Jan 15, 2019 / Health Tips

For healthy bones, it is important to maintain a physically active lifestyle and eat a balanced diet. Physical therapists can design a unique program for you to help keep your bones healthy.

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One of the keys to preventing chronic conditions is regular physical activity, but declines in strength and flexibility can make that a challenge for even the most determined older adults.

Sep 30, 2022 / Did You Know?

Can regular physical activity reduce your risk of getting COVID-19 or other infectious diseases? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine answers this question.

Jun 5, 2018 / Did You Know?

Despite being the number one cause of disability around the world, low back pain is often improperly addressed with inappropriate tests and treatments, including addictive opioids.

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APTA's Media Corps members serve as a resource for journalists who are working on health and wellness articles related to physical therapy, research, policy, and the critical role physical therapists play in our nation's health.

May 1, 2024 / Health Tips

Acute health issues can be overwhelming. Early treatment by a physical therapist can help eliminate or minimize complications and improve your mobility and strength during and after your stay.

May 12, 2020 / Video

Kids of all abilities will enjoy and benefit from this exercise program led under the direction of a physical therapist to help kids meet movement goals.

Feb 9, 2017 / Podcast

Running mechanics is a new area of research. Much is still unknown, but this much is clear: women and men run differently.

Apr 11, 2017 / Podcast

As the team doctor for the Washington Nationals and Washington Redskins, Dr. Robin West knows what good teamwork looks like.

May 12, 2020 / Video

Bria Comer, PTA, and student Mycah Berson, take viewers to the beach through their imagination using principles of applied functional therapy in this exercise program for kids of all abilities.