Apr 3, 2013 / Podcast

Physical therapist and ESPN injury analyst Stephania Bell describes ACL injuries and gives insight about her unique career.

Feb 12, 2015 / Podcast

February is American Heart Month. In the U.S., 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease, and 720,000 Americans will have a heart attack.

Oct 25, 2019 / Podcast

Alyssa was born with arthrogryposis, a rare condition that causes rigid joints. She became a world-class swimmer. Physical therapy empowered her.

Sep 15, 2015 / Podcast

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness describes the muscle pain and stiffness felt one to 3 days after intense exercise.

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Americans want to live longer, healthier lives, but many don't realize how much physical therapy can help. "PT For Future Me," a new American Physical Therapy Association campaign, shows how PTs support movement, wellness, and resilience at every age.

Jan 22, 2022 / Guide

Knee bursitis occurs when one or more of the fluid-filled sacs in the knee become damaged, irritated, or inflamed. Physical therapists help people with knee bursitis reduce pain, swelling, stiffness, and weakness in the knee or leg.

Sep 9, 2024 / Health Tips

Pain in children from an accident, illness, or injury usually resolves with time or simple treatments. Chronic pain in children is a complex biological, psychological, and social condition that needs personalized treatment?

Apr 11, 2023 / Health Tips

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare disease that causes muscles to degenerate. While there is no cure at this time, treatments and therapies, including physical therapy, can help people live longer and healthier lives.

Mar 7, 2025 / Guide

Dislocating the shoulder is a common traumatic injury for athletes, nonathletes, children, and adults. People who dislocate their shoulder usually need a health care professional to guide the joint back into place.

Apr 18, 2024 / Health Tips

Managing your sleep is key to your overall health. Not getting enough sleep can be a problem and can contribute to the development of chronic pain. It also may worsen anxiety or depression symptoms. Learn more.