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Adaptive Sports: Limitless Opportunities

Jan 28, 2015 / Podcast

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

Pulmonary Conditions and the Role of Physical Therapy

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.

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.

Inspiring Development in Children

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.

Down Syndrome and the Role of Physical Therapy

Mar 20, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist describes physical therapy's role in treating people with Down syndrome and provides valuable tips for parents.

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.

Parkinson Disease and the Role of Physical Therapy

Apr 18, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist underlines the vital importance of physical therapy for those with Parkinson disease.

Cardiovascular Disease and the Role of Physical Therapy

Feb 7, 2013 / Podcast

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

Walking 6,000 Steps a Day May Improve Knee Arthritis

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.

Aging Healthy by Decade

Oct 13, 2015 / Podcast

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