Jun 14, 2024 / Health Tips

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical treatment. Without proper treatment, it can linger for years. Physical therapy is e

Sep 29, 2014 / Article

While physical therapists are known as hands-on, movement specialists, evidence is beginning to suggest their ability to educate patients can improve outcomes and reduce health care costs as well.

Mar 26, 2024 / Health Tips

Research shows that both strengthening and stretching exercise programs can greatly reduce pain and improve walking in people with plantar fasciitis. These six exercises from physical therapists may help.

Apr 12, 2017 / Did You Know?

The results of a study in Jama Oncology confirm that exercise as a treatment is better than medications for cancer-related fatigue.

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

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.

May 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Mild meniscal tears and moderate knee osteoarthritis send some people under the knife. For many, all they really need is physical therapy.

Sep 16, 2013 / Did You Know?

Total hip and knee replacements are becoming increasingly common, and a recent study suggests that the overall length of the hospital stay following either operation can be reduced through "rapid rehabilitation."

May 4, 2021 / Did You Know?

A study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that people who exercised 150 minutes per week or more had a much lower risk of death and severe COVID-19. And people who did some physical activity fared better than those who did not exercise.

Jun 30, 2020 / Health Tips

You don't need a gym membership or fancy equipment to enjoy the benefits of physical activity. Try these short video programs presented by physical therapists to get moving.