Sep 23, 2018 / Guide

Shoulder instability is a common injury among people participating in contact and noncontact athletic activities.

Jun 12, 2021 / Guide

Perthes disease is a rare hip condition that begins with a disruption of blood flow to the head of the femur (thigh bone). It most often occurs in children 4 to 8 years old.

Feb 5, 2020 / Guide

Shoulder replacement (arthroplasty) is a surgery to replace all or part of the shoulder joint.

Apr 8, 2018 / Guide

Snapping hip syndrome refers to a snapping or popping feeling that occurs in the hip's side, front, or back (the sit bone) when forcefully lifting, lowering, or swinging the leg.

Oct 20, 2020 / Guide

Cancer is the growth of abnormal cells that destroy normal, healthy cells. Cancer and related treatments can cause physical problems.

Mar 28, 2018 / Guide

Osteoporosis is a common disease that causes a thinning and weakening of the bones and increases the risk for bone fracture due to falls.

Nov 24, 2017 / Guide

A rotator cuff tear occurs when injuries to the muscles or tendons cause tissue damage or disruption.

Aug 3, 2021 / Guide

Spinal muscular atrophy is a common, inherited neuromuscular disease. It causes low muscle tone (hypotonia) and progressive muscle weakness and wasting (atrophy).

Jun 9, 2022 / Guide

An ankle fracture occurs when a bone on one or both sides of the ankle is partially or completely broken. Physical therapists help people recover from ankle fractures.

Jul 24, 2024 / Guide

Brachial plexus injury occurs most often during the birth process. It is a ner injury that can range from mild to sever and may be temporary or permanent. A physical therapist helps to prevent arm tightness and promote function.