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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.

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.

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Research Shows: Physical Therapy for Back Pain Curbs Opioid Prescriptions

Jun 26, 2018 / Did You Know?

A Health Services Research study shows that using it as a first-line approach not only saves money, but also dramatically reduces the chance of receiving a prescription for dangerous opioids.

Traumatic Injuries Have Minimal Impact on Opioid Epidemic

Dec 1, 2016 / Did You Know?

Individuals who sustain a traumatic injury are not likely a significant factor in the US opioid epidemic.

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.

MRI Scans Do Not Measure Pain or Function

Mar 4, 2020 / Did You Know?

A study published in the Journal of ISAKOS, Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, adds to a growing body of evidence that MRI scans are often misleading.

Treating Pelvic Pain in Transgender People: Keys to Respectful Care

May 16, 2019 / Podcast

Pelvic floor issues can be physically and emotionally painful — and embarrassing — for anyone. For a person who is transgender these issues can be multiplied.

Physical Therapy Guide to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Sep 28, 2020 / Guide

Complex regional pain syndrome generally arises from an injury to an arm or leg, such as a fracture, surgery, sprain, or strain, that has had enough time to heal.

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.