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Man Who Lost 300 Pounds Credits Physical Therapist With Transforming His Life

Jul 28, 2021 / Patient Stories

Scott was was 50 years old, 520 pounds, and depressed. He found hope and better health through physical therapy.

More Movement Linked to Better Health and a Longer Life Span

Sep 1, 2020 / Did You Know?

A March 2020 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that people who take more steps daily greatly lower their risk of an early death from any cause.

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.

Overuse Injuries More Common in High School Girls Than Boys

Jul 10, 2015 / Did You Know?

Among high school athletes, girls are at greater risk for overuse injuries than boys, according to a recent national study published in the Journal of Pediatrics.

7 Exercises For Healthy Aging

Sep 9, 2021 / Health Tips

Including the following exercises into your daily physical activity routine can help you keep your strength, agility, and balance so you can age well.

Physical Therapy Guide to Inner Ear Trauma

Jul 19, 2020 / Guide

Hitting your head hard enough to cause a concussion or injuring your neck in a fall or car accident can damage the structures of your inner ear and cause vision, balance, and coordination problems

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear: How Physical Therapy Can Help and What to Expect

Mar 24, 2026 / Guide

An anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, tear is an injury to the knee that often affects athletes who participate in soccer, basketball, skiing, and gymnastics. Learn the facts about treatment by a physical therapist.

Heart Disease and Heart Failure: How Physical Therapy Can Help and What to Expect

Jul 17, 2026 / Guide

Heart disease and heart failure are systemic cardiovascular diseases that can affect exercise tolerance, endurance, and quality of life.

Physical Therapy Guide to Osteopenia (Low Bone Mass)

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.

Choose Movement Over Bed Rest to Improve Your Hospital Stay and Ease Your Return Home

Jan 8, 2025 / Health Tips

People in the hospital spend spend over 80% of their time in bed. Bed rest may be unavoidable for some, based on their condition, but it's harmful for most people.