Feb 21, 2019 / Video

Physical therapist Stephanie Carter Kelley uses yoga to help people with chronic pain.

Oct 31, 2025 / Health Tips

Some shoes can alter the natural walking stride of healthy people and lead to bunions, hammer toes, or other foot and walking problems. This advice from physical therapists can positively impact foot health and movement for children, athletes, and older adults.

May 8, 2023 / Guide

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition that results from abnormal pressure on a nerve on the inside of the ankle.

May 8, 2023 / Guide

A total knee replacement, or arthroplasty, involves replacing damaged parts of the bones at the knee joint.

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Whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain, physical therapists treat pain through movement, hands-on care, and patient education, resulting in positive side effects like improved mobility, independence, and wellness.

Sep 24, 2021 / Article

Jun 16, 2016 / Did You Know?

People with chronic low back pain might get "modest, short-term pain relief" from opioids. But when it comes to long-term treatment, evidence to support the effectiveness of opioids is "lacking."

Jan 30, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the holistic approach that physical therapists use to treat chronic pain.

Feb 13, 2023 / Guide

Ankle sprains occur when the foot twists or turns beyond its normal range of motion, causing the ankle ligaments to overstretch or tear.

Oct 10, 2017 / Did You Know?

Despite the nation's alarming opioid epidemic, a survey found that Americans prefer a nondrug approach to pain treatment.