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5 Common Myths About Low Back Pain

Mar 28, 2018 / Health Tips

Nearly all adults will experience low back pain at some point. Physical therapists dispel five common myths about low back pain and treatment.

Americans Prefer Non-Drug Treatment for Pain, Find Physical Therapy Most Effective Option

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.

Physical Therapy for Pain

Jul 3, 2018 / Video

Watch people tell their stories about how physical therapy helped them manage chronic pain, avoid opioids, and return to the activities they love.

Back Pain Is Often Overtreated

Nov 27, 2017 / Did You Know?

Despite a lot of evidence and guidelines calling for initial treatment of most back pain through methods such as physical therapy, a study indicates that doctors often overtreat back pain.

5 Tips to Improve Your Swimming Stroke and Avoid Injury

May 24, 2024 / Health Tips

Swimming is a low-impact exercise that works all the muscles in the body, but it doesn't come with out injury risk. These tips from physical therapists will help your swimming technique and reduce your risk for a shoulder injury.

Five Reasons to Choose Physical Therapy Early for Pain

Oct 5, 2020 / Health Tips

If you experience an injury or develop pain, seeing a physical therapist early can help you address and manage your symptoms.

Success Story: Physical Therapy Helps College Student Control Pain, and Avoid Opioids

Nov 22, 2016 / Podcast

When she was 23, Morgan broke her big toe. She expected a quick recovery, but nearly a week later she was still experiencing severe pain.

Kneecap Pain: 5 Research-Backed Tips To Get Better

Dec 9, 2019 / Article

Do you or someone you know have pain in or around the kneecap when doing these activities?

Physical Therapy Guide to Low Back Pain

Jun 29, 2023 / Guide

Almost everyone will experience low back pain it at some point. For some, it returns or hangs on and can decrease quality of life. Physical therapists help people with low back pain improve or restore mobility and reduce their pain.

Millions Don’t Receive Guideline-Recommended Care for Low Back Pain

Jun 5, 2018 / Did You Know?

Despite being the number one cause of disability around the world, low back pain is often improperly addressed with inappropriate tests and treatments, including addictive opioids.