Heal Without Harm

Dr. Clayton Dir PT, DPT (AKA TheDocDir)
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Our healthcare system sucks. Its strength? Saving lives, prolonging death, and costing a fortune Its weakness? Promoting true health and longevity This podcast exposes the flaws in over-medicating, injecting, and cutting, while showcasing alternatives. You'll hear from Clients who’ve navigated the broken system Medical providers building a better future Coaches and trainers leading ground-level change Together, we’ll demand a wellness-first approach. Join us to forge a path to a healthier life—free from unnecessary meds, injections, and surgeries Based out of Wichita, KS

  1. #73. Your Body Is Full of Forever Chemicals. Here's How to Actually Get Them Out - Dr. James Seberger MD, PhD

    3일 전

    #73. Your Body Is Full of Forever Chemicals. Here's How to Actually Get Them Out - Dr. James Seberger MD, PhD

    There are toxic chemicals in your blood right now. They've been there since before you were born. They're in your cookware, your food packaging, your drinking water, and your furniture. They don't break down. They don't leave on their own. And until very recently, medicine had no answer for how to remove them. That changes with this episode. Dr. Clayton Dir PT, DPT sits down with Dr. P. James Seberger, M.D., Ph.D. — physician, researcher, and one of the few clinicians actively working on how to get forever chemicals, known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), out of the human body. Dr. Seberger recently delivered a presentation on this topic to first responders and at-risk populations, and today he's bringing that same information to you. This is the episode your doctor hasn't had yet. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 📊 VIEW DR. SEBERGER'S FULL PRESENTATION ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Dr. Seberger has made his complete research presentation available for anyone to view. This is the same deck he presented to first responders and at-risk communities — packed with clinical data, study references, and the science behind PFAS removal. 👉 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FxPDPp-sWYeb3bFG-_Z6lNJsV_Qjf8YS/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102123467462544177356&rtpof=true&sd=true Share this link with anyone you know who needs to see it — especially firefighters, first responders, and military personnel. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ What are PFAS or forever chemicals? PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of man-made chemicals used in consumer and industrial products since the 1940s. They are characterized by extremely strong carbon-fluorine bonds that resist breakdown, meaning they persist indefinitely in the environment and accumulate in the human body over time. What blood level of PFAS is considered harmful? According to the National Academies of Sciences (2022), adverse health effects are not expected below 2 ng/mL, potential effects exist between 2 and 20 ng/mL, and there is increased risk of adverse effects above 20 ng/mL. Can you remove PFAS from the human body? Yes. A 2024 randomized crossover clinical trial published in Environment International demonstrated that oral cholestyramine (4g three times daily) reduced serum PFOS by 60% over 12 weeks with no serious adverse events. A firefighter study showed the treatment reduced PFAS half-life from 7.3 years to just 1.2 years. What is cholestyramine and how does it remove PFAS? Cholestyramine is an FDA-approved anion-exchange resin traditionally used to lower cholesterol. It binds to bile acids in the intestine — and because PFAS undergo enterohepatic recirculation (cycling through the liver and gut), cholestyramine intercepts and removes them through the stool before they re-enter the bloodstream. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ CONNECT WITH DR. SEBERGER ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Email: pjseberger@gmail.com Phone: 316-706-2496 📊 Full Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FxPDPp-sWYeb3bFG-_Z6lNJsV_Qjf8YS/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102123467462544177356&rtpof=true&sd=true ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ CONNECT WITH DR. CLAYTON DIR PT, DPT ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocDir/videos Instagram & TikTok: @thedocdir Email: TheDocDirOfPT@gmail.com Website: TheDocDir.com ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ABOUT HEAL WITHOUT HARM ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. #PFAS #ForeverChemicals #Cholestyramine #FirefighterHealth #ChemicalDetox #HealWithoutHarm #TheDocDir #PFASremoval #Firefighters #EnvironmentalHealth #ToxicChemicals #ChronicDisease #NaturalHealth #PhysicalTherapist #FirstResponderHealth

    1시간 5분

  2. 5월 11일

    #72. Graston Technique, ASTYM, IASTM & Scraping Therapy: What the Science Actually Says

