Heal Without Harm

In this podcast episode, Dr. Clayton Dir interviews Hanna Rosov, a personal trainer specializing in menopausal women. They discuss the gaps in medical advice for women experiencing menopause, the symptoms and challenges they face, and the importance of strength training and nutrition. Hanna shares her personal experiences and insights on anxiety, depression, and the role of hormone replacement the...

*GUEST APPEARANCE* In this special episode, I sit down with Jacob O’Connor on his podcast Real Conversations to dive deep into healing, recovery, and the life hacks that actually work. Jacob shares his own story of dealing with chronic upper back pain—and how he never knew physical therapy could be the solution until he experienced it firsthand. We talk about why so many people live with pain unne...

Most injuries aren’t freak accidents—they’re predictable. In this episode, I break down the real reason so many people get hurt when starting a new workout routine, returning to running, or jumping back into their sport. Hint: it’s not bad luck or a broken body. You’ll learn: Why “too much, too fast, after too little for too long” is the #1 injury pattern How to avoid the most common mistakes that...

In this episode of Heal Without Harm, we dive into the world of physical therapy evaluations, shedding light on what to expect and how this practice can serve as a vital solution for pain relief. Discover the flaws in our healthcare system that often overlook effective, natural alternatives and learn how physical therapy can promote longevity and wellness. We’ll share insights from clients who hav...

In this enlightening episode of Heal Without Harm, we explore the truth about pelvic floor dysfunction and its significant connection to overall pain relief and women's health. Join pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Kiersten Harris as she dispels common myths surrounding Kegels and explains how pelvic health impacts pain, intimacy, and everyday activities. We'll delve into essential topics like...

⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try WHOOP Free for 1 month  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- You've seen the videos—metal tools scraping skin, leaving red marks, and promising to “break up scar tissue.” But what’s really happening during Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM)? In this episode, we cut through the noise and break down what IASTM actually does (and doesn’t do)....

Rebekah Morse w/ Natural Wellness Nutrition Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Rebekah Morse, a certified nutrition coach at Natural Wellness Physiotherapy. In a world full of quick fixes and fad diets, Beka shares her insights on building sustainable wellness through personalized nutrition and coaching. Discover the importance of nourishing habits, the role of behavior chang...

⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Been told you have hip bursitis? You might be chasing the wrong problem. In this episode, PT Clayton Dir breaks down what bursitis really is, why gluteal tendinopathy is often the real cause of your pain, and what actually works to get you stronger and out of pain. Before you get another cortisone shot...

⁠Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠⁠ Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Tired of being told you're "fine" when you know you're not thriving? If you've bounced from doctor to doctor without real answers—or avoided medical visits because you expect to be dismissed—you’re not alone. In this empowering episode, Dr. David Hellman—Medical Director at BeautyDot in Wichita, KS—joins...

“Your labs are normal.” If you’ve heard that but still feel exhausted, stressed, sleepless, or just not like yourself —you’re not alone. And you’re not crazy. Dr. Angela Moore was a conventional doctor who saw too many women dismissed, unheard, and underserved. So she left the system and built something better. In this episode, Dr. Moore shares why most traditional bloodwork misses key hormone imb...

Brooke Siem took 32,760 psychiatric pills before realizing the truth: none of them ever healed her. In this gripping episode, TheDocDir talks with Brooke—author of May Cause Side Effects —about being medicated with Prozac as a child, staying on antidepressants for 15 years, and the brutal reality of coming off them. She opens up about the emotional numbing, loss of identity, and the withdrawal sym...

Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠⁠ Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Think you “slipped a disc”? Think again. In this solo episode of Heal Without Harm , physical therapist and movement expert Dr. Clayton Dir PT, DPT debunks the biggest myths about back pain, MRIs, and so-called “disc issues.” You’ll learn why imaging often leads people down the wrong path, how strength—not su...

Submit a Topic or Guest Request here⁠ Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Still resting an injury the old-fashioned way? It's time for an upgrade. In this episode of Heal Over Harm, we dive into why the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is outdated - and how the PEACE and LOVE approach leads to faster, smarter recovery. Learn why too much rest can actually delay heal...

