shoulder pain
Why Spring Yard Cleanup Causes So Many Injuries in Maine
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention on March 9, 2026
After a long Maine winter, many homeowners rush outside to tackle spring yard cleanup. While it feels good to get outside again, physical therapists often see a surge in yard work injuries in Maine every spring as people jump into heavy outdoor work after months of inactivity. That’s why yard work injury prevention is especially… Read More
Mom Shoulder: Why Lifting Kids Causes Shoulder Pain (and How PT Helps)
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy Tips on February 27, 2026
If you’re a mom, you already know your shoulders work overtime. You carry car seats, lift toddlers onto your hip, bend over cribs, drag diaper bags, and reach for everything your kids drop. It’s nonstop. Over time, all that lifting adds up. Before you know it, your shoulder starts to feel sore, tight, or even… Read More
CrossFit and HIIT Safety: Protecting Your Shoulders and Knees
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Healthy Living, Sports & Athletics on September 15, 2025
Why These Workouts Are So Popular CrossFit and HIIT workouts are loved because they are short, fast, and intense. They mix strength training, cardio, and bodyweight moves into one session. People often see results quickly in strength, endurance, and fitness. But with this intensity comes higher risk, especially for your shoulders and knees. Why Shoulders… Read More
The “Mom Shoulder” Fix: How to Prevent Pain from Carrying Car Seats
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Injury Prevention, Injury Recovery on August 11, 2025
Shoulder Pain Isn’t Just a Gym Injury If you’re a parent of young kids, chances are your shoulder pain isn’t from lifting weights — it’s from lifting car seats. While parenting doesn’t come with a manual, it does come with repetitive motions that can lead to serious strain, especially on the shoulder, neck, and upper… Read More