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Headaches and Physical Therapy

Feb 5, 2019 / Podcast

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

Physical Therapy Guide to Flat Feet in Children

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury

Aug 31, 2020 / Guide

Posterior cruciate ligament, or PCL, injury occurs when one of the ligaments on the inside of the knee gets overstretched.

Physical Therapy Guide to Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS or "IT Band Syndrome")

May 20, 2020 / Guide

Iliotibial band syndrome, or ITBS, is one of the most common leg overuse injuries, particularly in endurance sports that causes pain during repetitive activities like running and cycling.

Physical Therapy Guide to Peroneal Tendinopathy

Dec 16, 2019 / Guide

Peroneal tendinopathy is an injury to the tendons of the foot and/or ankle. It often affects athletes like long-distance runners, basketball players, and dancers.

4 Tips to Live Your Best Life

Oct 11, 2022 / Health Tips

These tips from physical therapists can be key to unlocking better health and living your best life.

5 Tips to Safely Benefit From Walking for People With Arthritis

Mar 26, 2019 / Health Tips

Walking is a safe, enjoyable, low-cost and low-impact physical activity. If you have arthritis, follow these tips to help make a walking program safe and enjoyable.

Physical Therapy Guide to Acromioclavicular Joint Injuries

Mar 20, 2021 / Guide

An acromioclavicular, or AC, joint injury is an injury to the top of the shoulder. It occurs most commonly in people younger than 35.

Physical Therapy Guide to Knee Bursitis

Jan 22, 2022 / Guide

Knee bursitis occurs when one or more of the fluid-filled sacs in the knee become damaged, irritated, or inflamed. Physical therapists help people with knee bursitis reduce pain, swelling, stiffness, and weakness in the knee or leg.

Physical Therapy Guide to Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Jun 11, 2021 / Guide

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis is the most common hip disorder seen in children aged 12 to 16 years. It involves the long bone of the thigh, the ball of the hip joint, and the nearby growth plate and causes pain and trouble walking.