Matt Heintzelman

Physical Therapist, Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Adjunct Faculty, Developing Researcher, Running/Triathlon Coach

[Rick Steves @RickSteves]

A century ago, Germany’s democracy was hijacked by a bombastic and charismatic tyrant — and in this five-minute video, you’ll learn how he did it. Why did I produce this? Because I believe that history is speaking to us, and all too often, those who refuse to learn from it are doomed to repeat it.

As you watch, imagine filling out a Bingo card filled with Germany 1933/USA 2024 parallels: big rallies, rage-filled and hateful rhetoric, simple answers promising quick and easy solutions to complicated problems, empty promises of a great-again future, scapegoating outsiders, and political enemies silenced on day one. And notice the caring wisdom and concern from my German friends as they share these lessons from their dark history.

It’s hard to understand how Trump could, on the eve of a tight election, paint a picture of Liz Cheney before a firing squad by actually saying, “Let’s put her with a rifle standing there with nine barrels shooting at her, OK? And let’s see how she feels about it when the guns are trained on her face.” You can’t get into the mind of a dictator with an insatiable appetite for power — but you can recognize the playbook they all seem to follow.

Just watch this clip. It’s excerpted from my hourlong public television special “The Story of Fascism in Europe,” which is streaming free (and ad-free) at https://t.co/YA10kVH0V8. If you care about our democracy and love our country, it’s hard to stop watching.

When I produced this in 2018, I hoped this day would never come in our country. But November 5th is upon us. Please share this with anyone in your life who might need a reminder that the stakes are high...and this is very real.

[Dr. Angela Rasmussen @angie_rasmussen]

We seem to have collectively forgotten the lasting destruction Trump inflicted on public health and pandemic preparedness, so I spoke to @hlavinka_e to remind you.

This man's incompetence & failure to prioritize public health cost American lives.

https://t.co/E6WaApV66G

[jbolina jolie @pastapilled]

huge day

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@Marco_dube @Retlouping @RoyJeanSebasti1 @JFEsculier @MSKPhysioJnl @universitelaval @UBC Thanks for this work @Marco_dube Look forward to reading.

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@Retlouping Thanks for sharing. Quite a lot to dig into.

[Jonathan Maberry @JonathanMaberry]

Heartbroken that #KrisKristofferson has passed. He died at home in Hawaii yesterday. He was 88. He was an incredible singer, songwriter, and actor. Also, a Rhodes Scholar, football player, boxer, firefighter, and Army Ranger helicopter pilot. What a life, what a legacy.

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@Retlouping @MicahWong_DPT Definitely would provide a thorough mechanical assessment as @Retlouping suggests. Invasive options are challenging. Thanks for sharing and post updates.

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@hjluks 400m on the track with recovery to Z2. Reps until I hit max HR keeps me from over doing it on hot days when HR elevated from the start. - question Are your rest intervals based on set time or HR recovery? - thanks for your postings. 🙏

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@Leanne_Hassett @msk_health Thanks for this work. Case of 1 - my older brother has an intellectual disability. Started Powerlifting 1975. No longer lifting but still walks 30min 2day. And the experience led to me becoming a Physical Therapist!

[Joe Eisenmann PhD @Joe_Eisenmann]

A Public Service Announcement on Youth Sports

https://t.co/bOkfazFR3n

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@HSpecialSurgery @USAGym @EllenCaseyMD Great work @EllenCaseyMD .

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@hjluks Have you tried off-the-shelf spring assist AFOs? Can be helpful to manage tendon load & function to tolerance. 🙏

[Brad Schoenfeld, PhD @BradSchoenfeld]

Although some achieve better results from resistance training than others, there are no nonresponders 💪 #gottalift https://t.co/fMx912turv

[Steve Magness @stevemagness]

Lyles was in last at 40 meters, 7th at halfway...

His close & holding on to speed is amazing.

You can see the slight difference in the last two 10 meter splits. He ran .84 and .86 versus Thompson's .85 and .87

What a race. What a close.

[Philadelphia Phillies @Phillies]

3,000 total bases for MV3 👏

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@Retlouping Check out this book, David, if you have not already by a Uni of Penn professor. Started her career as a PT. Slouch: Posture Panic in Modern America https://t.co/46kea2QPZ6

[Emory SPARC @Emory_SPARC]

Please join us for a virtual presentation by visiting scientist #ACL 🦵biomechanics expert @BPietrosimone August 8th 2:00PM EST.

[Matt Heintzelman @MattHeintzelman]

@karenlitzyNYC Probably good to remind all, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed & signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990. As a school based PT, I am still helping my district meet that promise to improve accessibility. Going backwards is not an option.

[Philadelphia Phillies @Phillies]

Tyler Phillips just threw a complete game shutout for the team he grew up rooting for.

Baseball is the best.

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

In honor of the 34th anniversary of the ADA, Adina our Disability Access & Functional Needs Planning Coordinator shares how her work embodies the spirit of the ADA by using inclusive practices & ensuring everyone gets the support needed during emergencies https://t.co/Eq9BiR86bb