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A female massage therapist treats a man's back while he sits on a therapy table.
Orthopedics & Spine

Alternatives to spine surgery

Many ways of treating back pain do not involve surgery.

Healthy man walks in a field carrying a saddle, with a dog leaping next to him.
Health Topics

Men: Not only women need pelvic floor physical therapy

Pelvic floor physical therapy can help men with urination problems, and those with chronic pain.

Orthopedics & Spine

Low-back pain? You’re not alone … at all

Get the scoop on sciatica, one of the most common low-back pains.

marathon recovery tips
Fitness

Runners, follow these 5 marathon recovery tips

Recovery should be an important part of any runner's marathon training plan.

Health Topics

My heel hurts! All about plantar fasciitis

A sharp ache in the heel or sole, especially in the morning, is the hallmark of this common problem.

Wellness

Twisted ankle? Be prepared if one happens in your family

Twisted ankle? Be prepared if one happens in your family.

Health Topics

How long does physical therapy after joint replacement really take?

Considering a joint replacement, but worried about the recovery? Vanderbilt physical therapist Sheila Gaffney addresses some common concerns.

sprain vs break
Orthopedics & Spine

Sprains, strains and breaks: What’s the difference?

School's out, and summer sports are in full swing. Sprain or break? We outline the three top musculoskeletal injuries, how to identify them and the next steps to health.