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Parkinson Disease and the Role of Physical Therapy

Apr 18, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist underlines the vital importance of physical therapy for those with Parkinson disease.

Physical Therapy Lowers the Odds of Hospital Readmission or Death After Stroke

Apr 19, 2021 / Did You Know?

A study in the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation found that patients do better after a stroke if they get physical or occupational therapy while in the hospital.

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.

Physical Therapy "Lessens the Pain Tremendously"

Nov 20, 2016 / Patient Stories

In unbearable pain after a serious motorcycle accident and 11 surgeries, Dean gave physical therapy a chance.

Physical Therapy Specialty Areas

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Physical therapists can focus their practice on specific patient populations and many obtain advanced knowledge, skills, and experience designed to increase the quality of patient care in specific areas. Learn about the areas of specialization.

Physical Therapy — The Solution for Many Physical Challenges, Including Long COVID

Apr 24, 2023 / Video

Aches, pain, fatigue, and other physical challenges, including those from long COVID, can make it hard to manage everyday life. For challenges like these, physical therapy is the solution.

Why Physical Therapy Matters in Older Adulthood

Sep 24, 2025 / Article

Physical therapy helps improve function, encourage activity, and prevent injuries — empowering older adults to maintain independence and a high quality of life.

Treatment for Spinal Stenosis: Comparing Physical Therapy and Surgery

May 21, 2015 / Podcast

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a degenerative condition of the lower back. How does surgery compare with physical therapy for this condition?

Why Physical Therapy Matters in Middle Adulthood

Sep 24, 2025 / Article

Physical therapy helps people in middle adulthood stay strong and active so they can keep living the life they’ve built.

Total Knee Replacement: A Storybook Approach

Aug 6, 2015 / Podcast

Despite the growing popularity of knee replacement surgeries, families can still be overwhelmed by the recovery process. A physical therapist has written a book to help walk them through the journey.