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What to Expect During Your First Week of Physical Therapy
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Patient Education & Recovery Guides, Physical Therapy Tips on November 3, 2025
New to PT? Here’s What Happens First Walking into physical therapy for the first time can feel a little uncertain. Will it hurt? What will they make me do? How long will it take to feel better?At Reform Physical Therapy, we want your first week to feel empowering, not intimidating. From your initial evaluation to… Read More
From Slippery Sidewalks to Strong Steps: Winter Balance Tips from Our PTs
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Fall Prevention & Balance, Healthy Aging & Mobility, Physical Therapy Tips on October 31, 2025
Why Winter Challenges Your Balance Winter in Maine is beautiful — but it can also be a challenge for your footing.From icy sidewalks and snowy driveways to wet entryways, even the simplest walk to your car can turn risky. At Reform Physical Therapy, our team sees an increase in balance-related injuries every winter — slips,… Read More
Why Every Athlete Should See a PT Before They’re Injured
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy Tips, Sports Injury Prevention on October 29, 2025
The Smartest Athletes Don’t Wait for Pain Most people think physical therapy starts after something goes wrong — a pulled hamstring, a sprained ankle, or post-surgery rehab. But at Reform Physical Therapy, we see things differently. The best athletes don’t wait for an injury to happen — they work with a PT before it does.Seeing… Read More
Maintaining Strength as You Age: Safe Exercises for Every Decade
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Exercise & Strength Training, Healthy Aging & Mobility, Physical Therapy Tips on October 27, 2025
Strength Has No Age Limit Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down — it just means moving smarter.Whether you’re in your 30s, 50s, or 70s, your muscles, bones, and joints thrive when you stay active and strong. At Reform Physical Therapy, we help patients of all ages maintain strength safely through guided movement and personalized exercise… Read More
Why Stretching Feels So Good: The Science Behind Your Warm-Up
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention & Recovery, Movement & Mobility Education, Physical Therapy Tips on October 24, 2025
Ever notice how a good stretch can make you feel like a brand-new person? Whether it’s that first big morning stretch or a few shoulder rolls before shoveling snow, there’s a reason your body craves it. At Reform Physical Therapy, we often remind patients that stretching isn’t just about flexibility — it’s about preparing your… Read More
Recovering After Joint Replacement: Realistic Timelines & Tips
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Patient Education & Recovery Guides, Physical Therapy Tips, Post-Surgical Rehabilitation on October 20, 2025
What to Expect After Joint Replacement Surgery Undergoing joint replacement surgery — whether it’s a hip, knee, or shoulder — is a big step toward regaining your quality of life. Most people decide on this surgery because daily pain and stiffness have made movement too difficult. But while surgery can relieve pain, what happens next… Read More
Why Southern Maine Athletes Choose Reform Physical Therapy for Recovery
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Athlete Wellness & Performance, Physical Therapy Tips, Rehabilitation & Prevention, Sports Injury Recovery on October 17, 2025
When the Game Stops, Recovery Begins If you’re an athlete, you know what it feels like when your body suddenly says “stop.” Maybe it’s the sharp twinge in your knee halfway through practice, or that nagging shoulder pain that’s been getting worse every game. It’s frustrating — especially when you’ve worked so hard to stay… Read More
Megan Fecteau, PT, DPT
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in on October 8, 2025
Meet Megan Fecteau, PT, DPT — Kennebunk Clinic Megan Fecteau is a dedicated and active physical therapist who brings both experience and empathy to the Kennebunk team. Originally from Connecticut, she moved to Maine to attend the University of New England (UNE), where she earned her Bachelor’s in Applied Exercise Science in 2022 and her… 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
ACL Injuries in Soccer: Prevention and Recovery Strategies
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention, Sports & Athletics on September 12, 2025
Soccer is one of the most popular sports in Maine. From kids playing rec league games to high school athletes and adults in community programs, soccer is a sport that brings people together. It is fast, exciting, and fun—but it also puts a lot of stress on the knees. One of the most common knee… Read More