Heal Without Harm

Physical therapist Dr. Clayton Dir continues the Four Pillars of Health series with Nutrition—showing you how to make eating feel simple, satisfying, and sustainable by focusing on what to put on your plate, not what to cut out. You will learn how to set a realistic calorie target, build meals around an ideal-bodyweight-based protein goal, and easily reach 20–30 grams of fiber per day so you stay...

PART 1 - of a 4 part series! Physical therapist Dr. Clayton Dir PT, DPT launches the Four Pillars of Health series with Exercise—your non-negotiable key to killing chronic pain, boosting joint strength, and unlocking a longer healthspan. Discover why "rest if it hurts" robs your future mobility, and get the simple 2-3x weekly strength + cardio blueprint busy adults use to reclaim stairs,...

In this episode of  Heal Without Harm , physical therapist Dr. Clayton Dir walks you through what most people get wrong when they’re searching for help with knee, hip, back, neck, and other joint pain—and what actually matters when choosing a provider. Instead of guessing between your primary care doctor, orthopedist, chiropractor, or PT, you’ll discover a clearer way to decide who should be your...

Elbow pain that just won’t quit? This episode of Heel Without Harm breaks down exactly what’s going on with tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, and that stubborn “mystery” elbow ache that seems to show up out of nowhere. Dr. Clayton Dir, physical therapist, explains why rest, ice, and braces rarely fix the problem long term and why your shoulder, neck, and triceps might be the real culprits. You’ll lear...

In this episode of Heal Without Harm, physical therapist Dr. Clayton Dir breaks down four simple but powerful longevity tests that reveal far more than your latest lab report. From carrying your body weight to hanging from a bar, testing your VO2 tolerance, and getting off the floor without using your hands, you’ll discover how these abilities predict independence, resilience, and quality of life...

⁠⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thinking about getting an MRI because nothing is improving? In this episode, I break down why pain often persists after a bad diagnosis—and how getting a second PT opinion can finally give you real answers. Learn what to do when PT isn’t working, how to avoid unnecessary MRIs, and how the right physical therapist can identify the true cause of your pain...

⁠⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Struggling with neck pain, shoulder tension, or headaches that keep coming back — no matter how much you stretch, massage, or take meds? This episode breaks down the real root causes doctors often miss… and the simple fixes that finally bring relief. You’ll learn: 🤕 Why neck pain, shoulder pain, and headaches are usually the SAME problem 💪 The #1 musc...

⁠⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Struggling with back, hip, knee, or shoulder pain that just won’t go away? In this episode, Dr. Clayton Dir, Physical Therapist, breaks down why seeing a PT first is the fastest, safest, and most effective way to fix pain without medications, injections, or surgery . You’ll learn: Why most people waste months starting their pain journey in the wrong plac...

⁠⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you’re raising a young athlete, this episode is a must-listen. We’re breaking down the hidden signs of overtraining in youth sports and pulling back the curtain on what really goes into training adaptive athletes. No spoilers—just enough to make you realize there’s a lot more happening behind the scenes than most parents ever hear about. 🎧 What You’l...

⁠⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Heal Without Harm , we’re busting some of the biggest fitness myths that keep people stuck, scared, or sidelined 💪 Here’s what you’ll learn 👇 🦵 The truth about “knees over toes” — and why letting them go forward can actually protect your joints 🦴 What degenerative disc disease really means (and why it’s not a death sentence for you...

As insurance continues to worsen, is the health insurance that your job offers really that great of a benefit? What if your employer directly paid for your physical therapy and pain-relief? What if you didn't pay a dime when you got hurt, and the whole process was streamlined? Listen in as I present on the Workforce Wellness Program Please subscribe to not miss a show,  leave a review to help...

LISTEN IN to my guest lecture @ Wichita State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program If you've ever wondered "what is dry needling? What's dry needling for? What can dry needling treat?" This episode may be the one for you! If you are a physical therapist or a student physical therapist, you will take a personal interest as well! Please subscribe to not miss a show,  leave...

