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Physical Activity's Role in Pain Avoidance and Chronic Pain Management

Oct 15, 2020 / Podcast

Learn from three physical therapists who are pain experts how to keep chronic pain from preventing you from enjoying the health benefits of being active.

9 Things You Should Know About Pain

Mar 29, 2018 / Health Tips

Pain can interfere with work, everyday activities, and affect quality of life. Here are nine things physical therapists want you to know about pain.

Chronic Pain and the Role of Physical Therapy

Jan 30, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the holistic approach that physical therapists use to treat chronic pain.

Health Center on Pain

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Pain is a completely personal experience, and it is one of the most common symptoms that may lead someone to seek the help of a physical therapist or other health care professional.

Physical Therapy Guide to Pain

Jun 26, 2018 / Guide

Pain is one of the most common symptoms that may lead someone to seek the help of a physical therapist or other health care professional.

Opioids Are No More Effective Than Nonopioids for Pain

Mar 28, 2018 / Did You Know?

According to a recent study, it appears that opioids may not be any more effective than nonopioid medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) for treating chronic back pain, or hip or knee osteoarthritis-related pain.

Widespread Pain Is Creating Widespread Prescription Drug Use

Oct 16, 2015 / Did You Know?

An estimated 126.1 million adults have felt some pain in the past 3 months, and 25.3 million adults suffer from pain daily, according to a recent study featured in the Journal of Pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Rotator Cuff Tear

Nov 24, 2017 / Guide

A rotator cuff tear occurs when injuries to the muscles or tendons cause tissue damage or disruption.

All Low Back Pain Content

Sep 24, 2021 / Article

Chronic Pain in Children and Physical Therapy: What You Should Know

Jun 27, 2019 / Health Tips

Nobody wants to see a child in pain. We most often see it after an accident, injury, or during an illness, but what about when it continues and does not resolve with time or simple treatments?