Rehabilitation Articles and Information

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How Dan Beat Prostate Cancer with a Little Help from Physical Therapy

May 27, 2025

Dan Manetta had his prostate removed in 2024 when a biopsy showed cancer that might be aggressive. With physical therapy, he's regained any function he lost. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation
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Rylee’s Story: Bouncing Back From Injury to Lead a Champion Team

May 16, 2025

After treatment for a major ACL injury, Rylee made a remarkable comeback at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex. Discover her recovery journey here. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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Innovative Physical Therapy Techniques for Faster Orthopaedic Recovery

April 14, 2025

Physical therapy can take many forms and include many techniques that can meet your specific recovery needs. Learn how physical therapy can benefit you. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
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Diana’s Story: How Physical Therapy Improved Pain in Her Pelvic Floor and Lower Back

April 9, 2025

After experiencing pelvic floor pain and dysfunction and lower back pain, Diana worked with physical therapists at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation
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Understanding Dysphagia After a Stroke

April 4, 2025

Learn how long dysphagia last after a stroke, why dysphagia swallowing problems occur after a stroke, and what treatments help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation, Senior Health
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What is Acquired Apraxia of Speech?

April 3, 2025

Acquired apraxia of speech (AOS) is a condition that affects how you speak and use language. Specialists typically treat apraxia of speech with speech therapy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation
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Recovering From a Stroke and Aphasia: Hank’s Story

January 22, 2025

Henry "Hank" S., 79, of Cogan Station, Pa., was active in his church and working part-time for a local bee apiary in August 2024 when he suffered a medical event. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Jaxon’s Journey: How Cutting-Edge Physical Therapy Fast-Tracked His Recovery

September 9, 2024

After undergoing knee surgery in 2023, Jaxon turned to the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute in Williamsport, Pa. Blood flow restriction therapy helped him recover. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Rick’s Story: Back on the Trails After Knee Surgery

August 22, 2024

Physical therapy at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute in Allison Park helped Rick recover after knee replacement surgery. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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