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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.

Physical Therapy in Oregon

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

Health Center on Falls Prevention

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Each year more than one out of four Americans, ages 65 and above, experience a fall. Physical activity reduces the risks of falls and fall-related injuries in older adults. 

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.

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.

What Is Geriatric Physical Therapy?

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Geriatric physical therapists focus on improving function and quality of life for older adults. Learn about the conditions they regularly evaluate and treat.

What Is Oncologic Physical Therapy?

Jul 9, 2024 / Article

Oncologic physical therapists focus on or specialize in providing physical therapist services for persons affected by cancer and cancer survivors of all ages.

Physical Therapy Guide to Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Aug 3, 2021 / Guide

Spinal muscular atrophy is a common, inherited neuromuscular disease. It causes low muscle tone (hypotonia) and progressive muscle weakness and wasting (atrophy).

Professor Goes From Physical Therapy Skeptic to Believer

Jul 29, 2021 / Patient Stories

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

Physical Therapy Guide to Infant Prematurity

Jan 27, 2020 / Guide

Premature or preterm birth occurs at least three weeks before a pregnant mother's due date and puts a baby at greater risk for health problems.