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Using Physical Therapy to Treat Pain in Addiction Treatment Centers

Sep 6, 2018 / Podcast

America has an opioid addiction crisis, much of which is due to overprescribing for the treatment of pain, despite known and dangerous risks including depression, overdose, and addiction, and withdrawal symptoms when stopping use.

Examining the History of Pain and How to Reshape How It Is Treated

Apr 30, 2019 / Podcast

What is pain and what are the most effective and least harmful ways for health care providers to address it?

Success Story: Physical Therapy Helps College Student Control Pain, and Avoid Opioids

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.

Cleveland Clinic Program Looks to Change First-Option for Pain

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.

Success Story: An Art Teacher's Journey to a Pain Free Life

Sep 1, 2016 / Podcast

Joanne was enjoying life as an art teacher when she started having hip pain that intensified, making it hard to stand or walk.

Back Pain and Urinary Incontinence Often Coexist

Oct 7, 2018 / Did You Know?

Back pain and urinary incontinence, the involuntary leakage of urine, often go occur at the same time. There is a clear link between the two conditions.

Beyond Opioids: Transforming Pain Management to Improve Health

Feb 6, 2018 / Video

Highlights from a panel discussion featuring seven perspectives on the opioid epidemic and the American Physical Therapy Association's #ChoosePT public awareness campaign.

ChoosePT Over Opioids for Safe Pain Management

Jun 28, 2016 / Podcast

Prescribed opioid painkillers may be effective over short periods and safe in low doses, but they come with great risks. There are other options.

Soreness vs Pain: What's the Difference?

Jun 7, 2024 / Health Tips

Along with the many health benefits of physical activity, you can expect some discomfort after pushing your body to do more than usual. Soreness goes away, but pain is another matter. Here's how to tell the difference. 

Wacky Relay

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

This game takes a traditional relay challenge and turns it on its head! This fun gross motor activity requires no planning and only simple materials you can find around your house! It’s sure to get some smiles while challenging kids’ motor skills and social skills too!