Jun 20, 2025 / Guide

Sensory processing disorder describes when difficulties with noticing, making sense of, and/or reacting to information perceived from touch, taste, sight, smell, sound, movements, muscles and joints interfere with daily tasks.

Oct 6, 2016 / Patient Stories

Margaret didn't suffer any broken bones when a horse stepped on her foot, but afterward the pain never stopped. Her physical therapist helped her with complex regional pain syndrome.

Feb 20, 2020 / Podcast

Physical therapist Lauren Ziaks talks about the physical therapy treatment protocol she uses to help people get better after concussion.

Apr 3, 2013 / Podcast

Physical therapist and ESPN injury analyst Stephania Bell describes ACL injuries and gives insight about her unique career.

Dec 1, 2016 / Did You Know?

Despite knowing (and agreeing with) recommendations to not use imaging for low back pain without “red flag” indicators, doctors are still ordering unnecessary CTs and MRIs for patients.

Sep 9, 2023 / Guide

Degenerative disk disease is a natural part of aging, like getting gray hair. It is not always painful, but can be one cause of back and neck pain. Physical therapy is an effective treatment option.

Nov 1, 2024 / Guide

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition in which a person experiences widespread chronic pain and fatigue. Although there is no cure, there are treatments that can help improve function and quality of life, including physical therapy.

Oct 7, 2024 / Guide

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury; some cause lasting effects. A physical therapist can assess symptoms and treat concussion by guiding you through a safe personalized recovery program

Aug 15, 2019 / Podcast

Some physical therapists are using virtual reality to address pain and other issues, others are looking to add it to traditional physical therapy.

May 16, 2019 / Podcast

Pelvic floor issues can be physically and emotionally painful — and embarrassing — for anyone. For a person who is transgender these issues can be multiplied.