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Physical Therapy Guide to Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Dec 21, 2018 / Guide

Rotator cuff tendinitis occurs when the tendon connected to the rotator cuff muscles becomes inflamed, irritated, and causes pain, most commonly in people over 40 years.

Physical Therapy Guide to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Apr 27, 2021 / Guide

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the wrist and hand. It can affect the use of the entire arm.

Choosing Physical Therapy for Tennis Elbow Outperforms Steroid Injections and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat tennis elbow according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Beyond Opioids: Transforming Pain Management to Improve Health

Feb 20, 2018 / Podcast

A panel of seven experts discuss how pain management in America can move beyond opioids to improve the health of society.

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Telehealth in Physical Therapy

Mar 7, 2024 / Article

Want to take advantage of today's technology to receive physical therapy remotely? Wondering how it works? Get answers to frequently asked questions.

Physical Therapy Guide to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Jun 9, 2022 / Guide

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome can be a painful and disabling condition of the upper arm, forearm, and hand resulting from compression of the structures in the space above the first rib and between the collarbone.

Physical Therapy Guide to Obesity

Jun 13, 2021 / Guide

Obesity is a chronic disease in which excess body fat worsens health and increases the risk for chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, stroke, depression, and some cancers.

Success Story: A Knee Injury Ends Basketball Dreams, Inspires Career Path

Jan 7, 2016 / Podcast

Jonathan's knee injury derailed him from his basketball dreams, but opened his eyes to a career that could help give back to others.

Physical Therapy Guide to Falls

May 9, 2023 / Guide

Falls and a fear of falling can diminish your ability to lead a full life. Physical therapy can help you improve your balance, muscle strength, and endurance and lower your fall risk.

Opioids Largely Ineffective for Low Back Pain

Jun 16, 2016 / Did You Know?

People with chronic low back pain might get "modest, short-term pain relief" from opioids. But when it comes to long-term treatment, evidence to support the effectiveness of opioids is "lacking."