Physical Therapy: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
PT Degree Programs
Directory of physical therapy schools by state. Links to physical therapy school programs.
Directory of physical therapy schools by state. Links to physical therapy school programs.
Back Stretches
Learn exercises to stretch the tight muscles of your back.
Learn exercises to stretch the tight muscles of your back.
Hamstring Stretches
Tight hamstring muscles are very common due to desk jobs. Learn four easy hamstring stretches to lengthen tight hamstring muscles today.
Tight hamstring muscles are very common due to desk jobs. Learn four easy hamstring stretches to lengthen tight hamstring muscles today.
Stretches for Your Back
Exercises to stretch the lower back muscles are reviewed.
Exercises to stretch the lower back muscles are reviewed.
Sciatica Hub
Sciatica results in low back pain that radiates down the leg. Learn the common causes and treatment options for sciatica.
Sciatica results in low back pain that radiates down the leg. Learn the common causes and treatment options for sciatica.
A Review
The various degrees in physical therapy are described in this informative article.
The various degrees in physical therapy are described in this informative article.
Neck Stretches
Four exercises to help gently stretch your neck muscles.
Four exercises to help gently stretch your neck muscles.
Stretches for Tight Muscles
Stretching exercises for tight leg muscles are reviewed.
Stretching exercises for tight leg muscles are reviewed.
Three Exercises
Stretches for tight iliotibial bands.
Stretches for tight iliotibial bands.
Ankle Rehab
A complete guide of ankle exercises for the injured ankle.
A complete guide of ankle exercises for the injured ankle.
Calf Stretches
The calf muscle (gastrocnemius) is the large muscle in the back of the leg. It's primary action is to plantar flex the ankle, a motion that points the toes.
The calf muscle (gastrocnemius) is the large muscle in the back of the leg. It's primary action is to plantar flex the ankle, a motion that points the toes.
A Review of Exercises
Learn exercises to increase the strength of the muscles around your ankles.
Learn exercises to increase the strength of the muscles around your ankles.
kneeoverview
The knee is the largest joint in the body. It is also the most injured joint during athletic activities and exercise.
The knee is the largest joint in the body. It is also the most injured joint during athletic activities and exercise.
A Review of Human Anatomy
The rotator cuff is made up of a group of four muscles that support the shoulder joint. This article reviews the muscles of the rotator cuff.
The rotator cuff is made up of a group of four muscles that support the shoulder joint. This article reviews the muscles of the rotator cuff.
Hip Strengthening
A review of three exercises to strengthen the muscles of the hip.
A review of three exercises to strengthen the muscles of the hip.
Exercises After Knee Scope
Four exercises to be performed initially after undergoing knee arthroscopy.
Four exercises to be performed initially after undergoing knee arthroscopy.
Ankle Joint
A brief review of the ligaments of the ankle.
A brief review of the ligaments of the ankle.
Walking With a Cane
How to walk safely with a cane on level surfaces.
How to walk safely with a cane on level surfaces.
CTS Exercises
exercises to help reduce the pain experienced by carpal tunnel syndrome.
exercises to help reduce the pain experienced by carpal tunnel syndrome.
Knee Stretches
Performing knee stretches can help protect your knees from injury. Learn easy exercises to stretch the muscles and tendons around the knee joint.
Performing knee stretches can help protect your knees from injury. Learn easy exercises to stretch the muscles and tendons around the knee joint.
Types of Physical Therapy
Defines the major branches and areas of Physical Therapy.
Defines the major branches and areas of Physical Therapy.
Piriformis Stretches
Easy ways to stretch the piriformis muscle.
Easy ways to stretch the piriformis muscle.
RC Strengthening
Strengthening exercises for the rotator cuff muscles, which help lift your arm as well as rotate it away from your body.
Strengthening exercises for the rotator cuff muscles, which help lift your arm as well as rotate it away from your body.
Morning Exercises
A good stretch in the morning is a great way to "waken" up your muscles, and get them ready for the day. A stretch can losen up your body while increasing blood flow to your muscles. Start your mornings off right with these stretch exercises.
A good stretch in the morning is a great way to "waken" up your muscles, and get them ready for the day. A stretch can losen up your body while increasing blood flow to your muscles. Start your mornings off right with these stretch exercises.
Quad Exercises
The quadriceps (or quads) describe the four muscles located on the front of the thigh. Learn a few easy exercises to strengthen the quad muscles of the legs.
