Sep 1, 2020 / Did You Know?

A March 2020 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that people who take more steps daily greatly lower their risk of an early death from any cause.

Jul 10, 2015 / Did You Know?

Among high school athletes, girls are at greater risk for overuse injuries than boys, according to a recent national study published in the Journal of Pediatrics.

Jan 11, 2020 / Guide

Osteopenia is lower-than-normal bone density or thickness (low bone mass). It is often confused with osteoporosis, a condition involving more severe bone loss.

Sep 30, 2022 / Did You Know?

Can regular physical activity reduce your risk of getting COVID-19 or other infectious diseases? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine answers this question.

Sep 6, 2019 / Health Tips

People in the hospital spend a lot of time in bed. One study found that hospital patients spend over 95% of their time in bed. Bed rest may be unavoidable for some, based on their condition, but it's harmful for most people.

Nov 19, 2016 / Guide

An anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, tear is an injury to the knee that often affects athletes who participate in soccer, basketball, skiing, and gymnastics.

Mar 7, 2024 / Article

Want to take advantage of today's technology to receive physical therapy remotely? Wondering how it works? Get answers to frequently asked questions.

Jan 4, 2015 / Patient Stories

To the end, Mathias Giordano loved soccer. His physical therapist helped him stay on the field while cancer was threatening his life.

Feb 7, 2021 / Guide

Heart disease and heart failure are systemic cardiovascular diseases that can affect exercise tolerance, endurance, and quality of life.

May 23, 2022 / Did You Know?

Getting the recommended amount of physical activity can lower depression risk. But what if you don’t — or can't — achieve that amount? A new study shows meeting the halfway mark can still lower depression risk.