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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Perimenopause and Menopause
Posted by: in Pelvic Health on June 4, 2026
Perimenopause and menopause bring major changes to the body, yet many women are never fully prepared for what to expect. While hot flashes and mood swings are commonly talked about, symptoms related to pelvic floor health are often overlooked or dismissed as “just part of aging.” Pelvic floor physical therapy for menopause can offer support… Read More
Why Parents Are Developing “Text Neck” Faster Than Teens
Posted by: in Physical Therapy Education on June 2, 2026
When most people hear the term “text neck,” they picture teenagers scrolling social media, watching videos, or spending hours on their phones. While teens certainly spend a significant amount of time looking at screens, many physical therapists are noticing something surprising: parents are often developing text neck symptoms faster and more severely than their children…. Read More
Why Your Gardening Routine Might Be Causing Hip Pain
Posted by: in Back Pain, Chronic Pain, Injury Prevention, Patient Education, Physical Therapy, Seasonal Injury Prevention, Seasonal Tips on May 29, 2026
For many people, gardening is one of the most rewarding parts of spring and summer. However, gardening hip pain can be a common problem if certain movements aren’t done with care. It gets you outdoors, keeps you active, and provides a sense of accomplishment that few hobbies can match. Whether you’re planting flowers, pulling weeds,… Read More
Why You Feel Pressure “Down There” After Standing All Day
Posted by: in Pelvic Health on May 27, 2026
If you’ve ever gotten home after a long shift and felt a heavy, achy, or uncomfortable pressure “down there,” you are not alone. Many women experience pelvic pressure after standing for long periods of time, especially after workdays spent on their feet. Hair stylists, nurses, teachers, retail workers, moms, dental hygienists, warehouse employees, and healthcare… Read More
Why Pickleball Injuries Are Rising So Quickly
Posted by: in Sports Injury Prevention on May 21, 2026
Pickleball has quickly become one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Across Southern Maine and throughout the United States, more people of all ages are stepping onto the court for a sport that feels social, approachable, competitive, and fun. For many adults, pickleball offers a great way to stay active without the intensity of… Read More
What Lobster Workers and Tradespeople Need to Know About Overuse Injuries
Posted by: in Work Injuries on May 18, 2026
Physical jobs place a unique kind of stress on the body, and overuse injuries in tradespeople are a common result. Lobster workers, carpenters, electricians, mechanics, landscapers, fishermen, construction workers, welders, and other tradespeople often spend years performing repetitive movements, lifting heavy materials, bending, twisting, climbing, gripping tools, and working long hours in physically demanding environments…. Read More
The Difference Between “Managing” Pain and Treating It
Posted by: in Chronic Pain on May 16, 2026
Pain has a way of affecting nearly every part of daily life. It can change how you move, how you sleep, how you work, and even how you think about your body. For many people, pain slowly becomes something they learn to work around instead of something they believe can actually improve. Treating chronic pain… Read More
What Makes Personalized Physical Therapy Different
Posted by: in Wellness & Recovery on May 14, 2026
Physical therapy is not supposed to feel rushed, generic, or one-size-fits-all. That’s why personalized physical therapy has become so important for people who want care that fits their unique needs. Yet many people walk into healthcare experiences feeling like just another appointment on the schedule. They tell their story multiple times, bounce between providers, or… Read More
When Is Dizziness a Sign You Should Seek Help?
Posted by: in Vestibular Therapy & Balance on May 12, 2026
Most people experience dizziness at some point in their lives. Sometimes it happens after standing up too quickly, skipping a meal, getting overheated, or recovering from an illness. In many cases, dizziness passes quickly and never returns. But for others, dizziness becomes something much more disruptive. It can begin affecting confidence, movement, daily routines, work,… Read More
What Is Dry Needling, Who Can Benefit, and How It Helps
Posted by: in Physical Therapy Treatments on May 8, 2026
Dry needling is one of those treatments that can sound a little intimidating at first, mostly because people hear the word “needling” and immediately think it is going to feel scary or intense. But for many patients, dry needling benefits include being a helpful part of physical therapy because it targets tight, irritated muscles that… Read More