Jan 22, 2022 / Guide

Knee bursitis occurs when one or more of the fluid-filled sacs in the knee become damaged, irritated, or inflamed. Physical therapists help people with knee bursitis reduce pain, swelling, stiffness, and weakness in the knee or leg.

Dec 21, 2018 / Guide

Rotator cuff tendinitis occurs when the tendon connected to the rotator cuff muscles becomes inflamed, irritated, and causes pain, most commonly in people over 40 years.

Mar 20, 2021 / Guide

An acromioclavicular, or AC, joint injury is an injury to the top of the shoulder. It occurs most commonly in people younger than 35.

Feb 7, 2022 / Guide

Tennis elbow is a painful condition caused by overuse of the muscles in the forearm that extend the wrist and fingers.

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.

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.

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.

Sep 24, 2025 / Guide

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition affecting the nerves that results in pain, muscle weakness, numbness, or tingling and trouble with balance. Learn the facts about physical therapy to improve function and well-being.

Aug 4, 2026 / Article

Struggling with sleep or morning pain? These tips from a physical therapist can help you choose the right mattress and pillow for better comfort, support, and rest.

Jul 22, 2026 / Health Tips

With the right type and amount of physical activity, we can help stave off many age-related health problems. These nine tips from physical therapists will help you live life to its fullest.