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
His care required several surgeries as well as physical therapy.
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Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
While these findings are encouraging, think about how many additional hospitalizations, injuries, and even fatalities could be avoided with greater awareness of — and access to — preventive physical therapy.
—Brian Frost, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
With the help of monthly B12 injections and five months of physical therapy, Tera began to regain her strength.
—Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2026
The movement is similar to stepping onto a curb or sidewalk, said Joe Hribick, DPT, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT, a clinical assistant professor of physical therapy at Lebanon Valley College.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 15 Apr. 2026
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Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
While these findings are encouraging, think about how many additional hospitalizations, injuries, and even fatalities could be avoided with greater awareness of — and access to — preventive physical therapy.
—Brian Frost, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
With the help of monthly B12 injections and five months of physical therapy, Tera began to regain her strength.
—Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2026
The movement is similar to stepping onto a curb or sidewalk, said Joe Hribick, DPT, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT, a clinical assistant professor of physical therapy at Lebanon Valley College.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physical therapy
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Recreational activities have changed, but the spiral from contender to cellar remains unchecked.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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If suspicious activity is detected, users receive support from fraud resolution specialists who help contact agencies, prepare documentation, and dispute unauthorized accounts.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Cavina, who has a master's in veterinary physiotherapy and has studied veterinary osteopathy, has spent nearly his whole life around animals.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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In rehabilitation and physiotherapy, the suit could guide patients through safe movements at home without constant supervision.—
Omar Kardoudi
April 13,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2026
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With the addition of tennis courts, a swimming pool, air conditioning and other amenities, the club once again became a popular social hangout.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Hotter summers mean higher electricity bills as families rely more on air conditioning just to stay safe.—
Sacoby Wilson,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
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There was a palpable positive energy throughout the workout, and the big names seemed to be leading the way.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Magic guard Desmond Bane saw Cain’s potential as early as over the summer during voluntary workouts before the team even reported for training camp.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
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Smith uses community-building exercises and state Capitol visits to encourage critical thinking and civic engagement.—
Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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But what an opportunity this group has to provide more than just a damage limitation exercise.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Physical therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physical%20therapy. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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