The pelvic floor is a small group of muscles that plays a big role in your overall health and wellbeing. And as crucial as these muscles are, many people—especially pregnant...
Physical therapy is a highly effective way to help folks relieve pain, regain mobility after injuries or surgery, and improve their quality of life. Over the years of evidence-based practice,...
Shin pain is a common complaint among people who have active lifestyles, especially runners. If you’ve experienced it, you know how frustrating it can be—not only because it stings or...
Standing up from a chair is something we do every day. If you are healthy, injured, or aging, Stefanie Davis, PT, DPT demonstrates three tips that will help make this...
So, you’ve been asked to take a functional capacity evaluation (FCE). Maybe your insurance company is requiring you to take one before they’ll process your claim, or maybe your employer...
Backward disequilibrium (BD) is a disorder involving posture, in which a person (who is most often an older adult) experiences distorted perception. It affects their balance, vision and vertical posture....
In the United States, there are an estimated 1.5 million people who actively play football. About 1.2 million people become injured as a result of this sport every year. Of...
Research shows that every year, nearly 200,000 young people experience injuries from playing basketball. Many of these injuries are related to the feet. Keep reading below to learn about some...
Since it varies from state to state, most people aren’t sure if they need a physician’s referral to get treatment at a physical therapy clinic. If you live in South...
