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physical therapy

Patient Story

‘I’m getting my life back’

After a battle with Guillain-Barré syndrome, Heidi Roine is learning to move again. And live again.

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Life with Levi

Born with a severe heart defect, this lovable preschooler is now working to build muscles through therapy—and plenty of laughter.

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Day in the life of Fix

Police dog Fix and the 'guy at the other end of the leash' bring comfort and smiles to patients, staff and visitors.

‘It’s absolutely exciting’

New device gives rehabilitation patients and staff a backboard boost.

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Harmonious healing

Music brought together a pediatric plastic surgery team and a little boy who needed help.

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Walking (and trying to run) again after amputation

Days after losing his foot and lower leg, an early post-operative prosthetics program gave Mark McGregor an accelerated path forward.

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‘I’m looking toward that better eternal life’

As Todd Alward slowly loses his strength to ALS, he shares his views on remaining positive and keeping faith.

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Against all odds

A paralyzing stroke could have forced Dave Jones to live out his days in a nursing home. He's now preparing to walk a 5K.

Don’t be a slouch

Check out these 8 tips for perky posture and less pain.

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Marathon runner finds healing in osteopathy

Hands-on manipulation of the spine, muscles and joints is becoming a popular method to cure lingering aches and pains.

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‘My heart is just full’

After a stroke paralyzes the left side of her body, landscaper Janette Tazzia cultivates patience and regains independence.

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Back in the swing of things

Two shoulder surgeries later, local golfer plays at least five times a week.