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A High School Basketball Injury Inspired a Journey to Serve Others

Jan 4, 2016 / Patient Stories

After an ACL injury ended his high school basketball career, Jonathan felt "absorbed by self-pity." Physical therapy changed that.

7 Tips to Avoid Aches and Pains While Gardening

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.

Success Story: Overcoming a Lifelong Disability to Become a Professional Cyclist and a Physical Therapist

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.

Physical Therapists Help You Overcome Barriers to Physical Activity

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.

5 Tips to Fall Proof Your Home

Sep 13, 2024 / Health Tips

Falls are not a normal part of aging, and they are preventable. If you find yourself losing your balance, it's time to reduce your risk. A great place to start is in your own home.

Physical Therapy Guide to Heart Disease and Heart Failure

Feb 7, 2021 / Guide

Heart disease and heart failure are systemic cardiovascular diseases that can affect exercise tolerance, endurance, and quality of life.

Did You Know?: Doing Half the Recommended Physical Activity Can Still Lower Depression Risk

May 23, 2022 / Did You Know?

Getting the recommended amount of physical activity can lower depression risk. But what if you don’t — or can't — achieve that amount? A new study shows meeting the halfway mark can still lower depression risk.

Choosing Physical Therapy to Help Prevent Falls Is Superior to Doing Nothing and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to help prevent falls according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Child With Cancer Maintains Quality of Life Through Physical Therapy

Jan 4, 2015 / Patient Stories

To the end, Mathias Giordano loved soccer. His physical therapist helped him stay on the field while cancer was threatening his life.

Avoid Chronic Disease With Regular Physical Activity

Nov 14, 2020 / Health Tips

Most Americans don’t move enough despite proven benefits such as reduced risk of cancer and chronic diseases, improved bone health, cognitive function, weight control, and overall quality of life.