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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Physical Therapy

May 31, 2017 / Podcast

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes joint inflammation and pain.

6 Tips to Shovel Snow Safely

Oct 17, 2017 / Health Tips

Snow shoveling is a repetitive activity that can cause muscle strain to the lower back and shoulders. A few precautions can help you avoid injury and get the help you need if you experience pain.

Success With Physical Therapy Leads Older Adult to Advocate for Himself, Others

Mar 19, 2020 / Podcast

For decades Howard Wolinsky had serious neck pain, but his doctor wouldn't refer him for physical therapy. Learn how he did an "end-run" around the system to get the help he needed.

Physical Therapy Guide to Plantar Fasciitis

Jul 16, 2024 / Guide

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition causing foot, heel, and arch pain, or pain at the ball of the foot.

Physical Therapy Guide to Plica Syndrome

Nov 14, 2018 / Guide

Plica syndrome is an irritation of a small portion of tissue (part of the joint capsule or synovial membrane) in the knee joint.

Top 4 Running Injuries Physical Therapists Help Manage

Feb 11, 2019 / Health Tips

There are numerous benefits to running, including improved cardiovascular, mental, and physical health, to name a few. Avid runners would love to live an injury-free life, but unfortunately running can be very hard on the body due to the repetitive impact of the activity.

9 Things Your Physical Therapist Wants You To Know About Aging Well

Sep 28, 2018 / Health Tips

With the right type and amount of physical activity, we can help stave off many age-related health problems. These nine tips from physical therapists will help you live life to its fullest.

Physical Therapy Guide to Hip Labral Tears

Jun 24, 2019 / Guide

Hip labral tears occur when the labrum, a band of cartilage surrounding the hip joint, is injured from repetitive stress to the hip joint, a fall, or a car accident.

Physical Therapy Guide to Ankle Impingement

Apr 21, 2023 / Guide

Ankle impingement occurs when soft or bony tissues become compressed within the ankle joint at the extreme end of a motion, such as pointing the foot sharply downward.

Physical Therapy Guide to Spina Bifida

May 28, 2021 / Guide

Spina bifida occurs when an infant's spinal cord does not develop correctly during prenatal (before birth) development.