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Physical Therapy Guide to Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

May 8, 2023 / Guide

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition that results from abnormal pressure on a nerve on the inside of the ankle.

Physical Therapy Guide to Compartment Syndrome

Jan 2, 2021 / Guide

Compartment syndrome occurs when there is increased pressure in one of the compartments of the body. It results in deep pain (usually in the leg or arm).

Physical Therapy Guide to Shoulder Labral Tear

Feb 20, 2025 / Guide

A tear in the shoulder labrum, or "labral tear," is a shoulder injury that can cause significant pain. It also may make it hard to move your arm. Learn how a physical therapist can help you manage shoulder labral tears without surgery.

Physical Therapy Guide to Ankle Sprain

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Medial Collateral Ligament Injury

Jul 19, 2020 / Guide

The medial collateral ligament, or MCL, can be sprained or torn from a blow to the outer side of the knee when twisting the knee or by a quick direction change while walking or running.

Physical Therapy Guide to Pitcher's Elbow

Jun 18, 2021 / Guide

Pitcher’s elbow (medial apophysitis) occurs as a result of an injury or irritation to the inside of the elbow. Sometimes called little league elbow, it is most common in young athletes ages 11 to 15 who play sports with repeated overhead movements.

Physical Therapy Guide to Rheumatoid Arthritis

Jan 5, 2020 / Guide

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that often results in pain and inflammation in joints on both sides of the body. It can become disabling.

Health Center on Arthritis

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Although osteoarthritis cannot be reversed, osteoarthritis symptoms often can be effectively managed through conservative approaches like exercise and physical therapist treatment.

Physical Therapy Guide to Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder

Dec 8, 2023 / Guide

Shoulder osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that lines the sides of the shoulder joint becomes worn down or thins out, and the shoulder bones start to degrade.

Physical Therapy Guide to Rotator Cuff Tear

Jun 30, 2025 / Guide

A rotator cuff tear can occur when injuries to the muscles or tendons that connect the upper arm bone to the shoulder blade cause tissue damage.