Oct 20, 2020 / Guide

Cancer is the growth of abnormal cells that destroy normal, healthy cells. Cancer and related treatments can cause physical problems.

Dec 13, 2024 / Guide

Above-knee amputation is the surgical removal of part leg above the knee due to trauma, disease, or infection.

Mar 24, 2026 / Guide

Lower extremity stress fractures are tiny cracks in the bones of the legs or feet that develop from overuse injuries. They are common in athletes, the military, and people who start a new exercise with too much intensity, too quickly. Learn the facts about treatment.

Oct 17, 2017 / Health Tips

Overtraining is a concern for all people pursuing fitness.

Apr 6, 2026 / Guide

A hamstring injury occurs when one or more of the three hamstring muscles or tendons (at the back of the thigh) are torn or strained. In most cases, hamstring strain injuries are successfully managed with physical therapy.

Sep 25, 2018 / Guide

Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) is a common surgery for severe arthritis or hip fracture when conservative treatments are not effective.

Mar 12, 2021 / Health Tips

After having a baby, you might want to get back into shape quickly. But it is important to make a slow return to full activity with tips from physical therapists.

May 22, 2024 / Health Tips

A history of cancer increases your risk of falling, at any age.

May 9, 2023 / Guide

Falls and a fear of falling can diminish your ability to lead a full life. Physical therapy can help you improve your balance, muscle strength, and endurance and lower your fall risk.

Jun 13, 2020 / Guide

A femur fracture is a break, crack, or crush injury of the (femur) thigh bone. It is sometimes referred to as a hip fracture or broken hip when it occurs near the hip joint.