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Understanding Plantar Fasciitis: A Type of Heel Pain

Jan 30, 2019 / Health Tips

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. Ten percent of Americans will experience it at some point during their lifetime, both athletes and nonathletes. Learn about risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.

Using Opioids for More Than 30 Days Could Increase Depression Risk

Mar 15, 2016 / Did You Know?

People who use opioids for 30 days or more in an effort to treat pain could be increasing their risk of developing depression, according to a new study.

Recovery From Debilitating Abdominal Pain Inspires a New Career Path

Nov 16, 2017 / Podcast

Michelle, an 18-year-old college student, started experiencing intense abdominal pain that worsened. Her pain was "off the charts."

Education From a Physical Therapist Before Back Surgery May Reduce Cost, Improve Outcomes

Sep 29, 2014 / Article

While physical therapists are known as hands-on, movement specialists, evidence is beginning to suggest their ability to educate patients can improve outcomes and reduce health care costs as well.

NBA Great Grant Hill Reflects on Playing Through Pain

Dec 5, 2017 / Podcast

Basketball great Grant Hill played 19 seasons in the NBA, which meant he had lots of experience playing through pain.

5 Hip and Knee Exercises to Reduce Kneecap Pain

Jun 6, 2024 / Health Tips

Pain at the front of the knee, under or around the kneecap (patella) is called patellofemoral pain. It is one of the most common types of knee pain and often occurs among athletes, active teenagers, older adults, and people who do physical labor.

LPGA Golfer Natalie Gulbis Relies on Physical Therapy After Back Pain Threatened Her Career

Jun 11, 2014 / Patient Stories

She became one of the most recognizable players on the LPGA Tour. But Natalie's golf career was almost stopped short by back pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Neck Pain

Jun 20, 2017 / Guide

Neck pain is pain felt in the back of the neck – the upper spine area, just below the head. The pain can extend to the upper back, shoulder, and arm when specific nerves are affected.

Physical Therapy as Effective as Surgery for Degenerative Disk Disease

Sep 30, 2013 / Did You Know?

Before undergoing surgical spinal fusion, patients with degenerative disk disease should first try physical therapy.

Benefits of Early Physical Therapy Treatment for Sciatica

Nov 5, 2020 / Podcast

Is a wait-and-see approach to sciatica (back pain that radiates to the leg) needlessly prolonging pain? Physical therapist Julie Fritz answers that question and more.