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.

Sep 10, 2020 / Guide

Diastasis rectus abdominis is the separation of the left and right sides of the outermost abdominal (stomach) muscle.

Jan 11, 2020 / Guide

Osteopenia is lower-than-normal bone density or thickness (low bone mass). It is often confused with osteoporosis, a condition involving more severe bone loss.

May 14, 2026 / Guide

Perthes disease is a rare hip condition that begins with a disruption of blood flow to the head of the femur (thigh bone). It most often occurs in children 4 to 8 years old.

Feb 5, 2020 / Guide

Shoulder replacement (arthroplasty) is a surgery to replace all or part of the shoulder joint.

Aug 25, 2025 / Guide

Intellectual disability, or ID, affects learning, thinking, and everyday tasks like dressing and communicating. Many parents seek physical therapist services to help improve their child’s overall movement (motor) skills.

Nov 15, 2021 / Guide

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease. It causes pain and stiffness in the spine, pelvis, and other joints (hips, shoulders, knees, and ankles). AS is a chronic (lifelong) disease for which people can benefit from physical therapy.

Dec 29, 2019 / Guide

A bunion (hallux valgus) is a bony bump on the side of the foot that develops at the base of the big toe.

May 22, 2023 / Guide

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, causes difficulty with breathing and leads to other problems.

Sep 9, 2023 / Guide

Degenerative disk disease is a natural part of aging, like getting gray hair. It is not always painful, but can be one cause of back and neck pain. Physical therapy is an effective treatment option.