Dec 9, 2021 / Podcast

Play is a vital part of physical therapy for children with autism, cerebral palsy, or other developmental disabilities. Two moms and bloggers discuss raising kids with different abilities and share toy tips. A PT provides further advice.

Jun 22, 2022 / Guide

Congenital heart defects are the most common type of birth defect. Physical therapists help children meet motor (movement) milestones, improve their tolerance for play and activity, and address the effects of surgery.

Oct 11, 2022 / Health Tips

These tips from physical therapists can be key to unlocking better health and living your best life.

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You can see a physical therapist for evaluation and treatment without a physician's referral.

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Cancer, and the treatments for it, can cause physical problems such as pain, numbness, swelling, weakness, loss of balance, and difficulty moving or walking.

Sep 1, 2020 / Handouts

This pain profile can help you talk to your health care provider about how pain is affecting your life and your preferences for managing pain.

Sep 2, 2021 / Podcast

Paralympic swimmer Alyssa Gialamas may have seemed unlikely to become a world-class athlete when she was born with arthrogryposis that causes affected joints to be rigid. Hard work and physical therapy helped her get there.

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You can see a physical therapist for evaluation and treatment without a physician's referral.