Use these patient education resources to extend your care experience at Duke.

• Does Osteoporosis Have to Change My Life?
  Peggy Anglin, PT, explains the implications of osteoporosis.
• How Physical Therapy Can Help You Treat Low Back Pain
  Learn how physical therapy can help treat low back pain.
• Physical Therapy for Cystic Fibrosis
  Exercise assists with maintaining clear airways in cystic fibrosis patients.
• Physical and Occupational Therapy for Hemophilia and Sickle Cell Disease
  Duke physical and occupational therapists help patients with hemophilia and sickle cell disease manage their conditions.
• Duke Driving Program Frequently Asked Questions
  Review frequently asked questions about the Duke Driving Program offered through Duke Physical & Occupational Therapy.

Pediatric Physical and Occupational Therapy

• Physical and Occupational Therapy for Pediatric Orthopaedic Conditions
  Duke physical and occupational therapists will work with your family and medical team to create a plan of care for your child's orthopaedic condition.
• Physical and Occupational Therapy for Prematurity
  The physical and occupational therapists that work in the NICU at Duke have specialized training in provision of services for these fragile infants.
• Physical and Occupational Therapy for Pediatric Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy
  After surgery, your child will receive physical therapy services to gradually improve flexibility, joint range of motion, strength, and gross motor function.
• Physical and Occupational Therapies for Pediatric Sensory Processing Disorder
  Duke physical and occupational therapists are dedicated to helping children with sensory processing disorder.
• Physical and Occupational Therapy for Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Syndrome (SCID) in Children
  Duke PTOT assists your child in developing typical age-appropriate skills through typical movement patterns, environmental exploration, and by encouraging independence.
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Solutions to Simplify Activities of Living

• Solutions to Simplify Activities of Living: Bathing
  Learn some solutions to make bathing easier.
• Solutions to Simplify Activities of Living: Cooking
  Learn some solutions to make cooking easier.
• Solutions to Simplify Activities of Living: Dining
  Learn some solutions to make dining easier.
• Solutions to Simplify Activities of Living: Dressing
  Learn some solutions to make dressing easier.
• Solutions to Simplify Activities of Living: Energy Conservation
  Energy conservation refers to the way activities are done to minimize muscle fatigue, joint stress, and pain.
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