Mar 23, 2017 / Podcast

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

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?

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.

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.

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.

Feb 7, 2013 / Podcast

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

Jul 22, 2014 / Did You Know?

The benefits of walking are widely known and proven. A recent study found that walking 6,000 steps a day — the equivalent of 1 hour— may help improve knee arthritis and prevent disability.

Oct 13, 2015 / Podcast

The American Physical Therapy Association provides these resources to help people age well.

May 7, 2015 / Podcast

The third leading cause of death in the United States is stroke.

Jul 11, 2013 / Podcast

July 11, 2013: A physical therapist discusses the role of physical therapy in treating conditions such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, COPD, and more.