Jan 31, 2025 / Guide

A groin strain is an injury to the body where the abdomen meets the leg and the inner thigh muscles attach to the pubic bone.

Aug 5, 2024 / Guide

A pelvic fracture is a crack or break in one or more bones in the pelvis. Physical therapy can help reduce pain and improve function by restoring strength, mobility, and balance.

Jun 13, 2020 / Guide

A femur fracture is a break, crack, or crush injury of the (femur) thigh bone. It is sometimes referred to as a hip fracture or broken hip when it occurs near the hip joint.

Nov 29, 2020 / Guide

Meralgia paresthetica, or Bernhardt-Roth syndrome, is a condition that causes numbness, tingling, or burning pain in the outer thigh.

May 25, 2021 / Guide

Pelvic pain occurs in the lower abdomen, pelvis, or perineum (the area between the anus and the vagina or scrotum. It has many possible causes.

Jun 26, 2018 / Did You Know?

A Health Services Research study shows that using it as a first-line approach not only saves money, but also dramatically reduces the chance of receiving a prescription for dangerous opioids.

Mar 10, 2026 / Guide

Plica syndrome causes knee pain. This guide explains plica syndrome, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and physical therapy treatment to address pain, improve strength, and restore healthy movement.

Jun 5, 2014 / Podcast

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 25% of people may develop hip osteoarthritis by age 85.

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Although osteoarthritis cannot be reversed, osteoarthritis symptoms often can be effectively managed through conservative approaches like exercise and physical therapist treatment.

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.