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Pain Matters: Bringing Chronic Pain Out of the Shadows

Dec 5, 2013 / Podcast

Three people featured in the Discovery Channel documentary, Pain Matters, plus a physical therapist and other health care experts discuss the battle against chronic pain.

Exercise Helps Prevent Low Back Pain

Mar 30, 2016 / Did You Know?

If you need another reason to exercise, a systematic review and analysis of the data from 21 different randomized trials links exercise to a 35% reduction in the risk for low back pain.

Did You Know? Many Americans Are Overlooking A Key Ingredient for Long-Term Health

Oct 20, 2026 / Did You Know?

Most people want to stay active, independent, and healthy as they age. But new survey findings published by the Associated Press suggest many Americans aren't connecting everyday movement with their future health. The 2026 survey conducted on behalf of the American Physical Therapy Association, found

Top 4 Running Injuries Physical Therapists Help Manage

Jun 3, 2024 / Health Tips

There are numerous benefits to running, including improved cardiovascular, mental, and physical health, to name a few. Avid runners would love to live an injury-free life, but unfortunately running can be very hard on the body due to the repetitive impact of the activity.

Exercise Over Pharmaceuticals for Cancer-Related Fatigue

Apr 12, 2017 / Did You Know?

The results of a study in Jama Oncology confirm that exercise as a treatment is better than medications for cancer-related fatigue.

Tips to Select Toys for Children with Special Needs

Sep 3, 2024 / Health Tips

Play has an important role in the growth and development of children of all abilities, but it is particularly valuable for children with special needs for developing cognitive, motor, social, and communication skills in a fun way.

5 Ways to Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy

Apr 25, 2022 / Health Tips

Is your body ready to carry a baby? These tips will help to prepare your body and guard against pain and other problems during pregnancy and afterwards.

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.

Prehabilitation for Cancer

Apr 21, 2016 / Podcast

Early research suggests anyone with cancer will likely benefit from prehabilitation - intervention between cancer diagnosis and traditional cancer treatment.

Pain Does Not Discriminate, Even in Hollywood

Oct 26, 2017 / Podcast

Physical therapist Karen Joubert treats patients of all ability levels. Her clientele also includes famous entertainers and big name athletes.