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Amplified Pain Syndromes in Children: What You Should Know

May 6, 2022 / Health Tips

Amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome is a chronic condition in which a person feels more intense pain than expected. Children with AMPS can have a spectrum of muscle, bone, or joint pain anywhere in the body.

11 Ways Physical Therapists Help Slow the Progression of Parkinson Disease

Dec 4, 2019 / Health Tips

It is well-known that exercise of any kind is good for each person's health, both body and mind. But did you know that it is even more important for those living with Parkinson disease?

Yoga for Chronic Pain

Feb 21, 2019 / Video

Physical therapist Stephanie Carter Kelley uses yoga to help people with chronic pain.

Physical Therapy Guide to Hyperkyphosis (Humpback)

Feb 12, 2023 / Guide

Hyperkyphosis is a spinal deformity causing a forward-curved posture of the upper back (thoracic spine).

Beyond Opioids: Justin Minyard’s Journey to Gain Control Over Chronic Pain

Sep 12, 2019 / Podcast

After many years of opioid dependency, Justin Minyard was introduced to a balanced approach to pain management, including physical therapy, and regained control of his pain and his life.

5 Tips to Improve Your Swimming Stroke and Avoid Injury

May 24, 2024 / Health Tips

Swimming is a low-impact exercise that works all the muscles in the body, but it doesn't come with out injury risk. These tips from physical therapists will help your swimming technique and reduce your risk for a shoulder injury.

Health Center on Opioid Use for Pain Management

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Whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain, physical therapists treat pain through movement, hands-on care, and patient education, resulting in positive side effects like improved mobility, independence, and wellness.

Amplified Pain Syndromes: Treating a Pediatric Population

Sep 14, 2017 / Podcast

Amplified pain syndromes sounds serious. The good news is that it is treatable with physical therapy.

Early Physical Therapy Can Be Cost-Effective Treatment for Low Back Pain

Jul 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Low back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work. A recent study suggests there's no reason to delay physical therapy that might relieve the pain.

5 Tips to Manage Chronic Pain

Oct 30, 2018 / Health Tips

No one wants to live in chronic pain. Understanding how pain works, what you can do about it, and where to get help are keys to addressing it without the risk of prescribed opioids.