Jan 30, 2019 / Health Tips

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. Ten percent of Americans will experience it at some point during their lifetime, both athletes and nonathletes. Learn about risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.

Dec 22, 2015 / Podcast

Marybeth Smith was watching the Biggest Loser when she decided it was time to get serious about losing weight. Then she got injured.

Sep 17, 2018 / Guide

Lower extremity stress fractures are fractures of the bones in the lower legs or feet that occur with repeated activities.

Aug 19, 2022 / Guide

Patellar instability describes a range of conditions where the kneecap is displaced from its normal position. It is most common in teen female athletes.

Sep 9, 2024 / Health Tips

Pain in children from an accident, illness, or injury usually resolves with time or simple treatments. Chronic pain in children is a complex biological, psychological, and social condition that needs personalized treatment?

Oct 17, 2017 / Health Tips

Improper lifting technique can cause neck, shoulder and back pain, and possibly even more serious injuries. Learning the proper way to lift will help you reduce the risk for pain and injury.

Jan 9, 2025 / Guide

Toe walking can occur in all children under age 2 as part of normal early development. If it continues more than six months after a child’s first steps, it may indicate other conditions and should be assessed by a physical therapist.

Nov 20, 2014 / Podcast

Andrea Parada ran her first marathon in her 40s without pain. Months later, she could hardly get out of bed.

Sep 28, 2020 / Guide

Complex regional pain syndrome generally arises from an injury to an arm or leg, such as a fracture, surgery, sprain, or strain, that has had enough time to heal.

May 20, 2020 / Guide

Iliotibial band syndrome, or ITBS, is one of the most common leg overuse injuries, particularly in endurance sports that causes pain during repetitive activities like running and cycling.