Broken tibia & fibula, 3.5 months ago, clean snap. I got an intramedullary rod in the tibia, screws at the ankle and knee, and absolutely no recommendations for PT other than some exercises to do at home from the doctor. Everything else seems to have healed well enough, but - my big toe ain't movin', and it's stuck in permanent "up". [more inside]
posted on Aug 15, 2008 - 3 answers

How do I go about finding platonic physical affection? [more inside]
posted on Jul 11, 2008 - 33 answers

Will my frozen shoulder ever stop hurting? [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2008 - 11 answers

I've never had a physical - do I need one and what would it involve? [more inside]
posted on Mar 1, 2008 - 16 answers

Physical therapy recommendation in Seattle metro area? [more inside]
posted on Dec 29, 2007 - 5 answers

My 74-year-old father-in-law broke his femur skiing last week. Please recommend a physical therapist in the SF Bay Area for a very active older person. [more inside]
posted on Dec 18, 2007 - 3 answers

What should a good doctor check for when giving a physical/basic medical exam consist to a 26-year old male. [more inside]
posted on Dec 12, 2007 - 19 answers

How can my dad get his butt back in shape? [more inside]
posted on Aug 14, 2007 - 7 answers

Help me find an ADD-friendly physical activity. Looks like there's [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2007 - 22 answers

I was in Mexico for three days with my boyfriend when he because physically violent. It was the first time he had ever done so. I have the bruises and cuts from earlier today. Because the incident took place in Mexico, US police say they cannot do anything. Do I have any options at this point? We're both applying to law schools, and the ABA has strict policies against criminal backgrounds. He's a criminal, but I don't know what to do. I can't believe he's getting away with this.
posted on Mar 9, 2007 - 45 answers

I wasn't at all satisfied with the doctor I chose for my yearly checkup. What's the best way to get a refund, if possible? [more inside]
posted on Feb 16, 2007 - 31 answers

I would like to be certified as a fitness trainer and possibly in diet therapy. In looking at online and corespondent courses it seems there are a lot of different orgs to go through. Some are obviously not so great and a scam in themselves. I have pretty much narrowed my search down to a few: The ISSA, AFPA, and NASM look to be the best options. But there is such a span in tuition and course options. Any recomendations from anybody in the field?
posted on Feb 2, 2007 - 5 answers

Is there a way of tagging paper? [more inside]
posted on Jan 9, 2007 - 19 answers

I need to buy term life insurance ASAP, but I'm out of shape. What's the smart thing to do? [more inside]
posted on Dec 28, 2006 - 5 answers

Need recommendations for a great physical therapist in NYC that is good with hips. I have significant arthritis, despite a preventative major surgery (ganz osteotomy) last year I am "looking forward" to a hip replacement within the next 5 to 10 years. I am 33 and dance in a troupe. Having major trouble finding good therapy and massage that falls within my Aetna hmo. Don't worry about the insurance, I will check that out. Just give me recommendations, pls.
posted on Nov 8, 2006 - 2 answers

Training, silimming, and building at the dawn of one's thirties: tips, statistics, techniques? Way [more inside]
posted on Oct 22, 2006 - 7 answers

I've thought about physical therapy as a potential profession. What should I know about the field, and what kind of path would I have to take when I have a degree in the arts and have been working a completely unrelated field? [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2006 - 6 answers

My girlfriend did ballet from early childhood up until the middle of high school. She was very much into it, doing everything she could to improve. Through doing so, she severely injured both of her hips (I believe it was due to "turn outs"). She still suffers from hip pain today, 1 semester away from her graduating college. What can she do to remove/reduce pain in her hips? [more inside]
posted on Jul 23, 2006 - 14 answers

I went to see Ben Folds here in Milwaukee last night, and by about halfway through the main act, I was in serious pain, just from standing there. My feet, especially my heels, were killing, and my lower back was stiff and uncomfortable as well. My question is: Is there any way to avoid this? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2006 - 11 answers

Desire to exercise + bad joints = ? . Should I try to find some kind of trainer or sports therapist? Should I look into some kind of machine (I'm considering rowing or eliptical), and if so what do I look for in quality machines? Should I just go to a gym for a few months, try some things on my own and see what feels good? [more inside]
posted on Jan 7, 2006 - 28 answers

What is a protein powder that is a) good for building muscles, b) stir-mixes very easily with milk or water, c) is a good value, and d) tastes good? Thanks.
posted on Jan 6, 2006 - 21 answers

I have always wondered why I tend to feel better after a workout. What kind of chemicals get released during and after physical exertion, and why do they make us feel good?
posted on Dec 13, 2003 - 10 answers