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Adaptive Sports: Limitless Opportunities

Jan 28, 2015 / Podcast

For people with disabilities, there are benefits to adaptive sports beyond exercise.

Osteoporosis and the Role of Physical Therapy

Oct 12, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist describes the differences between osteoporosis, osteopenia, and osteoarthritis, and how a physical therapist can help people with these conditions build bone density and improve balance to avoid falls.

Five Domains of Sustainable Health

Aug 22, 2017 / Podcast

Many people want to be healthy. Being healthy takes a lot more than just wanting it.

Top 10 Fittest Cities for Baby Boomers

Oct 1, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist announces the top 10 fittest cities and discusses the importance of maintaining fitness after the age of 50.

Physical Activity Prevents Disease and Increases Life Expectancy

Apr 14, 2021 / Did You Know?

A study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine highlights the major public health problems linked to physical inactivity. The findings stress the importance of physical activity to prevent early death and many chronic diseases.

World Physical Therapy Day: Volunteering Abroad

Sep 6, 2013 / Podcast

In honor of World Physical Therapy Day (September 8), hear stories of physical therapists and physical therapy students volunteering to meet needs.

For Love of Their Patients: PTs on the Front Lines Share Their COVID-19 Stories

Jun 4, 2020 / Podcast

Molly Smith and Karl Arabian, physical therapists in hospitals in the early epicenters of the COVID-19 pandemic in Seattle and New York City, share stories and advice.

Preparing for Your Visit with a Physical Therapist

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Follow these tips to prepare for your first visit with a physical therapist.

New Guidelines for Managing Heart Failure with Physical Therapy

Feb 4, 2020 / Did You Know?

Heart failure is a chronic, progressive condition. New guidelines say people with a recent heart failure diagnosis should seek care from a physical therapist.

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.