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Breast Cancer, Lymphedema and the Role of Physical Therapy

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.

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.

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.

Total Hip Replacement

Jun 5, 2014 / Podcast

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 25% of people may develop hip osteoarthritis by age 85.

Stroke: Awareness, Prevention, & Recovery

May 7, 2015 / Podcast

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

Physical Therapy in the Performing Arts

Feb 21, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist takes you behind the curtain of epic Las Vegas stage shows like Cirque du Soleil.

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.