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Physical Therapy Helps College Student Control Pain, and Avoid Opioids

Nov 20, 2016 / Patient Stories

Morgan's treatment included aquatic physical therapy, balance training, and simple exercises that required mental and physical coordination.

What Patients Should Know About Degenerative Disk Disease

Jan 28, 2020 / Health Tips

Despite its name degenerative disk disease is not caused by a specific disease. Rather it is osteoarthritis of the spine, and a natural part of aging in some people. Learn about how to care for your spine and recommended treatment.

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Regular physical activity is one of the best things that you can do for your health.

Physical Therapy Guide to Falls

May 9, 2023 / Guide

Falls and a fear of falling can diminish your ability to lead a full life. Physical therapy can help you improve your balance, muscle strength, and endurance and lower your fall risk.

Physical Therapy Guide to Ankylosing Spondylitis

Nov 15, 2021 / Guide

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease. It causes pain and stiffness in the spine, pelvis, and other joints (hips, shoulders, knees, and ankles). AS is a chronic (lifelong) disease for which people can benefit from physical therapy.

Cleveland Clinic Program Looks to Change First-Option for Pain

Oct 6, 2016 / Podcast

A new pilot program at the Cleveland Clinic is analyzing ways to implement physical therapy and mental health therapy first for treatment of chronic pain.

Can Early Physical Therapy Reduce Opioid Use? New Research Says Yes!

Dec 14, 2018 / Health Tips

Opioids shouldn't be the first or only approach to treating most chronic pain. In 2016, the CDC released new guidelines supporting this message. Now a study published in JAMA supports those recommendations.

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Fibromyalgia

Nov 1, 2024 / Guide

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition in which a person experiences widespread chronic pain and fatigue. Although there is no cure, there are treatments that can help improve function and quality of life, including physical therapy.

Physical Therapy Guide to Below-Knee Amputation (Transtibial Amputation)

Jul 12, 2024 / Guide

Below-knee amputation is a surgical procedure performed to remove a damaged lower limb due to trauma, a congenital disability, or disease.