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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.

TRICARE Low Back Pain Demonstration

Oct 19, 2020 / Health Tips

TRICARE, used throughout the U.S. military, is offering a program that waives cost-sharing for up to three physical therapy visits for people with low back pain. This program will be available through Dec. 31, 2023, if you live in one of 10 states.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Knee Pain

Sep 21, 2020 / Guide

Knee pain can result from disease, overuse injury, or trauma. It is a broad topic as many conditions are related to or can cause knee pain.

Using Virtual Reality for Pain Relief, Rehabilitation, and Recovery

Aug 15, 2019 / Podcast

Some physical therapists are using virtual reality to address pain and other issues, others are looking to add it to traditional physical therapy.

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.

Dry Needling By Physical Therapist Helps Teacher's Shoulder Pain

Jan 16, 2014 / Patient Stories

A shoulder replacement didn't solve Pam's problems with pain and limited range of motion. Physical therapist treatment got her back to the things she loves.