Jul 3, 2024 / Article

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

Apr 8, 2020 / Health Tips

Regular physical activity boosts your immune system. These three strategies from physical therapists can help you maintain your health and fitness.

Dec 8, 2022 / Health Tips

Life span is how long you live. Health span is how long you can live independently with a good quality of life. Focusing on your fitness in early retirement can give you a return on investment that pays dividends through your lifespan.

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.

Jul 8, 2024 / Article

Physical therapists who are wound management specialists have additional skills and expertise to provide wound healing treatments. Learn more about wound care in physical therapy.

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Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Kids will love racing to feed their elephants, while working on their fine motor skills. Carry your peanuts using tongs instead of fingers!

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.

Jun 30, 2025 / Guide

Neonatal abstinence syndrome describes symptoms experienced by newborns exposed to substances in the womb. After birth, when they suddenly stop receiving these substances, they experience withdrawal symptoms.

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.