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You can see a physical therapist for evaluation and treatment without a physician's referral.

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.

May 21, 2020 / Podcast

What role does physical activity play in preventing cancer? Can exercise improve the quality of life of fatigued cancer survivors? Physical therapist Steve Morris provides answers.

Sep 9, 2021 / Health Tips

Down Syndrome is a genetic condition that changes development of the brain and body. DS can result in physical and cognitive differences.

Aug 7, 2017 / Health Tips

Aging can have a bad reputation. But there is no reason that growing older can’t be a journey full of adventure and opportunities with these tips from physical therapists.

Feb 5, 2020 / Podcast

He faces major challenges from paralysis due to spina bifida. Thanks to a physical therapy and an invention, Brody, is getting around.

Jun 26, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses cycling performance and injuries.

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Physical therapists can focus their practice on specific patient populations and many obtain advanced knowledge, skills, and experience designed to increase the quality of patient care in specific areas. Learn about the areas of specialization.

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.

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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