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Physical Therapy Guide to Headaches

Sep 15, 2020 / Guide

Pain of any type that occurs in any part of the head is called a headache. Severe headaches that recur often can affect a person's ability to do daily activities.

Migraine Headaches Treated With Trigger-Point Therapy: Angelie’s Story

May 21, 2014 / Patient Stories

It wasn't until a neurologist referred Angelie to a physical therapist that she escaped the cycle of migraine episodes that had plagued her for 30 years.

3 Tips for Backpack Safety

Jun 27, 2024 / Health Tips

Children —and adults — should follow these simple tips when wearing a backpack to avoid postural problems and pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Wrist Tendinitis

Jul 19, 2024 / Guide

Wrist tendinitis is a condition that most commonly occurs in people who do repeated activities using the hand and arm.

Health Center on Arthritis

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Although osteoarthritis cannot be reversed, osteoarthritis symptoms often can be effectively managed through conservative approaches like exercise and physical therapist treatment.

Health Center: Children

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Physical therapists help people with conditions, illnesses, or injuries that develop in childhood and limit movement or function. They continue to work with them across their life span as needed.

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Infant Brachial Plexus Injury (Erb’s Palsy, Klumpke’s Palsy)

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.

Resolve, Plus Physical Therapy for Broken Foot Helps Dancer Make Sought-After Audition

Aug 6, 2020 / Podcast

Despite a serious injury to her foot, physical therapy helped dancer Sydney Mesher achieve a longtime goal to perform as a Radio City Music Hall Rockette.

Physical Therapy Guide to Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

Oct 13, 2020 / Guide

Golfer's elbow or thrower's elbow (medial epicondylitis) is a condition that develops when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed, and painful.