Jul 24, 2024 / Guide

Brachial plexus injury occurs most often during the birth process. It is a ner injury that can range from mild to sever and may be temporary or permanent. A physical therapist helps to prevent arm tightness and promote function.

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.

Sep 17, 2020 / Guide

Lymphedema is swelling in the arms or legs due to disruption of lymph fluid flow through the lymphatic system. It is caused either by a blockage or removal of the lymph nodes.

Jan 15, 2021 / Guide

A wound or skin injury can occur from an accident, injury, surgery, burn, circulation problems, diabetes, or spending too much time in one position.

Sep 14, 2026 / Guide

Congenital heart defects affect the way the heart works. Young children often need physical therapy due to problems meeting motor (movement) milestones, decreased tolerance for play and activity, or to recover from surgery.

Jun 20, 2025 / Guide

Sensory processing disorder describes when difficulties with noticing, making sense of, and/or reacting to information perceived from touch, taste, sight, smell, sound, movements, muscles and joints interfere with daily tasks.

Jun 8, 2022 / Guide

Parkinson's disease is a chronic degenerative brain disease affecting adults that can cause a decline in mobility, balance challenges, and thinking problems.