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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.

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.

'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.

A Car Accident Almost Ended Her Life, But a Second Chance Fueled Her Recovery

Jan 20, 2016 / Patient Stories

"I was so thrilled that I was given a second chance. I couldn't help but be happy and keep a smile on my face, despite the incredible pain I was enduring."

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.

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?

Concussion: 'Head in the Game' Series on Concussion in Sports

Aug 26, 2012 / Podcast

A former NFL player and experts in concussion management, rehab, and research discuss concussion treatment, and provide tips for athletes and parents.

Early Physical Therapy Can Be Cost-Effective Treatment for Low Back Pain

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.