The quadriceps (or quads) describe the four muscles located on the front of the thigh. Learn a few easy exercises to strengthen the quad muscles of the legs.
Ligaments of the Knee Joint
A brief overview and description of the human knee joint.
A brief overview and description of the human knee joint.
Hip pain
A review of the many causes of hip pain.
A review of the many causes of hip pain.
Three Easy Exercises
Three easy exercises to stretch tight quadricep muscles.
Three easy exercises to stretch tight quadricep muscles.
PT abbreviations
The words behind abbreviations used in physical therapy are uncovered in this glossary.
The words behind abbreviations used in physical therapy are uncovered in this glossary.
Balance Exercises
The components of balance exercises are reviewed.
The components of balance exercises are reviewed.
Balance Ther Ex
Balance exercises for beginners.
Balance exercises for beginners.
plantarstretches
Several stretching exercises for plantar fasciitis are reviewed.
Several stretching exercises for plantar fasciitis are reviewed.
Physical Therapy Modality
Electrical stimulation is a physical therapy modality used to strengthen muscles and promote healing.
Electrical stimulation is a physical therapy modality used to strengthen muscles and promote healing.
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy or pool therapy consists of an exercise program that is performed in the water. It is a beneficial form of therapy that is useful for a variety of medical conditions. Aquatic therapy uses the physical properties of water to assist in patient healing and exercise performance.
Aquatic therapy or pool therapy consists of an exercise program that is performed in the water. It is a beneficial form of therapy that is useful for a variety of medical conditions. Aquatic therapy uses the physical properties of water to assist in patient healing and exercise performance.
Back Pain Ex
Strengthening and stretching back, stomach, and thigh muscles, can help you reduce or prevent problems with back pain.
Strengthening and stretching back, stomach, and thigh muscles, can help you reduce or prevent problems with back pain.
Strain vs. Sprain
A review of the difference between strains and sprains.
A review of the difference between strains and sprains.
LE stretch
Many people suffer from symptoms of tight leg muscles. Tight leg muscles can predispose one to injury during daily and recreational activities as well as contribute to the development of back pain. To prevent this, it is important to perform leg stretching exercises to loosen tight muscles.
Many people suffer from symptoms of tight leg muscles. Tight leg muscles can predispose one to injury during daily and recreational activities as well as contribute to the development of back pain. To prevent this, it is important to perform leg stretching exercises to loosen tight muscles.
Ankle Hub
Learn more about common ankle injuries and exercises to rehab ankle disorders.
Learn more about common ankle injuries and exercises to rehab ankle disorders.
Shoulder Rehabilitation
A review of four exercises that should be performed progressively after shoulder arthroscopy.
A review of four exercises that should be performed progressively after shoulder arthroscopy.
A Balance Exercise
The single leg stance is a great exercise to improve balance deficits. It can be modified to increase difficulty level as you progress.
The single leg stance is a great exercise to improve balance deficits. It can be modified to increase difficulty level as you progress.
shoulder hub
The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints in the body. As a result it is susceptible to many injuries.
The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints in the body. As a result it is susceptible to many injuries.
Piriformis Stretch
An easy exercise to stretch the piriformis muscle.
An easy exercise to stretch the piriformis muscle.
Programs in PT
Physical therapy programs are offered at many universities in the US. Review this comprehensive list of physical therapy programs.
Physical therapy programs are offered at many universities in the US. Review this comprehensive list of physical therapy programs.
Tips to Prevent Groin Strains
Groin strains can be prevented by stretching the adductor muscles of the thigh.
Groin strains can be prevented by stretching the adductor muscles of the thigh.
RC Hub
Due to their position under the shoulder joint, the rotator cuff is at increased injury for tears. Learn the muscles of the rotator cuff and how to rehabilitate them.
Due to their position under the shoulder joint, the rotator cuff is at increased injury for tears. Learn the muscles of the rotator cuff and how to rehabilitate them.
Maximum Heart Rate
Learn to calculate your maximum heart rate and use it to find your exercise target heart rate.
Learn to calculate your maximum heart rate and use it to find your exercise target heart rate.
Leg Ex
Physical therapy is an important part of many surgery recoveries. Here, exercises to strengthen leg muscles after surgery are reviewed.
Physical therapy is an important part of many surgery recoveries. Here, exercises to strengthen leg muscles after surgery are reviewed.
How To Safely Lift Objects
Learn how to safely lift heavy objects without causing injury to your back.
Learn how to safely lift heavy objects without causing injury to your back.
post hip ex
Learn what exercises should be performed to rehabilitate after hip replacement surgery.
