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Physical Therapy as Effective as Surgery for Degenerative Disk Disease

Sep 30, 2013 / Did You Know?

Before undergoing surgical spinal fusion, patients with degenerative disk disease should first try physical therapy.

Benefits of Early Physical Therapy Treatment for Sciatica

Nov 5, 2020 / Podcast

Is a wait-and-see approach to sciatica (back pain that radiates to the leg) needlessly prolonging pain? Physical therapist Julie Fritz answers that question and more.

Recovery From Debilitating Abdominal Pain Inspires a New Career Path

Nov 16, 2017 / Podcast

Michelle, an 18-year-old college student, started experiencing intense abdominal pain that worsened. Her pain was "off the charts."

Women's Health Across the Lifespan

May 15, 2012 / Podcast

A panel discussion on women's health issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, osteoporosis, chronic pain, lymphedema, pregnancy, and post-partum conditions that can be prevented and/or treated by a physical therapist.

Health Center on Concussion

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A physical therapist can assess symptoms to determine if a concussion is present, and treat the injury by guiding the patient through a safe and individualized recovery program.

Physical Therapy Guide to Heart Disease and Heart Failure

Feb 7, 2021 / Guide

Heart disease and heart failure are systemic cardiovascular diseases that can affect exercise tolerance, endurance, and quality of life.

PT Overcomes Nine Concussions, Designs Protocol For Treating Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Feb 20, 2020 / Podcast

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

ESPN's Stephania Bell on ACL Injuries and Fantasy Sports

Apr 3, 2013 / Podcast

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

NBA Great Grant Hill Reflects on Playing Through Pain

Dec 5, 2017 / Podcast

Basketball great Grant Hill played 19 seasons in the NBA, which meant he had lots of experience playing through pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Concussion

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