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.

Jul 29, 2016 / Podcast

Erin Jackson endured intense chronic pelvic pain that caused her to postpone her wedding. Physical therapy helped her return to an active life.

Mar 28, 2018 / Health Tips

Nearly all adults will experience low back pain at some point. Physical therapists dispel five common myths about low back pain and treatment.

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.

Nov 27, 2017 / Did You Know?

Despite a lot of evidence and guidelines calling for initial treatment of most back pain through methods such as physical therapy, a study indicates that doctors often overtreat back pain.

Oct 5, 2020 / Health Tips

If you experience an injury or develop pain, seeing a physical therapist early can help you address and manage your symptoms.

Oct 6, 2016 / Podcast

A new pilot program at the Cleveland Clinic is analyzing ways to implement physical therapy and mental health therapy first for treatment of chronic pain.

Jun 5, 2018 / Did You Know?

Despite being the number one cause of disability around the world, low back pain is often improperly addressed with inappropriate tests and treatments, including addictive opioids.

Jun 13, 2021 / Guide

Obesity is a chronic disease in which excess body fat worsens health and increases the risk for chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, stroke, depression, and some cancers.

Nov 22, 2016 / Podcast

When she was 23, Morgan broke her big toe. She expected a quick recovery, but nearly a week later she was still experiencing severe pain.