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Success Story: Infantile Scoliosis and Pediatric Physical Therapy

Aug 5, 2014 / Podcast

Infantile scoliosis is rare, but a 4-month is making significant improvement in strength and range of motion through pediatric physical therapy.

What Is Physical Therapy?

Oct 5, 2023 / Video

Curious about how physical therapists and physical therapist assistants can help people maintain or restore quality of life? This video explains.

Fibromyalgia and Physical Therapy

Mar 1, 2016 / Podcast

Fibromyalgia affects around 5 million adults. Symptoms include widespread pain and fatigue, and can be difficult to diagnose.

Physical Therapy Equal to Surgery for Spinal Stenosis

Apr 29, 2015 / Did You Know?

Thinking of going under the knife for lumbar spinal stenosis? A new study found that you can have equal success skipping surgery and going straight to physical therapy.

What Is Acute Care Physical Therapy?

Jul 3, 2024 / Article

Learn about the knowledge, experience, and expertise of physical therapists who focus on or specialize in acute care physical therapy.

Physical Therapy Gets Retired Teacher Playing Piano Again

Oct 23, 2019 / Video

Linda loved playing the piano, but the effects of arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and surgeries made it difficult for her play. With the help of physical therapy, Linda is playing the piano again and teaching others how to play.

Motivated by Physical Therapy Experience, Woman Is Inspired to Give Back

Mar 21, 2019 / Podcast

For decades Colleen Rapp blazed a trail as a woman press operator at the Denver Post. Chronic pain and shoulder surgery, led her to physical therapy, which transformed her entire lifestyle.

What Is Pelvic and Women's Health Physical Therapy?

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Pelvic and women's health physical therapy focuses on treating the many abdominal and pelvic health concerns of adults and children with pelvic health conditions and the unique wellness and rehabilitation needs of women throughout their lifespan.

Physical Therapy vs Opioids: When to Choose Physical Therapy for Pain Management

Mar 16, 2016 / Health Tips

Prescribed opioids come with great risks, and they are not the only way to manage pain. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends nonopioid approaches to managing most pain. Learn when to choose physical therapy.

Physical Therapy's Role in the Fight Against COVID-19

Apr 30, 2020 / Podcast

COVID-19 can strike anyone. Its effects can range from mild to severe. Physical therapists and physical therapy will continue to be needed by many long after the illness.