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Physical Therapy Guide to Knee Osteoarthritis

Sep 18, 2022 / Guide

Knee osteoarthritis is a condition that results from degenerative changes to the cartilage between the bones of the knee joint. Physical therapists help people with knee OA to reduce pain and improve mobility.

Physical Therapy Guide to Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury

Aug 31, 2020 / Guide

Posterior cruciate ligament, or PCL, injury occurs when one of the ligaments on the inside of the knee gets overstretched.

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Lateral Collateral Ligament Sprain and Injury

Apr 13, 2020 / Guide

A lateral collateral ligament sprain occurs when the ligament on the outer side of the knee is overstretched, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and related weakness in the knee or leg.

Physical Therapy Guide to Lower Extremity Stress Fractures

Sep 17, 2018 / Guide

Lower extremity stress fractures are fractures of the bones in the lower legs or feet that occur with repeated activities.

Physical Therapy Guide to Peroneal Tendinopathy

Dec 16, 2019 / Guide

Peroneal tendinopathy is an injury to the tendons of the foot and/or ankle. It often affects athletes like long-distance runners, basketball players, and dancers.

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, 2021 / Patient Stories

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

About Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants

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Physical therapy is provided by licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.

Physical Therapy Helps Teenager Return to School and Life

Jul 29, 2021 / Patient Stories

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