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Top 10 Benefits of Physical Activity

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.

Man Walks 1,000 Miles for Change, Justice, and Equality — Physical Therapist Helps

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.

'My Life Has Been Given Back To Me By A Physical Therapist'

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."

Motivated by Physical Therapy Experience, Woman Is Inspired to Give Back

Mar 21, 2019 / Podcast

For decades Colleen Rapp blazed a trail as a woman press operator at the Denver Post. Chronic pain and shoulder surgery, led her to physical therapy, which transformed her entire lifestyle.

What Is Digital Health in Physical Therapy and Is It Right for Me?

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.

MOVEMENT2BE Brings Fun, Physical Literacy To Underserved Youth

Feb 4, 2021 / Podcast

Physical therapist Kara Shull believes discusses the "five pillars of movement" as the basis for a healthy, active life. She wants everyone, especially kids in underserved communities to have access to it.

A Sudden and Mysterious Walking Pattern Is Diagnosed, Inspires Career Change

Mar 20, 2018 / Podcast

Once a competitive gymnast, Laura was always very active, until she developed an unusual walking pattern when her foot stopped working.

6 Exercises to Promote Balance That You Can Do at Home

May 16, 2024 / Health Tips

Balance training is an important and effective part of falls prevention. Performing safe home exercises can help strengthen your lower body to promote balance and reduce your overall fall risk, among other health benefits.

Cutting-Edge Treatment and Physical Therapy Helps Child Thrive After Severe Brain Damage

Jan 6, 2021 / Podcast

What do you do when a complication during delivery starves your newborn's brain of oxygen and doctors tell you he might never speak or walk?

Muscle Soreness: What's Normal, What's Not?

Sep 15, 2015 / Podcast

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness describes the muscle pain and stiffness felt one to 3 days after intense exercise.