Mar 1, 2024 / Guide

Osteoarthritis, or OA, is the most common type of arthritis damaging the joint surfaces. Physical therapists help people manage OA, decrease pain, and increase movement.

Dec 9, 2019 / Article

Do you or someone you know have pain in or around the kneecap when doing these activities?

Apr 13, 2020 / Guide

Cervical radiculopathy, often called a pinched nerve in the neck, causes pain to radiate (extend) to the shoulder, shoulder blade, arm, or hand.

Jan 12, 2020 / Guide

A compression fracture in the spine occurs when the vertebrae (small cylinder-shaped bones) that form the spine collapse or break, commonly due to osteoporosis and a fall.

Jun 16, 2021 / Article

Find a Physical Therapist. Search the American Physical Therapy Association's Find a PT directory to find physical therapists near you.

Jun 12, 2021 / Guide

Perthes disease is a rare hip condition that begins with a disruption of blood flow to the head of the femur (thigh bone). It most often occurs in children 4 to 8 years old.

Jul 19, 2020 / Guide

Hitting your head hard enough to cause a concussion or injuring your neck in a fall or car accident can damage the structures of your inner ear and cause vision, balance, and coordination problems

Jun 28, 2024 / Health Tips

Feet are among the most important body parts. Learn how to take care of your feet with these foot care tips from physical therapists so you can keep moving freely.

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Pain is a completely personal experience, and it is one of the most common symptoms that may lead someone to seek the help of a physical therapist or other health care professional.

Jul 10, 2015 / Did You Know?

Among high school athletes, girls are at greater risk for overuse injuries than boys, according to a recent national study published in the Journal of Pediatrics.