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Pitcher’s Elbow, also known as medial epicondyle apophysitis, is a common injury that occurs among young baseball players. Caused by “overuse” and “repetitive motion,” Pitcher’s Elbow causes pain and swelling inside of the elbow and can limit one’s range of motion.

Fewer than 25 percent of individuals who suffer a stroke arrive at an emergency room within three hours of symptom onset. But a recent study published in the American Heart Association’s Stroke journal suggests that education can improve an individual’s ability to recognize stroke symptoms to reduce the delay in care.

Improper lifting technique can cause neck, shoulder and back pain and possibly even more serious injuries. Learning the proper way to lift will help you minimize the risk of pain and injury.

As America combats a devastating opioid epidemic, safer, non-opioid treatments have never been of greater need.

Do you have stiff, achy, painful joints? You’re not alone. An estimated 54 million adults are living with this chronic condition: arthritis.

Healthy bones can help you stay strong and active throughout your life. If good bone health is achieved during childhood and maintained, it can help to avoid bone loss and fracture later in life. For healthy bones, it is important to maintain a physically active lifestyle and eat a balanced diet with plenty of calcium, vitamin D and perhaps other supplements as needed. Physical therapists can design a unique program for you to help keep your bones healthy.

We can’t stop time. Or can we? The right type and amount of physical activity can help stave off many age-related health problems. Physical therapists, who are movement experts, prescribe physical activity that can help you overcome pain, gain and maintain movement, and preserve your independence — often helping you avoid the need for surgery or long-term use of prescription drugs.

Snow shoveling is a repetitive activity that can cause muscle strain to the lower back and shoulders. Back injuries due to snow shoveling are more likely to happen to people who may not know that they are out of condition. Following these tips can help you avoid injuries.

People everywhere are experiencing the transformative effect physical therapy can have on their daily lives. In fact, as experts in the way the body moves, physical therapists help people of all ages and abilities reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and stay active and fit throughout life. But there are some common misconceptions that often discourage people from visiting a physical therapist.

Dangerous falls are increasingly common in people over 65 years of age and can result in serious injury, and even death.

1. Know Pain, Know Gain. There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that understanding how our pain systems work is an excellent strategy in managing it. The great news is that you don’t need to know a lot! Simply knowing the basics of how our brain and nerves work, and their role in pain, can help reduce your chance for developing chronic symptoms.

The best part of winter for many of us is hitting the ski slopes, but it’s important to do it safely to prevent injuries. For example, make sure that ski and snowboard bindings are adjusted for your height and weight. And, always check the weather conditions and watch the trails for icy patches and other potential hazards.

With athletes of all ages taking to fields and courts, there are important steps to take in keeping young athletes safe during practice and games.

As Americans age, one element seems to be key for their mental and physical health: optimism. That’s the finding suggested by a new Humana survey, which asked Americans age 60 and over how they perceive the importance of various wellness traits.

It’s been ingrained in our heads since we were little: building strong bones is important. The problem is that these days many children aren’t getting the daily recommended diet and exercise needed to do so. And, with technology use at an all-time high, children are spending less time playing outdoors, which increases the risk of obesity.

As the weather gets colder, it can be harder to motivate kids to step away from their computers and devices and get off the couch. However, it’s essential for kids to participate in active play all year round.