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NASCAR and the Role of Physical Therapy

Mar 7, 2019 / Podcast

Jena Gatses, the first full-time female physical therapist and strength coach in NASCAR, shares her experiences treating racecar drivers and other high-profile clients, including actor Mark Wahlberg.

Cancer-Related Fatigue and Physical Therapy

Jun 15, 2017 / Podcast

Cancer-related fatigue is a common side effect of cancer treatment, and it can occur even after treatment is complete.

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.

Tai Chi and Physical Therapy

May 3, 2018 / Podcast

Even if you've never practiced tai chi, you've undoubtedly heard about it. But what is it, exactly?

Benefits of Physical Therapy for People with Alzheimer's Disease

Jul 30, 2019 / Podcast

Research shows that regular exercise actually can improve memory in people with Alzheimer's, and delay symptoms in those who have the disease but haven't yet shown signs of it.

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.

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.

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.