⁠⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Drew Walters - ICT Insurance ICT Insurance Website Phone - (316) 440-6111 Email - info@ictinsurance.com Confused by health insurance? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Drew Walters of ICT Insurance Group to explain how health insurance really works — why it’s so expensive, why you get billed by multiple providers, and how to choose the r...

Knee Pain Protocol

⁠Join the Party! -- Skool Group ⁠ Ever tried fixing your aches with Google or YouTube? 🤔 Sometimes it works… sometimes it makes things worse. In this episode, we break down why guessing isn’t enough and why your body deserves a professional touch . 🎧 Inside this episode: Why your shoulder, back, or knee pain isn’t just “bad luck” 🦵 The real reason YouTube stretches and TikTok drills don’t alway...

Dalanna Hanson, Kansas’ first certified orofacial myologist and founder of Myofunctional Therapy of Kansas . Since 2014, she’s been helping kids and adults breathe better, sleep deeper, and live healthier—without relying on band-aids like braces, CPAP machines, or endless night guards. We dive into: Why mouth breathing isn’t “just normal”—and how it affects your jaw, sleep, and attention. The surp...

Most women are told that pain is “just part of being a woman.” 😣 Painful sex, uncomfortable pap smears, leaking when you laugh, heaviness after childbirth… all written off as “normal.” But what if it’s not? In this episode of Heal Without Harm , Rachael Staudt (from Hulu’s Are You My First? ) and pelvic floor expert Dr. Kiersten Harris, PT, DPT break open a conversation that rarely makes it to th...

Everyone thinks pain comes from “bad posture.” But what if I told you that’s not the real story? 👀 In this episode, I reveal: • Why “perfect posture” doesn’t exist • The overlooked reason sitting all day makes you hurt • A simple reframe that could change how you move forever Your best posture? It’s probably not what you think.

Join my Skool Community Here⁠  <-- The easiest way to reach your goals! Can you really overcome decades of meds, gut pain, and even spinal injuries—without surgery? Matt Magnuson did. In this episode, Matt shares:✅ Why motivation always fades, but discipline keeps you moving.✅ The food and lifestyle shifts that erased years of allergies and gut pain.✅ How he turned a near career-ending accid...

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Join my Skool Community Here  <-- The easiest way to reach your goals! Heel pain keeping you off your feet? You’ve probably heard “it’s plantar fasciitis,” but here’s the truth: only about 5% of people who think they have plantar fasciitis actually do. In this episode, Dr. Clayton Derr sits down with Dr. Allison Bullinger, physical therapist and running specialist, to unpack the most common myt...

⁠ IG - Kate Jones ⁠⁠ ⁠IG - ⁠ Foundations Fitness Join my Skool Community Here  <-- The easiest way to reach your goals! Pain ≠ Damage: Rebuild Strength & Confidence After Injury 💪🧠🔥 In this episode of Heal Without Harm , Dr. Clayton Dir teams up with Kate Jones — owner of Foundations Fitness & head powerlifting coach at Friends University — to bust myths about pain and prove your bod...

Join my Skool Community Here  <-- The easiest way to reach your goals! In this explosive episode of Heal Without Harm , Dr. Clayton Dir sits down with Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz , co-hosts of The Gaslit Truth , to expose one of the biggest myths in mental health—the so-called chemical imbalance theory. 🧠💊 The shocking truth? It was never proven . Yet it became Big Pharma’s pe...

Still stretching your hamstrings with no pain relief? There’s a reason it’s not working — and it’s not what you think. In this short solo episode, Dr. Clayton Dir unpacks the real reason your body stays tight, your mobility stays stuck, and your pain keeps lingering… no matter how much you stretch. If you're chasing flexibility, injury prevention, or lasting pain relief — this one might change the...

You’re doing “all the right things.” Saunas. Collagen. Cold plunges. Red light. And yet… you’re still in pain. Still exhausted. Still stuck. In this episode, Dr. Clayton Dir reveals the real reason so many women are spinning their wheels with wellness. Spoiler: It’s not your fault. You were never taught the basics. If you're tired of chasing the next trend and ready for lasting results — this is y...