Jul 29, 2021 / Patient Stories

"Physical therapy was the thing that helped me the most."

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.

Oct 11, 2022 / Health Tips

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

May 8, 2023 / Guide

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition that results from abnormal pressure on a nerve on the inside of the ankle.

Jan 2, 2021 / Guide

Compartment syndrome occurs when there is increased pressure in one of the compartments of the body. It results in deep pain (usually in the leg or arm).

Feb 12, 2018 / Guide

A triangular fibrocartilage complex tear is an injury to the ligaments in the middle and outer side of the wrist.

Feb 13, 2023 / Guide

Ankle sprains occur when the foot twists or turns beyond its normal range of motion, causing the ankle ligaments to overstretch or tear.

Jul 19, 2020 / Guide

The medial collateral ligament, or MCL, can be sprained or torn from a blow to the outer side of the knee when twisting the knee or by a quick direction change while walking or running.

Jan 5, 2020 / Guide

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that often results in pain and inflammation in joints on both sides of the body. It can become disabling.

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The demanding role often means that the caregiver is often in need of assistance. Physical therapists often work with caregivers and see the toll it can take, which can ultimately turn the caregiver into a patient in need of care as well.