Category: Injury Prevention
What Physical Therapists Look for During Your First Evaluation
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention, New Patients, Physical Therapy, Reform PT Education on November 18, 2025
Your first visit can feel a little uncertain, which is why this Physical Therapy Evaluation Guide explains what actually happens during your appointment. Your evaluation is simply a conversation and movement check to help your therapist understand your body, your goals, and the reason you’re experiencing pain or limitations. Once you know what they look… Read More
Staying Active in Kennebunk This Winter: PT Tips for Safe Sidewalks, Trails & Daily Life
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention, Kennebunk Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy, Winter Wellness on November 14, 2025
Winter in Kennebunk can be beautiful, but it also brings icy sidewalks, slippery trails, and colder days that make staying active feel a little harder. Even simple daily tasks — like walking the dog, carrying groceries, or getting to your car — can become less predictable when snow and ice hit. The good news is… Read More
The Most Common Fall Injuries We See (and How to Prevent Them This Winter
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy Tips, Winter Safety on October 22, 2025
When winter arrives in Maine, so does the ice — and with it, an increase in slips, trips, and falls. Whether it’s a quick walk to the car or a stroll down your driveway, one small patch of black ice can cause big problems. Every year, we see patients who are surprised by how quickly… Read More
How to Stay Active in Maine Winters Without Risking Injury
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Maine Community Health, Physical Therapy Tips on October 13, 2025
Winter in Southern Maine is beautiful, but it can also make staying active a challenge. Cold temperatures, icy sidewalks, and shorter days push many people indoors, while others still brave the elements to run, ski, or shovel snow. Unfortunately, this is also the time of year we see more injuries—slips on the ice, sore backs… Read More
The Importance of Core Strength for Everyday Activities
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy Tips, Recovery & Flexibility on October 8, 2025
When people hear the word “core,” they often think of six-pack abs or crunches at the gym. But core strength is about much more than looks. Your core includes the muscles in your abdomen, back, and pelvis that work together to stabilize your body. In Southern Maine, whether you’re shoveling snow, carrying groceries up a… Read More
The Benefits of Dry Needling for Muscle Pain
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Condition-Specific Care, Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Injury Recovery, Joint Health, Pain Management on October 3, 2025
Muscle pain can stop you in your tracks. Whether it’s tight shoulders after a long workday, nagging low back pain, or sore calves from running around Southern Maine trails, many people look for quick relief but find that stretches or massages only go so far. At Reform PT, one of the tools our therapists use… Read More
How to Avoid Winter Slips and Falls in Maine
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Maine Community Health, Physical Therapy Tips on October 1, 2025
Winter in Southern Maine brings beauty with its snowy streets and frosty mornings, but it also brings icy sidewalks, slippery driveways, and hidden patches of black ice. Every year, falls on the ice send people to the doctor with sprains, broken bones, or back injuries. At Reform PT, we see how these accidents can disrupt… Read More
Stress Fractures in Runners: Causes and Recovery
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy Tips, Recovery & Flexibility, Sports & Athletics on September 29, 2025
Running is one of the most popular ways to stay active in Southern Maine. From scenic trails in Freeport to road races in Portland, many Mainers lace up their shoes year-round. But with the miles and dedication sometimes comes an unwelcome setback: stress fractures. These tiny cracks in the bone are common in runners and… Read More
The Link Between Footwear and Knee Health
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy Tips, Sports & Athletics on September 26, 2025
Shoes are more than just fashion—they directly affect the way your body moves. In Southern Maine, where people stay active by running, hiking, or even just walking around town, the right footwear makes a big difference. Poor shoe choices can put stress on your knees, leading to pain, stiffness, or even injury. At Reform PT,… Read More
Fall Yardwork in Southern Maine Without the Back Pain: Safe Lifting Tips
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Maine Community Health, Physical Therapy Tips on September 24, 2025
When the leaves start to fall across Southern Maine, many of us spend weekends outside cleaning up our yards. Raking leaves, hauling bags to the curb in Portland, stacking firewood in Freeport, or clearing garden beds in Brunswick are part of the season. While these chores are part of what makes Maine autumn beautiful, they… Read More