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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

This week we are going to discuss foot and ankle pain and the joints involved in the foot. There are 26 bones in the human foot and each and everyone has at least one articulation which can affect the ...

Doctors often recommend surgery for serious ankle injuries like fractures and arthritis. In some cases, they may suggest alternatives, including pain medication, physical therapy, and steroid ...

Physical therapy, often called PT, identifies, diagnoses, and treats movement problems. Physical therapists examine patients, then work with them to develop individualized plans using a range of ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Patients who underwent supervised physical therapy following surgical treatment of ankle fracture showed no differences in outcome scores compared with patients who had ...