Low Back Pain? There Might Be Options Besides Surgery
Chances are you’ve had an aching back. Sometimes it takes expert detective work and an open mind to figure out why — and fix it for good.
Physical therapy alum aims to launch nonprofit for black and brown girls with disabilities
The organization, Girls Overcoming Obstacles Daily, will focus on students facing health and resource disparities in South Los Angeles.
Physical therapists turn to telehealth to deliver critical care
In response to COVID-19, USC’s physical therapists are coming up with creative at-home solutions to maintain treatment for patients sheltering in place.
Get Faster, Stronger and Fitter Through the Power of Data
Wearable devices track athletes’ every move, helping them train smarter and recover from injury faster.
Stand-up comedian bounces back from six bedbound years, thanks to USC team
Eddie Barojas was confined to a bed for years after developing a severe lymphedema. Today — thanks to a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, urologists and wound-care specialists — he’s back on his feet and ready to return to comedy.
Physical therapy restores some control lost to prostate cancer treatment
Patient Richard Johannesen shares how USC physical therapist Daniel Kirages helped him deal with the effects of cancer therapy.
For USC hybrid physical therapy students, immersion is everything
The university’s unique program requires students to spend nearly 60 days in on-campus immersions, giving them the opportunity to refine their skills and solidify everything they’ve learned online.
Sports Medicine Innovations That Help Weekend Warriors Stay in the Game
Experts in physical therapy, orthopaedics, ophthalmology and more help people stay active for longer.
Through tactical physical therapy, USC alum treats those who serve
Sarah Greytak learned to think outside of the box at USC. Now she’s putting her physical therapy skills to much-needed use within the Denver police and sheriff’s departments.
Play ball! As season begins, USC researchers work to prevent elbow injuries
USC physical therapy researcher Lori Michener and her team hope to make Tommy John surgery a thing of the past.
Training physical therapists to be advocates, too
USC Doctor of Physical Therapy students are first-line defenders of pain management policy, doing everything from writing letters to meeting lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Novel partnership helps students deal with physical stress caused by dentistry
A collaboration between the university’s physical therapy and dentistry programs leads to more work with less pain.
Student-led USC group aims for diversity among physical therapists
USC responds to national inequity in the field by forming an organization that explains the profession to minorities in the community.
These Surprising Specialists May Help You Kick Habits and Prevent Disease
Physical and occupational therapists are teaming up with physicians to provide personalize care for injury recovery, disease prevention and much more.
Getting stroke survivors back on their feet
Physical therapy expert at USC wants to know if a walking pattern would lower a patient’s risk of falling.
Trojan Physical Therapist for NFL Athletes Gets Back to Basics
From pro athletes to weekend warriors, Drew Morcos takes a fresh approach to help his clients be their best.
USC works to increase diversity in physical therapy field
Partnership with a leading historically black college is part of a government-backed initiative that aims to increase the number of graduate students from traditionally underrepresented populations.
Have a headache? Here’s an option when medication and massages don’t provide relief
USC physical therapists work alongside specialists to create individualized treatment.
Epstein family gift enhances sports medicine research and care at USC
Epstein Family Foundation donates $10 million to name the USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine.
Physical therapy grad uses his own physical battles to fuel his career
Leukemia and a rare side effect of chemotherapy didn’t stop Brandon Hsu. Instead, they inspired him.
Study suggests surgery alternative for rotator cuff pain: push-ups, pull-ups
USC physical therapy study at orthopedics lab helps patient recover without surgery.
Researchers team up with Major League Baseball to predict injuries before they occur
The trial looks at risk factors tied to upper-extremity injuries to the shoulder and elbow during spring training.
Rock climbers learn how to avoid injuries with tips from ‘Climbing Doctor’
Improper use of the feet or poor mechanics can pose problems for those in the specialized sport, USC alum says.
When sitting all the time becomes a big pain in the back
After two surgeries, a patient finally finds relief from back pain through physical therapy at USC.