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Jan 11, 2020 / Guide
Osteopenia is lower-than-normal bone density or thickness (low bone mass). It is often confused with osteoporosis, a condition involving more severe bone loss.
Sep 30, 2022 / Did You Know?
Can regular physical activity reduce your risk of getting COVID-19 or other infectious diseases? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine answers this question.
Sep 6, 2019 / Health Tips
People in the hospital spend a lot of time in bed. One study found that hospital patients spend over 95% of their time in bed. Bed rest may be unavoidable for some, based on their condition, but it's harmful for most people.
Feb 7, 2021 / Guide
Heart disease and heart failure are systemic cardiovascular diseases that can affect exercise tolerance, endurance, and quality of life.
May 2, 2019 / Guide
The brachial plexus injury occurs most often in newborns when the bundle of nerves in the shoulder and under the arm get wedged in the birth canal.
Sep 29, 2020 / Podcast
Older adults who sit too much get out of shape. Senior pickleball athlete Andy Leighton and triathlete Patsy Lillehei join physical therapist Becca Jordre to share how it's never too late to be active and feel good.
May 23, 2022 / Did You Know?
Getting the recommended amount of physical activity can lower depression risk. But what if you don’t — or can't — achieve that amount? A new study shows meeting the halfway mark can still lower depression risk.
Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?
Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to help prevent falls according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?
Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat stress urinary incontinence according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Nov 14, 2020 / Health Tips
Most Americans don’t move enough despite proven benefits such as reduced risk of cancer and chronic diseases, improved bone health, cognitive function, weight control, and overall quality of life.