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Osteoporosis: A PT Shares How To Prevent It – and Build Back Bone Strength

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.

5 Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help You Manage Symptoms of Long COVID

Jan 10, 2022 / Health Tips

As the number of cases of long COVID has grown, it is clear that for many it takes a team of health care providers to support and guide them. Physical therapists help people manage the physical and functional symptoms of long COVID.

Estimating Medical Service Costs

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.

Concussion Awareness and Treatment

Mar 23, 2017 / Podcast

Public understanding of concussion risks has improved in recent years, due to increased media attention about head injuries in football.

Treatment for Spinal Stenosis: Comparing Physical Therapy and Surgery

May 21, 2015 / Podcast

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a degenerative condition of the lower back. How does surgery compare with physical therapy for this condition?

Physical Therapists Helping in Haiti

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.

Inspiring Development in Children

Apr 24, 2014 / Podcast

An occupational therapist and a physical therapist developed a website that provides fun, easy-to-use activities to help children build strong, healthy bodies and minds through play.

Breast Cancer, Lymphedema and the Role of Physical Therapy

Oct 22, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses physical therapy's role in treating people with breast cancer, the relationship between it and lymphedema, and gives advice for those at risk.

Cardiovascular Disease and the Role of Physical Therapy

Feb 7, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses cardiovascular (heart) disease and the role of physical therapy.

Core Strengthening Activities for Children: Knock Me Over

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Core strengthening is essential for the progression of other developmental skills. The core muscles are the muscles in the abdomen, back, and pelvis, and are the center of control for everything the body does.