Oct 3, 2018 / Podcast

When physical therapist Gwen Simons felt a lump in her left breast, it set in motion a series of decisions and scans that led to surgery.

Aug 23, 2016 / Podcast

The 2016 Olympic Games showcased the track and field sport, which may best exemplify the Olympic motto, "Citius, Altius, Forius" - "Faster, Higher, Stronger."

Jan 23, 2018 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses why she strictly treats adolescent female athletes in order keep them empowered and healthy.

Jun 29, 2017 / Podcast

The pain that Annie Karp felt in her hip wasn't intense, but it was unrelenting. She had no success with treatment, until a physical therapist asked: "Are you a dancer?"

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Whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain, physical therapists treat pain through movement, hands-on care, and patient education, resulting in positive side effects like improved mobility, independence, and wellness.

Jul 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Low back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work. A recent study suggests there's no reason to delay physical therapy that might relieve the pain.

Jul 28, 2021 / Patient Stories

Today he is a professional cyclist and a physical therapist. But as a teenager Tim Haitz moved so awkwardly that other kids called him "swivel."

Jun 28, 2024 / Health Tips

Most Americans do not move enough. The good news is that regular physical activity is one of the easiest ways to improve your quality of life and reduce your risk for chronic disease. Here are 10 benefits of exercise.

Aug 20, 2020 / Podcast

When George Floyd died under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer, Terry Willis worked to call attention to racial injustice in America. Physical therapy helped him along his journey.

Feb 20, 2024 / Health Tips

Digital health is the fusion of medical knowledge with technology. Learn how a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant may use it to help you.