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Breast Cancer Journey: How a Physical Therapist Turned to Her Peers to Make Life Saving Decisions

Oct 3, 2018 / Podcast

When physical therapist Gwen Simons felt a lump in her left breast, it set in motion a series of decisions and scans that led to surgery.

Success Story: Relief From Migraine Headaches with Trigger Point Therapy

Oct 31, 2013 / Podcast

After decades of living with debilitating migraine headaches, Angelie Alciatore found relief through physical therapy.

Examining the History of Pain and How to Reshape How It Is Treated

Apr 30, 2019 / Podcast

What is pain and what are the most effective and least harmful ways for health care providers to address it?

Using Telehealth to Help Patients with Advanced Cancer Improve Quality of Life

Jun 20, 2019 / Podcast

Can patients with advanced cancer benefit from telehealth therapy to help maintain function and quality of life?

7 Myths About Physical Therapy

Oct 7, 2014 / Podcast

Common misconceptions often discourage people from seeing a physical therapist. Seven common myths about physical therapy get debunked.

Success Story: From Exercise-Induced Injury to Recovery and Weight Loss

Dec 22, 2015 / Podcast

Marybeth Smith was watching the Biggest Loser when she decided it was time to get serious about losing weight. Then she got injured.

Back to School: Access to Physical Therapy in the Classroom

Aug 24, 2014 / Podcast

Getting through the school day is as challenging as the educational material for many kids. But for those with special needs, access to physical therapy at school can help.

Tips for Track and Field Athletes

Aug 23, 2016 / Podcast

The 2016 Olympic Games showcased the track and field sport, which may best exemplify the Olympic motto, "Citius, Altius, Forius" - "Faster, Higher, Stronger."

Treatment for Spinal Stenosis: Comparing Physical Therapy and Surgery

May 21, 2015 / Podcast

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a degenerative condition of the lower back. How does surgery compare with physical therapy for this condition?

Risks of Youth Sports Specialization

May 6, 2016 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the potential dangers of sports specialization for young athletes.