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Physical Therapy Guide to Pelvic Pain

May 25, 2021 / Guide

Pelvic pain occurs in the lower abdomen, pelvis, or perineum (the area between the anus and the vagina or scrotum. It has many possible causes.

Physical Therapy for What Moves You: Baseball

Oct 28, 2019 / Video

Mac is 12 years old and the starting catcher for his travel baseball team. A shoulder injury moved him to the bench. Physical therapy helped him recover so he could compete in the state tournament.

More Than Half of Opioid Overdose Deaths Linked to Chronic Pain Diagnoses

Jan 10, 2018 / Did You Know?

More than 60% of Americans who died from an opioid overdose suffered from chronic noncancer-related pain. Furthermore, it was found that they had also filled an opioid prescription (49%), and in some cases, seen a doctor, in the month before they died.

Patient Expectations Drive Doctors to Order Unnecessary Scans for Low Back Pain

Dec 1, 2016 / Did You Know?

Despite knowing (and agreeing with) recommendations to not use imaging for low back pain without “red flag” indicators, doctors are still ordering unnecessary CTs and MRIs for patients.

Physical Therapy Helps College Student Control Pain, and Avoid Opioids

Nov 20, 2016 / Patient Stories

Morgan's treatment included aquatic physical therapy, balance training, and simple exercises that required mental and physical coordination.

Using Opioids for More Than 30 Days Could Increase Depression Risk

Mar 15, 2016 / Did You Know?

People who use opioids for 30 days or more in an effort to treat pain could be increasing their risk of developing depression, according to a new study.

Recovery From Debilitating Abdominal Pain Inspires a New Career Path

Nov 16, 2017 / Podcast

Michelle, an 18-year-old college student, started experiencing intense abdominal pain that worsened. Her pain was "off the charts."

Former Gymnast Is Rebuilding Her Life After Being Diagnosed With Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Oct 6, 2016 / Patient Stories

Margaret didn't suffer any broken bones when a horse stepped on her foot, but afterward the pain never stopped. Her physical therapist helped her with complex regional pain syndrome.

NBA Great Grant Hill Reflects on Playing Through Pain

Dec 5, 2017 / Podcast

Basketball great Grant Hill played 19 seasons in the NBA, which meant he had lots of experience playing through pain.

LPGA Golfer Natalie Gulbis Relies on Physical Therapy After Back Pain Threatened Her Career

Jun 11, 2014 / Patient Stories

She became one of the most recognizable players on the LPGA Tour. But Natalie's golf career was almost stopped short by back pain.