Jan 24, 2019 / Podcast

Juvenile arthritis affects nearly 300,000 children in the United States.

Dec 23, 2013 / Did You Know?

People at risk for diabetes can cut their chances for a heart attack or stroke by 8% by walking an extra 2,000 steps a day — about 20 minutes daily of moderately paced walking.

Dec 9, 2021 / Podcast

Play is a vital part of physical therapy for children with autism, cerebral palsy, or other developmental disabilities. Two moms and bloggers discuss raising kids with different abilities and share toy tips. A PT provides further advice.

Apr 1, 2022 / Health Tips

Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are committed to reducing health disparities and encourage everyone to be physically active with these tips.

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Most insurance policies cover physical therapy services when provided by a licensed physical therapist or a licensed physical therapist assistant under the direction of a physical therapist.  Physical therapists who are members of the American Physical Therapy Association pledge to comply with the Association's

Dec 9, 2021 / Health Tips

Physical activity is vital for people with Down syndrome. With proper guidance from a physical therapist and regular exercise, people with DS can lead healthy, fulfilling lives.

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

"I grew up on a farm and I can't think of a day when I didn't hear my mom say, 'Girls, there is a load of laundry to hang out. I didn't often have the luxury of sitting around for hours watching Saturday morning cartoons. There was work to be done!' Now I can appreciate that some of that work can be

Aug 6, 2021 / Health Tips

Fair Health offers an online tool that allows you to look up the estimated costs of medical services in your area based on CPT codes and your insurance plan.

Jan 10, 2019 / Podcast

Since 2017, selected veterans injured during service have come to Maine for an all-expenses-paid vacation, courtesy of a foundation created by war-wounded veteran, Travis Mills, who had a quadruple amputation.

May 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Mild meniscal tears and moderate knee osteoarthritis send some people under the knife. For many, all they really need is physical therapy.