Submit a Topic or Guest Request here Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- On this episode of Heal Without Harm , we unpack four foundational pillars that play a critical role in helping your body heal, thrive, and age well—yet most people overlook them or misunderstand their importance. Whether you’re struggling with chronic pain, low energy, inflammation, or just want to feel better ever...

Submit a Topic or Guest Request Here!! Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- In this episode of Heal Without Harm , we sit down with Mai Han Mijares —a powerhouse mom, nurse, coach, and multi-time Strongman and Powerlifting national/world champion . Her story? Wild. After being told she needed knee surgery and struggling to box squat just 135 pounds in pain , Mai took a different path. She...

Why would a successful trauma and hospitalist Physician Assistant walk away from mainstream medicine? In this episode, I sit down with Elyse Jablonski , former PA-C turned fitness entrepreneur , who shares her powerful journey from burnout in the hospital to founding WeRide , Wichita’s first rhythmic cycling studio. Elyse opens up about the emotional toll of working on the front lines of healthcar...

Interviewed by a future PT Student at Wichita State University, listen in on the different lessons learned as a PT and what all went into finding this field -- Please subscribe to not miss a show, leave a review to help us grow , and share it with other like-minded friends! ! Dr. Clayton Dir DPT (The Doc Dir) Instagram - @TheDocDir TikTok - @TheDocDir Try WHOOP Free for 1 month ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ Main Page...

Dry needling is nothing new, but the approaches continue to improve. Dry needling can treat: • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Shoulder and arm pain • Knee Pain • Calf and foot pain • Plantar Fasciitis • Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome • Shin Splints • Headaches and Migraines • Impingement pain and frozen Shoulder • Tendinitis • Neuromuscular Weakness • Radiculopathy Listen in to find out what to expect and...

Madison "Madi" Jenkins is a powerlifting coach, personal trainer, and owner of Grit & Grace Training (G&G Training) , Derby’s first family-owned 24/7 gym. She holds a Bachelor's in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology from Wichita State University, where she was also a cheerleader. A certified trainer since 2018, Madi specializes in ladies who want to transform their l...

Jenny Helms went from being a therapy skeptic to owning the largest practice in Kansas with 6 clinics across the state. She is leading the charge in Wichita with Ketamine-assisted therapy and will be back on the podcast soon to discuss this in depth! This podcast covers the need for finding the root cause of trauma and chronic physical pain and the connection between the two. Anyone who listens wi...

Owner of NPWR Training, David Akao, discusses his impact on the youth in Wichita, KS. He has a specialty for helping underdogs cut from the team come back to gain scholarships to play at the next level. Coaches and Trainers, please listen in as well to hear how he grew from a YMCA trainer to a full fledge business owner that has grown over 100% this past year. The Heal Without Harm mission is to f...

You may have received this podcast from a loved one who wants you to know that there are other options out there. It's not just DRUGS, INJECTIONS, and SURGERY as options. Most shoulder pain is 100% solvable with GOOD physical therapy. Listen now to hear what those options are... Shoulder Exercise #1 Shoulder Exercise #2 Shoulder Self-STM The Heal Without Harm mission is to find more people frustra...

Kellie Chastain CHNC and CEO of Evolve Healthcare of Kansas has 30 years of experience in healthcare, a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Fort Hays State University, and a Master’s of Business Administration from Chadron State University. She started her healthcare career as a medical records clerk and since then has served in many leadership positions ranging from Director of Revenue Cyc...

Kalene Hoffmann is a rag to riches story, but replace it with unhealthy habits to health and wealth. She grew up with extremely unhealthy habits, had a doctor who is now in PRISON due to over-prescribing of drugs, went through many unhealthy habits during her bikini-show era, and has so many lessons to share. She truly built the healthy lifestyle she has now and is proof that you can too. Listen i...

Laurie Spence - gym owner, yoga instructor , rebound instructor, tanganyika connoisseur, and all-natural enthusiast Today’s discussion provides a lot to learn about not giving in to the conveniences of our modern era. The Heal without Harm mission is to find more people frustrated with sub-par care, and bring in better guests to join the mission to build a better system Please subscribe to not mis...