Struggling with test anxiety or confidence? Welcome to the PTA Clinical Files Podcast, your go-to resource for mastering the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam (NPTE-PTA) with confidence. Hosted by Dr. Kyle Rice, a PT and test coach who has helped 10's of thousands of PTs and PTAs worldwide. This podcast delivers actionable strategies, question breakdowns, and proven study techniques to help you pass. If you're ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start preparing with purpose, you're in the right place. Let’s get you licensed!
NPTE-PTA Clinical Files | Physical Therapy
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Struggling with test anxiety or confidence? Welcome to the PTA Clinical Files Podcast, your go-to resource for mastering the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam (NPTE-PTA) with confidence. Hosted by Dr. Kyle Rice, a PT and test coach who has helped 10's of thousands of PTs and PTAs worldwide. This podcast delivers actionable strategies, question breakdowns, and proven study techniques to help you pass. If you're ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start preparing with purpose, you're in the right place. Let’s get you licensed!
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May 4, 2026
Man Behind The Mission Part I - Dr. Kyle Rice
<p>In this unique episode, Dr. Rice, the host of the PTA Clinical Files, shares his standardized testing journey along with his revelations. This episode is a vulerable microscope into the struggles, fears, and pain associated with failure. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you are looking for a different approach to your NPTE preparation, visit <a href="https://www.ptahustle.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.ptahustle.com</a> to learn more. </p>
April 27, 2026
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
<p>Struggling with tons of readings and big books? Download my Top 5 NPTE-PTA Cheatsheets here: <a href="https://ptahustle.com/pta-free-cheatsheets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://ptahustle.com/pta-free-cheatsheets</a></p><p><br></p><p>Helen presents with numbness and tingling in her upper extremity, symptoms that worsen with overhead activity, and a forward head and rounded shoulder posture. The patient also reports difficulty gripping objects. The supervising PT diagnoses thoracic outlet syndrome. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate for the PTA to implement?</p><p><br></p><p>A. Strengthening of the pectoralis major and minor</p><p>B. Postural correction with scapular retraction exercises</p><p>C. Strengthening of the serratus anterior</p><p>D. Wrist flexor stretching and grip strengthening</p><p><br></p><p>Still getting down to the final two answers and selecting the wrong one? It's likely that question interpretation is keeping you from becoming licensed. Learn how we help PTAs pass the NPTE here: <a href="https://www.ptahustle.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.ptahustle.com</a></p>
April 20, 2026
Shoulder Data Collection (MSK)
<p>Still getting down to the final two answers and selecting the wrong one? It's likely that question interpretation is keeping you from becoming licensed. Learn how we help PTAs pass the NPTE here: <a href="https://www.ptahustle.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.ptahustle.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Jessie is reviewing an evaluation record. The supervising PT describes impaired ability to reach behind the back to fasten clothing and impaired posterior shoulder mobility. Which of the following is the MOST important for the PTA to collect for data:<br>A. Shoulder flexion ROM <br>B. Shoulder internal rotation ROM<br>C. Elbow flexion MMT <br>D. Shoulder external rotation ROM </p><p><br></p><p>Struggling with tons of readings and big books? Download my Top 5 NPTE-PTA Cheatsheets here: <a href="https://ptahustle.com/pta-free-cheatsheets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://ptahustle.com/pta-free-cheatsheets</a></p>
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