    You've seen it on TikTok — someone getting scraped with a metal tool, turning bright red, walking away covered in bruises. But what is actually happening? And does it really break up scar tissue like everyone says? In this episode of Heal Without Harm, Dr. Clayton Dir, physical therapist, breaks down exactly what Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) is, what the science says it actually does, and why the most common thing people believe about it is wrong. He also shares a real patient case where scraping helped resolve a stubborn back pain that couldn't be treated with dry needling — with 80% improvement in just one week. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ — What IASTM, Graston, ASTYM, Hawk Grips, and Rock Blades actually are — The ancient origins of scraping therapy — from Vietnamese coining to Gua Sha — Why IASTM does NOT break up scar tissue (and what it actually does) — How it stimulates mechanoreceptors to improve range of motion and reduce pain — Why the bruising (petechiae) only appears where you're actually having pain — Who benefits most — athletes, desk workers, post-op patients, and more — How it works alongside dry needling, cupping, and a full rehab plan — A real patient case: 80% pain relief in one session, completely resolved by visit three ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Does scraping therapy break up scar tissue? No — despite what is commonly claimed on social media, IASTM does not mechanically break up scar tissue. What it actually does is stimulate mechanoreceptors in the soft tissue, increase blood flow to the area, reduce pain sensitivity, and improve tissue mobility and range of motion. What is IASTM? Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) is a manual therapy technique that uses stainless steel or plastic tools to apply controlled pressure over the skin and soft tissue. Common branded versions include Graston, ASTYM, Hawk Grips, and Rock Blades. What is the bruising from scraping therapy? The small red speckled marks that appear after scraping are called petechiae — tiny broken capillaries caused by the pressure of the tool. They tend to appear only in areas of actual tissue dysfunction, which makes them useful for identifying where treatment is most needed. Is scraping therapy painful? IASTM can cause mild discomfort during treatment, similar to a deep tissue massage. Most patients report feeling significant relief and warmth in the area afterward. The level of discomfort depends on the area being treated and the individual's sensitivity. Who is IASTM best for? IASTM works well for athletes with overuse injuries and tendinopathies, desk workers with neck and back stiffness, post-operative patients as part of a full rehabilitation program, and anyone experiencing localized pain or restricted movement. How long does an IASTM session take? A typical IASTM treatment takes 4 to 8 minutes depending on the size of the area being treated and the patient's tolerance. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ CONNECT WITH DR. CLAYTON DIR ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocDir/videos Instagram & TikTok: @thedocdir Email: TheDocDirOfPT@gmail.com Website: TheDocDir.com Heal Without Harm is hosted by Dr. Clayton Dir, physical therapist, and is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. #IASTM #ScrapingTherapy #GrastonTechnique #PhysicalTherapy #SoftTissueMobilization #HealWithoutHarm #TheDocDir #DryNeedling #GuaSha #BackPain #TendonPain #SportsPT #ManualTherapy #PhysicalTherapist #MobilityTraining

    12분
  3. #71. From Rock Bottom to Runner's High: How a Navy Diver Got Sober and Became a Pro Athlete | Trey Dulaney

    5월 4일

    #71. From Rock Bottom to Runner's High: How a Navy Diver Got Sober and Became a Pro Athlete | Trey Dulaney

    From the outside, Trey Dulaney's life looks like a highlight reel. Pro Hyrox athlete. Paris competitor. A 2:45 marathon. A 235-mile finish. The kind of résumé that makes people assume he's always had it together. He hasn't. In this episode, Dr. Clayton Dir sits down with Trey — former US Navy Diver, sober athlete, and mental health advocate — for one of the most honest conversations this show has ever had. Trey opens up about what life looked like after leaving the military, what rock bottom actually felt like, and why the traditional medical system didn't have the answers he needed. What changed everything wasn't a prescription. It was a pair of running shoes — and eventually, a community called The Phoenix, a sober active community that uses fitness to support recovery and connection for people affected by substance use disorders. This is a story about what real healing looks like when the waiting room lets you down. What you'll hear in this episode: — What life in the US Navy as a certified diver actually looked like — The gap between military service and civilian life that no one prepares you for — What rock bottom looked like for Trey — in his own words — How traditional medicine fell short during his lowest point — When running entered the picture and how it became his recovery — The role The Phoenix sober community played in his transformation — How he went from early sobriety to competing on the Hyrox world stage in Paris — What he would say to someone who is at their rock bottom right now Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for proof that healing is possible outside the traditional system — this episode is worth your full attention. Connect with Trey Dulaney: Instagram: @treyjdulaney TikTok: @runningwithrecovery Learn more about The Phoenix sober active community: thephoenix.org Connect with Dr. Clayton Dir: Instagram & TikTok: @thedocdir Email: Clayton@teamnaturalwellness.com Heal Without Harm is hosted by Dr. Clayton Dir, physical therapist, and is for educational and inspirational purposes only. It is not a substitute for personalized medical or mental health advice. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or mental health, please reach out to a qualified professional or contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 (free, confidential, 24/7).

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  4. 4월 27일

    #70. Why Every Runner Needs Strength Training — And Most Are Ignoring It

    If you’re a runner dealing with: Shin splintsIT band syndromeRunner’s kneePlantar fasciitisThen there’s a good chance your problem isn’t your mileage — it’s your strength. In this episode, Dr. Clayton Dir PT, DPT breaks down why the majority of running injuries are actually a capacity problem in disguise, and why stretching more isn’t going to fix it. He walks through how every mile you run forces your body to absorb multiple times your body weight with every step — and what happens when your glutes, hips, and single-leg stabilizers aren’t strong enough to handle it. He also covers the performance side: why strength training improves running economy by up to 8%, what the posterior chain is and why runners neglect it, and the four specific exercises every runner should be doing. You don’t need to live in the gym. You just need the right movements, done with enough intensity to actually matter.

