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The following terms describe pediatric skill areas achieved during regular playtime. When needed, physical therapists can help children to develop these skills. For ways to promote these skills in your child, see Activities to Promote Development in Children.

Oct 13, 2016 / Video

Skye Donovan, PT, PhD, discusses common injuries that affect youth soccer players and how to prevent them.

Oct 20, 2026 / Health Tips

Massage gun safety tips from a physical therapist. Learn when and how to use a massage gun to ease muscle soreness, reduce tension, and support recovery.

May 1, 2024 / Article

Research suggests that some types of meditation can help improve insomnia and may even improve sleep quality.

Oct 31, 2025 / Health Tips

Some shoes can alter the natural walking stride of healthy people and lead to bunions, hammer toes, or other foot and walking problems. This advice from physical therapists can positively impact foot health and movement for children, athletes, and older adults.

Oct 17, 2017 / Health Tips

Overtraining is a concern for all people pursuing fitness.

Jun 7, 2018 / Podcast

Coming back from an ACL injury is hard, even for elite athletes like Washington Spirit midfielder Joanna Lohman. She reflects on the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of her "ACL journey" with former professional soccer player and ACL Club founder Jordan Angeli.

Mar 23, 2017 / Podcast

Public understanding of concussion risks has improved in recent years, due to increased media attention about head injuries in football.

Jul 13, 2026 / Article

Learn how your walking speed reflects your health, what changes may mean, and simple ways to track it and know when to seek help.

Aug 30, 2015 / Podcast

Chronic diseases are widespread in America; often deadly, and expensive, accounting for 86% of our nation's total health care costs.