Learn what exercises should be performed to rehabilitate after hip replacement surgery.
Shoulder Rehab
A comprehensive shoulder exercise program is reviewed for post operative shoulder rehabilitation.
A comprehensive shoulder exercise program is reviewed for post operative shoulder rehabilitation.
Ergonomics
Definition of Ergonomics.
Definition of Ergonomics.
Stages of Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers are categorized into four stages depending on their depth of involvement. Learn what tissue each stage involves.
Pressure ulcers are categorized into four stages depending on their depth of involvement. Learn what tissue each stage involves.
Walking With Crutches
Learn how to safely walk with crutches.
Learn how to safely walk with crutches.
Incontinence
Incontinence is a common disorder experienced by many women. Learn what incontinence means and the four most common types.
Incontinence is a common disorder experienced by many women. Learn what incontinence means and the four most common types.
Tendonitis
Tendonitis is an inflammation of the tendons, structures that attatch muscle to bone. Overuse is the most common cause of tendonitis. Treating tendonitis often involves resting the involved muscle.
Tendonitis is an inflammation of the tendons, structures that attatch muscle to bone. Overuse is the most common cause of tendonitis. Treating tendonitis often involves resting the involved muscle.
Elbow Ex
A review of exercises to strengthen the muscles of the elbow joint.
A review of exercises to strengthen the muscles of the elbow joint.
Wall Slides
Wall slides are an effective way to strengthen your quadricep muscles. Learn how to do this exercise.
Wall slides are an effective way to strengthen your quadricep muscles. Learn how to do this exercise.
Treatment Modalities
Physical therapy modalities are a variety of treatment tools used by therapists to decrease pain, inflammation, and treat muscle strains.
Physical therapy modalities are a variety of treatment tools used by therapists to decrease pain, inflammation, and treat muscle strains.
Stretching 101
Stretching is an important way to help prevent injury. Benefits and techniques of stretching are reviewed.
Stretching is an important way to help prevent injury. Benefits and techniques of stretching are reviewed.
Compartment Syndrome
Compartment syndrome occurs when pressure builds up in one of the fascial muscular compartments of the body. This is a painful condition that can lead to muscular, nerve, and blood vessel damage.
Compartment syndrome occurs when pressure builds up in one of the fascial muscular compartments of the body. This is a painful condition that can lead to muscular, nerve, and blood vessel damage.
A Description
Core strengthening refers to exercising the muscles around your pelvis and trunk.
Core strengthening refers to exercising the muscles around your pelvis and trunk.
An Overview
Bicep tendon ruptures can occur acutely or gradually over time. Learn the causes and symptoms of a bicep tendon ruptures.
Bicep tendon ruptures can occur acutely or gradually over time. Learn the causes and symptoms of a bicep tendon ruptures.
Balance Ex
Balance exercises help you maintain strong leg muscles and prevent falls. Review three exercises to improve your balance.
Balance exercises help you maintain strong leg muscles and prevent falls. Review three exercises to improve your balance.
Physical Therapy Modalities
Ultrasound machines are a treatment modality used by physical therapists that utilize high or low frequency sound waves.
Ultrasound machines are a treatment modality used by physical therapists that utilize high or low frequency sound waves.
Ankle Exercises
Gentle exercises to increase motion after ankle sprains are reviewed.
Gentle exercises to increase motion after ankle sprains are reviewed.
Pectoral Stretch
An easy exercise to stretch tight pectoral muscles.
An easy exercise to stretch tight pectoral muscles.
Causes of Back Pain
There are many causes of back pain. Find out what most commonly results in this symptom.
There are many causes of back pain. Find out what most commonly results in this symptom.
The Elbow Joint
A brief overview and description of the elbow joint.
A brief overview and description of the elbow joint.
A Review:
Special tests are often performed in the lower extremities to help diagnose musculoskeletal disorders.
Special tests are often performed in the lower extremities to help diagnose musculoskeletal disorders.
TKA Flexion Ex
Learn how to increase knee flexion after total knee replacement surgery.
Learn how to increase knee flexion after total knee replacement surgery.
Stretching Activity
Stretching exercises can often alleviate the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Stretching exercises can often alleviate the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
RA Vs. OA
Discover the difference between rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.
Discover the difference between rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.
Ankle Sprain
A review of the symptoms and management of ankle sprains, using physical therapy.
A review of the symptoms and management of ankle sprains, using physical therapy.
