Jun 16, 2022 / Guide

Plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, and dolichocephaly (flat head syndrome) are skull deformations caused by an infant being in one position for too long. Early treatment is vital to prevent further flattening and reduce the risk of developmental problems.

Jun 20, 2020 / Health Tips

Barriers to physical activity can be small or large, real or perceived. A physical therapist design a plan to help you meet your specific needs, challenges, and goals so you can enjoy the many health benefits of more movement.

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

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.

Feb 7, 2021 / Guide

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

Nov 19, 2016 / 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.

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.

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.

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.