Freedom Talks

In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden, sits down with Mike Karegeannes, owner and PT at Freedom Physical Therapy Services. Mike is a highly accomplished TMD Specialist with exceptional certifications in head, neck, and jaw. He discusses how he got into treating temporomandibular disorders and how that has expanded as his practice grows. He also travels the world teaching his level I and...

In this episode of Freedom Talks, host, Joe Ogden, speaks with Charlie Coenen. Charlie joined Freedom PT Services a couple of months ago and sits down to talk about how he got into Physical Therapy. They discuss the clinicals Charlie participated in that gave him invaluable experience to help him to be the PT he is today. Joe and Charlie also touch on endurance sport athletes. 

In this episode of Freedom Talks, Drs. Joe Ogden(host) and Trenton Rehman sit down to talk with Dr. Jonathan Stone from Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital. They talk about his orthopedic and trauma caseload, athroscopy, joint replacements, and pickleball injuries. Listen in how collaboration between the orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist can help you meet and exceed your goals.

In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden sits down with owner, Michael Karegeannes. They begin by stepping back into time to learn about how Freedom Physical Therapy Services came to be and how it has expanded to span the Greater Milwaukee area present day. Mike and Joe also talk about Private Practice PT pros and cons, including insurance differences. 

In this Freedom Talks Short Episode, Joe Ogden discusses the different Men's Health issues that Physical Therapy can treat. From bladder urgency, pelvic pain, and bowel disorders, there are many different issues that can be helped through Physical Therapy.

In this episode of Freedom Talks,  host Joe Ogden sits down to speak with Molly Rittberg, Physical Therapist and LSVT-BIG Parkinson's therapist. They discuss what Molly does when she works with patients who have Parkinson's Disease. Listen in to learn about Parkinson's treatment.

In this Freedom Talks short episode, Joe discusses one of the challenges to the Freedom Fitness Challenge 2024, motivation. Regardless if you are partly through the goal you set, haven't started, or are struggling to keep up with it, take a listen to hear how Joe is motivating us all for 2024.

In this short episode of Freedom Talks, host, Joe Ogden, discusses the nutrition basics that he uses with his patients whether they are recovering from injury, take their athleticism to the next level, or just live more healthy.

In this episode, Wes Kokott and Joe Ogden recap their first podcast together on the research Wes is a part of involving pitchers and lower body strength. They also discuss the athlete and the rehab challenges they see, not only getting the player functional, but back on the field.

In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden, sits down to talk with Megan Ludke, founder of Live Recovered. In this episode, they focus on the non-profit Live Recovered that Megan started. They talk about disordered eating and body image both in the athlete and non-athlete.  For more information about Live Recovered: https://www.liverecovered.org/

In this Freedom Talks Short episode, Joe Ogden, Doctor of Physical Therapy, stresses the importance of a regular PT check-up. PT check-ups are cost effective, can keep you feeling healthy, and prevent injuries from happening. Like a regular check-up with your physician, or dentist, a regular check-up with your PT can keep you feeling strong and moving well for a long time.

In this episode, Joe Ogden host of Freedom Talks, talks with Abby Olcott. Abby is a registered dietitian passionate about the intersection of nutrition for sports performance and intuitive eating. Abby has experience working with youth, collegiate, and professional athletes as well as adult and adolescent eating disorder patients at multiple levels of care. Abby's goal for all of her sessions is t...

In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden, talks with Spencer Tredo, Physical Therapist at the Freedom PT Services Grafton location. They discuss how Spencer got started in PT and all of the different settings he has worked in. Learn about the holistic and functional health approach that Spencer takes when he treats patients.

In this episode, host Joe Ogden, talks with Nina Olson, Freedom PT Services Pelvic Floor Specialist. Nina is a top pelvic health therapist and discusses the different diagnoses she frequently treats. They talk about the need for an increase in awareness for pelvic health therapy and how helpful it can be throughout all stages of life. Pelvic health therapy is for both women and men and can treat a...

In this episode, Joe Odgen, Physical Therapist, discusses a frequently asked question in the clinic, " should I wait for a joint replacement?" Joe talks about the pros and cons of waiting and not waiting to for surgery. If you are uncertain whether you should get that knee, shoulder, or hip done, take a listen. If you are still not sure, schedule your appointment with a PT to help you decide what...

In this Freedom Talks Short, Host, Joe Ogden, talks about when and why you may utilize a Physical Therapist. Physical Therapy is not always just for after you are injured or after surgery. Physical Therapy can be used proactively to help improve wellness, health, and function. Learn more about why you may want to utilize a Physical Therapist today!

This week, Jeff Verhagen joins host, Joe Ogden. They discuss Jeff's osteopathic approach to treating the body and how it is different than how others treat. Jeff also creates custom orthotics and talks about the importance of correctly fitting inserts. Jeff has been with Freedom for 19 years and is an integral part to the company and team! 

In this week's episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden, sits down to talk with Adrienne Loukopoulos, Occupational Therapist. They talk about how Adrienne started with Freedom, before she was an OT. They also talk about her pending Certified Hand Therapist test and how she is preparing for it. 

In this podcast, host, Joe Ogden, takes you through how to reach your goals. This begins with planning. Listen and follow along as Joe takes you through his journey and how he setting his goals. He talks about mapping out your obstacles, being flexible, and how to push through hard things.

In this Freedom Talks Short Episode, Joe Ogden takes you through 4 tips to recover effectively. Sleep, diet/nutrients, recovery methods, and time off are all part of recovery. Listen to learn how to most effectively improve and enhance your body for optimal recovery function.

Host, Joe Ogden, sits down with Mike Verplancke on this week's Freedom Talks Episode. Mike Verplancke has been with Freedom Physical Therapy Services for 19 years! He is the Grafton Clinic Manager and one of only a few Craniofacial Certified therapists in the country. Joe and Mike discuss Mike's path in the Physical Therapy field and Mike's current patient load. They also discuss the advantages to...

In this episode of Freedom Talks, Host, Joe Ogden, talks with Mukwonago Freedom Physical Therapy Services Manager, Wes Kokott. In addition to being a Physical Therapist, Wes Kokott has devoted his time to baseball biomechanics reasearch. Wes is currently working with Dr. Janelle Cross, of the Medical College of Wisconsin to help in improving the health of overhead athletes. More information on the...

In this Freedom Talks Short, Host, Joe Ogden introduces the Freedom Fitness Challenge 2024. This health and wellness challenge encourages you to set a goal for yourself for 2024 in the health/fitness/wellness realm. Commit to walking 1 mile 3 times a week, cooking a healthy meal 1 time a week, limiting fast food to 1 time a month, stretching 4 days a week, getting in the pool to exercise 1 time a...

In this episode of Freedom Talks, Host, Joe Ogden, talks with Erin Bafunno, assistant manager at the Fox Point clinic. Erin has known she was going to be a Physical Therapist since 7th grade and talks with Joe about how she became interested in the profession. They also discuss how teaching at the Marquette University DPT program has kept her knowledge and skills sharp. A specialty that not many o...

In this episode of Freedom Talks, Joe talks with Megan Ludke, pediatric PT and founder of LiveRecovered. Megan works in the school system with pediatric patients. She also devotes her time to LiveRecovered.org, a non-profit group that shines a light in the darkness of eating disorders, helping others to live recovered.  For more information on her non-profit, check out Liverecovered.org