Physical Therapy - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Physical Therapy guide site.
An index of QuickTips for the Physical Therapy guide site.
A Cause of Knee Pain
Iliotibial band syndrome is an inflammatory disorder that affects the lateral thigh and knee.
Iliotibial band syndrome is an inflammatory disorder that affects the lateral thigh and knee.
PT Basics
Physical therapy is a health care service provided to people in need of developent, maintainance, and restoration of maximum functional independence.
Physical therapy is a health care service provided to people in need of developent, maintainance, and restoration of maximum functional independence.
Exercising in the Water
Aquatic therapy involves performing exercises in the water.
Aquatic therapy involves performing exercises in the water.
Ankle Warm-Up
Learn three easy exercises to warm up the muscles of the ankle joint.
Learn three easy exercises to warm up the muscles of the ankle joint.
Applying to PT School
Steps on applying to physical therapy school.
Steps on applying to physical therapy school.
stair climbing
Learn how to safely and correctly walk up and down stairs on an injured leg.
Learn how to safely and correctly walk up and down stairs on an injured leg.
Ligament Evaluation
Four special tests evaluate each of the ligaments in the knee. Learn how to perform these special tests.
Four special tests evaluate each of the ligaments in the knee. Learn how to perform these special tests.
Types of Canes
A review of the different types of canes available will help you decided what cane is best for you.
A review of the different types of canes available will help you decided what cane is best for you.
Abdominal Strengthening
Easy exercises to help strengthen your abdominal muscles.
Easy exercises to help strengthen your abdominal muscles.
An Overuse Injury
Bicpes tendonitis is an overuse condition that is a result of inflammation of the biceps tendon.
Bicpes tendonitis is an overuse condition that is a result of inflammation of the biceps tendon.
Back Pain Basics
Back pain is a cause of significant discomfort in four out of five people. It can be caused by muscular and ligamentous injury as well as a wide variety of pathological disorders. Stretching and proper ergonomic techniques can help decrease and prevent back pain and injuries.
Back pain is a cause of significant discomfort in four out of five people. It can be caused by muscular and ligamentous injury as well as a wide variety of pathological disorders. Stretching and proper ergonomic techniques can help decrease and prevent back pain and injuries.
Quad Ex
A review of exercises to strengthen the quadriceps.
A review of exercises to strengthen the quadriceps.
Seated Hamstring
Learn how to effectively stretch your hamstrings.
Learn how to effectively stretch your hamstrings.
Weight Bearing
Weight bearing restrictions are reviewed.
Weight bearing restrictions are reviewed.
Running Ex
Exercises specifically for tight muscles in runners.
Exercises specifically for tight muscles in runners.
SA Neck Stretch
Four gentle neck stretches to loosen tight muscles of the neck are reviewed.
Four gentle neck stretches to loosen tight muscles of the neck are reviewed.
3 Motions to Avoid
After a total hip replacement there are several activities that should be avoided to prevent hip dislocation.
After a total hip replacement there are several activities that should be avoided to prevent hip dislocation.
Kegels
Kegels are important exercises to perform after pregnancy. These exercises strengthen the muscles of your pelvic floor and help to prevent incontinence and prolapse after delivery.
Kegels are important exercises to perform after pregnancy. These exercises strengthen the muscles of your pelvic floor and help to prevent incontinence and prolapse after delivery.
Elbow Hub
Elbow injuries are a common cause of pain in the avid golfer and tennis player. Learn about the types of elbow injuries and how to manage them.
Elbow injuries are a common cause of pain in the avid golfer and tennis player. Learn about the types of elbow injuries and how to manage them.
Gait
Definition of the term gait.
Definition of the term gait.
Part 2
Special tests that help diagnose upper extremity conditions.
Special tests that help diagnose upper extremity conditions.
The Role of a P.T.
Physical therapists are licenced professionals who work with patients to restore functional independence.
Physical therapists are licenced professionals who work with patients to restore functional independence.
PT Abbreviations
Physical therapists often use medical abbreviations in their note writing. To the non-trained therapists, these can often be confusing. Below is a list of commonly used therapy abbreviations. Now you too can understand your therapist’s note![
Physical therapists often use medical abbreviations in their note writing. To the non-trained therapists, these can often be confusing. Below is a list of commonly used therapy abbreviations. Now you too can understand your therapist’s note![
School of Physical Therapy
Information on the physical therapy program at California State University, Long Beach.
Information on the physical therapy program at California State University, Long Beach.
