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Health Center: Caregivers

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The demanding role often means that the caregiver is often in need of assistance. Physical therapists often work with caregivers and see the toll it can take, which can ultimately turn the caregiver into a patient in need of care as well.

Health Center: Children

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Physical therapists help people with conditions, illnesses, or injuries that develop in childhood and limit movement or function. They continue to work with them across their life span as needed.

Former Kentucky and NBA Star Rex Chapman Speaks Out About His Experience With Opioid Addiction

Jul 17, 2018 / Podcast

Addiction can happen to anyone. Former basketball player Rex Chapman, enjoyed a 12-year career in the NBA, but what followed was a 14-year battle with prescription narcotics.

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 Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Tear

Feb 12, 2018 / Guide

A triangular fibrocartilage complex tear is an injury to the ligaments in the middle and outer side of the wrist.

Physical Therapy Guide to Discoid Meniscus

May 22, 2020 / Guide

A discoid meniscus is an abnormally shaped cartilage in the knee joint most commonly discovered in childhood or youth.

Physical Therapy Guide to Hyperkyphosis (Humpback)

Feb 12, 2023 / Guide

Hyperkyphosis is a spinal deformity causing a forward-curved posture of the upper back (thoracic spine).

Arthritis: Find a Community-based Physical Activity Program

Jan 16, 2024 / Health Tips

Regular physical activity can benefit your physical, mental, and social health, and prevent or improve many chronic conditions. These community-based physical activity programs have been shown to help people manage arthritis and related chronic conditions

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 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.