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Physical Therapy



Physical therapy, or physiotherapy, is a hands-on healing technique that treats acute or chronic pain caused by injury, illness, or trauma. Through physical examination and rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, or endocrine systems, a patient’s physical functioning can be greatly improved.

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Physical Therapist Shows How to Walk Correctly

It is recommended that we should walk about 10,000 steps (roughly 3-4 miles) a day to reap the benefits of an active life. With so many steps, it becomes counterproductive to continue with an inefficient walking pattern, which could lead to potential problems down the road.

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The American Physical Therapy Association Book of Body Maintenance and Repair

The new standard in fitness books, featuring hundreds of at-home stretches and exercises.

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What Is Physical Therapy?

Your doctor might suggest this type of treatment if you’ve had an injury or illness that makes it hard to do daily tasks. Physical therapy (PT) is care that aims to ease pain and help you function, move, and live better.

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Top 3 Stretches for the It Band (Iliotibial Band) Physical Therapy DIY

Famous Physical Therapists Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck describe 3 top ways to stretch your IT Band- your Iliotibial Band.

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How Can Physical Therapy Help?

In physical therapy, trained professionals evaluate and treat abnormal physical function related to, for example, an injury, disability, disease or condition.

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Physical Therapy

A physical therapist explains what to expect from your physical therapy sessions, your therapy schedule and your rehab goals.

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Does Anyone Love Doing Physical Therapy?

“Physical therapy.” Just the mention of these words elicits a variety of feelings and thoughts surrounding this form of treatment—many of which are not positive.

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Physical Therapy Ultrasound; What Is It?

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The Role of Physical Therapy in Treating Chronic Pain

Trust and a commitment to slow and steady progress are essential to success.

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Learn More About the 6 Different Types of Physical Therapy

Physical therapists see a wide range of patients with problems from pain management to problems with the circulatory system. As the baby boomer generation ages, the amount of demand for physical therapy will skyrocket.

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