Degeneration
Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative condition involving the vertebrae and discs of the neck.
Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative condition involving the vertebrae and discs of the neck.
Exercises During Pregnancy
Safe exercises to preform during your pregnancy to stay in shape.
Safe exercises to preform during your pregnancy to stay in shape.
Residencies and Fellowships
Physical therapy residencies and fellowships are offered in specialty areas. Learn more about these programs.
Physical therapy residencies and fellowships are offered in specialty areas. Learn more about these programs.
Back Rehab
After suffering from a back injury, it is important to begin a back rehabilitation program shortly after for a complete recovery.
After suffering from a back injury, it is important to begin a back rehabilitation program shortly after for a complete recovery.
RICE
RICE is an acronym used for the initial management of acute sports injuries. Learn how to put these steps into effect.
RICE is an acronym used for the initial management of acute sports injuries. Learn how to put these steps into effect.
SIJ pain
Sacroiliac dysfunction is a condition that occurs when the sacroiliac joint becomes injured or inflamed and pain results.
Sacroiliac dysfunction is a condition that occurs when the sacroiliac joint becomes injured or inflamed and pain results.
Where PT's Work
Learn about the various settings where physical therapists work.
Learn about the various settings where physical therapists work.
School of PT
Information on Loma Linda University's School of Physical Therapy.
Information on Loma Linda University's School of Physical Therapy.
PT School
Information on the physical therapy program at University of California, San Francisco/San Francisco State University.
Information on the physical therapy program at University of California, San Francisco/San Francisco State University.
Endurance Overview
Endurance exercises are activities that increase respiratory and heart rate. Get a basic overview of how endurance activities can help you.
Endurance exercises are activities that increase respiratory and heart rate. Get a basic overview of how endurance activities can help you.
A Strengthening Exercise
Gluteal sets are easy exercises that strengthen the gluteal muscles of the hip.
Gluteal sets are easy exercises that strengthen the gluteal muscles of the hip.
Toe Raises
Toe raises describes a specific exercise to target the calf muscles.
Toe raises describes a specific exercise to target the calf muscles.
FGCU PT Program
Information on the physical therapy program at Flordia Gulf Coast University.
Information on the physical therapy program at Flordia Gulf Coast University.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A basic overview of carpal tunnel syndrome including anatomy, symptoms, and management.
A basic overview of carpal tunnel syndrome including anatomy, symptoms, and management.
Core Stabilization
Core stabilization exercises are used to help strengthen the trunk and pelvic muscles of those suffering from chronic low back pain. By improving the strength, endurance, and control of these muscles, the muscular imbalances associated with low back pain can be improved.
Core stabilization exercises are used to help strengthen the trunk and pelvic muscles of those suffering from chronic low back pain. By improving the strength, endurance, and control of these muscles, the muscular imbalances associated with low back pain can be improved.
toe raises
Toe raises are an excellent exercise to strengthen the calf muscles.
Toe raises are an excellent exercise to strengthen the calf muscles.
Preventing Carpal Tunnel
Six simple steps to help prevent developing carpal tunnel syndrome.
Six simple steps to help prevent developing carpal tunnel syndrome.
Gait Cycle
The gait cycle is used to describe the complex activity of walking.
The gait cycle is used to describe the complex activity of walking.
piriformis
Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscles compresses and irritates the sciatic nerve.
Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscles compresses and irritates the sciatic nerve.
Achilles Tendonitis
An overview of Achilles tendonitis, including symptoms, prevention, and management.
An overview of Achilles tendonitis, including symptoms, prevention, and management.
Adhesive Capsulitis
Frozen shoulder describes a condition in which there is pain and loss of motion in the shoulder joint.
Frozen shoulder describes a condition in which there is pain and loss of motion in the shoulder joint.
Back Ex
A daily exercise program including back stretches can help relieve back pain.
A daily exercise program including back stretches can help relieve back pain.
Herniated Disc
A herniated disc occurs when the inner portion of the disc bulges through the weakend outer portion of the disc and compresses on our spinal nerves.
A herniated disc occurs when the inner portion of the disc bulges through the weakend outer portion of the disc and compresses on our spinal nerves.
A Cause of Low Back Pain
Lumbar strains result when the muscles and tendons of the lower back are over stretched.
Lumbar strains result when the muscles and tendons of the lower back are over stretched.
Back Stretches & Strengthening
Back pain affects four out of five adults at least once in their lifetime. Exercises that stretch and strengthening the muscles of the back can help prevent back injuries.
