Jan 20, 2016 / Patient Stories

"I was so thrilled that I was given a second chance. I couldn't help but be happy and keep a smile on my face, despite the incredible pain I was enduring."

Jul 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Low back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work. A recent study suggests there's no reason to delay physical therapy that might relieve the pain.

Oct 30, 2018 / Health Tips

No one wants to live in chronic pain. Understanding how pain works, what you can do about it, and where to get help are keys to addressing it without the risk of prescribed opioids.

Oct 4, 2018 / Health Tips

Over any three months, about 25% of Americans will have low back pain, but treatment for low back pain often fails to reflect research-backed guidelines. So what are the best approaches to treating back pain?

Oct 10, 2017 / Did You Know?

Despite the nation's alarming opioid epidemic, a survey found that Americans prefer a nondrug approach to pain treatment.

Apr 4, 2019 / Podcast

Pelvic pain, or pain in the lower abdomen, is common in females of all ages, including adolescent girls.

Jul 3, 2018 / Video

Watch people tell their stories about how physical therapy helped them manage chronic pain, avoid opioids, and return to the activities they love.

Mar 16, 2016 / Health Tips

Prescribed opioids come with great risks, and they are not the only way to manage pain. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends nonopioid approaches to managing most pain. Learn when to choose physical therapy.

Sep 24, 2025 / Guide

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition affecting the nerves that results in pain, muscle weakness, numbness, or tingling and trouble with balance. Learn the facts about physical therapy to improve function and well-being.

Mar 7, 2025 / Guide

Dislocating the shoulder is a common traumatic injury for athletes, nonathletes, children, and adults. People who dislocate their shoulder usually need a health care professional to guide the joint back into place.