Physical therapy supports Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) care by maintaining strength and flexibility, improving movement, and lowering the risk of contractures. A physical therapist also monitors ...

Can physical therapy provide non-surgical pain relief for people who are not athletes or recovering from surgery?

Physical therapy, or physiotherapy, can help prevent and manage osteoporosis by strengthening bones and muscles, improving balance, and helping patients rehabilitate after injuries. Osteoporosis can ...

As a former addict, I tried cold exposure to manage my panic disorder and avoid drinking and pills. Ice therapy helped regulate my emotions; it also can aid in workout recovery and gut health. This is ...

Occupational therapy (OT) helps you regain your ability to perform daily tasks and live independently. OTs create personalized plans to help improve your physical, emotional, and social needs. An OT ...

BUT THE DEAL DIDN’T RESTORE THEIR PENSION. PHYSICAL THERAPY IS OFFERED TO PEOPLE WHO HAVE AN INJURY OR DISEASE THAT AFFECTS THEIR MOVEMENT. KOAT, UNM HEALTH EXPERT DOCTOR RASH SPOKE WITH DARLENE ...

Medication stops the attack, but physical therapy rebuilds the strength. Learn how specialized neuro-PT helps ‘re-map’ movements and prevent permanent damage in chronic inflammatory demyelinating ...

For infants and toddlers who have had a stroke, a new treatment that restricted the use of their stronger arm and hand to encourage them to use their stroke-affected arm and hand, combined with ...

After an injury, a health writer found healing in the heat. A Finnish MD/PhD world expert in sauna therapy explains the ...

Vigorous physical activity, sometimes known as high-intensity exercise, aids cardiovascular health, among other health benefits. The United States Department of Health and Human Services recommends at ...