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MOVEMENT2BE Brings Fun, Physical Literacy To Underserved Youth
February 04, 2021

MOVEMENT2BE motivates kids, who might not otherwise have access to team sports and extracurricular activities, to value and take part in physical activities to achieve a healthy life.

Cutting-Edge Treatment and Physical Therapy Helps Child Thrive After Severe Brain Damage
January 07, 2021

Doctors told parents of newborn Eli Starkey that he might never speak or walk. Eli’s parents and PT Anna Howard discuss the cutting edge treatment, physical therapy, faith, and determination that has Eli walking, talking, and playing ball.

Addressing the Life-Limiting Effects of Eating Disorders Through Physical Therapy
December 03, 2020

Building strength and emphasizing healthy movement through physical therapy can be a valuable tool to help people who have eating disorders. It also is a means of improving people’s long-term recovery.

Benefits of Early Physical Therapy Treatment for Sciatica
November 05, 2020

Back pain with sciatica— can upset the rhythm and quality of life. The typical wait-and-see approach can prolong pain needlessly. PT and researcher Julie Fritz shares significant findings that suggest it’s time to make changes to typical care.

Physical Activity’s Role in Pain Avoidance and Management
October 14, 2020

Three pain experts share how physical therapists can help people of all ages reduce their chances of developing pain, manage the effects of pain, and lead an active, healthful, and full life.

70+ Adults and a PT Share How To Thrive, Despite Chronic Conditions
October 01, 2020

Many older adults feel good but find themselves sitting too much, out of shape, and out of sorts. Senior athletes Learn how it’s never too late to be physically active and feel good.

Overcoming Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Pain Through Physical Therapy
September 17, 2020

Learn about causes and effects of problems of the pelvic floor muscles, and what women, men, and runners should know, including woment during and after pregnancy.

Physical Therapy: Gateway to Adventure, Independence, and Community
September 03, 2020

Participants in Destination Rehab enjoy a hub of adventure, independence, and community in the great outdoors of Oregon, while receiving help for neurologic and chronic conditions.

Man Walks 1,000 Miles for Change — PT Helps
August 20, 2020

When George Floyd died under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer, Terry Willis was spurred to action. His goal was to call attention to racial injustice in America and the need for reforms. Physical therapy helped him along his journey.

Physical Therapy for Broken Foot Helps Dancer Make Sought-After Audition
August 06, 2020

Physical therapy played a major role in helping Sydney Mesher achieve a longtime goal to become a member of the famed Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, despite a serious injury to her foot.