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Physical therapists can develop a safe, individualized exercise plan for you, whether your goal is to manage your weight, improve your performance, or combat the effects of conditions such as heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

Utah Breaks Down Barriers to Health Care: Physical Therapists Are Now Primary Care Providers

Aug 28, 2025 / Article

Utah has streamlined access to physical therapy; PTs are now primary care providers for neuromusculoskeletal conditions, such as back pain, joint stiffness, movement problems, sprains, or balance issues.

Physical Therapy and Your Insurance

Jun 1, 2021 / Health Tips

The best way to take care of your health is to take an active role in your own health care. To do this, you need to know about your options and your rights as a patient.

5 Ways to Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy

Apr 25, 2022 / Health Tips

Is your body ready to carry a baby? These tips will help to prepare your body and guard against pain and other problems during pregnancy and afterwards.

Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Mar 24, 2015 / Podcast

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month.

Physical Therapy Guide to Multidirectional Instability of the Shoulder

Apr 4, 2025 / Guide

Shoulder instability is a common injury among athletes that can result from a traumatic event. It also can occur without trauma. Proper treatment can support a return to activity and help prevent reinjury.

Physical Therapy Guide to Wrist Tendinitis

Jul 19, 2024 / Guide

Wrist tendinitis is a condition that most commonly occurs in people who do repeated activities using the hand and arm.

Physical Therapy Guide to Shoulder Dislocation

Mar 7, 2025 / Guide

Dislocating the shoulder is a common traumatic injury for athletes, nonathletes, children, and adults. People who dislocate their shoulder usually need a health care professional to guide the joint back into place.

Understanding Pain

Apr 10, 2014 / Podcast

Everybody experiences pain at some point. But understanding pain is a different matter. Two physical therapists discuss science's new understanding of how pain works and more.

Cancer-Related Balance and Falls: What You Should Know

May 22, 2024 / Health Tips

A history of cancer increases your risk of falling, at any age.