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Physical Therapy Guide to Prader-Willi Syndrome

May 7, 2025 / Guide

Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects many body systems. It often results in obesity and mild to moderate cognitive disability.

What Is Digital Health in Physical Therapy and Is It Right for Me?

Feb 20, 2024 / Health Tips

Digital health is the fusion of medical knowledge with technology. Learn how a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant may use it to help you.

Feet First: 6 Tips to Maintain Healthy Feet and the Freedom to Move

Jun 28, 2024 / Health Tips

Feet are among the most important body parts. Learn how to take care of your feet with these foot care tips from physical therapists so you can keep moving freely.

11 Ways Physical Therapists Help Slow the Progression of Parkinson Disease

Dec 4, 2019 / Health Tips

It is well-known that exercise of any kind is good for each person's health, both body and mind. But did you know that it is even more important for those living with Parkinson disease?

5 Things to Ease Your Hospital Stay

Apr 15, 2024 / Health Tips

Hospital stays for sickness or injury can be overwhelming, emotionally and physically.

Sports Injuries and Emotions: How Physical Therapists Can Help With Both, Plus Tips for Athletes

Jun 10, 2021 / Health Tips

Sports injuries can occur whether you are competing on a team or doing regular exercise. But the body is not the only thing affected.

Physical Therapy Guide to Bell's Palsy

Sep 20, 2017 / Guide

Bell's palsy is a temporary facial paralysis that can affect a person's daily function, communication with others, self-esteem, and quality of life.

Physical Therapy and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: 5 Things You Should Know

Apr 11, 2023 / Health Tips

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare disease that causes muscles to degenerate. While there is no cure at this time, treatments and therapies, including physical therapy, can help people live longer and healthier lives.

7 Ways Children With Cancer Benefit From Physical Activity

Jul 27, 2021 / Health Tips

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention recommends 60 minutes per day of moderate to vigorous exercise for healthy children. Being physically active can be a challenge for children with cancer.

Parkinson Disease: 9 Things to Know for Better Quality of Life

Jun 8, 2022 / Health Tips

While there is no cure for Parkinson disease, high-quality evidence indicates that a physical therapist can help you delay many of its adverse effects and address problems that limit your ability to move, walk, or do your daily tasks.