hip pain
Total Hip Replacement Rehabilitation
A hip replacement can be a major step toward moving with less pain. After surgery, however, your body still needs time to heal, rebuild strength, and adjust to your new hip. Walking may feel different. Your leg may feel weak or stiff. Getting in and out of bed, standing from a chair, climbing stairs, putting… Read More
Bursitis
Bursitis can make everyday movements surprisingly uncomfortable. Walking up the stairs, reaching overhead, kneeling, sleeping on your side, or simply getting up from a chair may start to hurt. A bursa is a small, fluid-filled sac located near many of the joints in your body. These sacs help reduce friction between bones, tendons, muscles, and… 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
Hip Pain Treatment
Hip pain treatment can help when aching, stiffness, weakness, or sharp pain makes it harder to walk, climb stairs, exercise, sleep, or complete daily tasks. The hip is a strong ball-and-socket joint. The top of the thigh bone fits into a socket in the pelvis. This design gives the hip stability while allowing the leg… 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
Hip, Knee, and Leg
Hip, knee, and leg physical therapy can help people who are dealing with pain, weakness, stiffness, or trouble moving. These problems may affect your ability to walk, climb stairs, work, exercise, play sports, or complete simple tasks at home. Lower-body pain can begin after a fall, twist, sports injury, or sudden increase in activity. It… Read More
The Hidden Impact of Carrying Heavy Bags Every Day
Posted by: in Injury Prevention & Recovery on June 12, 2026
For many people, carrying a heavy bag is simply part of daily life. Whether it’s a purse, diaper bag, work bag, backpack, laptop case, gym bag, or tote filled with everyday essentials, most of us rarely think twice about the weight we’re carrying. After all, if you’ve been doing it for years, it probably feels… 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
How Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Can Cause Back, Hip, and Core Pain
Posted by: in Health & Wellness on March 31, 2026
Pelvic floor dysfunction pain can cause discomfort in the lower back, hips, abdomen, and core muscles, even though many people do not realize the pelvic floor is involved. The pelvic floor muscles work together with the hips, spine, and core to support the body during everyday movement. When these muscles are weak, tight, or not… Read More
Is It Sciatica or Just Tight Muscles? How to Tell the Difference
Posted by: in Physical Therapy Tips on February 25, 2026
Pain in your lower back or leg can feel confusing, and many people aren’t sure if they’re dealing with sciatica or tight muscles. Both can cause discomfort, but they behave very differently. Understanding the difference early helps you choose the right care and get relief sooner. At Reform Physical Therapy, we help patients across Maine… Read More