Jan 16, 2024 / Guide

Autism spectrum disorder is a group of developmental disabilities that affects how people experience the world. ASD can involve learning, thinking, and problem-solving challenges that range from mild to severe.

Aug 25, 2025 / Guide

Intellectual disability, or ID, affects learning, thinking, and everyday tasks like dressing and communicating. Many parents seek physical therapist services to help improve their child’s overall movement (motor) skills.

Jun 12, 2020 / Health Tips

If you have spent time in a hospital intensive care unit, or ICU, you may experience problems with your physical abilities, mental health, or cognition — your ability to think. This is called post-intensive care syndrome, or PICS.

Jun 16, 2022 / Guide

Plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, and dolichocephaly (flat head syndrome) are skull deformations caused by an infant being in one position for too long. Early treatment is vital to prevent further flattening and reduce the risk of developmental problems.

Mar 26, 2024 / Health Tips

Research shows that both strengthening and stretching exercise programs can greatly reduce pain and improve walking in people with plantar fasciitis. These six exercises from physical therapists may help.

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.

Sep 24, 2025 / Guide

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition affecting the nerves that results in pain, muscle weakness, numbness, or tingling and trouble with balance. Learn the facts about physical therapy to improve function and well-being.

Feb 4, 2021 / Podcast

Physical therapist Kara Shull believes discusses the "five pillars of movement" as the basis for a healthy, active life. She wants everyone, especially kids in underserved communities to have access to it.

Jun 22, 2022 / Guide

Congenital heart defects are the most common type of birth defect. Physical therapists help children meet motor (movement) milestones, improve their tolerance for play and activity, and address the effects of surgery.

Sep 18, 2022 / Guide

Knee osteoarthritis is a condition that results from degenerative changes to the cartilage between the bones of the knee joint. Physical therapists help people with knee OA to reduce pain and improve mobility.