    9분

  5. 4월 20일

    #69. How to Reverse Osteoporosis Naturally (Even Post-Menopausal) With the LIFTMOR Protocol

    If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia — especially after menopause — this episode could change everything. Most women are told that bone loss is inevitable and that medication is the only solution. Dr. Clayton Dir, physical therapist, breaks down the research that says otherwise. In this episode, he walks through the LIFTMOR Protocol — a 2018 clinical study showing that post-menopausal women who did just one hour of supervised resistance training per week for 8 months achieved a 4% increase in lumbar spine bone density and 2% increase in femoral neck bone density, with zero serious injuries. He also shares the story of a real patient who started weightlifting for the first time at age 58 — and whose bone density improvements left her surgeon speechless. What you'll learn in this episode: — What the LIFTMOR Protocol is and who it was designed for — The exact exercises used: deadlift, back squat, overhead press, and jump chin-ups — Why "playing it safe" may actually be accelerating your bone loss — How to ask your doctor or physical therapist to get started — The difference between osteoporosis medication and natural bone-building methods — What financial assistance programs exist for medical bills (and how to ask) Whether you're post-menopausal, approaching menopause, or know someone who is — this episode is worth sharing. Connect with Dr. Clayton Dir: Instagram & TikTok: @thedocdir Email: Clayton@teamnaturalwellness.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your physician or physical therapist before beginning a new exercise program.

    13분

  6. 4월 13일

    #68. How You Could Lower Your Hospital Bill by Over 40% With 1 Easy Phone Call

    Got a medical bill sitting on your counter that you don’t know how to handle? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to just pay whatever number they send you. In this episode, Dr. Clayton Dir walks through the exact steps he took after his daughter’s two hospital visits left his family with nearly $4,000 in out-of-pocket costs. By making one phone call and using two specific negotiation tactics, he knocked that number down by 43% in less than 20 minutes. He covers: How to request an itemized billWhy you should wait for your explanation of benefits before paying anythingSome of the exact language to use when you call the billing departmentWhether your bill is $500 or $50,000, this episode gives you a repeatable framework you can use every single time a medical bill hits your mailbox. Send me an email! Clayton@TeamNaturalWellness.com TheDocDir.com

    13분
  7. #67. She Fought the Medical System for Others — Then Got the Diagnosis | Breast Cancer Survivor & JoyLab Founder Camie Drumright

    4월 6일

    #67. She Fought the Medical System for Others — Then Got the Diagnosis | Breast Cancer Survivor & JoyLab Founder Camie Drumright

    What do you hold onto when everything feels out of control? Camie Drumright — personal injury attorney, mother of three, and Wichita native — found her answer in the middle of breast cancer treatment. Not in a courtroom. Not in a case file. Movement and a Community is what got her through. And when that community shut down, she knew she had to create something. That dream became JoyLab Fitness + Social Club, one of Wichita's most beloved wellness communities. In this episode of Heal Without Harm, Camie opens up about the diagnosis that stopped her in her tracks, what treatment really felt like, and why she believes healing has to start with movement and community. We talk about growing up in a legendary Wichita legal family, balancing a law career with a brand-new business, and the question cancer forced her to ask herself: what is all of this actually for? Her answer might surprise you. And this one will stay with you. ****GRAND OPENING OF JOYLAB MAY 2nd 9:30-11:30am!!!**** Find JoyLab at joylabfit.com | Follow @joy.lab.fitness on Instagram.

    1시간 6분

  8. 3월 30일

    #66. What Is Dry Needling? The Treatment Changing How People Treat Pain and Injuries

    TheDocDir.com If you've ever heard the words "dry needling" and wondered what it is or if it can help - then tune-in! In this episode of Heal Without Harm, we break down everything you need to know about dry needling: what it actually is, how it's completely different from acupuncture, what to expect during and after a session, and the long list of conditions it can help with — from plantar fasciitis and sciatica to tension headaches, carpal tunnel, and chronic low back pain. We cover: What dry needling is (and why it's called "dry")Dry needling vs. acupuncture — the real differenceDoes dry needling hurt? What the twitch response meansHow sore will I be afterward — and for how long?Can I work out after dry needling?What conditions can dry needling help with?Who should NOT get dry needlingWhy dry needling alone isn't enough — and what it works best alongsideWhether you're dealing with stubborn muscle pain that nothing else has touched, or you're just curious what your PT keeps bringing up, this episode will give you a clear, honest answer. 🎙️ Hosted Dr. Clayton Dir Physical Therapist #DryNeedling #PhysicalTherapy #HealWithoutHarm #ChronicPain #MuscleKnots #TriggerPoints #PainRelief #PTpodcast

    13분
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Our healthcare system sucks. Its strength? Saving lives, prolonging death, and costing a fortune Its weakness? Promoting true health and longevity This podcast exposes the flaws in over-medicating, injecting, and cutting, while showcasing alternatives. You'll hear from Clients who’ve navigated the broken system Medical providers building a better future Coaches and trainers leading ground-level change Together, we’ll demand a wellness-first approach. Join us to forge a path to a healthier life—free from unnecessary meds, injections, and surgeries Based out of Wichita, KS

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    Dr. Clayton Dir PT, DPT (AKA TheDocDir)
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    2024년 - 2026년
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