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Older Adults Can Improve Physical Function

Aug 17, 2015 / Did You Know?

People often link aging with physical decline.But research suggests that improvements in physical function are possible well into older adulthood.

Physical Therapy's Role in the Fight Against COVID-19

Apr 30, 2020 / Podcast

COVID-19 can strike anyone. Its effects can range from mild to severe. Physical therapists and physical therapy will continue to be needed by many long after the illness.

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.

Innovative Device Encourages Movement in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Nov 2, 2015 / Podcast

The Self-Initiated Prone Progression Crawler was was one of 13 projects recognized by the Smithsonian Institution's "Innovation Festival."

Preparing for the Latest Sports Craze: Obstacle Course Racing

Jul 13, 2017 / Podcast

The latest sports craze of obstacle course races is full of physical demands. Learn more about how to successfully prepare for these events.

Maintaining Health and Fitness: Tips and Exercises for Older Adults

Dec 10, 2020 / Health Tips

Lack of physical activity can lead to loss of muscle strength at a rate of around 12% a week! These exercises and tips from physical therapists can help older adults stay strong at home or in community living environments.

The Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the United States

Sep 26, 2023 / Video

Researchers calculated the economic value of choosing physical therapy and found it outperforms other treatment options for a wide range of conditions. Watch now to learn more.

Be Your Own Advocate

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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

Exercise Counters Cognitive Decline

May 15, 2017 / Did You Know?

A recent study in the journal, Medicine Science in Sports & Exercise, adds to the ever-growing body of evidence supporting the benefits of exercise.

Value of Physical Therapy in Addressing the Life-Limiting Effects of Eating Disorders

Dec 3, 2020 / Podcast

Physical therapists help people with eating disorders build strength, achieve healthy movement, and improve long-term recovery.