If you are preparing for a total hip or knee replacement, physical therapy may be helpful even before surgery takes place. This type of care is often called preoperative physical therapy or prehab, and it can help patients better understand what to expect during recovery. A study published in The Journal of Bone & Joint […]
Tennis elbow is a common overuse condition that causes pain on the outside of the elbow. Although the name makes it sound like a problem reserved for tennis players, most cases are not caused by tennis at all. In fact, tennis elbow is often related to work tasks, home projects, sports, hobbies, and other activities […]
A daily walk may be one of the simplest ways to support better knee health, especially for people with knee osteoarthritis or those at risk of developing it. Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of functional limitations in older adults, often making everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and getting around the home more difficult. […]
Fibromyalgia is a common chronic condition that causes widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in specific areas of the body. For many people, the condition can also affect sleep, mood, energy levels, and daily function. Exercise therapy has long been recognized as an effective treatment for fibromyalgia and may provide benefits comparable to certain medication-based […]
Preventing falls does not always require a gym, special equipment, or a complicated exercise routine. Sometimes, the most effective strategy is learning how to build strength and balance into the activities people already do every day. Researchers from the University of Sydney studied this approach in a program called Lifestyle-integrated Functional Exercise, or LiFE. The […]
Physical therapy can play an important role in helping patients recover after lumbar microdiscectomy, a common type of back surgery used to treat painful herniated discs. A recent study found that patients who received physical therapist-guided exercise, along with education about caring for their back after surgery, experienced less pain, better physical function, and an […]
As people move beyond age 40, a gradual loss of neck flexibility is common, but it’s not unavoidable. Research published in Spine sheds light on how aging affects neck function and what that means for maintaining mobility and comfort over time. Physical therapists have long observed that reduced neck range of motion is associated with […]
Osteoporosis, often referred to as “porous bone,” is a condition in which bone density decreases and bone tissue weakens over time. This loss of strength makes bones more fragile and increases the risk of fractures, particularly in the wrist, hip, and spine. The encouraging news is that lifestyle choices, especially proper nutrition and regular exercise, […]
Muscle injuries are something most people experience at some point—and chances are, you’ll deal with one again. How you respond in those first few days can make a significant difference in how quickly you recover, how strong the muscle becomes, and even how well it functions long-term. The challenge? Rest is essential at first, but […]
When it comes to long-term health, movement matters more than many people realize. Research shows that physical inactivity may be responsible for nearly twice as many premature deaths as obesity. In other words, being inactive can pose a greater risk than carrying extra weight alone. In a large study of more than 330,000 men and […]
