as in activity
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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 following years were marked by multiple surgeries and long periods of physical therapy.
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Peter Wayne Moe, Longreads, 26 Mar. 2026
There are treatment rooms for IV vitamin therapy and access to functional medicine doctors, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, skin care, acupuncture, physical therapy, and energy work.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
The alt-pop singer, 40, says Dad is getting better by the day, keeping up with physical therapy, staying fit and lean, and, perhaps most of all, maintaining a positive attitude.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
Patients may benefit from physical therapy, behavioral health support and lifestyle guidance that supports long-term resilience.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 13 Mar. 2026
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Peter Wayne Moe, Longreads, 26 Mar. 2026
There are treatment rooms for IV vitamin therapy and access to functional medicine doctors, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, skin care, acupuncture, physical therapy, and energy work.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
The alt-pop singer, 40, says Dad is getting better by the day, keeping up with physical therapy, staying fit and lean, and, perhaps most of all, maintaining a positive attitude.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
Patients may benefit from physical therapy, behavioral health support and lifestyle guidance that supports long-term resilience.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physical therapy
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The Premier League is working in partnership with White Ribbon UK — a charity engaging men and boys about violence against women — and aims to deliver activity that supports gender equality.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Joel Hofer finished with 26 saves, weathering a flurry of activity in the third period after losing a skate blade.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The hotel also has a Lifestyle Suite with its own gym, virtual PT, and a private space for physiotherapy and massage.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Along with work, the PATH is also where Teófilo does his weekly grocery shopping, drug store errands, and even physiotherapy for a sprained wrist.—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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The cabin, meanwhile, is home to two bucket seats upholstered in black leather with blue inserts and red Oreca racing harnesses, air conditioning, and an Alpine CD stereo system.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2026
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Improving his conditioning level is an ongoing process as well.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Apr. 2026
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Hopefully the gym, which is loaded with great equipment, will get a workout class schedule up and running, too.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Also a short walk to games and workouts.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Authorities later executed multiple search warrants and collected items from the home, including exercise bands, medications, electronic devices, notebooks, clothing and a knife.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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The crew capsule is vastly improved compared with its Apollo equivalent, the Command Module, with about 60% more habitable space and amenities such as a toilet and exercise machine.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Physical therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physical%20therapy. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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