Movement is such a crucial part of life. From using our hands to brush our teeth, to using our legs to walk to the car, and even to using our fingertips to punch the digital pins of our credit cards to purchase our groceries, movement is a voluntary part of life that we often take for granted. However, certain undesirable incidents happen in life that remind us of how important movement can be, such as accidents, paralysis, morphological defects, and even moments of pain. The independence that we possess when we can move is indispensable, and the beautiful field of physical therapy (PT) seeks to restore this freedom. In this episode, we speak to freedom-restorer Dr. Veronica Velasquez, who relays the stories of pain and victories inside people's homes.

Receiving her bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from ...