Direct Access to Oxford Physical Therapy

We will be back in the New Year! Please remember to like & subscribe to receive reminders when our next episode airs to make sure you don't miss what's next on the Direct Access to Oxford PT podcast! Did you know that you don’t need a doctor’s prescription to receive physical therapy? The laws of Direct Access allow you to receive physical therapy without a referral and still use you...

Matt and Allie dive into this month's Clinical Corner article and resume the pop quiz for all physical therapists/ PT students out there! Hope this one doesn't get on your NERVE ;) Listen to how well this month's article perfectly sums up the practices Oxford PT's clinicians have implemented since the ConEd course they completed in October/November. Did you get the answer right...

Just like all other sports- equestrians put their bodies through a lot of stress and get injured too! After a community event with Miami University, Matt and Allie reached out to equestrian, Catherine W, to talk about what all goes into staying safe on horse back. Did you know that you don’t need a doctor’s prescription to receive physical therapy? The laws of Direct Access allow you to receive ph...

Matt and Allie finally get to introduce this season's Con Ed instructor to the podcast! Highly anticipated guest Matt Lee joins us on this episode to talk about his career and how he became the successful Con Ed instructor he is today, His passion for helping others is what drives him as he spreads the word and the newest techniques in physical therapy. Listen as he draws on his own experienc...

Joining Matt and Allie for another episode, Beacon Orthopaedics'  Dr. John Larkin explains new technologies in cartilage regeneration and how it could save you from needing a total knee replacement in the future. Listen as Dr. Larkin dives into great detail to explain how the cartilage can get injured or damaged, signs of arthritis, and the procedures used to cultivate new cartilage using you...

Happy Thanksgiving! Matt and Allie start this episode with a quiz! Matt dives into Oxford PT's November Clinical Corner article and shares his thoughts on the study and why it is important for the company and all clinicians to stay informed and educated on the newest techniques and findings. Stay tuned- the quiz answer is revealed at the end of the episode. Also, Matt and Allie talk about Tha...

Can you believe it? The Direct Access to Oxford Physical Therapy Podcast turns 1 year old today! Matt and Allie talk about everything that went into starting this podcast, including the struggles and great success they've experienced along the way. Hear what's to come for future episodes and ideas to keep the conversation fun! Can you guess what their favorite episodes are?  Help the Dir...

Are you someone who thought "rest is the key to recovery" ? Think again! Listen as Matt and Allie have a conversation with clinic manager, Chris Reis, about some of the new studies that have come out about putting your muscles to work to recover quicker. Having trouble lifting heavy objects or even your children? Hear why some common strength exercises like squats and deadlifting could b...

Matt and Allie talk about the most recent ConEd course Oxford PT held for its clinicians. Hear about the new techniques for cervical and upper lumbar pain/injuries our staff learned from host speaker Matt Lee. As a two- part series, our clinicians look forward to the next course to go over the lower lumbar and lower extremities next month. Did you know that Oxford's physical therapists are tr...

In this episode, Matt and Allie speak to patient Matt Wieland about his experience running the Boston Marathon and the impact Direct Access had in making it possible. Hear about his past injuries and the treatments he received while visiting Oxford PT to keep him running.  Listen as he explains how he tried to self- diagnose his injury and lost 8 weeks of training! Matt now knows he can come strai...

In this episode Matt and Allie talk with Dr. Robert Pettit, orthopedic surgeon with Beacon Orthopaedics. Learn more about the cutting edge technology of robotics used in surgery as well as cartilage restoration and Dr. Pettit's background in the field.  Hear about Dr. Pettit's previous experience in physical therapy as Matt's patient, and how it formed his interests in knee and shou...

October is National Physical Therapy Month! In this episode, Matt and Allie speak to physical therapist, Kayla Eiben, about her experiences in undergrad, working as a tech at Oxford PT, graduating with her doctorate of physical therapy, up to today working as a DPT! You will hear about how she decided PT was right for her along with inspiring stories about why she loves being a physical therapist!...

