An eight-week backward walking program showed promising improvements in balance, gait, and brain structure in people with multiple sclerosis.

Report is part of a series of reports on physical therapy, geared toward public education on the topic WASHINGTON, DC, ...

Falls are a major concern for older adults, with one in four adults over 65 falling each year, according to the CDC.

Jim Bowman spends hours in his workshop turning imperfect pieces of wood into art. He learned the art of woodturning as a child and picked the hobby back up in retirement. “I let the wood speak to me, ...

Physical therapist Tiffany Jenson recently worked with a patient who shared surprise at how much her mobility declined this year. Getting out of a chair proved difficult. The core issue often is ...

Basketball is one of the most popular sports, with an estimated 300 million people playing worldwide. (www.sfia.org) Ankle injuries are the most common orthopedic injury in basketball. In a study of ...

Research links faster walking speed to better health outcomes and lower disease risk. Learn what your walking pace reveals ...

Dear Dr. Roach: For the past couple of years, I have been noticing that my balance is not what it was. I never feel as though I am going to faint or pass out, but I find myself “listing,” and it is ...

There are ways doctors can help strengthen this skill, but clear communication is key.

Most progressive strength and aerobic endurance training programmes have positive effects that last for 12 weeks Extended progressive strength training improves muscle strength for up to 24 months and ...

You've likely heard of tai chi, the ancient Chinese martial art that (fun fact!) means "supreme, ultimate fist." While the ...

Most balance problems occur because of brain or inner ear problems, or physical issues, such as broken bones or muscle injuries. Balance problems can make it difficult to walk or move. They may make a ...