Jun 7, 2024 / Health Tips

Bowel health can be uncomfortable to discuss, but it provides a good indication of your overall health. These tips from physical therapists for developing regular bowel routines can help you stay healthy.

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Jun 8, 2022 / Health Tips

While there is no cure for Parkinson disease, high-quality evidence indicates that a physical therapist can help you delay many of its adverse effects and address problems that limit your ability to move, walk, or do your daily tasks.

Oct 28, 2019 / Video

Mac is 12 years old and the starting catcher for his travel baseball team. A shoulder injury moved him to the bench. Physical therapy helped him recover so he could compete in the state tournament.

Aug 15, 2014 / Podcast

Hit by a car while riding his bike at age 14 changed the course of Tim Haitz's life for almost 30 years, until he met his physical therapist.

Apr 17, 2018 / Video

"When people with chronic pain see a physical therapist for the first time, they're often pleasantly surprised by how much they improve," says Pat Sheehy, PT, MS.

Sep 12, 2017 / Patient Stories

A drug pump "takes the edge off of the worst of the pain," but for additional relief Nate relies on treatment from a physical therapist.

Oct 28, 2019 / Video

After years of lifting competitively, Amelia began experiencing chronic pain. With the help of physical therapy, Amelia learned how to reduce and manage her pain while continuing to compete in the sport she loves.

Oct 30, 2019 / Video

William is a former Senior U.S. Olympic team athlete who stopped playing basketball due to hip pain. Physical therapy helped to eliminate his pain, and now he’s back on the court enjoying the sport he loves.

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Take an active role in your health. There's a lot you can do to prevent chronic disease, avoid injury, improve your fitness, and age well. Staying active is key. These resources from physical therapists can help you maintain and improve quality of life. And when you need help, a physical therapists can