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
Consider supportive therapies: Relaxation therapies, physical therapy, heat and cold applications, acupressure, and acupuncture can also help manage pain.
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Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2025
But claims about its benefits abound on social media, in gyms and in physical therapy clinics.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
Willis dealt with the situation for years on and off, missing church, physical therapy, support group and other events, the release stated.
—Theresa Clift, Sacramento Bee, 11 Feb. 2025
The most immediate needs are full time nursing, physical therapy and funding for day to day vital living expenses.
—A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
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Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2025
But claims about its benefits abound on social media, in gyms and in physical therapy clinics.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
Willis dealt with the situation for years on and off, missing church, physical therapy, support group and other events, the release stated.
—Theresa Clift, Sacramento Bee, 11 Feb. 2025
The most immediate needs are full time nursing, physical therapy and funding for day to day vital living expenses.
—A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physical therapy
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On Sunday, Katz said the agency, which Israel accuses of supporting militant groups, had been told to halt activity in the camps.—
Raneen Sawafta and James Mackenzie,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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In Long Beach's case, it was noted that this was a site of oil and gas extraction activities.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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The pope dedicated the morning to respiratory physiotherapy and rest.—
Jon Haworth,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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The mild kidney insufficiency detected days earlier has subsided, and for the first time, the Vatican disclosed that Francis is undergoing respiratory physiotherapy to help clear fluid from his lungs.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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Wolfe upgrades Carrier to outperform from peer perform Wolfe upgraded the air conditioning and heating company after a meeting with company management.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2025
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Tate at the time claimed his son fell off the toilet days earlier and hit his head on the air conditioning unit, leaving him with visible injuries.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Their sculpting leggings, chic sports bras, and sophisticated layering pieces make for the perfect transitional wardrobe from workout to streetwear.—
Julie Loffredi,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Pelc Graca learned this lesson a few years ago as a new mom juggling her business and caring for her newborn, when the idea of squeezing in a workout felt impossible.—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
TIME,
28 Feb. 2025
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This exercise forces you to distill your vision down to its core essence.—
Courtne Marland,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The home-listing website listed viable breeds based on size and ranked them based on cleanliness, barking, if the dog can be alone, exercise needs and friendliness to strangers.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Physical therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physical%20therapy. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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