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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.

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Physical therapists can help to prevent many new parenting injuries. They also can treat the minor achesand pains or injuries that result from pregnancy and childbirth, and being a new parent.

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.

Jun 27, 2024 / Health Tips

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

Aug 19, 2022 / Guide

Patellar instability describes a range of conditions where the kneecap is displaced from its normal position. It is most common in teen female athletes.

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.

Jun 27, 2021 / Guide

Human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, is a retrovirus that attacks the immune system leaving a person vulnerable to further infection. In advanced stages, it is called acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, or AIDS.

May 9, 2023 / Guide

Meniscal tears are common injuries to the cartilage of the knee. They can affect athletes and nonathletes alike.

Apr 4, 2025 / Guide

Shoulder instability is a common injury among athletes that can result from a traumatic event. It also can occur without trauma. Proper treatment can support a return to activity and help prevent reinjury.

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Core strengthening is essential for the progression of other developmental skills. The core muscles are the muscles in the abdomen, back, and pelvis, and are the center of control for everything the body does.