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Reducing your fall risk with physical therapy for dizziness

People can experience dizzy spells for many reasons, from an inner ear imbalance that causes vertigo to infections to migraines. For any cause, one of the biggest risks is experiencing a fall. The CDC estimates that as many as 20% of all falls can result in a serious injury such as a broken bone or… Read More

Four benefits of visiting a specialist in physical therapy for women

From childbirth to menopause, women as a patient group have many unique needs. While you may think of these needs as being primarily served by specialists such as obstetricians and gynecologists, physical therapy can also play a critical role in women’s care. For example, many health concerns that women deal with, such as pelvic pain,… Read More

Have stiff knee pain when bending your knee? Here’s why

Did you know that the knee is the largest joint in the body? It needs to be in order to withstand the hundreds of pounds of force that is placed on it with every step and movement. The amount of pressure we place on the knees is why this joint is so prone to the… Read More

Do your hips feel stuck? Here’s what could be going on

If your hips feel stuck, it can be for a variety of reasons. Hips that feel stiff and immobile could be related to a degenerative condition such as arthritis, while the underlying cause could also be related to a hip impingement or hip dislocation if there is also pain involved. The fact of the matter… Read More

Three reasons you have wrist popping and pain

From driving to preparing a meal to doing pretty much any job, we need properly functioning wrists. However, since we put so much stress on these relatively delicate and intricate joints, wrist problems can be a frequent occurrence. One of the most frequently encountered concerns is wrist popping and pain. The popping sensation, also known… Read More

What to do if you’re waking up with stiff ankles in the morning

Stiff ankles in the morning can make it difficult to do nearly any everyday task. From walking to the shower, to making breakfast, if you know you’re going to be dealing with ankle stiffness, you may not even want to get out of bed. Stiffness in both of your ankles means it’s more likely that… Read More

Wondering how to get rid of a kink in your neck? Try these steps

If that kink in your neck doesn’t seem to be going away, it may be time to take action. While it may be easy to dismiss minor neck pain as just pain from sleeping in a funny position or craning your neck to look at a screen for hours at a time, neck problems have… Read More

What stiff lower back pain could mean for you

We’ve all woken up with stiff lower back pain after overdoing it in a workout or from a particularly tough day at work. Usually it’s no big deal, passing after a day or two at the most, and we get back to our lives. But if pain and stiffness is particularly severe, or it persists… Read More

Will remote physical therapy benefit me?

Social distancing protocols. Stay-at-home orders. Fear of catching the coronavirus. These are just some of the reasons people who need physical therapy are choosing remote physical therapy. This type of therapy is done using an internet- or app-based video session. Remote physical therapy typically involves education about your injury or medical issue. It can also… Read More

What can I expect from remote physical therapy?

You’re keeping to social distancing protocols as much as possible. You’re going out as little as you can manage. However, you still need physical therapy for an injury or medical issue. Because of this, our team is offering remote physical therapy as well as in-clinic services. Remote physical therapy is a form of physical therapy… Read More

Some answers to FAQs about remote physical therapy

The coronavirus outbreak appears to be getting more severe by the day. This has prompted state and local authorities to shut down many businesses. People have also been asked to practice social distancing. It might not seem like social distancing and physical therapy can occur together, but they can. Remote physical therapy (also known as… Read More

Hip arthritis treatment — why physical therapy?

Since it is so closely related to the natural aging process, arthritis of the hip is not a curable or reversible condition. This makes the primary goal of hip arthritis treatment managing symptoms and maintaining quality of life. With the main symptoms being aches, pains and stiffness, physical movement can become extremely difficult, but it’s… Read More

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94 Main Street #2
Gorham, ME 04038

Phone: (207) 839-5860
Fax: (207) 839-2499

185 Ocean Street
South Portland, ME 04106

Phone: (207) 799-8226
Fax: (207) 799-9340

1041 Brighton Ave
Portland, ME 04102

Phone: (207) 699-4111
Fax: (207) 773-8814

4 Main Street Unit T2
Newport, ME 04953

Phone: (207) 924-0077
Fax: (207) 924-0078

797 Wilson Street
Brewer, ME 04412

Phone: (207) 992-4042
Fax: (207) 992-4043

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