Therapeutic Resources Blog
Navigating twists, turns of physical therapy
April 14, 2015
Maybe you’re recovering from surgery or dealing with a condition such as arthritis or back pain. Or maybe you’re just combating the aches and pains of advancing years. But one way or another, there’s a good chance that at some point you’ll join the millions of people who are referred to a physical therapist each year. Read More »
Physical Therapy Equals Surgery for Some Back Pain
April 13, 2015
Physical therapy may be just as good as surgery for older adults with a type of chronic lower back pain, new research suggests. Read More »
Could this ankle exoskeleton help stroke survivors with mobility problems?
April 10, 2015
Previous simulations of human locomotion - the act of walking - have suggested that when we walk on level ground and at a steady speed, theoretically, there should be no expenditure of power at all. But scientists also know that people expend more energy during walking than in any other daily activity. Read More »
Why Are More Baby Boys Born Than Girls?
April 9, 2015
Scientists have found some unexpected clues that could help explain why 51 percent of the babies born in the United States are male. Read More »