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Physical Therapy Lowers the Odds of Hospital Readmission or Death After Stroke

Apr 19, 2021 / Did You Know?

A study in the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation found that patients do better after a stroke if they get physical or occupational therapy while in the hospital.

Tips to Select Toys for Children with Special Needs

Sep 3, 2024 / Health Tips

Play has an important role in the growth and development of children of all abilities, but it is particularly valuable for children with special needs for developing cognitive, motor, social, and communication skills in a fun way.

What Are Physical Therapy Specialties and Subspecialties?

Jul 8, 2024 / Article

A specialty in health care is an area of practice focused on a specific patient group or types of symptoms and conditions. Physical therapists can focus their practice or specialize in these specialty areas.

Physical Therapy Guide to Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

Jul 8, 2020 / Guide

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV, is an inner-ear problem that causes short periods of dizziness when moving the head in certain positions.

What Is Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physical Therapy?

Jul 3, 2024 / Article

Learn about the knowledge, experience, and expertise of physical therapists who focus on or specialize in cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy.

Health Center on COVID-19 and Long COVID

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Physical therapists can help improve many deficits resulting from the COVID-19, lengthy bed rest or long COVID. The goal of physical therapy for long COVID is to help people return to their home, work, and other activities as much as possible.

Physical Therapy in Oregon

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You can see a physical therapist for evaluation and treatment without a physician's referral.

5 Ways To Increase Physical Activity for Infants and Toddlers

Nov 3, 2020 / Health Tips

Encouraging daily physical activity and active play in infants and toddlers is important to develop strength, balance, coordination, movement planning skills, endurance, and flexibility.

Professor Goes From Physical Therapy Skeptic to Believer

Jul 29, 2018 / Patient Stories

"I wouldn't hesitate to seek out the assistance of skilled physical therapists in the future."

Physical Therapy Helps Teenager Return to School and Life

Jul 31, 2018 / Patient Stories

"Physical therapy was the thing that helped me the most."