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Health Center on Arthritis

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Although osteoarthritis cannot be reversed, osteoarthritis symptoms often can be effectively managed through conservative approaches like exercise and physical therapist treatment.

Opioids Are No More Effective Than Nonopioids for Pain

Mar 28, 2018 / Did You Know?

According to a recent study, it appears that opioids may not be any more effective than nonopioid medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) for treating chronic back pain, or hip or knee osteoarthritis-related pain.

Arthritis: Find a Community-based Physical Activity Program

Jan 16, 2024 / Health Tips

Regular physical activity can benefit your physical, mental, and social health, and prevent or improve many chronic conditions. These community-based physical activity programs have been shown to help people manage arthritis and related chronic conditions

'Famous Amos' Founder Relies On His Physical Therapist

Jul 29, 2021 / Patient Stories

Amos is convinced that his success is a result of the individual attention he received from a physical therapist who understood his body and cared about his recovery.

Success Story: Avoiding Back Surgery to Return to Marathons

Nov 20, 2014 / Podcast

Andrea Parada ran her first marathon in her 40s without pain. Months later, she could hardly get out of bed.

Traumatic Leg Injury Recovery: Linda's Story

Oct 17, 2013 / Patient Stories

"I honest to God would not be where I am today" without my physical therapist.

Beyond Opioids: Justin Minyard’s Journey to Gain Control Over Chronic Pain

Sep 12, 2019 / Podcast

After many years of opioid dependency, Justin Minyard was introduced to a balanced approach to pain management, including physical therapy, and regained control of his pain and his life.

Health Center on Pain

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Pain is a completely personal experience, and it is one of the most common symptoms that may lead someone to seek the help of a physical therapist or other health care professional.

Fit After 50

Sep 30, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the importance of activity breaks for office workers, the role of balance in health and fitness, and ways stay fit after 50.

Running: Healthy Running and the Minimalist Footwear Movement

Sep 14, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses how runners can avoid injury and offers thoughts on the minimalist/barefoot running movement.