Sep 14, 2021 / Handouts

Six simple exercises to gauge your flexibility, balance, strength, and cardiovascular capacity.

Nov 7, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist describes aquatic physical therapy and its benefits.

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Pediatric physical therapists provide care and treatment for children (birth to 21 years) with traumatic, developmental, and systemic disorders. They work with children and their families to promote a child's ability to function independently and participate.

Oct 31, 2025 / Guide

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis is one of the most common hip disorders in children ages 12 to 16 years. It involves the long bone of the thigh, the ball of the hip joint, and the nearby growth plate and causes pain and trouble walking.

Nov 30, 2015 / Patient Stories

"My kids are my main driving force to make me want to do everything with them."

Jul 23, 2021 / Guide

Scoliosis is a condition that affects the normal shape of the spine, altering a person's overall trunk alignment and posture.

Dec 20, 2018 / Health Tips

Working at a computer all day can take a toll on the body. Repeated activities and lack of movement can lead to aches, pains, and injuries. Here are some tips from physical therapists to prevent and reduce aches and pains due to office work.

May 17, 2024 / Health Tips

Common gardening activities, such as digging, planting, weeding, mulching, and raking can lead to discomfort in your muscles and joints. You can minimize these by following these tips from physical therapists.

Jan 18, 2016 / Podcast

Blood flow restriction training is a treatment method that involves applying a tourniquet to an injured limb. A physical therapist describes how it works.

Jul 2, 2018 / Did You Know?

For U.S. residents, ages 65 and older, the rate of deaths related to falls steadily increased by 31% from 2007 through 2016, making falls the leading cause of injury-related deaths in this age group.