Sep 1, 2016 / Podcast

Joanne was enjoying life as an art teacher when she started having hip pain that intensified, making it hard to stand or walk.

Jun 6, 2024 / Health Tips

Pain at the front of the knee, under or around the kneecap (patella) is called patellofemoral pain. It is one of the most common types of knee pain and often occurs among athletes, active teenagers, older adults, and people who do physical labor.

Apr 30, 2019 / Podcast

What is pain and what are the most effective and least harmful ways for health care providers to address it?

Feb 5, 2020 / Guide

Shoulder replacement (arthroplasty) is a surgery to replace all or part of the shoulder joint.

Jul 14, 2020 / Video

Physical therapist led simple hip exercises and stretches to help reduce mild hip pain and stiffness.

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Regular physical activity is one of the best things that you can do for your health.

Jul 31, 2025 / Guide

Cerebral palsy is a term that describes a group of disorders affecting movement and posture. CP is caused by injury to the brain that occurs before, during, or up to two years after birth.

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APTA's Media Corps members serve as a resource for journalists who are working on health and wellness articles related to physical therapy, research, policy, and the critical role physical therapists play in our nation's health.

Mar 9, 2026 / Article

Injured at work? A new Montana law allows physical therapists to serve as treating physicians for many work-related injuries. Now you can get the care you need faster and get on the road to recovery sooner. Learn more.

Jun 7, 2022 / Guide

Female athlete triad is a condition involving three factors: energy availability, bone mineral density, and the menstrual cycle. It can lead to eating problems, low bone density, and menstrual cycle changes.