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Did You Know?: 5 Hours of Weekly Exercise Could Help 46,000 Americans Avoid Cancer Each Year

Dec 8, 2021 / Did You Know?

An October 2021 study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise offers good news for Americans. You may be able to avoid many cancers.

A Father’s Invention and Physical Therapy Offer Mobility, Hope for Kids With Spinal Cord Injuries

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He faces major challenges from paralysis due to spina bifida. Thanks to a physical therapy and an invention, Brody, is getting around.

Benefits of Exercise Before and After a Cancer Diagnosis

May 21, 2020 / Podcast

What role does physical activity play in preventing cancer? Can exercise improve the quality of life of fatigued cancer survivors? Physical therapist Steve Morris provides answers.

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.

Physical Therapy in Utah

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You can see a physical therapist for evaluation and treatment without a physician's referral.

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.

4 Tips To Stay Active and Independent as You Age

Aug 7, 2017 / Health Tips

Aging can have a bad reputation. But there is no reason that growing older can’t be a journey full of adventure and opportunities with these tips from physical therapists.

Cycling Performance and Injuries

Jun 26, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses cycling performance and injuries.

Physical Therapy Specialty Areas

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Physical therapists can focus their practice on specific patient populations and many obtain advanced knowledge, skills, and experience designed to increase the quality of patient care in specific areas. Learn about the areas of specialization.

Be Your Own Advocate

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It is important for patients also to let their voices be heard! The American Physical Therapy Association is active in lobbying Congress and federal agencies to make sure that patients have access to physical therapist services and that those services stay covered under Medicare and other health insurance