How women receive hormone replacement therapy matters, too. Patches—thought to the safer option—could actually do more harm.

A new type of goal-oriented therapy helps older patients recover more fully than standard occupational or physical therapy.

Higher doses of proton therapy over a shorter amount of time effectively treats prostate cancer—and is safe for patients, a new study shows.

"We need to look at the biological factors that are making females more vulnerable to life-saving radiation treatment."

Proton therapy doesn't lead to as many side effects as traditional X-ray radiation therapy for cancer, and has similar cure rates, research finds.

Stroke patients who get more physical therapy are less likely to return to the hospital. Why aren't those on Medicare getting a standard amount?

More than 3.3 million patients each year return to the hospital within 90 days of discharge. Home health care may reduce the need for readmission.

The new "SpinalLog" device uses foam and sensors to let physical therapy students practice moving the spine—no patient required.