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

Feb 5, 2020 / Podcast

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.

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.

Cycling Performance and Injuries

Jun 26, 2013 / Podcast

A physical therapist discusses cycling performance and injuries.

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.

Man Who Lost 300 Pounds Credits Physical Therapist With Transforming His Life

Jul 28, 2021 / Patient Stories

Scott was was 50 years old, 520 pounds, and depressed. He found hope and better health through physical therapy.

5 Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help You Manage Symptoms of Long COVID

Jan 10, 2022 / Health Tips

As the number of cases of long COVID has grown, it is clear that for many it takes a team of health care providers to support and guide them. Physical therapists help people manage the physical and functional symptoms of long COVID.

The Economic Value of Physical Therapy in the United States

Sep 26, 2023 / Video

Researchers calculated the economic value of choosing physical therapy and found it outperforms other treatment options for a wide range of conditions. Watch now to learn more.

Almost Half of Babies Have Flat Spots

Jul 13, 2013 / Did You Know?

Putting babies to sleep on their backs helps prevent sudden infant death syndrome, but it may have led to an increase in flat spots on babies' heads. If caught early, it can be addressed to prevent possible developmental delays.

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.