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the treatment of a disease or an injury of the muscles or joints with massage, strengthening movements, heat, etc.
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Recent Examples of physical therapy
The two were introduced by a mutual friend, then teamed up with Dr. Steven Young, a holistic coach with a doctorate in physical therapy, who’d been quietly experimenting with electromagnetic therapies on pro athletes.
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Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 28 July 2025
John tried physical therapy and wearing a brace, but the spine kept worsening.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 23 July 2025
The university hopes to open other programs under the health sciences school soon, including occupational therapy, physical therapy and physician assistant training, as well as expanding its partnerships with local organizations, Fuentes said.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
On the short-term side, services are designed to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations through skilled medical care like nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medical social work.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 30 July 2025
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Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 28 July 2025
John tried physical therapy and wearing a brace, but the spine kept worsening.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 23 July 2025
The university hopes to open other programs under the health sciences school soon, including occupational therapy, physical therapy and physician assistant training, as well as expanding its partnerships with local organizations, Fuentes said.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
On the short-term side, services are designed to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations through skilled medical care like nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medical social work.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physical therapy
Noun
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The younger daughters were able to participate in the pre-game activities, with Bianka throwing out the first pitch to Freddie Freeman.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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This activity has been sharply focused on second-year pro Angel Reese, a two-time All-Star who garners a disproportionate percentage of the online abuse facing the entire WNBA.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Aug. 2025
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Simba, an 11-year-old Labrador, is undergoing physiotherapy at Modern Vet in Dubai to treat his severe arthritis.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Despite efforts to improve lung function through respiratory physiotherapy, Francis' condition suggests an ongoing struggle with secretion clearance, potentially due to muscle weakness and limited physical activity.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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However, if damage has already been done, then weekly deep conditioning treatments are best to help the hair.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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Each of the bedrooms is spacious, with king-size beds, air conditioning, and smart TVs.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
9 Aug. 2025
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These days, Lugo specializes in hormonal health training for women over 30, sharing advice and workout tips to an Instagram audience of nearly 700,000.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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While mini fridges can be ubiquitous in dorm rooms, these products can add convenient storage to a workout room, home office, garage, and more areas throughout your home.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The right exercise for you depends on your age, health, fitness level, and preference.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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The take-home message isn’t that exercise doesn’t matter.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Physical therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physical%20therapy. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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