successful YouTuber with Matt Wayne
For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Matt Wayne. He is a Physical Therapist and a YouTuber. They talk about Matt’s journey from being a physical therapist to becoming a YouTuber. Matt shares the processes behind his content and the steps for his future. Dr. Mike and Matt also give a few tips and tricks for aspiring content creators.
In this episode:
03:45 – Who is Matt Wayne and what does he do?
09:00 – Matt talks about his hobby.
12:25 – Matt shares the processes behind his videos.
18:45 – Matt explains his YouTube journey.
28:05 – Matt talks about his videos and how it gives him freedom.
34:15 – How does Matt increase his subscribers?
38:55 – Matt shares his parting wisdom with the audience.
45:30 – What are the next steps for Matt and his channel?
Matt’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AutomotiveAnonymous208
Join the Invincible Challenge by Greg Todd
Join the Invincible Challenge by Greg Todd
For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with his good friend, Greg Todd. He is a physical therapist and a life coach. In this episode, they will talk about Greg’s journey and what really is the Invisible Challenge, and how it can help people change their lives.
In this episode:
03:50 – Who is Greg Tod and what does he do?
06:30 – What is the Invisible Challenge?
09:20 – Greg explains how to join the Invisible Challenge.