Join host Joe Ogden, DPT, on the latest episode of Freedom Talks as we explore the often-overlooked role of the thoracic spine in overall health and performance. We’ll dive into: What Makes the Thoracic Spine Unique: Understanding its structure and function as the foundation for movement and stability.The Power of Thoracic Mobility: How maintaining proper mobility in the mid-back improves posture, prevents injuries, and enhances athletic performance.Benefits Beyond the Gym: Discover how a flexib...
Jun 25, 2025•11 min•Ep. 141
On this episode of Freedom Talks, host Dr. Joe Ogden welcomes Dr. Jacob Boucher, the newest addition to Freedom Physical Therapy! We’re thrilled to have him on board and dive into his journey—how he became interested in physical therapy, what led him to Freedom, and his unique treatment philosophy. This is a great conversation, and we couldn’t be more excited to introduce him to our community. If you’re interested in working with Jacob, reach out today!
Jun 11, 2025•32 min•Ep. 140
On this week’s episode of Freedom Talks, host Dr. Joe Ogden, DPT, sits down with the incredible Dr. Anna Grassman, DPT, to discuss the transformative power of weightlifting. Anna is a powerhouse in the gym, consistently chasing her goals and setting an inspiring example for women—and all lifters—who want to train hard and heavy.Beyond her dedication to strength training, Anna is also a phenomenal physical therapist and an even better person. Tune in as Joe and Anna break down the benefits of wei...
May 28, 2025•34 min•Ep. 139
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Dr. Joe Ogden sits down with Dr. Anna Grassman to dive into an important but often overlooked topic—pelvic floor health. As pelvic health specialists at Freedom, Joe treats males only, while Anna focuses on females. Anna shares: Common signs and symptoms of pelvic pain When to seek out a pelvic health specialist Answers to the most frequently asked questions Practical tips to help navigate pelvic floor issues The biggest takeaway? Pelvic pain is NOT normal,...
May 14, 2025•31 min•Ep. 138
In honor of OT Month, this week's episode of Freedom Talks features a special conversation with Occupational Therapist Adrienne Loukopoulos, hosted by Joe Ogden. Adrienne shares her incredible journey of earning her Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential in 2024—an achievement she accomplished while raising her third baby! We celebrate this monumental milestone and discuss the benefits of her new certification. Adrienne also explores how Occupational Therapy can make a meaningful difference i...
Apr 17, 2025•37 min•Ep. 137
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden kicks off OT Month this April by celebrating the incredible work of occupational therapists at Freedom Physical Therapy. This month, we’ll be sitting down with our very own Adrienne, who holds the prestigious Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential. We’re so proud of her hard work and dedication in achieving this milestone! Adrienne will join us to share insights on:What occupational therapy is and how it can help. The differences between OT and...
Apr 09, 2025•8 min•Ep. 136
This week on Freedom Talks , we sit down with Charlie Coenen to discuss his incredible journey with heart health. Charlie opens up about the symptoms that led to his diagnosis, his surgery experience, and the major lifestyle changes he’s made to improve his future. His story is not just personal—it’s a powerful lesson for anyone looking to optimize their function and quality of life. Tune in for an inspiring deep dive into resilience, recovery, and heart health. #FreedomTalks #HeartHealth #Welln...
Mar 31, 2025•31 min•Ep. 133
On this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden sits down with Dr. Rachel Beilfus from Brookfield to explore the fascinating connection between Irish Dance and physical therapy. This intricate sport requires high-level motor control, making it a perfect area of focus for Doctors of Physical Therapy—the movement experts of medicine. This is a unique topic we haven’t covered before, so you won’t want to miss it! Tune in for an insightful discussion on movement, performance, and rehabilitation in ...
Mar 14, 2025•29 min•Ep. 135
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Dr. Joe Ogden sits down with Dr. Trenton Rehman from our Brookfield location to discuss his recent accomplishment—completing his FAAOMPT through Northwestern University. Trenton shares insights into: The rigorous journey of achieving FAAOMPT certification. Balancing family life, a full-time schedule, and advanced training. The dedication and hard work it takes to push the profession forward. This episode celebrates Trenton’s commitment to excellence in phys...
Mar 11, 2025•32 min•Ep. 134
In this episode of Freedom Talks , host Joe Ogden dives into the ins and outs of creating a specific rehabilitation program for a total knee replacement —a daunting process for many, but one that can lead to life-changing results. While we focus on knee replacements, the principles discussed can be applied to any joint replacement. At Freedom Physical Therapy, we specialize in guiding patients through every step of the recovery process. Our goal? To get your knee moving and stronger as quickly a...
Mar 03, 2025•15 min•Ep. 132
This week on Freedom Talks , host Joe Ogden dives into the essentials of fueling your fitness journey. From hitting your protein goals to balancing carbohydrates and healthy fats, Joe covers it all. Plus, discover the underrated powerhouse of performance: creatine . Tune in for practical tips and insights to optimize your nutrition and take your workouts to the next level!
