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Success Story: Overcoming a Lifelong Disability to Become a Professional Cyclist and a Physical Therapist

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.

Aging Well: 70+ Adults and a PT Share How To Thrive, Despite Chronic Conditions

Sep 29, 2020 / Podcast

Older adults who sit too much get out of shape. Senior pickleball athlete Andy Leighton and triathlete Patsy Lillehei join physical therapist Becca Jordre to share how it's never too late to be active and feel good.

Prevention & Wellness

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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

7 Ways Children With Cancer Benefit From Physical Activity

Jul 27, 2021 / Health Tips

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention recommends 60 minutes per day of moderate to vigorous exercise for healthy children. Being physically active can be a challenge for children with cancer.

Child With Cancer Maintains Quality of Life Through Physical Therapy

Jan 4, 2015 / Patient Stories

To the end, Mathias Giordano loved soccer. His physical therapist helped him stay on the field while cancer was threatening his life.

Physical Therapy Helps Art Teacher Find Renewed Youth

Sep 15, 2016 / Patient Stories

"I learned that quality of movement is better than just 'getting it done.'"

Patient Story: Jun (From Amputee to Marathon Runner)

Jul 22, 2019 / Video

Jun’s physical therapist helped him manage pain and achieve his movement goals after his left leg needed to be amputated below the knee to stop the spread of cancer.

Warmup Exercises Reduce ACL Injuries

Nov 25, 2014 / Did You Know?

Simple warmup exercises might be enough to prevent one of the most common serious knee injuries suffered by youth athletes, especially females.

Physical Therapy Equal to Surgery for Spinal Stenosis

Apr 29, 2015 / Did You Know?

Thinking of going under the knife for lumbar spinal stenosis? A new study found that you can have equal success skipping surgery and going straight to physical therapy.

What Is Post-Intensive Care Syndrome?

Jun 12, 2020 / Health Tips

If you have spent time in a hospital intensive care unit, or ICU, you may experience problems with your physical abilities, mental health, or cognition — your ability to think. This is called post-intensive care syndrome, or PICS.