shoulder pain
Repetitive Stress Injuries
Pain does not always begin with one obvious injury. Sometimes it starts as a small ache after work. After hours at a computer, you might notice soreness in your wrist. Repeated reaching or lifting can leave your shoulder feeling uncomfortable, while gripping tools throughout the day may lead to elbow pain. At first, the symptoms… 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
Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When I Reach Overhead?
Posted by: in Shoulder Pain on September 1, 2026
Reaching overhead should feel like a simple movement. You may do it when putting away dishes, getting dressed, washing your hair, lifting a child, painting, working, swimming, or exercising. When that movement causes shoulder pain, even basic daily tasks can become frustrating. Shoulder pain when reaching overhead can develop for several reasons. The discomfort may… Read More
Frozen Shoulder Treatment
Frozen shoulder treatment can help reduce shoulder pain, stiffness, weakness, and difficulty reaching, dressing, sleeping, lifting, or completing everyday activities. Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, develops when the tissues surrounding the shoulder joint become painful and increasingly stiff. Over time, movement can become very limited, even when another person tries to move the arm… 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
Head, Jaw & Upper Body
Pain in the head, jaw, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, or hand can affect almost every part of daily life. It may make it harder to eat, speak, sleep, work, drive, lift, type, exercise, or care for your family. Even a small movement can become frustrating when pain keeps returning. Upper body physical therapy can be… Read More
The Most Common Summer Sports Injuries We See in Physical Therapy
Posted by: in Sports Rehabilitation on June 24, 2026
Summer is one of the most active times of the year, and with all this activity comes an increased risk of summer sports injuries. Longer days, warmer weather, and outdoor recreation opportunities encourage people to get moving. Whether it’s running local road races, playing pickleball, golfing, hiking Maine trails, cycling, swimming, tennis, softball, or simply… 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
Is Cracking or Popping Joints Actually Bad?
Posted by: in Joint Health on June 6, 2026
Almost everyone has experienced it. You stand up from a chair and your knee cracks. You stretch your back and hear a pop. Maybe your shoulder clicks during a workout or your knuckles crack when you’re thinking. Cracking or popping joints are so common that for some people, these sounds are oddly satisfying. For others,… Read More