as in activity
US, medical
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
Researchers have analyzed clinical trial data and ranked 12 different non-drug physical therapy treatments for knee osteoarthritis, based on their effectiveness in reducing pain and stiffness, and improving physical function.
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New Atlas, 21 June 2025
That doesn’t mean the waiting game between the physical therapy sessions has been easy.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 June 2025
She’s held a number of jobs while in school–like a work study role doing marketing and communications for NLU, working at a physical therapy office, an optometrist’s, and an advertising agency.
—Aimée Eubanks Davis, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Weeks before that, digital physical therapy provider Hinge Health hit the New York Stock Exchange.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 17 June 2025
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New Atlas, 21 June 2025
That doesn’t mean the waiting game between the physical therapy sessions has been easy.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 June 2025
She’s held a number of jobs while in school–like a work study role doing marketing and communications for NLU, working at a physical therapy office, an optometrist’s, and an advertising agency.
—Aimée Eubanks Davis, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Weeks before that, digital physical therapy provider Hinge Health hit the New York Stock Exchange.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physical therapy
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Russia is already one of the world’s most heavily sanctioned countries – punishments for allegations of US election interference, as well as other malign activities from Crimea to Syria to Britain and beyond.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
15 July 2025
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Unlike other 501c3 organizations, churches are not required to file 990 forms disclosing financial information, leadership and activities.—
Tiffany Li,
ABC News,
15 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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United are making changes to Carrington (Getty Images) There have been discussions about making ‘best-in-class’ appointments in every department at Carrington: recruitment, data analysis, medical, physiotherapy, strength and conditioning, player care and so on.—
Adam Crafton,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Indoor Protection: Stay in places with air conditioning and window or door screens.—
Matthew Binnicker,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Emerald and some partner companies put the technology to a test recently in Phoenix, a place with a high concentration of data centers and a pressing need for air conditioning.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Ideal for an energy boost after a workout or a mid-morning pick-me-up.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Miller recovered shortly before the draft, hosting a workout for scouts.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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And so billionaire philanthropy is an exercise of power and deserves skepticism rather than gratitude.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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Much of their work takes place before extreme weather hits, with tabletop simulations, relationship building exercises and other activities designed to foster close working relationships between weather forecasters, emergency managers and local leaders.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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“Physical therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physical%20therapy. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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