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5 Ways to Help Manage Osteoarthritis

Oct 17, 2023 / Health Tips

Osteoarthritis, or OA, is a degenerative joint disease that causes pain and stiffness and can lead to limited function. Knee OA is the most common type. Physical therapy can help people manage the symptoms and may help keep it from getting worse.

Pregnancy Pains: Causes, Solutions, and Comprehensive Relief

Jun 17, 2024 / Health Tips

Pregnancy can be an exciting and joyous experience. It also can come with discomfort and health concerns. Learn about the causes of pain during pregnancy and your treatment options.

Prescribed Opioids Resulted in 3.3 Billion Unused Pills

Nov 1, 2017 / Did You Know?

Despite increased efforts and awareness to reduce opioid use after surgery, nine out of 10 patients were prescribed an average of 85 pills after surgery in 2016, leaving 3.3 billion unused pills available for misuse.

3 Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help Manage Headaches

Dec 5, 2018 / Health Tips

Headaches affect 47% of the global population. Many headaches are harmless and resolve gradually. For more frequent moderate to severe headaches, a physical therapist can develop an effective treatment plan.

Success Story: Recovering from Total Shoulder Replacement with Dry Needling

Oct 10, 2013 / Podcast

The pain in Pam Pelton's shoulder was so severe she couldn't sleep. Then she tried dry needling with her physical therapist.

Headaches and Physical Therapy

Feb 5, 2019 / Podcast

Headaches that last may need treatment by a physical therapist — or referral to another health care provider.

“Specialized” High School Athletes More Likely to Report Hip and Knee Injuries

Aug 10, 2016 / Did You Know?

The study was small, but the results lined up with what many health care professionals have been saying for years: youth athletes who specialize in a single sport may be at a higher risk for injury.

Physical Therapy Guide to Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Sep 17, 2025 / Guide

Cubital tunnel syndrome is the second most common nerve problem in the arm. It can cause discomfort and pain in the elbow, forearm, and hand, leading to a loss of hand function. Get the facts about treatment.

Physical Therapy Guide to HIV Disease and AIDS

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.

Physical Therapist 'Helped To Put Me Back Together Again'

Dec 7, 2015 / Patient Stories

"Without her encouragement, and my support at home, I could not have done this."