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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.

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.

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 Patellofemoral Pain

Nov 26, 2019 / Guide

Patellofemoral pain is pain at the front of the knee, under or around the kneecap (patella).

Tips to Prevent Skiing-Related Knee Injuries

Sep 30, 2018 / Health Tips

The most common skiing injuries happen to the lower limb, most commonly the knee. These tips from physical therapist can reduce your risk of being injured.

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.

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 as Effective as Surgery for Degenerative Disk Disease

Sep 30, 2013 / Did You Know?

Before undergoing surgical spinal fusion, patients with degenerative disk disease should first try physical therapy.

Benefits of Early Physical Therapy Treatment for Sciatica

Nov 5, 2020 / Podcast

Is a wait-and-see approach to sciatica (back pain that radiates to the leg) needlessly prolonging pain? Physical therapist Julie Fritz answers that question and more.

Physical Therapy Guide to Knee Pain

Sep 21, 2020 / Guide

Knee pain can result from disease, overuse injury, or trauma. It is a broad topic as many conditions are related to or can cause knee pain.