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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.

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.

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.

3 Tips for Backpack Safety

Jun 27, 2024 / Health Tips

Children —and adults — should follow these simple tips when wearing a backpack to avoid postural problems and pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

Oct 13, 2020 / Guide

Golfer's elbow or thrower's elbow (medial epicondylitis) is a condition that develops when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed, and painful.

Physical Therapy Guide to Snapping Scapula Syndrome

Apr 13, 2020 / Guide

Snapping scapula syndrome is a condition that involves popping, grating, grinding, or "snapping" of bones and tissue in the shoulder blade area when lifting and moving the arm.

Physical Therapy Guide to Obesity

Jun 13, 2021 / Guide

Obesity is a chronic disease in which excess body fat worsens health and increases the risk for chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, stroke, depression, and some cancers.

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).