Injuries often sneak up when you least expect them — a sprained ankle from a misstep, a strained muscle from lifting ...

Headaches are a common complaint, and there are many different types. One method for treating headaches is physical therapy. Depending on the type of headache a person experiences, physical therapy ...

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 ...

Every October the industry celebrates National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) to raise awareness with consumers about the many benefits of physical therapy. This focus allows all of us the opportunity ...

June is Men’s Health Month, and many men may be hesitant to see a healthcare provider for a regular health checkup or when they have health symptoms, an illness or get injured. “Statistically 50 ...

The practice sounds almost medieval in its simplicity: alternating between hot and cold temperatures to heal the body. Yet temperature contrast therapy, switching between heat exposure and cold ...

Doctors use physical therapy to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy. It can help maintain muscle function, boost quality of life, and prevent complications. A physical therapist will tailor your ...

Animal-assisted therapy (AAT), also known as pet therapy, is a form of therapy that utilizes pets to enhance individuals' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive functioning, as defined by the ...

Trauma is a pervasive force that can impact individuals in ways that extend beyond the obvious. While many people associate trauma with significant life events like abuse or accidents, the reality is ...