Jun 16, 2021 / Article

Find a Physical Therapist. Search the American Physical Therapy Association's Find a PT directory to find physical therapists near you.

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In the United States, 61 million adults and more than 3 million children live with some form of functional disability. They may need help from a physical therapist to achieve a healthy lifestyle and avoid preventable chronic diseases.

May 17, 2024 / Health Tips

Common gardening activities, such as digging, planting, weeding, mulching, and raking can lead to discomfort in your muscles and joints. You can minimize these by following these tips from physical therapists.

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.

Aug 15, 2014 / Podcast

Hit by a car while riding his bike at age 14 changed the course of Tim Haitz's life for almost 30 years, until he met his physical therapist.

Jul 28, 2021 / Patient Stories

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

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.

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.

Jul 19, 2024 / Guide

An elbow fracture is a bone break that occurs in the middle of the arm, in the elbow joint area.

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.