Arthritis
Joint Stiffness
A stiff joint can make simple movements feel much harder than they should. Maybe your knees feel stiff when you first stand up in the morning. Your shoulder may not move as freely when reaching overhead. Your ankle might feel tight after an injury, or your hip may take a few minutes to loosen up… Read More
Joint Pain
Joint pain can turn simple movements into frustrating ones. Many people find relief and improved mobility through joint pain physical therapy. Walking up the stairs, reaching into a cabinet, getting out of a chair, exercising, or even getting comfortable at night may suddenly require more thought than it used to. Sometimes joint pain begins after… Read More
Arthritis
Arthritis can make everyday movement feel harder than it used to. Your knees may ache after walking. Your hips may feel stiff when you first stand up. Your hands may hurt when gripping something, or your back may become uncomfortable after sitting for too long. For many people, these changes gradually lead to doing less…. Read More
Can Physical Therapy Help You Avoid Surgery?
Posted by: in Joint Pain & Arthritis on July 31, 2026
Many people can avoid surgery with physical therapy when they seek treatment early for pain or an injury. Whether you’re dealing with chronic knee pain, shoulder pain, back pain, or arthritis, surgery isn’t always the first or best option. Physical therapy can reduce pain, restore strength, improve mobility, and address the root cause of your… Read More
Orthopedic Conditions
Orthopedic conditions affect the muscles, joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, and other tissues that help your body move. Many people find that orthopedic physical therapy can play a vital role in recovery and improving mobility. These conditions can develop suddenly after an injury or gradually because of overuse, repetitive movements, aging, weakness, or changes in mobility…. Read More
Why Your Pain Is Worse in the Morning (And What You Can Do About It)
Posted by: in Pain Management on July 23, 2026
Have you ever rolled out of bed and wondered why your body feels so much worse than it did the night before? Maybe your back is stiff, your knees ache as soon as your feet hit the floor, or your neck feels like it barely moved all night. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone…. Read More
Managing Arthritis Pain in Cold Weather
Posted by: in Healthy Living, Maine Community Health, Physical Therapy Tips on October 15, 2025
For many Mainers, the drop in temperature brings more than just frosty mornings and snowy roads—it also brings joint pain. Arthritis symptoms often worsen during the winter months, leaving people with stiff knees, sore hands, or aching hips. At Reform PT, we frequently hear from patients who feel their arthritis flares up as soon as… Read More