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Physical Therapy Guide to Lateral Collateral Ligament Sprain and Injury

Apr 13, 2020 / Guide

A lateral collateral ligament sprain occurs when the ligament on the outer side of the knee is overstretched, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and related weakness in the knee or leg.

Physical Therapy Guide to Lower Extremity Stress Fractures

Sep 17, 2018 / Guide

Lower extremity stress fractures are fractures of the bones in the lower legs or feet that occur with repeated activities.

Physical Therapy Guide to Alzheimer's Disease

Nov 26, 2019 / Guide

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive condition in which damaged brain cells affect how a person speaks, thinks, moves, and interacts with other people.

Choosing Physical Therapy for Tennis Elbow Outperforms Steroid Injections and Is Cost-Effective

Sep 19, 2023 / Did You Know?

Patients and referring providers have another reason to choose or recommend physical therapy to treat tennis elbow according to a report by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Physical Therapy Helps Teenager Return to School and Life

Jul 31, 2018 / Patient Stories

"Physical therapy was the thing that helped me the most."

3 Tips for Backpack Safety

Jun 27, 2024 / Health Tips

Children —and adults — should follow these simple tips when wearing a backpack to avoid postural problems and pain.

About Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants

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Physical therapy is provided by licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.

Physical Therapy Guide to Pelvic Fracture

Aug 5, 2024 / Guide

A pelvic fracture is a crack or break in one or more bones in the pelvis. Physical therapy can help reduce pain and improve function by restoring strength, mobility, and balance.

Physical Therapy Guide to Snapping Scapula Syndrome

Apr 13, 2020 / Guide

Snapping scapula syndrome is a condition that involves popping, grating, grinding, or "snapping" of bones and tissue in the shoulder blade area when lifting and moving the arm.

Core Strengthening Activities for Children: Plank

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Core strengthening is essential for the progression of other developmental skills. The core muscles are the muscles in the abdomen, back, and pelvis, and are the center of control for everything the body does.