Pt Pintcast

Milica McDowell, DPT — clinic owner, professor, and now AVP of Education at USPH — joins Jimmy live from APTA CSM to make a bold claim:Most PTs are recommending the wrong shoes.In this episode:Why 10,000 steps is marketing, not medicineThe real step counts tied to longevity and mental healthWhy tapered toe boxes weaken feetThe concept of the “24-hour shoe clock”Why cushioned shoes in clinic may be a clinical liabilityIf you're a PT who cares about mobility, longevity, and biomechanics, this conversation matters.Milica’s Core MessageFunctional footwear is not a fashion preference.It’s a biomechanical responsibility.Resources???? Walk (Releases May 5, 2026) ???? milicamcdowell.com Follow: @gaithappens | @altrarunning | @vivobarefoot