Apr 29, 2015 / Did You Know?

Thinking of going under the knife for lumbar spinal stenosis? A new study found that you can have equal success skipping surgery and going straight to physical therapy.

May 29, 2014 / Did You Know?

Why get surgery if you don’t need it? Those who experience nontraumatic rotator cuff tears, for example, can do just as well with physical therapy.

Apr 19, 2021 / Did You Know?

A study in the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation found that patients do better after a stroke if they get physical or occupational therapy while in the hospital.

Jun 15, 2013 / Did You Know?

A recent study published in The Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy suggests that pregnancy causes biomechanical changes to a runner's stride that can linger after childbirth.

Sep 16, 2013 / Did You Know?

Total hip and knee replacements are becoming increasingly common, and a recent study suggests that the overall length of the hospital stay following either operation can be reduced through "rapid rehabilitation."

Jan 24, 2018 / Did You Know?

High-intensity aerobic exercise on a treadmill in the early stages of Parkinson disease, and within 5 years of diagnosis, may slow the progression of symptoms of the disease.

May 31, 2024 / Health Tips

Dry needling is a technique that some physical therapists use to treat pain and movement impairments. It is not the same as acupuncture. Learn how physical therapists target pain with dry needling.

Aug 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Researchers are discovering that too much sitting isn't just harmful to your health, it's so bad for you that a little bit of exercise doesn't offset its negative effects.

Jun 23, 2026 / Health Tips

Do you have stiff, achy, painful joints? You're not alone. Osteoarthritis can limit movement, but physical therapy and exercise can help you reduce pain, improve strength, and keep you active while protecting your joints.

Mar 30, 2016 / Did You Know?

On school days, young adolescents (12 to 16 years) get 55% of their physical activity on school grounds. But recent research suggests that's not enough.