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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 to provide the client with practical, evidence-based nutrition recommendations while holding space for their challenges with food, body, and movement with compassion. She practices from a non-diet, Health at Every Size perspective and wholeheartedly believes that you can improve your performance without focusing on weight.
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 variety symptoms including, but not limited to; constipation, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, pregancy and postpartum, erectile dysfunction, sexual health, and more.
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 is best for you.
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 seeing a therapist at a private practice vs big box facility.
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 studies Wes Kokott is a part of, check out: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34543423/
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 week, run a 5K, bike 100 miles, the possibilities are endless. This is the time to become accountable, get healthy, and become happier.
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 other therapists have been taught is craniosacral therapy. She uses this therapy to help her patients whose autonomic nervous system is always turned up to high.
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
In this episode, Joe Ogden, Freedom PT host, sits down with Rachel Beilfuss. Rachel Beilfuss comes to Freedom PT Services after completing her PT orthopedic residency. Joe and Rachel discuss how she came to specialize in orthopedics, what types of patients she enjoys treating, and what she looks forward to learning more of in the future.
Freedom Talks host, Joe Ogden, talks with Kaela Beugnet, Physical Therapist. Kaela has been with Freedom Physical Therapy Services for 1.5 years and they talk about how she found Freedom PT, what types of patients she enjoys working with and what she does outside of work.
Bradi O'Rourke, Speech Language Pathologist, joins Joe Ogden on Freedom Talks Podcast. Bradi talks about the different areas of practice she is involved. They also discuss Bradi's private speech therapy practice and the benefits and challenges they have faced. Learn more about Bradi's business on Instagram @braxy_speech_therapy
In this episode, Joe Ogden talks with Bri Ahner about their recent achievements of finishing the Lakefront Marathon and Chicago Half Marathon respectively. They discuss the challenges and victories from their race days. Joe challenges Bri and all listeners to the " Freedom Fitness Challenge 2024". Joe challenges everyone to pick something hard and set it as your goal to accomplish for 2024.
Joe Ogden sits down with Joe Nelson, college colleague and fellow Physical Therapist. Joe and Joe talk about their beginnings at Carroll College and how they both enjoy working in outpatient orthopedics. They also discuss Crossfit and the misconceptions they had with it when they began.
In this Freedom Talks Short episode, Joe Ogden, host, talks about his experience with his first ever marathon, the Lakefront Marathon, October 2023. Joe talks about how setting goals, showing-up, and giving your honest best effort helps you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.
Join Joe Ogden, host of the Freedom Talks podcast, as he talks with Kelley Berk. Kelley Berk is a Board Certified Prosthetist Orthotist at Shamrock Prosthetics in Athens, Georgia. We discuss how Prosthetists and Physical Therapists work together to provide patients with top most care. Listen in to learn the ins and outs of the skills of being a Prosthetist and Orthotist.
This week, host Joe Ogden, sits down to get to know new therapist, Bri Ahner. Bri works at both the Mukwonago and Fox Point clinics, where she treats a wide variety of patients, from young athletes to older adults with weakness.
Grace Pitzen, Doctor of Physical Therapy, joins host, Joe Ogden for this episode of Freedom Talks. On this episode, they talk about Grace's journey from Physical Therapy school to her first jobs. They discuss the clinical rotations Grace experienced and how she initially became interested in Physical Therapy.
Another Freedom Talks Short! This week's episode discusses the unfortunate events that happened to former Green Bay Packers QB and now Jets QB Aaron Rodgers and his achilles rupture as well as discusses the surgery and rehabilitation which will follow to get Aaron back to the field.
Host, Joe Ogden, speaks with Dr. Matt Ferlindes from BioEndurance Physical Therapy and Performance. Matt works with Endurance athletes and provides remote coaching services to help athletes attain their performance goals.
Joe Ogden, host, sits down to talk with Scott Coonen, Physical Therapist, and Clinical Manager at the Fox Point Freedom Physical Therapy Services. We get to know Scott and learn more about his passion for helping others achieve more FREEDOM and how his role at Freedom PT has changed over the years.
On this Freedom Talks Shorts, Joe Ogden discusses the differences between HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and LISS (Low Intensity Steady State) cardiovascular workouts. He gives advantages and disadvantages of both types of cardio workouts and who might benefit from each type of workout.
In this episode, Joe talks with Physical Therapist, Heather Barry. They discuss Heather's career in PT, where her interests have taken her. They talk about how wide a range of problems she treats, including TMJ pain, women's health, and orthopedic issues.
While we usually see patients after they have been injured, but here are 5 tips to stay injury free. Some of the tips include proper nutrition and fueling, to adequate water and electrolyte intake. All the tips can help you remain injury-free during your training season, or just so you can enjoy life.
