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Meniscus Tears: What They Are, Their Symptoms and How They Are Treated

Nicholas Lemme, MD
May 21, 2026
The meniscus is one of the most important structures in the knee. Each knee has two menisci: a medial meniscus on the inside of the joint and a lateral meniscus on the outside. These crescent-shaped pieces of fibrocartilage—a...
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Sarcopenia: Aging Muscles are a Hidden Cause of Back Pain at Every Stage of Life

Bassel G. Diebo, MD
May 19, 2026
Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and it doesn't discriminate. Whether you're a 30-year-old desk worker, a weekend warrior in your 40s, a retiree picking up pickleball, or a grandparent who just wants to...
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Frozen Shoulder: Causes, Symptoms, and the Link with Menopause

Courtney Klenk, PT, DPT, OCS
April 14, 2026
Shoulder pain can be frustrating, especially when it begins to interfere with everyday activities like reaching overhead, fastening a bra, or even sleeping comfortably. One condition that commonly causes this type of pain and...
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What is Fascia? Facts About Fascia and How it Might Be Causing Your Pain

Amanda Hanson, DPT, PT
March 10, 2026
You may have heard of plantar fasciitis, a painful condition that happens when the plantar fascia of the foot becomes inflamed. However, fascia runs all throughout our bodies and can become inflamed or irritated anywhere, not...

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Joint Health and How It Can Affect Your Mental Well-Being

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Common Pickleball Injuries and How to Avoid Them

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Target Heart Rate Zones: Safely Maximize Your Workouts

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You know doctors recommend 150 minutes of cardiovascular activity every week, but how do you know that you're getting...

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A Fresh Start: Create a Workout Routine that Works For You

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The start of a new year is a good time to reflect on what you have learned, and what you could be doing differently. If...

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Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain: An Alternative to Opioids

Brown University Health Rehabilitation Services
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Did you know that from 2014 to 2015 Rhode Island was one of five states with the highest rates of opioid-related...

Cardiac Rehab: Reverse the Progression of Heart Disease

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For people diagnosed with coronary heart disease, the Dean Ornish Cardiac Rehabilitation Program has been shown to stop...

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