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Should Physical Therapy Be Used as Rehab After Hip Replacement?

A study presented during the recent American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons meeting suggests that physical therapy after hip replacement surgery may not be necessary.

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Sitting All Day? Have an ‘Exercise Snack’

Growing research supports the idea that short bursts of exercise can combat the effects of sitting, according to TODAY.

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Pain Treatment Modalities in Physical Therapy

Emerging trends point toward combining traditional treatments with new, noninvasive technologies for successful pain management and restoration of function. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Rushi Shahiwala, PT.

Association News

APTA Campaign Aims to Promote Physical Therapy as Alternative to Opioids

The American Physical Therapy Association announces the launch of #ChoosePT, a campaign to educate the public about opioid abuse and promote physical therapy as a healthy and safe alternative for pain management.

Company News

TayCo External Ankle Brace Features Over-the-Shoe Design

The TayCo External Ankle Brace is designed to be worn over shoes and features a strap that locks the shoe into place to provide ankle support that doesn’t restrict normal function while recovering from injuries.

Research & Development

Wearable Reduces ACL Injuries in Female Study Subjects

The use of a wearable neuromuscular (WNM) in combination with a regular training program delivers a profound reduction in the risk of ACL injuries among a group of female soccer players.