Pivot Point

Pivot Point of View

Health UND ↓ 137 episodes

Becky Pearson, MPT, LAPT, CERP, has been treating human patients with physical therapy since 1996. She obtained her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Findaly, Findlay, Ohio, in 2005 and opened her own private practice in Broken Bow, Nebraska, in 2011. Over the years and seeing the benefits from physical therapy on people, she knew the same techniques could help the equine athletes. She spent years of studying, observing, competing, and living within the horse world and completed the Equine Physical Rehabilitation Certification Program at the University of Tennessee Col...

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Pivot Point

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pivotpointequine.com

Latest episode

Apr 8, 2026

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Episodes

37. Mother Daughter Barrel Racing Trio 26.04.2022

We were recently asked to answer some questions for Cowboy News about being a “Mother Daughter Barrel Racing Trio”. We talk about how the girls got started barrel racing, which one of us needs “buffered” when coaching the others, and suggestions for parents as they help their kids progress in their horsemanship journey. Find more content like this and helpful information about Equine and Rider Reh...

36. Farley Schweighart 30.03.2022

In this episode, Becky is joined by a fellow Physical Therapist who shares her love of the two and four legged patients. Farley is a physical therapist who helps riders and their horses heal from injury, improve performance and return to winning. She founded rider’s Edge Therapy & Wellness because of her frustration that the horse and rider team weren’t being addressed. Her love for improving...

Despite a Navicular Bone fracture – Twice is Back! 15.03.2022

After five long months of rehab we’ve finally got Emma’s barrels and poles horse back into competition shape. Pretty amazing considering she was lame in September due to a navicular fracture, right?! YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/7sKrz2qBlSk Website: http://www.pivotpointequine.com Physical Therapy Clinic: http://www.pearsonpt.com Online Courses: http://pivotpointequine.teachable.com #horsephy...

34. Nathan King and “Hooch”: Dog Lovers -This One’s for You! 17.11.2021

After suffering a vertebral fracture when the semi-truck he was driving rolled over, Nathan’s life changed dramatically. Here is his story and how he has battled against back pain and a sensory processing disorder that developed after his accident. He is now starting his own braiding business and talks about how his service dog “Hooch” helps him cope. Check out his Instagram account at dogue_daze...

33. Tucker: Cutting Horse Rehab 10.11.2021

Hear the story of “Tucker” who recently joined our family to be rehabbed and brought back to the cutting pen to teach Emma and Gracie the finer points of cutting and is Emma’s go to horse when the cattle are tough.

32. How we handled our horse’s fracture. 26.10.2021

In this episode, Becky and Emma discuss their mare, Twice is Special, and her recent injury where she suffered a navicular fracture. They discuss the initial care after injury, diagnosis, vet care, and initial rehab process.

31. What is Equine PT? 16.10.2021

In this episode, Becky describes what equine PT is and introduces you to her and her family. She also dives into the newest platform of information and entertainment that she has been working on. Check out our new YouTube channel, “Pivot Point Equine and Rider Rehab” for video content of this and many more bonus footage, showing you what an equine PT does.

30: Equine Stifle Rehab 26.07.2021

In this episode Becky and Emma sit down and discuss equine stifle rehab and the benefits of using rehab to help your horse’s stifle health. They discuss the contents and application of the stifle rehab course located on www.pivotpointequine.teachable.com

29. Horse and Rider Health and Wellness Tips for Road Warriors 16.06.2021

Becky talks about ways to keep you and your horse healthy when you are traveling. For more exercises for yourself and your horse, check out our online courses at https://pivotpointequine.teachable.com/

28. Phil Haugen Horsemanship 30.04.2021

After hosting a Phil Haugen Horsemanship clinic, Becky, Emma, and Gracie sit down with Phil and recap the clinic as he shares some insights on ways to improve your communication with your horse.

27. Dr. W. Lee Warren 16.04.2021

Neurosurgeon and author Dr. W. Lee Warren joins Becky today for a conversation about his practice of neurosurgery, as well as his talent for writing and podcasting. Dr. Warren talks about how his faith and how his gift of sharing his faith has helped him and his family through the hardest time of their lives as they lost their son.

26. Joint Injections 08.04.2021

Joint injections can be very helpful, but they are not an end all, be all solution to joint pain and dysfunction. In this episode, Becky describes what more you can do for yourself or your horse that has had joint injections recommended as the next step in managing joint pain.

25. Finding Your Passion Through Coaching with Steve Thompson 01.04.2021

Sit in and listen as Becky visits with Steve Thompson, PT and business coach, about how to discover your purpose and passion in your business and your life.

24. Shoes – The good, The Bad, and The Ugly. 18.03.2021

How do you know what the best type of shoe is for your foot and your activity? Do you have super flat feet? or really high arches? These two foot types require very different types of shoes. Listen to Becky’s advice on finding the best shoe for your type of foot.

23. Kickin’ Incontinence 11.03.2021

Do you leak a little when you sneeze or cough? Do you make a great barrel racing run, then have to run to the trailer to change? Then listen up – it doesn’t have to be a natural part of aging!

22. Solid In The Saddle 28.01.2021

Today Becky talks about a program we offer online for riders to help them manage their pain and build strength so that they can ride better, faster, and with less pain. You can find these online courses at pivotpointequine. com under the “Classes” tab.

21. Finding the feel in 2020 04.01.2021

In this episode Becky is joined with her daughter Emma to talk about developing feel and recap 2020.

20. Back Pain and Sciatica 12.11.2020

Becky gives a quick look into the causes of back pain and sciatica, while offering some solutions to manage your pain without pain meds or surgery.

19. Direct Primary Care: You can have a personal relationship with your doctor again through DPC. 27.10.2020

Do you long the for “good old days” of healthcare when you could actually talk to your doctor any time of the day? Are you wanting a doctor that knows who you are personally? Listen up to find out what direct primary care is, and how it might be right for you.

18. What can PT do for me? 20.10.2020

October is Physical Therapy month and Becky Sat down with Andrew Mason, PT to chat about all the different things that PT can help with, such as headaches, dizziness, foot pain, back pain, pelvic weakness and instability and so much more!

17. Horsemanship with Kisha Zieffle 13.10.2020

Are you getting tipped forward in your turns? Hitting barrels? Have trouble with ground conditions? Or are you a parent of a youth barrel racer? This podcast is for you! We sit down and talk about these topics and many more.

16. Neck Pain and Dry Needling with Kisha Zieffle 13.10.2020

Do you have neck pain and headaches? We discuss the use of dry needling to treat neck pain and headaches.

15. Lets talk foot pain! Plantar Fasciitis to be exact 03.09.2020

This week we talk to Scott West, who has had some great outcomes getting over his foot pain and plantar fasciitis. We give you some practical tips to help your pain.

14. Tales from the Rodeo Trail 19.08.2020

In this episode I am joined by my 12 year old daughter Gracie to recap our busy week of Rodeos and Barrel Races. We discuss her Jr High Rodeos, BBR world finals, WCRA stampede and the E, and much more.

13. Running Series Part 3: Technique 07.08.2020

Technique is such a big thing if you want to get the best our of your run. You can go further, faster, with less pain with good technique

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