Are you or someone you know suffering from pain in the big toe? Are bunions or hammer-toes genetic in your family? Does your athlete suffer from turf toe? Listen as Matt and Allie speak with Dr. Michael Kiehl about the big toe, how it gets injured, how it can be treated, and what to expect for recovery. While it seems like a small problem- it can cause major pain in your everyday life!  Did you kn...

As a follow up to previous episodes with OrthoCincy's Dr. Timothy Burns- Matt and Allie join him on a deep dive into the precautions parents and their children need to take as they choose to specialize in one sport. Did you know early specialization in one sport is more likely to cause stress fractures and early burnout for your child? Learn how your child can improve in their preferred sport...

Are you or someone you know expecting to undergo spinal fusion surgery in the future? Listen as Matt explains what it is, how it's done, and how someone could possibly prevent needing the surgery with physical therapy! Learn how the procedure has evolved, what to expect pre and post-op, and hear some at- home tricks to protect your back! Remember to subscribe, rate and leave a review! Let Mat...

After being informed that a major insurance provider sent out a notice to it's policy holders encouraging them to choose private practice physical therapy- Matt needed to spread the news! That's right, Matt is back from a well deserved vacation and is here to give our listeners the inside scoop on what this means for them and/or what it could mean for them in the future. Insurance provid...

While our Host Matt is out of town- Cohost Allie talks with Dustin Gibson and patient, Sharry, at our Montgomery Center. You'll learn about Sharry's past injuries and why she continues to choose Oxford PT. Hear about how she even tried external sources to fix her injuries and the results from those visits ! Spoiler alert... not good! Did you know that you don’t need a doctor’s prescripti...

Everyone remembers exactly where they were the day the Twin Towers were attacked on September 11th, 2001.  Listen as Matt and Allie speak with Lesley Allen about the upcoming 20th Anniversary Memorial event held in Crescent Springs, NKY. Hear all about the story of Firefighter Stephen Siller and his heroic attempt to rescue victims and other first responders after running 3 miles from the Brooklyn...

Nothing to be scared about here! Listen as returning guest, Charley Meade PT DPT ATC COMT, explains everything there is to know about Blood Flow Restriction Training and how it can be applied in Physical Therapy.  This is not just for the body builders and power lifters out there- learn how BFR can be used on any person in need of strengthening their muscles, like after an injury or surgery! Also...

Kids are going back to school and fall sports are in full swing! Listen as returning guest, Dr. Timothy Burns from OrthoCincy explains the warning signs of underlying injuries your child may experience as they return to their favorite sport this season.  Did you know your child should play less than 8 straight months of one sport in a year? Constant overuse of the same muscles may stunt your child...

In this episode Matt and Allie talk to Pete Zulia and Frank DeJulius as they recap the Huggins Homecoming Event, a successful cancer research fundraiser held June 13/14th 2021. Hear all about how the idea came to light, how Pete and his wife Linda were the driving force behind it all, and the major support Frank, his wife, and their company Fleet Feet Cincinnati had in this event. With family ties...

Matt and Allie dive into what patients can expect before, during and after rotator cuff surgery. Have you thought about how you plan to sleep or change clothes after surgery? Learn some interesting tips and tricks to stay comfortable and keep the area protected post-op. Did you know you can start your recovery one or two days after you receive surgery? Starting PT early can get you back into the s...

Are you a PT student gearing up to start your first clinical rotation? Do you feel nervous or unprepared? Listen as Matt and Allie talk to Ken Rusche, Co-founding partner and ACCE for Oxford PT and everything he has to share about giving students all the information they'll need to feel confident walking into their first clinical. Also- stay tuned to hear from Lauren, a current PT student fro...

Listen as Dr. Larkin, orthopedic surgeon with Beacon Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, explains all the advancements made in knee replacement surgeries over the years. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Larkin knows all the best tips and tricks on how to prepare for knee replacement surgery and what you can expect post- op. Did you know most knee replacement surgeries can be done within 45 min...

Now that you have learned a bit about Industrial Rehab, Work Conditioning, Work Hardening & FCE's from our past episode with Roche Croy- listen as past patient and Firefighter, Ethan Klussman, was able to get back to the line of duty serving the community after he was injured at work.  You'll hear how Ethan was introduced to physical therapy and the struggle it was for him to realize...