Patellar tendon tear.The knee or patellar tendon can tear and break off a piece of bone with it due to an injury. If it is caused by conditions like tendinitis, the tear is seen in the middle of the tendon. Rotator cuff tear.This happens when your shoulder tendons tear or separate from...
(MDs) or doctors of osteopathy (DOs). A physical therapist can play an important role in your health and well-being, but they aren't permitted to do many of the things that medical doctors offer to patients. For example, a physical therapist can’t diagnose diseases, prescribe drugs, or...
move, and live better. Your doctor might suggest this type of treatment if you’ve had an injury or illness that makes it hard to do daily tasks. Physical therapy is performed by a health care professional called a physical therapist. You may only need to see your physical therapist for a...