Jan 2, 2021 / Guide

Compartment syndrome occurs when there is increased pressure in one of the compartments of the body. It results in deep pain (usually in the leg or arm).

Jun 8, 2025 / Guide

A discoid meniscus is an atypically shaped cartilage (meniscus) inside the knee. It is most often discovered in childhood or youth and may cause pain or a locking of the knee. Learn the facts about diagnosis and treatment.

Feb 20, 2025 / Guide

A tear in the shoulder labrum, or "labral tear," is a shoulder injury that can cause significant pain. It also may make it hard to move your arm. Learn how a physical therapist can help you manage shoulder labral tears without surgery.

Jul 17, 2018 / Podcast

Addiction can happen to anyone. Former basketball player Rex Chapman, enjoyed a 12-year career in the NBA, but what followed was a 14-year battle with prescription narcotics.

Sep 25, 2021 / Article

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The demanding role often means that the caregiver is often in need of assistance. Physical therapists often work with caregivers and see the toll it can take, which can ultimately turn the caregiver into a patient in need of care as well.

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Physical therapists help people with conditions, illnesses, or injuries that develop in childhood and limit movement or function. They continue to work with them across their life span as needed.

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Physical therapists can help to prevent many new parenting injuries. They also can treat the minor achesand pains or injuries that result from pregnancy and childbirth, and being a new parent.

Apr 24, 2020 / Video

A physical therapist discusses office ergonomics and shows how to adjust your body and your sitting or standing workspace to prevent muscle strain, injury, headaches, or other problems.

Sep 27, 2017 / Podcast

Diastasis rectus abdominis can happen in women during and following pregnancy due to the stretching of the abdominal wall.