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Identifying Post-Surgical Opioid Dependency: A Physician's Perspective

Jan 24, 2019 / Video

A doctor discusses his patients' experiences with opioid dependence after surgery and how he helps them through other methods, including manual manipulation and physical therapy, without the potential side effects of opioids .

Lower Body Strengthening Exercises for Every Fitness Level

Jun 3, 2020 / Video

A physical therapist leads a series of exercises designed to maintain or improve lower body strength.

Overuse Injuries in Youth Athletes

Aug 24, 2016 / Video

Physical therapist Skye Donovan, PT, PhD, discusses how children can reduce their risk of overuse injury while staying active in sports.

Physical Therapy Allowed Adaptive Surfing Champion to Regain Independence

Oct 25, 2018 / Video

After a motorcycle accident led to the above-knee amputation of her right leg, Dani Burt was determined to maintain and promote an active lifestyle. As a result, she became both an adaptive surfing champion and a physical therapist. Dani tells her story on this podcast.

Physical Therapy for What Moves You: Baseball

Oct 28, 2019 / Video

Mac is 12 years old and the starting catcher for his travel baseball team. A shoulder injury moved him to the bench. Physical therapy helped him recover so he could compete in the state tournament.

Physical Therapy for What Moves You: Ranch Owner Gets Back to Work

Oct 28, 2019 / Video

Mark, a retired Los Angeles firefighter, was badly hurt while working on his family's ranch. Two days after surgery, Mark started physical therapy. Within 6 months, he was back in action on the ranch!

Pick a Popsicle Stick: Fun Physical Activities for Kids

Jun 30, 2020 / Video

Sara Bellanca, PT, DPT, leads fun physical activities for kids using popsicle sticks drawn from a cup to prompt each new movement activity.

Preventing Injuries in Youth Soccer Players

Oct 13, 2016 / Video

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

Safe Standing Exercises for Older Adults

Apr 20, 2020 / Video

Cressida Lewis, PT, MSPT, leads a series of standing exercises using a chair that can be safely done at home by older adults on their own, or with the help of caregivers. Make sure to use a sturdy chair that will not move or a kitchen countertop for safety while doing these exercises.

Still Dancing

Nov 25, 2018 / Video

Spinal cord injuries changed Marka's life. But thanks to her physical therapists she never stopped dancing.