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Sports Injuries and Emotions: How Physical Therapists Can Help With Both, Plus Tips for Athletes

Jun 10, 2021 / Health Tips

Sports injuries can occur whether you are competing on a team or doing regular exercise. But the body is not the only thing affected.

Physical Therapy Guide to Diastasis Rectus Abdominis

Sep 10, 2020 / Guide

Diastasis rectus abdominis is the separation of the left and right sides of the outermost abdominal (stomach) muscle.

Physical Therapy Guide to Prader-Willi Syndrome

May 7, 2025 / Guide

Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects many body systems. It often results in obesity and mild to moderate cognitive disability.

Rebuilding Life After a Cardiac (Heart) Event: 5 Reasons Outpatient Physical Therapy Is Vital

Jul 17, 2026 / Article

Discover how outpatient physical therapy after a heart event restores strength, boosts recovery, and helps you return to life's activities with confidence.

Home Health Physical Therapy: How Care at Home Helps You Recover Safely

Jul 31, 2026 / Article

Home health physical therapy brings expert care to your home to rebuild strength, improve mobility, and support safe recovery.

6 Reasons to Consider Telehealth Physical Therapy

Mar 7, 2024 / Health Tips

Have you ever wanted your physical therapist to teach you how to move better in your home? Is it hard to get to your appointments? Telehealth — a live, one-on-one video appointment with your physical therapist — may be a solution.

7 Ways Children With Cancer Benefit From Physical Activity

Jul 27, 2021 / Health Tips

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention recommends 60 minutes per day of moderate to vigorous exercise for healthy children. Being physically active can be a challenge for children with cancer.

Parkinson Disease: 9 Things to Know for Better Quality of Life

Jun 8, 2023 / Health Tips

While there is no cure for Parkinson disease, high-quality evidence indicates that a physical therapist can help you delay many of its adverse effects and address problems that limit your ability to move, walk, or do your daily tasks.

Physical Therapy and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: 5 Things You Should Know

Apr 11, 2023 / Health Tips

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare disease that causes muscles to degenerate. While there is no cure at this time, treatments and therapies, including physical therapy, can help people live longer and healthier lives.

Physical Therapy Guide to Spina Bifida

Sep 10, 2025 / Guide

Spina bifida occurs when a baby's spin does not fully close during early pregnancy. It is also called a neural tube defect. An infant born with spina bifid will have a team of health care providers, including a physical therapist.