Articles Index

Common Symptoms of Low Back Pain

Where is low back pain felt? Explore the common symptoms of low back pain.

Where Does Balance Come From?

Where does balance come from and how you can improve your balance and prevent falls.

Fall-Proof Your Home

Make changes to your home environment to help minimize the risk of falling.

Physical Therapy after a Jones Fracture

A Jones fracture of the fifth metatarsal can be a painful injury that limits your ability to walk. Physical therapy can help you return to normal function after a Jones fracture.

Therapeutic Ultrasound in Physical Therapy

Learn what therapeutic ultrasound is and how it is used as part of a physical therapy program.

Does Ultrasound Really Work?

Ultrasound is a common treatment used in physical therapy. But does ultrasound really help your condition?

What Is Physical Therapy?

Find out how a physical therapist can help you, and what happens during physical therapy.

Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain

Learn about the causes of shoulder pain and how physical therapy can help treat shoulder pain.

Low Back Stretches for Golfers

Learn the best stretches to help maintain appropriate low back health for golf.

Maintain a Healthy Back for Golf Season

Article about the stress and strain on the low back during the golf swing.

Physical Therapy after a Proximal Humeral Fracture

A fracture of your arm bone near the shoulder may require physical therapy to help improve normal arm function.

The Standing Hamstring Muscle Stretch

Stretching your hamstring muscles can be a difficult thing to do, especially at the office on on the go. Here is a simple solution so you can safely stretch your hamstring muscles just about anywhere!

10 Things to Stop Doing if You Have Low Back Pain

Learn the 10 things you should stop doing now to help treat your low back pain.

How to Fold and Unfold a Wheelchair

Learn how to fold and unfold a manual folding type wheelchair so you can easily transport and store your wheelchair.

Physical Therapy After a Boxer's Fracture

A boxer's fracture in the hand can limit your function and normal mobility. Learn how physical therapy can help after suffering a boxer's fracture.

Ultrasound Application Techniques

There are many different methods that your physical therapist can use to apply ultrasound to your body.

Phonophoresis in Physical Therapy

Phonophoresis is used in physical therapy to help decrease inflammation and pain after injury. But does phonophoresis really work?

Physical Therapy after Clavicle Fracture

Physical therapy for a broken clavicle can help improve range of motion and strength to maximize functional mobility.

Physical Therapy after Elbow Fracture

An elbow fracture can cause severe loss of mobility in your arm. Physical therapy can help you return to normal activity and function after an elbow fracture.

Physical Therapy After Ankle Fracture

If you have a broken ankle, physical therapy may help decrease pain and swelling and improve strength and mobility.

Physical Therapy for a Colles' Fracture

A Colles' fracture is a common type of wrist fracture. Learn how physical therapy can help improve mobility and function after a Colles' fracture.

Physical Therapy After Fracture

Learn how physical therapy can help improve mobility after a fracture.

Common Diagnostic Tests for Low Back Pain

Learn how your doctor diagnoses the cause of your low back pain.

Quad Canes to Help with Walking

How to choose and use a quad cane to help with walking.

Physical Therapy for Hip Pain

Learn about the common causes of hip pain and how physical therapy can help.