Aug 15, 2023 / Guide

Trismus describes any number of conditions that cause a person to be unable to open their mouth or jaw. Physical therapy can help restore full jaw function.

Aug 14, 2018 / Podcast

Most people know pregnancy is divided into trimesters. But what about the fourth trimester?

Jun 18, 2015 / Podcast

Total shoulder replacements aren't nearly as common as knee and hip replacements, but they can be effective for osteoarthritis, among other conditions, when conservative treatments fail.

Jul 28, 2021 / Patient Stories

Today he is a professional cyclist and a physical therapist. But as a teenager Tim Haitz moved so awkwardly that other kids called him "swivel."

Nov 30, 2018 / Health Tips

Physical therapists are movement experts who help people reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and stay active throughout life. Don't let these common misconceptions keep you from seeking physical therapist treatment.

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Women's health physical therapists evaluate and treat conditions that specifically affect women. They design treatment plans for each woman’s needs, challenges, and goals.

Feb 5, 2019 / Podcast

Headaches that last may need treatment by a physical therapist — or referral to another health care provider.

Feb 19, 2025 / Guide

Flat feet, or pes planus, is a common condition related to arch development. Most children outgrow it but flat feet can affect activity and posture or cause pain. An assessment and treatment by a physical therapist can help.

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.

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.