Apr 26, 2022 / Health Tips

Female athlete triad is a condition that involves an imbalance among energy availability, quality and strength of bones, and menstrual cycle. Physical therapists understand its effects and help athletes safely return to their sport.

Feb 28, 2019 / Health Tips

Physical activity means moving your body and using your muscles and energy more than you do when resting.

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

This obstacle-course style activity focuses on gross motor skills while getting heart rates going and muscles working hard. There are endless combinations for gross motor fun, coordination and agility!

Feb 27, 2020 / Guide

Developmental coordination disorder is a motor skill disorder that causes problems with movement and coordination. It is not related to intelligence, autism, or cerebral palsy.

Sep 13, 2024 / Health Tips

Falls are not a normal part of aging, and they are preventable. If you find yourself losing your balance, it's time to reduce your risk. A great place to start is in your own home.

Nov 27, 2022 / Guide

Hypotonia is the medical term for low muscle tone, which refers to the state of muscles throughout the body. Babies with hypotonia can benefit from early physical therapy to help them develop motor skills.

Apr 27, 2020 / Video

Five home exercises for upper body strengthening using water bottles or other containers.

Sep 30, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the importance of activity breaks for office workers, the role of balance in health and fitness, and ways stay fit after 50.

Sep 30, 2015 / Activity

What kid wouldn't want to be a monster for a day? Let them walk on the wild side by making "monster feet."

Jan 31, 2011 / Patient Stories

Amos is convinced that his success is a result of the individual attention he received from a physical therapist who understood his body and cared about his recovery.