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7 Staggering Statistics About America's Opioid Epidemic

May 9, 2016 / Health Tips

Every year millions of Americans use opioids to manage pain. Doctor-prescribed opioids are appropriate in some cases, but they just mask the pain—and reliance on opioids has led to the worst drug crisis in American history.

Physical Therapy for What Moves You: Weightlifting

Oct 28, 2019 / Video

After years of lifting competitively, Amelia began experiencing chronic pain. With the help of physical therapy, Amelia learned how to reduce and manage her pain while continuing to compete in the sport she loves.

Medicare Therapy Cap Leads to More Pain

Sep 12, 2017 / Patient Stories

A drug pump "takes the edge off of the worst of the pain," but for additional relief Nate relies on treatment from a physical therapist.

Can Early Physical Therapy Reduce Opioid Use? New Research Says Yes!

Dec 14, 2018 / Health Tips

Opioids shouldn't be the first or only approach to treating most chronic pain. In 2016, the CDC released new guidelines supporting this message. Now a study published in JAMA supports those recommendations.

Dentist Gets Help For Arthritis and Headaches From Physical Therapist

Jan 16, 2014 / Patient Stories

Barry was living with extreme limited range of motion, pain, and constant headaches for 30 years due to arthritis of the neck. Physical therapy helped him become pain free.

Natalie Gulbis on Back Pain and the Physical Demands of Golf

Mar 28, 2014 / Podcast

LPGA golfer Natalie Gulbis and her physical therapist discuss the back pain that almost ended her career and the routine she's adopted to keep playing.

Volleyball Legend Gabrielle Reece Chooses Physical Therapy, Not Opioids, After Knee Replacement

Dec 19, 2016 / Podcast

Former professional beach volleyball player Gabby Reece shares how she managed pain after knee replacement surgery and relied on physical therapy to return to her active lifestyle.

Physical Therapy Guide to Fibromyalgia

Nov 1, 2024 / Guide

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition in which a person experiences widespread chronic pain and fatigue. Although there is no cure, there are treatments that can help improve function and quality of life, including physical therapy.

Women's Health Across the Lifespan

May 15, 2012 / Podcast

A panel discussion on women's health issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, osteoporosis, chronic pain, lymphedema, pregnancy, and post-partum conditions that can be prevented and/or treated by a physical therapist.

What Is Orthopedic Physical Therapy?

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Orthopedic (sometimes spelled orthopaedic) physical therapists help to prevent disability and provide physical rehabilitation for people with pain, injury, or disease of the muscles, bones, or joints that limit mobility.