Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Tag games are the perfect way for a big group of kids to play together, no matter what their age, gender, or ability! This cooperative game is so much fun and gets everyone working and laughing together!

Sep 30, 2015 / Activity

If you are looking for a fun activity that builds strength and motor skills, you cannot beat wheelbarrow walking.

Apr 20, 2015 / Podcast

During Spring, many Americans head to the golf course and discover that their clubs aren't the only things that have been gathering dust all winter.

May 6, 2016 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the potential dangers of sports specialization for young athletes.

May 26, 2016 / Podcast

Swimming works muscles throughout the body without the pounding of land-based exercise. But that doesn't mean that swimming is an injury-free activity.

Jan 18, 2016 / Podcast

Blood flow restriction training is a treatment method that involves applying a tourniquet to an injured limb. A physical therapist describes how it works.

Feb 5, 2019 / Podcast

Headaches that last may need treatment by a physical therapist — or referral to another health care provider.

Jan 22, 2022 / Guide

Knee bursitis occurs when one or more of the fluid-filled sacs in the knee become damaged, irritated, or inflamed. Physical therapists help people with knee bursitis reduce pain, swelling, stiffness, and weakness in the knee or leg.

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May 1, 2013 / Did You Know?

Mild meniscal tears and moderate knee osteoarthritis send some people under the knife. For many, all they really need is physical therapy.