Feb 18, 2025•10 min•Ep. 131
In February, Freedom Talks is focusing on Men's Health. In this episode of Freedom Talks, host, Joe Ogden, talks about what Men's Health Physical Therapy is all about. Learn more about the symptoms that may be contributing to your male pelvic health dysfunction.
Feb 02, 2025•15 min•Ep. 129
This week on Freedom Talks , host Joe Ogden sits down with Dr. Ben Shaefer, DPT, from our Mukwonago location. Ben joined the Freedom team in November 2024 and has already made a big impact with his patients. In this episode, we dive into: Ben’s unique approach to patient care What he focuses on during treatments His goals for advancing his clinical skills A closer look at his background before becoming a physical therapist We’re thrilled to have Ben join the Freedom family! If you’re in the Mukw...
Jan 25, 2025•25 min•Ep. 130
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host, Joe Ogden, starts the new year off with a podcast on headaches and posture. In our tech-driven society, we have become more forward and rounded. Joe discusses where your headaches may be coming from, what you can do to reduce the frequency and severity of them, and how working with a therapist on posture can alleviate your pain.
Jan 05, 2025•16 min•Ep. 128
In this last episode of Freedom Talks for 2024, host, Joe Ogden, recaps the year at Freedom Physical Therapy Services. He touches on some of the Freedom Fitness Challengers who have worked to accomplish the goals they set for themselves in 2024. Want to join us in challenging yourself in 2025? Leave your health or fitness goal for 2025 in the comments.
Dec 19, 2024•15 min•Ep. 127
In this episode, host Joe Ogden, talks with Ryan Webster about his journey through Chronic Pain. He discusses how he found the right fit at Freedom PT Services and how finding the right fit can help you achieve your goals.
Oct 08, 2024•36 min•Ep. 126
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden, sits down with Mike Karegeannes, owner and PT at Freedom Physical Therapy Services. Mike is a highly accomplished TMD Specialist with exceptional certifications in head, neck, and jaw. He discusses how he got into treating temporomandibular disorders and how that has expanded as his practice grows. He also travels the world teaching his level I and level II Evaluation and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders and Craniofacial Pain. He has just...
Aug 31, 2024•28 min•Ep. 125
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host, Joe Ogden, speaks with Charlie Coenen. Charlie joined Freedom PT Services a couple of months ago and sits down to talk about how he got into Physical Therapy. They discuss the clinicals Charlie participated in that gave him invaluable experience to help him to be the PT he is today. Joe and Charlie also touch on endurance sport athletes.
Jul 22, 2024•26 min•Ep. 124
In this episode of Freedom Talks, Drs. Joe Ogden(host) and Trenton Rehman sit down to talk with Dr. Jonathan Stone from Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital. They talk about his orthopedic and trauma caseload, athroscopy, joint replacements, and pickleball injuries. Listen in how collaboration between the orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist can help you meet and exceed your goals.
Jul 16, 2024•50 min•Ep. 123
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden sits down with owner, Michael Karegeannes. They begin by stepping back into time to learn about how Freedom Physical Therapy Services came to be and how it has expanded to span the Greater Milwaukee area present day. Mike and Joe also talk about Private Practice PT pros and cons, including insurance differences.
Jul 01, 2024•44 min•Ep. 122
In this Freedom Talks Short Episode, Joe Ogden discusses the different Men's Health issues that Physical Therapy can treat. From bladder urgency, pelvic pain, and bowel disorders, there are many different issues that can be helped through Physical Therapy.
May 24, 2024•10 min•Ep. 121
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden sits down to speak with Molly Rittberg, Physical Therapist and LSVT-BIG Parkinson's therapist. They discuss what Molly does when she works with patients who have Parkinson's Disease. Listen in to learn about Parkinson's treatment.
May 10, 2024•37 min•Ep. 120
In this Freedom Talks short episode, Joe discusses one of the challenges to the Freedom Fitness Challenge 2024, motivation. Regardless if you are partly through the goal you set, haven't started, or are struggling to keep up with it, take a listen to hear how Joe is motivating us all for 2024.
Apr 23, 2024•8 min•Ep. 119
In this short episode of Freedom Talks, host, Joe Ogden, discusses the nutrition basics that he uses with his patients whether they are recovering from injury, take their athleticism to the next level, or just live more healthy.
Apr 15, 2024•16 min•Ep. 118
In this episode, Wes Kokott and Joe Ogden recap their first podcast together on the research Wes is a part of involving pitchers and lower body strength. They also discuss the athlete and the rehab challenges they see, not only getting the player functional, but back on the field.
Apr 09, 2024•30 min•Ep. 117
In this episode of Freedom Talks, host Joe Ogden, sits down to talk with Megan Ludke, founder of Live Recovered. In this episode, they focus on the non-profit Live Recovered that Megan started. They talk about disordered eating and body image both in the athlete and non-athlete. For more information about Live Recovered: https://www.liverecovered.org/
Apr 05, 2024•40 min•Ep. 116
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.
Mar 27, 2024•11 min•Ep. 115
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 fo...
Mar 19, 2024•42 min•Ep. 114
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.
Mar 11, 2024•42 min•Ep. 113
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, ...
Mar 05, 2024•53 min•Ep. 112
