Bridging Research and Practice: How Can You Implement Current Evidence?
Presented by J.J. Mowder-Tinney and Amy Yorke

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Audio Runtime: 49 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 21 Minutes
Dr. Amy Yorke, PT, PhD, board-certified clinical specialist in neurology, joins host J.J. Mowder-Tinney for an energizing discussion on what it really takes to move evidence into practice. Together, they explore the everyday barriers rehab professionals face, such as time, resources, and habits, and offer practical strategies to help you implement evidence without losing clinical creativity. With examples from Amy’s own work in a student-led pro bono clinic, you’ll walk away inspired to start small, think critically, and share what you learn. If you’ve ever felt the tug between research and real life, this episode is for you.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze current evidence on knowledge translation in rehabilitation practice
- Apply practical, evidence-based strategies to bridge the research-to-practice gap
- Implement clinical practice guidelines through real-world case scenarios
This is an audio-only course. Additional materials are available for download within the course. To receive continuing education credit, complete the course and the accompanying quiz.
Meet your instructors

J.J. Mowder-Tinney
Dr. J.J. Mowder-Tinney holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, a master of science in physical therapy from the University of Miami, and a doctorate in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. With nearly three decades of diverse clinical experience, her expertise…

Amy Yorke
Dr. Amy Yorke is a professor in the Physical Therapy Department at the University of Michigan-Flint. She received her BS in health science and master's degree in physical therapy from the University of Michigan-Flint and her PhD in interdisciplinary health sciences from Western Michigan University. She is board certified in…
Chapters & learning objectives

1. Bridging Research and Practice: How Can You Implement Current Evidence?
Dr. Amy Yorke joins host J.J. Mowder-Tinney to explore real-world strategies for bridging the gap between research and practice, offering practical tools to help rehab professionals implement evidence with confidence and creativity.
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