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Telehealth for Physical Therapy: Why Now More Than Ever?

Apr 2, 2020 / Podcast

At the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Christi Crawford is working hard to meet the physical therapy needs of veterans who live in rural areas through telehealth.

Stress Induced Urinary Incontinence: Common, But Not Normal

Jul 25, 2013 / Podcast

Two physical therapists shed light on a preventable condition that might affect as many as one in 3 women.

Physical Activity and Physical Therapy: More Movement Means Better Health

Jul 2, 2020 / Podcast

What do physical therapists have to do with addressing the alarming lack of physical activity among Americans? "Everything!" says APTA spokesperson Carrie Pagliano, PT, DPT.

Success Story: Physical Therapy Helps College Student Control Pain, and Avoid Opioids

Nov 22, 2016 / Podcast

When she was 23, Morgan broke her big toe. She expected a quick recovery, but nearly a week later she was still experiencing severe pain.

Running Mechanics and Physical Therapy

Feb 9, 2017 / Podcast

Running mechanics is a new area of research. Much is still unknown, but this much is clear: women and men run differently.

Multiple Sclerosis and Physical Therapy

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Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system that's typically diagnosed when someone is between the ages of 20 and 40.

Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Mar 24, 2015 / Podcast

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month.

Young Woman Overcomes Amputation Challenges, Becomes Physical Therapist and World Adaptive Surfing Champion

Jul 5, 2018 / Podcast

Dani Burt sustained devastating injuries in a motorcycle accident and awoke to learn that her right leg had been amputated above the knee.

Benefits of Aerobic Exercise During Pregnancy for Newborns: Is There a Developmental Advantage?

Jan 16, 2020 / Podcast

Not long ago, doctors urged pregnant women to limit physical activity. Now we know that aerobic exercise during pregnancy offers many health benefits for mom and baby.

Once a Physical Therapist, a Young Woman Navigates New Life as Quadriplegic

May 17, 2018 / Podcast

A diving accident caused a spinal cord injury that changed her life. Elizabeth Forst may have lost some of her independence, but it has not kept her from active lifestyle.