Oct 23, 2025 / Guide

Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a disease where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms vary for each person. Physical therapy helps people manage systems and stay independent.

Aug 16, 2023 / Guide

A "container baby" is a newborn baby or young infant who is placed in a container, such as a car seat or stroller, for an excessive amount of time on a given day.

Mar 7, 2013 / Podcast

Physical therapists in Haiti during the catastrophic 2010 earthquake describe treating the injured in the aftermath and provide an update on the country's ongoing recovery.

Apr 13, 2020 / Video

A physical therapist led fun 30-minute exercise program for kids aged six to 10 with options for the whole family.

Jun 30, 2025 / Guide

Walking is a skill achieved by most children between 8 and 17 months of age. An atypical walking pattern, or gait deviation, is when a child walks in a way that is different or unexpected for their age.

Jun 3, 2020 / Video

Lisa Bell, PT, leads exercises for older adults and those with balance issues.

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It is important for patients also to let their voices be heard! The American Physical Therapy Association is active in lobbying Congress and federal agencies to make sure that patients have access to physical therapist services and that those services stay covered under Medicare and other health insurance

Feb 21, 2019 / Video

Physical therapist Stephanie Carter Kelley uses yoga to help people with chronic pain.

Apr 22, 2012 / Podcast

A panel discussion on how to prevent and manage low back pain with the help of a physical therapist.

Oct 14, 2021 / Podcast

Oct. 14, 2021: Physical therapist Sherri Betz describes the differences between osteopenia, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis. She also highlights the importance of strength-building exercise to prevent and improve bone loss.