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Parkinson Disease and the Role of Physical Therapy

Apr 18, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist underlines the vital importance of physical therapy for those with Parkinson disease.

Cardiovascular Disease and the Role of Physical Therapy

Feb 7, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses cardiovascular (heart) disease and the role of physical therapy.

Fit After 50

Sep 30, 2012 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses the importance of activity breaks for office workers, the role of balance in health and fitness, and ways stay fit after 50.

Surfing and the Role of Physical Therapy

Jan 11, 2018 / Podcast

Anyone who surfs knows that it's not as easy as just paddling out, standing up, and riding a wave. It involves balance, technique, and a certain athleticism.

Former Kentucky and NBA Star Rex Chapman Speaks Out About His Experience With Opioid Addiction

Jul 17, 2018 / Podcast

Addiction can happen to anyone. Former basketball player Rex Chapman, enjoyed a 12-year career in the NBA, but what followed was a 14-year battle with prescription narcotics.

Concussion: 'Head in the Game' Series on Concussion in Sports

Aug 26, 2012 / Podcast

A former NFL player and experts in concussion management, rehab, and research discuss concussion treatment, and provide tips for athletes and parents.

Paralympic Swimmer Alyssa Gialamas Sheds Light on Living With a Disability

Sep 2, 2021 / Podcast

Paralympic swimmer Alyssa Gialamas may have seemed unlikely to become a world-class athlete when she was born with arthrogryposis that causes affected joints to be rigid. Hard work and physical therapy helped her get there.

Success Story: Paralyzed After Giving Birth, This Mom is Moving Again

Dec 3, 2015 / Podcast

After giving birth, Laura was told she would never walk again. But she refused to give up.

Childhood Obesity

Oct 20, 2014 / Podcast

Margaret "Maggie" O'Neil, PT, PhD, MPH, discusses the impact of being overweight and obese for children, and specific programs designed to get them active, moving, and healthy. 

Using Virtual Reality for Pain Relief, Rehabilitation, and Recovery

Aug 15, 2019 / Podcast

Some physical therapists are using virtual reality to address pain and other issues, others are looking to add it to traditional physical therapy.