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Benefits of Physical Therapy for Children With Down Syndrome

Sep 9, 2021 / Health Tips

Down Syndrome is a genetic condition that changes development of the brain and body. DS can result in physical and cognitive differences.

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.

Ring Around the Posies

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

This activity is challenging, yet so much fun, kids likely won’t realize all the benefits to their bodies!

Physical Therapy's Role in the Fight Against COVID-19

Apr 30, 2020 / Podcast

COVID-19 can strike anyone. Its effects can range from mild to severe. Physical therapists and physical therapy will continue to be needed by many long after the illness.

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.

Using Telehealth to Help Patients with Advanced Cancer Improve Quality of Life

Jun 20, 2019 / Podcast

Can patients with advanced cancer benefit from telehealth therapy to help maintain function and quality of life?

Back to School: Access to Physical Therapy in the Classroom

Aug 24, 2014 / Podcast

Getting through the school day is as challenging as the educational material for many kids. But for those with special needs, access to physical therapy at school can help.

Cancer-Related Fatigue and Physical Therapy

Jun 15, 2017 / Podcast

Cancer-related fatigue is a common side effect of cancer treatment, and it can occur even after treatment is complete.

From Near Death To Walking Steady: A COVID-19 Survivor's Journey

Jul 16, 2020 / Podcast

Brian de Castro didn't fit the profile of someone likely to find himself in a life-and-death battle with COVID-19, but he spent two weeks on a ventilator. Physical therapy was key to his recovery.

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Collaborative Care for Varied Needs

Apr 6, 2015 / Podcast

According to the CDC, one in 68 children in the United States have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.