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Women's health physical therapists evaluate and treat conditions that specifically affect women. They design treatment plans for each woman’s needs, challenges, and goals.

Assess Your Falls Risk

Sep 11, 2024 / Article

Falls prevention is often overlooked until a fall occurs. For older adults and those with balance or mobility issues, assessing your falls risk is crucial to prevent falls and related injuries. Stay proactive and safe by knowing your risk factors.

Acute Care Physical Therapy

Feb 2, 2016 / Podcast

Patients in the hospital (acute care) are going to see many medical providers, at least one of which will likely be a physical therapist.

5 Tips to Safely Benefit From Walking for People With Arthritis

Mar 26, 2019 / Health Tips

Walking is a safe, enjoyable, low-cost and low-impact physical activity. If you have arthritis, follow these tips to help make a walking program safe and enjoyable.

Physical Therapy for Long COVID

Aug 28, 2024 / Health Tips

Most people fully recover from COVID-19. For some people, symptoms linger for weeks or months beyond what the “normal” timeline for recovery. Physical therapy can help you safely address the symptoms of long COVID.

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Physical Therapy

May 31, 2017 / Podcast

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes joint inflammation and pain.

What Is Pediatric Physical Therapy?

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Vertigo

Apr 11, 2021 / Guide

Vertigo is a sensation or feeling that a person or their environment is spinning. It can cause balance problems and often is a result of an inner ear problem. 

7 Tips to Avoid Aches and Pains While Gardening

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.

Exercise for Arthritis: What You Should Know

May 26, 2016 / Health Tips

Do you have stiff, achy, painful joints? You're not alone.