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Physical Therapy Guide to Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

Jun 30, 2025 / Guide

Neonatal abstinence syndrome describes symptoms experienced by newborns exposed to substances in the womb. After birth, when they suddenly stop receiving these substances, they experience withdrawal symptoms.

Physical Therapy Helps You Stay Stronger for Life

Feb 1, 2026 / Video

Anyone can benefit from seeing a physical therapist. Physical therapy is for every age, stage, and ability — whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, trying a new activity, enhancing mobility, or simply investing in long-term health and independence. Physical therapy supports

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Sep 30, 2021 / Article

Find a Physical Therapist

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Locate a physical therapist near you. You don't need a physician's referral to see a physical therapist.

National Physical Therapy Month

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October is National Physical Therapy Month, a time to raise awareness about the many benefits of physical therapy and celebrate the profession. Each year, the American Physical Therapy Association emphasizes the vital roles physical therapists and physical therapist assistants play — across all specialty

Why Physical Therapy?

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Physical therapists are movement experts who improve quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement.

Activities to Promote Development in Children

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Access activities that are designed to help children build strong, healthy bodies and minds through play.

Prevention & Wellness

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Take an active role in your health. There's a lot you can do to prevent chronic disease, avoid injury, improve your fitness, and age well. Staying active is key. These resources from physical therapists can help you maintain and improve quality of life. And when you need help, a physical therapists can

Patient Story: Jun (From Amputee to Marathon Runner)

Jul 22, 2019 / Video

Jun’s physical therapist helped him manage pain and achieve his movement goals after his left leg needed to be amputated below the knee to stop the spread of cancer.

The Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the United States

Sep 26, 2023 / Video

Researchers calculated the economic value of choosing physical therapy and found it outperforms other treatment options for a wide range of conditions. Watch now to learn more.