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Physical Therapy Guide to Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS or "IT Band Syndrome")

May 20, 2020 / Guide

Iliotibial band syndrome, or ITBS, is one of the most common leg overuse injuries, particularly in endurance sports that causes pain during repetitive activities like running and cycling.

Tips for Healthy Cycling From Physical Therapists

May 6, 2022 / Health Tips

Cycling is a repetitive activity, that can lead to discomfort or pain. If you have pain related to cycling, you might have a bike fit problem. These tips from physical therapists can help you address bike fit problems and prevent injury.

Running: Healthy Running and the Minimalist Footwear Movement

Sep 14, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses how runners can avoid injury and offers thoughts on the minimalist/barefoot running movement.

Physical Therapy Guide to Phantom Limb Pain

Aug 6, 2018 / Guide

Phantom limb pain is a painful or unpleasant sensation in a body part that has been surgically amputated or lost due to trauma.

Physical Therapy Guide to Traumatic Brain Injury

Jul 3, 2017 / Guide

Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, occurs when an injury disrupts the way the brain functions.

Overcoming Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Pain in Women, Men, and Runners Through Physical Therapy

Sep 17, 2020 / Podcast

Amanda Olson sustained a severe injury that left her unable to sit for months. Now she is helping others overcome, anticipate, and prevent pelvic floor dysfunction.

Physical Therapy Guide to Groin Strain

Jan 31, 2025 / Guide

A groin strain is an injury to the body where the abdomen meets the leg and the inner thigh muscles attach to the pubic bone.

Physical Therapy Guide to Hamstring Injuries

Jun 26, 2018 / Guide

A hamstring injury occurs when one or more of the three hamstring muscles or tendons (at the back of the thigh) is partially or completely torn.

Physical Therapy Guide to Chronic Pain

Jul 1, 2024 / Guide

Chronic pain is a condition that occurs when the brain concludes there is a threat to well-being based on signals it receives from the body. Chronic pain can and often occurs independently of any actual body damage.

Physical Therapy Guide to Osgood-Schlatter Disease

Jul 22, 2024 / Guide

Osgood-Schlatter disease is an overuse injury found only in growing children. It is one of the most common causes of pain at the front of the knee. A physical therapist can help decrease pain and reduce the risk for further injury.