Apr 13, 2020 / Guide

Cervical radiculopathy, often called a pinched nerve in the neck, causes pain to radiate (extend) to the shoulder, shoulder blade, arm, or hand.

Apr 1, 2025 / Guide

A herniated disk occurs when a disk between the bones of the spine is injured. This can be caused by sudden trauma or long-term pressure on the spine.

Apr 18, 2024 / Health Tips

If you receive physical or other therapy services through a nursing home or home health agency, you should know your rights. You also should know about changes to how Medicare pays for these services.

Jul 8, 2020 / Guide

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV, is an inner-ear problem that causes short periods of dizziness when moving the head in certain positions.

Oct 31, 2024 / Guide

Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, is a condition that causes pain on the inside of the shin (the front part of the leg between the knee and ankle). Physical therapists help people with shin splints restore pain-free movement.

Jul 7, 2023 / Guide

Guillain-Barré syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that affects nerves and how they function in the body.

Jul 19, 2020 / Guide

Hitting your head hard enough to cause a concussion or injuring your neck in a fall or car accident can damage the structures of your inner ear and cause vision, balance, and coordination problems

Jan 23, 2023 / Guide

Hip osteoarthritis, or hip OA, is a health condition involving changes to the cartilage, ligaments, bone, and muscles surrounding the hip joint. It can make everyday activities, such as walking or climbing stairs, hard to do.

Mar 10, 2021 / Guide

Balance problems make it hard for people to maintain stable posture and stay upright when standing, walking, and even sitting. Physical therapy can help you improve your balance and reduce your risk for falls.

Dec 8, 2023 / Guide

Shoulder osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that lines the sides of the shoulder joint becomes worn down or thins out, and the shoulder bones start to degrade.