Upcoming Programs & Events
Knee Health in Runners Young and Old
Date:Â March 18, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Webinar | Running SIG | Free
Speakers: Mikel Joachim, PhD; Katie Lucas, PT, DPT, PhD; Megan Graham, PT, DPT, SCS; Chris Johnson, PT
Overview: This session explores common knee injuries in runners across ages, covering diagnosis, biomechanics, rehabilitation strategies, and psychosocial factors to guide effective, individualized recovery and return‑to‑running planning.
Nutrition for the injured athlete
Date: March 18, 2026
Time: 8:30Â PM EST
Webinar | Performance SIGÂ | Free
Speakers: Owen Runion, PT, DPT; Claire Reynolds, PT, DPT; Jackson Haen, RD, LD, CSCS
Overview: A focused session on how calorie, macronutrient, and micronutrient needs change after injury, with practical guidance to support optimal healing and recovery for injured athletes.
Serving Smart: Shoulder Health and Workload Management in Tennis Athletes
Date:Â March 24, 2026
Time:Â 8:00 PM EST
Webinar |Â Shoulder SIGÂ | Free
Speakers: Patrick Barber, Natalie Myers
Overview: Shoulder injuries in tennis usually show up when workload gets out of balance. This session breaks down what to track, how to manage load, and practical ways to keep tennis athletes serving strong all season.
Injuries in the Golf Athlete
Date: March 25, 2025
Time: 8:30 PM EST
Hosted by the AASPT College Pro SIG | Free
Speakers: Lindsay Becker, PT, DPT; Ethan Taylor, PT, DPT; Jacques Sirois, PT, DPT; Marino Bucci, PT, DPT
Overview: A focused review of golf‑related injuries, blending current evidence, expert clinical insight, and critical appraisal to guide effective management strategies and support evidence‑based decision‑making in practice.
Return to Running in the Perinatal Athlete: Screening, Loading, and Performance Strategies
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Webinar |Â Running SIGÂ | Free
Presenters:Â Matt Dewald, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS; Lisa Piropato, PT, DPT, ATC, SCS; Caitlin Jurgens, PT, DPT, SCS
Overview: Covers perinatal anatomical and physiological changes, red and yellow flag screening, evidence-based return‑to‑run timelines, functional load test interpretation, and practical performance strategies including cadence, breathing, and equipment adjustments.
Effect of Concurrent Strength + Endurance Training in RunnersÂ
Date: April 23, 2026
Time:Â 8 PM EST
Journal Club | AASPT Running SIG | Free
Speakers: Danielle Trowell, PhD; Jason Tuori, PT, DPT, SCS
Overview: A focused session on how concurrent training influences running performance, covering biomechanical and neuromuscular adaptations, strength‑training principles, and practical programming strategies for endurance athletes.
Small Arms, Big Loads: Protecting the Youth Throwing Shoulder & Elbow
Date: May 20, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM EST
Webinar | Shoulder + Youth Athlete SIG | Free
Presenters:Â Amanda Arnold, PT, DPT, PhD; Quinton Kane, PT, DPT, OCS
Overview: Focuses on youth throwing injury risk factors, early signs, growth‑plate considerations, distinguishing adaptive from pathological changes, evidence‑based workload management, and designing progressive rehab and return‑to‑throw programs.
2026 Annual Meeting
Date: July 10 & 11, 2026Â
Seattle, WA |Â Seattle Convention Center
Live MeetingÂ
Join us in Seattle for the AASPT Annual Meeting—part of the biggest sports med event of the year. Expect hands-on learning, sharp insights, and real connections.
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Clinical Exam of Runners
Date: August 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Webinar |Â Running SIGÂ | Free
Presenters:Â Matt Dewald, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS; Jason Tuori, PT, DPT, SCS; Megan James, PT, DPT; Ramsey Benkert, PT, DPT; Jeff Taylor-Haas, PT, DPT, OCS
Overview:Â Clinical overview of ortho special tests for runners, including diagnostic accuracy, meaningful findings, PROM selection, key subjective elements, red/yellow flags, functional load testing, and evaluation of mobility, strength, and motor control to form a clear clinical impression.
