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7 Myths About Physical Therapy

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Common misconceptions often discourage people from seeing a physical therapist. Seven common myths about physical therapy get debunked.

Physical Therapy Guide to Biceps Tendinitis

Dec 12, 2018 / Guide

Biceps tendinitis is a common cause of shoulder pain and impingement. It often develops in people who do repeated overhead movements.

3 Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help Manage Headaches

Dec 5, 2018 / Health Tips

Headaches affect 47% of the global population. Many headaches are harmless and resolve gradually. For more frequent moderate to severe headaches, a physical therapist can develop an effective treatment plan.

Physical Therapy Guide to Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

Jan 3, 2021 / Guide

Shoulder impingement syndrome (also called subacromial pain syndrome) occurs as the result of chronic, repeated compression of the rotator cuff tendons. It causes pain and movement problems.

Physical Therapy Guide to Down Syndrome

Jan 23, 2022 / Guide

Down Syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, is the most common chromosomal condition in the United States. Physical therapists work with people with DS from infancy through adulthood to help them function as independently as possible.

Achilles Tendinopathy: How Physical Therapy Can Help and What to Expect

Sep 2, 2025 / Guide

Achilles tendinopathy is an irritation of the Achilles tendon. It is one of the most common types of pain felt behind the heel and up the back of the ankle when walking or running.

Physical Therapy Guide to Calf Strain

Dec 13, 2019 / Guide

A calf strain is an injury to the muscles in the back of your leg, below the knee.

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Physical Therapy

May 31, 2017 / Podcast

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes joint inflammation and pain.

Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee

May 11, 2017 / Podcast

Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint disease that affects between 27 million and 30 million Americans. It can cause pain and stiffness.

Patient Story: Jun (From Amputee to Marathon Runner)

Jul 22, 2019 / Video

Jun’s physical therapist helped him manage pain and achieve his movement goals after his left leg needed to be amputated below the knee to stop the spread of cancer.