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Fast-Tracking Physical Therapy Can Save Time, Money

MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, Wash. - If you've ever twisted your ankle and seen it swell up to the size of a softball, you know that having it examined...

The Guidelines Doctors Don’t Follow (and You Shouldn’t Either)

From annual physicals to walking 10,000 steps a day, see the things you can let slide a little and still be fine.

I’m a Physical Therapist, and This Is the Most Common Mistake People Make When Exercising

Rethinking Movement: Why You Should See a Physical Therapist Every Year

Your muscles need a regular checkup even more than your teeth do.

The benefits of physical therapy

Injuries are the main reason people seek physical therapy. Find out what physical therapists recommend and the benefits of treatment.

Need physical therapy? 3 key questions your PT will ask

Physical therapy can be helpful if you have an injury or a condition that affects mobility or is causing pain. But before you embark on a course of treatment, your physical therapist will ask cruci...

What to Expect in Sports Medicine Physical Therapy

Physical therapists who practice sports medicine treat and help prevent sports injuries. Here's what it's like to work through resolving a sports injury.

How Physical Therapy Helps Stroke Victims

A new University of Florida study finds that “in the case of stroke survivors, the key to better recovery is to spend more time in an intensive physical therapy program.” “After a stroke, the brain and body can start recovering immediately and can show improvement up to six months afterward, said UF Health researcher Janis …

10 Things You Might Not Know About Physical Therapy

This photo infographic illustrates ten of the most common things people do not know about a job of physical therapist. Majority of people thinks physi

6 Partnership Ideas for Physical Therapy Clinics

Partnering with other providers and business entities is a fantastic way to boost revenue and connect with your community. Here are six unique avenues to partnerships for PT practices.

Physical therapy taking away soldiers’ pain

Many soldiers suffer from muscle, bone, and joint pain due to a variety of injuries. In some cases, pain medication can be helpful, but only for a short period. There are many long-term benefits soldiers can gain from physical therapy.Capt. Alisha Harvey, physical therapy clinic chief, 47th Combat Support Hospital, from Richmond, Va., manages the physical therapy clinic for servicemembers on Contingency Operating Base Adder.

Physical Therapy for Your Chronic Condition

It takes a team to support each patient while they journey with a chronic condition. One of those teammates can be a physical therapist. October is National Physical Therapy Month, and it’s important to raise awareness about these movement specialists who support our work each day. The team at

Physical therapy before ACL surgery leads to better outcomes

Prior to surgery, many patients are prescribed a course of physical therapy - pre-operative physical therapy - to prepare the knee. Pre-operative physical therapy is designed to increase muscle strength and function, and reduce further damage of the knee joint, with the overall goal of shortening the time of recovery.

Earlier physical therapy may help older patients with back pain

(HealthDay)—For older adults presenting to their primary care providers with a new visit for back pain, early referral to physical therapy (PT) services results in no clinically meaningful differences in outcomes; however, the extent of improvement in symptoms may be greater, according to a study published in the Aug. 1 issue of The Spine Journal.

Simple Methods to Keep You Motivated in Physical Therapy

Learn how to stay motivated in physical therapy to make the most out of your rehabilitation.

Video: Why You Should See A Physical Therapist First

So proud to promote this fantastic video by Eric Chaconas and Patrick Berner, and produced by Franchot Barba of That Moment Productions.