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Physical Therapy Guide to Jaw Fracture (Temporomandibular Joint Fracture)

Sep 27, 2024 / Guide

Temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, fracture (jaw fracture) is the second most common fracture to the bones of the face. It can cause pain and jaw stiffness that can benefit from physical therapy.

Linebacker Turned PT Hopes to Inspire Healthy Movement and Quality of Life

Mar 4, 2021 / Podcast

As a punishing linebacker for the Texas Longhorns, Robert Killebrew delivered pain. Now, as a physical therapist, he's all about relieving it.

Living With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Aug 8, 2017 / Podcast

Victoria Graham attempts to go through each day with the positivity of a beauty pageant champion, but behind her smile is almost constant pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Osteomyelitis of the Jaw

Aug 15, 2023 / Guide

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. If it affects the jaw, lack of jaw and neck mobility may occur. Physical therapy helps to restore jaw mobility and the ability to eat, drink, and speak.

What Is Clinical Electrophysiology in Physical Therapy?

Jul 24, 2024 / Article

Physical therapists who are clinical electrophysiology specialists have additional skills and expertise to provide diagnostic services using electromyography (EMG) tests and nerve conduction studies. Learn how their skills can help you get the right treatment.

Professor Goes From Physical Therapy Skeptic to Believer

Jul 29, 2018 / Patient Stories

"I wouldn't hesitate to seek out the assistance of skilled physical therapists in the future."

Choosing Physical Therapy for Tennis Elbow Outperforms Steroid Injections and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat tennis elbow according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Physical Therapy Helps Teenager Return to School and Life

Jul 31, 2018 / Patient Stories

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

What Is Geriatric Physical Therapy?

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Geriatric physical therapists focus on improving function and quality of life for older adults. Learn about the conditions they regularly evaluate and treat.

Core Strengthening Activities for Children: Plank

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Core strengthening is essential for the progression of other developmental skills. The core muscles are the muscles in the abdomen, back, and pelvis, and are the center of control for everything the body does.