In this episode of Heal Without Harm, physical therapist Dr. Clayton Dir breaks down four simple but powerful longevity tests that reveal far more than your latest lab report. From carrying your body weight to hanging from a bar, testing your VO2 tolerance, and getting off the floor without using your hands, you’ll discover how these abilities predict independence, resilience, and quality of life as you age. Most people are shocked by which test exposes their biggest weak spot—and what that says about their future health.

• Why grip strength is tied to mortality and hidden health risks

• The sit‑to‑rise test that can “steal” years from your life

• How to turn failed tests into a roadmap to a stronger, longer healthspan

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Thinking about getting an MRI because nothing is improving? In this episode, I break down why pain often persists after a bad diagnosis—and how getting a second PT opinion can finally give you real answers. Learn what to do when PT isn’t working, how to avoid unnecessary MRIs, and how the right physical therapist can identify the true cause of your pain and help you heal faster.==

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Dr. Clayton Dir DPT (The Doc Dir)

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Struggling with neck pain, shoulder tension, or headaches that keep coming back — no matter how much you stretch, massage, or take meds? This episode breaks down the real root causes doctors often miss… and the simple fixes that finally bring relief.

You’ll learn:

• 🤕 Why neck pain, shoulder pain, and headaches are usually the SAME problem

• 💪 The #1 muscle group almost everyone with pain here is missing

• 🎯 The most common misdiagnoses that keep people stuck

• 🧩 How weak shoulder blades secretly overload your neck

• 📱 The posture mistake causing daily tension (and how to reset it in 10 seconds)

• 🚫 Why stretching alone doesn’t work — and what does

• ⚕️ When it’s time to see a PT first instead of your doctor

If you’re searching for:
👉 “How to fix neck pain”
👉 “Why do I keep getting headaches?”
👉 “Shoulder tension relief”
👉 “Neck pain causes”
👉 “Headaches starting in the neck”

…this episode gives you clear, root-cause solutions you can start today.

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Struggling with back, hip, knee, or shoulder pain that just won’t go away? In this episode, Dr. Clayton Dir, Physical Therapist, breaks down why seeing a PT first is the fastest, safest, and most effective way to fix pain without medications, injections, or surgery.

You’ll learn:

• Why most people waste months starting their pain journey in the wrong place

• How PTs find the root cause through movement testing doctors don’t do

• The truth about imaging, misdiagnosis, and unnecessary referrals

• How day-one treatment gets you relief faster

• The three pillars of longevity: strength, mobility, and injury prevention

If you (or someone you care about) are tired of bouncing between providers with no answers, this episode will show you exactly how to get real results—and finally fix pain at the source.

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If you’re raising a young athlete, this episode is a must-listen. We’re breaking down the hidden signs of overtraining in youth sports and pulling back the curtain on what really goes into training adaptive athletes. No spoilers—just enough to make you realize there’s a lot more happening behind the scenes than most parents ever hear about.

🎧 What You’ll Learn

• 🚨 The early red flags of overtraining most parents miss

• 💪 How training loads impact developing bodies

• 💤 Why recovery can make or break a young athlete’s progress

• ♿ What sets adaptive athlete training apart

• 🔍 The coaching principles that matter most

• 🏆 How to support safe, confident, long-term athletic growth

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In this episode of Heal Without Harm, we’re busting some of the biggest fitness myths that keep people stuck, scared, or sidelined 💪

Here’s what you’ll learn 👇

• 🦵 The truth about “knees over toes” — and why letting them go forward can actually protect your joints

• 🦴 What degenerative disc disease really means (and why it’s not a death sentence for your spine)

• 🏋️ The right way to deadlift without hurting your back

• 🔥 How to train smarter, build confidence, and stay strong for life

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Keywords: knees over toes, degenerative disc disease, blood pressure and exercise, deadlift form, fitness myths, strength training, physical therapy tips.

As insurance continues to worsen, is the health insurance that your job offers really that great of a benefit?

What if your employer directly paid for your physical therapy and pain-relief? What if you didn't pay a dime when you got hurt, and the whole process was streamlined?

Listen in as I present on the Workforce Wellness Program

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LISTEN IN to my guest lecture @ Wichita State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program

If you've ever wondered "what is dry needling? What's dry needling for? What can dry needling treat?" This episode may be the one for you!

If you are a physical therapist or a student physical therapist, you will take a personal interest as well!

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