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Physical Therapy Gets Retired Teacher Playing Piano Again

Oct 23, 2019 / Video

Linda loved playing the piano, but the effects of arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and surgeries made it difficult for her play. With the help of physical therapy, Linda is playing the piano again and teaching others how to play.

Toys and Tips for Raising Children With Developmental Disabilities

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.

Physical Therapy Guide to Congenital Heart Defects

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.

4 Tips to Live Your Best Life

Oct 11, 2022 / Health Tips

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

Retired or Retiring Soon? Here's How to Invest in Your Health Span for a Quality Life Span

Dec 8, 2022 / Health Tips

Life span is how long you live. Health span is how long you can live independently with a good quality of life. Focusing on your fitness in early retirement can give you a return on investment that pays dividends through your lifespan.

Studies Show a Lower Risk of Infection and Severe COVID-19 Outcomes for the Physically Active

Sep 30, 2022 / Did You Know?

Can regular physical activity reduce your risk of getting COVID-19 or other infectious diseases? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine answers this question.

Physical Therapy and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: 5 Things You Should Know

Apr 11, 2023 / Health Tips

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare disease that causes muscles to degenerate. While there is no cure at this time, treatments and therapies, including physical therapy, can help people live longer and healthier lives.

Choosing Physical Therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Outperforms Surgery and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat carpal tunnel syndrome according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Choosing Physical Therapy for Osteoarthritis of the Knee Outperforms Steroid Injections and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat osteoarthritis of the knee according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Choosing Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain Outperforms Usual Primary Care and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat low back pain according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.