Home health physical therapists regularly face unexpected disruptions or "curveballs" that impact their carefully planned schedules. The Care Motion podcast participants discussed several types of these disruptions, including traffic accidents, patient emergencies, and last-minute schedule changes. Their collective wisdom emphasized prioritizing personal safety first, maintaining clear communication with all parties, being flexible with scheduling, taking a step back when necessary, and planning strategically for known absences. Despite different payment structures (salary vs. per-visit) affecting how therapists respond to these challenges, the core message remained consistent: Effective communication and adaptability are essential, along with accepting that some days won't go as planned and learning to "roll with it."Care in Motion" is a weekly podcast for home health clinicians hosted by experienced professionals. The show explores four key areas: safety, efficiency, clinical topics, and career development. With practical advice and real-world stories, the hosts share strategies for balancing quality patient care with professional sustainability. Through candid discussions about challenges like scheduling, documentation, and setting boundaries, the podcast offers valuable insights for both new and veteran home health providers while making the daily commute between patients more entertaining and educational. Hosted by Dan Catuccio, Dan Haggerty, Brendan Kirby, Lisa Thompson

Home health physical therapists regularly face unexpected disruptions or "curveballs" that impact their carefully planned schedules. The Care Motion podcast participants discussed several types of these disruptions, including traffic accidents, patient emergencies, and last-minute schedule changes. Their collective wisdom emphasized prioritizing personal safety first, maintaining clear communication with all parties, being flexible with scheduling, taking a step back when necessary, and plann...

Care in Motion Podcast Ep004 Home Health: Handling Curveballs