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.

Feb 13, 2023 / Guide

Ankle sprains occur when the foot twists or turns beyond its normal range of motion, causing the ankle ligaments to overstretch or tear.

Jul 19, 2020 / Guide

The medial collateral ligament, or MCL, can be sprained or torn from a blow to the outer side of the knee when twisting the knee or by a quick direction change while walking or running.

Jun 18, 2021 / Guide

Pitcher’s elbow (medial apophysitis) occurs as a result of an injury or irritation to the inside of the elbow. Sometimes called little league elbow, it is most common in young athletes ages 11 to 15 who play sports with repeated overhead movements.

Jan 5, 2020 / Guide

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that often results in pain and inflammation in joints on both sides of the body. It can become disabling.

Apr 8, 2026 / Article

Discover how physical therapy supports a healthy pregnancy with expert tips on posture, activity, pain relief, and preventive care for moms-to-be.

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Tag games are the perfect way for a big group of kids to play together, no matter what their age, gender, or ability! This cooperative game is so much fun and gets everyone working and laughing together!

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Kids will love racing to feed their elephants, while working on their fine motor skills. Carry your peanuts using tongs instead of fingers!

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Looking for a quick, do-it-anywhere way to practice gross motor skills? Sometimes simply performing a motor skill is a perfect activity in and of itself, and crab walking is that activity.