Ep 1 | The REAL (Broken) State of Physical Therapy: Becoming Uncaged with David Bayliff

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0500

What keeps mainstream physical therapy from ACTUALLY healing patients?

You're not imagining it. The system is broken. In this episode, Dr. Dave sits down with David Bailiff, DPT, a 30-year veteran of the profession and co-founder of the Uncaged Clinician, to talk honestly about why so many PTs are burned out, why patient outcomes are suffering, and what a different path actually looks like.

David was one of the earliest mobile concierge physical therapists in the country, going all-in on a cash-based practice back in 2013 before most PTs had even heard the term. His story is a real account of discontentment, a door that opened unexpectedly, and the courage it took to walk through it.

You'll hear:

Why reimbursement rates have been declining while education costs have skyrocketed
How the insurance model is structurally designed to prioritize function over pain
Why manual therapy is the lowest-reimbursed service in the insurance model
The "uncaged" philosophy: using the full scope of what you've been trained to do to actually change lives
What the common denominators are among PTs who build a thriving cash-based caseload in 3–4 months vs. those who struggle for years
Why going directly to the consumer is often more effective than chasing physician referrals

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https://www.youtube.com/@TheMobilePTLeague

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TRAILER: Healing is Possible!

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:50:02 -0500

If you're a healthcare provider or a patient that is frustrated with the status quo in our healthcare system, you aren't alone. The main reason for this frustration on both sides is the lack of good outcomes.

Host Dr. Dave Harvitz has been a doctor of physical therapy for 15 years, specializing in the chronic pain cases.

In the first episode of the month, Dr. Dave talks with leading clinicians and researchers to tackle the hard questions.

Then every other week, he reveals the behind-the-scenes of what it takes to create a practice with good outcomes.

Finally, you'll hear from real patients about their health journeys and how they found themselves a good outcome.

We live in a world where everyone claims to treat the root cause, yet the outcomes beg to differ. At Good Outcomes, you can expect honest conversations, practical insights, and no fluff.

Whether you're a provider seeking clarity or a patient searching for answers, this podcast is your guide to navigating the healthcare system with wisdom and hope. Welcome to Good Outcomes, because healing is possible!