Back pain affects four out of five adults at least once in their lifetime. Exercises that stretch and strengthening the muscles of the back can help prevent back injuries.
Exercises to Prevent Injury
Learn some basic stretches to do before your golf game.
Learn some basic stretches to do before your golf game.
PT school
Information on the physical therapy program at Regis University.
Information on the physical therapy program at Regis University.
PTjobs
There are many resources available to help find jobs in physical therapy. Here are a few.
There are many resources available to help find jobs in physical therapy. Here are a few.
Unhappy Triad
The Unhappy Triad refers to a knee injury involving the medial collateral ligament, anterior cruciate ligament, and the medial meniscus.
The Unhappy Triad refers to a knee injury involving the medial collateral ligament, anterior cruciate ligament, and the medial meniscus.
Overview
groin strain, physical therapy, pulled groin
groin strain, physical therapy, pulled groin
PTA
Physical Therapy Assistants, or PTAs, are licensed health care professionals who assist physical therapists in the health care setting.
Physical Therapy Assistants, or PTAs, are licensed health care professionals who assist physical therapists in the health care setting.
Keyboard Ergonomics
Correct positioning of your keyboard at work will help to reduce the incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome and other sore arm and neck muscles.
Correct positioning of your keyboard at work will help to reduce the incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome and other sore arm and neck muscles.
A Disorder of the Spine
Scoliosis is a disorder affecting the curvature of the spine.
Scoliosis is a disorder affecting the curvature of the spine.
Do I Need PT?
Learn if physical therapy can benefit you.
Learn if physical therapy can benefit you.
Crutch Sizing
Proper crutch positioning and sizing is important for injury prevention as well as safe use.
Proper crutch positioning and sizing is important for injury prevention as well as safe use.
R C Tear
Rotator cuff tears are a common injury in both the elderly and young.
Rotator cuff tears are a common injury in both the elderly and young.
Pelvic Floor
Daily exercises of the pelvic floor muscles can help maintain urinary and bowel continence.
Daily exercises of the pelvic floor muscles can help maintain urinary and bowel continence.
Shortened Hamsting Muscles
Leg soreness due to tight hamstring muscles is a common complaint in runners.
Leg soreness due to tight hamstring muscles is a common complaint in runners.
PT Program
Information on the physical therapy school at The George Washington University.
Information on the physical therapy school at The George Washington University.
ACL Guide
ACL injuries are among the most common sport related knee injuries. Approximately 100,000 – 200,000 people in the United States acquire a torn or ruptured ACL every year.
ACL injuries are among the most common sport related knee injuries. Approximately 100,000 – 200,000 people in the United States acquire a torn or ruptured ACL every year.
The Proven Benefits
Studies have proven the added benefits of exercise in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
Studies have proven the added benefits of exercise in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
Physical Therapy - Articles
An index of articles for the Physical Therapy guide site.
An index of articles for the Physical Therapy guide site.
Achilles Tendon
Overview of the achillies tendon that attaches our calf muscle to our heel.
Overview of the achillies tendon that attaches our calf muscle to our heel.
A Disorder of the Knee
Chondromalacia describes a softening of the cartilage behind the knee cap.
Chondromalacia describes a softening of the cartilage behind the knee cap.
What is Therapy?
Physical therapy is a health care specialty involved with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Physical therapy is a health care specialty involved with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Physical Therapy - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Physical Therapy guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Physical Therapy guide site.
Desensitization
Desensitiazation exercises are a way to decrease the hypersensitivity that can often be experienced after limb amputation.
Desensitiazation exercises are a way to decrease the hypersensitivity that can often be experienced after limb amputation.
Core Ex
Core exercises involve strengthening the muscles around the abdominal and back region. A strong core helps many back injuries.
Core exercises involve strengthening the muscles around the abdominal and back region. A strong core helps many back injuries.
SLR
Straight leg raises are an excellent way to strengthen the hip joint as well as the abdominal muscles.
Straight leg raises are an excellent way to strengthen the hip joint as well as the abdominal muscles.
Orthotics
Provides a definition of orthotics
Provides a definition of orthotics
Sports Injury Hub
Athletes often sustain injuries when performing sporting activities. Review the most common sports injuries
Athletes often sustain injuries when performing sporting activities. Review the most common sports injuries
Adhesive Capsule
Adhesive capsulitis is a condition that involves pain and loss of motion at the shoulder joint.
Adhesive capsulitis is a condition that involves pain and loss of motion at the shoulder joint.