Skip to main content
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.

One-Third of Long-Term Opioid Users Say They're Addicted or Physically Dependent

Dec 9, 2016 / Did You Know?

After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released guidelines to reduce the long-term use of opioids to treat most pain, a Washington Post-Kaiser Family Foundation survey highlights several factors contributing to ongoing use.

Focus on Functional Improvement

Apr 17, 2018 / Video

"When people with chronic pain see a physical therapist for the first time, they're often pleasantly surprised by how much they improve," says Pat Sheehy, PT, MS.

Overcoming Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Pain in Women, Men, and Runners Through Physical Therapy

Sep 17, 2020 / Podcast

Amanda Olson sustained a severe injury that left her unable to sit for months. Now she is helping others overcome, anticipate, and prevent pelvic floor dysfunction.

Health Centers

/

These health centers highlight resources from across the website.

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.

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.

Physical Therapy Helps Senior Games Athlete Return to the Basketball Court

Oct 30, 2019 / Video

William is a former Senior U.S. Olympic team athlete who stopped playing basketball due to hip pain. Physical therapy helped to eliminate his pain, and now he’s back on the court enjoying the sport he loves.

Success Story: Overcoming Severe Pain, IT Band Syndrome, and a Labrum Tear

Jan 2, 2020 / Podcast

A woman with a common runner's injury tried everything to get better, but pain caused her to stop all activities, until she received the physical therapy she needed.