Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States, and it affects millions of people worldwide. There are many types of arthritis that, in combination, result in high medical ...

Because you have rheumatoid arthritis, you'd probably benefit a lot from physical therapy and occupational therapy. They’re often parts of the RA treatment plan. Healthy joints are the "hinges" that ...

Occupational therapy may help those with RA manage daily tasks by reducing pain and fatigue, conserving energy, and adapting their environment or workplace. An occupational therapist may recommend ...

SAN DIEGO — A remote, technology-based physical therapy intervention that included phone calls with a health care provider improved self-management and physical activity in patients with rheumatoid ...

Adjei, MD Key Takeaways Ankle pain is often caused by injuries like sprains, tendonitis, and fractures.Treatment for ankle pain depends on the cause and may include rest, ice, and physical therapy.

In the field of podiatry, the importance of physical therapy is paramount. It goes beyond merely addressing injuries or conditions. Physical therapy plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive ...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – A maneuver to relieve persistent ankle pain caused by sprains appeared to give relief to the area being treated without creating a secondary pain-related problem somewhere else ...

THURSDAY, Nov. 17, 2016 -- Recovery from a sprained ankle often involves some kind of physical therapy, but a new study questions the usefulness of that approach. In a Canadian study of more than 500 ...

The Wrong Therapy for Sprains and Strains? Every now and then, a patient hobbles into the physical therapy offices of Eric Robertson, PT, DPT, still wearing a walking boot weeks after spraining an ...