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7.2 Million Americans Don’t Know They Have Diabetes

Jun 26, 2018 / Did You Know?

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 7.2 million people in the United States are living with diabetes and do not know they have it.

Back Pain Is Often Overtreated

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.

Brisk Walking Can Reduce Hip Fracture Risk in Men by 62%

May 29, 2014 / Did You Know?

Hip fractures in older adults can result in loss of mobility. A study suggests that four hours of walking each week can greatly reduce hip fracture risk later in life.

30-Minute Home Stretching Program

Apr 13, 2020 / Health Tips

This stretching program, provided by physical therapists, offers three different levels, depending on your fitness, age, and desired challenge.

Maintaining Health and Fitness: Tips and Exercises for Older Adults

Dec 10, 2020 / Health Tips

Lack of physical activity can lead to loss of muscle strength at a rate of around 12% a week! These exercises and tips from physical therapists can help older adults stay strong at home or in community living environments.

Exercise Counters Cognitive Decline

May 15, 2017 / Did You Know?

A recent study in the journal, Medicine Science in Sports & Exercise, adds to the ever-growing body of evidence supporting the benefits of exercise.

F.A.S.T. Thinking Is Key To Detecting the Signs of a Stroke

Jul 10, 2015 / Article

Education on the signs of stroke can improve a person's ability to recognize stroke symptoms to reduce a delay in care for themselves or their loved ones.

Physical Therapy as Effective as Surgery for Degenerative Disk Disease

Sep 30, 2013 / Did You Know?

Before undergoing surgical spinal fusion, patients with degenerative disk disease should first try physical therapy.

Physical Therapy Is Underutilized by People With Parkinson Disease

Jul 8, 2016 / Did You Know?

Physical therapy can help people with Parkinson disease improve their quality of life. It also can delay the negative effects of the disease. But a recent study shows that only about 12% of people with PD receive physical therapist services.

Pregnancy Alters Running Form

Jun 15, 2013 / Did You Know?

A recent study published in The Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy suggests that pregnancy causes biomechanical changes to a runner's stride that can linger after childbirth.