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Physical Therapy: Gateway to Adventure, Independence, and Community

Sep 3, 2020 / Podcast

Physical therapist Carol-Ann Nelson is helping people with neurologic conditions enjoy the great outdoors at Destination Rehab.

All Pain-Related Content

Sep 24, 2021 / Article

3 Tips for Backpack Safety

Jun 27, 2024 / Health Tips

Children —and adults — should follow these simple tips when wearing a backpack to avoid postural problems and pain.

Recovery From a Stroke: 9 Benefits of Physical Therapy

Sep 4, 2020 / Health Tips

Each year, nearly 800,000 people in the United States experience a stroke that can lead to long-term disability. About two-thirds of people who survive a stroke will need some form of physical or other therapy.

Tips to Safely Use Walking Aids

Oct 17, 2017 / Health Tips

Physical therapists recommend that older adults who use canes and walkers as walking aids be assessed and fitted properly to avoid falls and related injuries.

Living With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Aug 8, 2017 / Podcast

Victoria Graham attempts to go through each day with the positivity of a beauty pageant champion, but behind her smile is almost constant pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Total Hip Replacement (Arthroplasty)

Sep 25, 2018 / Guide

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

Physical Therapy Guide to Balance Problems

Mar 10, 2021 / Guide

Balance problems make it hard for people to maintain stable posture and stay upright when standing, walking, and even sitting. Physical therapy can help you improve your balance and reduce your risk for falls.

What Is Physical Therapy?

Oct 5, 2023 / Video

Curious about how physical therapists and physical therapist assistants can help people maintain or restore quality of life? This video explains.

Dancing with the Stars Pro Val Chmerkovskiy and Physical Therapy's Role on the Show

Dec 2, 2019 / Podcast

Val Chmerkovskiy and physical therapist Gina Minchella share show insights, and how they reduce the risk of injury and treat the aches and pains from competitive dancing.