May 1, 2024 / Health Tips

Acute health issues can be overwhelming. Early treatment by a physical therapist can help eliminate or minimize complications and improve your mobility and strength during and after your stay.

Jan 31, 2011 / Patient Stories

Today he is a professional cyclist and a physical therapist. But as a teenager Tim Haitz moved so awkwardly that other kids called him "swivel."

Nov 27, 2017 / Did You Know?

Despite a lot of evidence and guidelines calling for initial treatment of most back pain through methods such as physical therapy, a study indicates that doctors often overtreat back pain.

Nov 2, 2017 / Did You Know?

In the past, doctors recommended delaying physical activity after a concussion. New research suggests that early return (within one week) to physical activity may actually decrease the likelihood of persistent symptoms in children and teens.

Dec 8, 2016 / Podcast

Charlie Plaskon, a legally blind triathlete, didn't start running until age 55. He shares how he uses physical therapy to keep doing what he loves.

Feb 24, 2014 / Podcast

A physician and a physical therapist discuss the female athlete triad, and its dangers for female athletes.

Sep 27, 2017 / Podcast

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

May 12, 2020 / Video

Kids of all abilities will enjoy and benefit from this exercise program led under the direction of a physical therapist to help kids meet movement goals.

Feb 9, 2017 / Podcast

Running mechanics is a new area of research. Much is still unknown, but this much is clear: women and men run differently.

Apr 11, 2017 / Podcast

As the team doctor for the Washington Nationals and Washington Redskins, Dr. Robin West knows what good teamwork looks like.