Women’s Health

Pregnancy comes with a unique range of aches and pains in your muscles, joints, and nerves. At Back in Motion® Physical Therapy you will find the help and support you need to get you through your pregnancy comfortably and transition to an individualized post-natal exercise program. Our physical therapists are knowledgeable in a variety of exercise-related concerns during pregnancy and will keep you and your baby happy and safe.

A sample of the problems we work on

Low back and hip pain
Pelvic and groin pain
Sciatica
Pubic symphysis pain
Postural changes
Foot pain
Lower extremity swelling
Stress incontinence
Urge incontinence / Urinary frequency

We can also provide you with

Pre-natal and post-natal pain relief
Post-natal exercise plan
Osteoporosis education and treatment
Pelvic floor strengthening / Core strengthening

We have center and branch locations in Gorham, South Portland, Portland, Newport, Brewer, Waterville and Auburn, Maine to better serve your needs.

Therapy treatment options for Women’s Health

Shoulders hurt from sitting at your desk? Here are 3 ways PT may help

by Agility Tech | Sep 12, 2022 | Physical Therapy, shoulder pain

Spending long hours sitting at a desk may not seem like a workout, but it can put immense strain on your body. In order to keep your body upright, your neck, back and shoulder muscles have to bear your body weight. Over a long period of time, and coupled with awkward...

What is vestibular hypofunction and how can PT help you manage the symptoms?

by Agility Tech | Sep 1, 2022 | Vestibular

A surprising 35% of Americans suffer from vestibular hypofunction, or permanent damage to the inner ear. The inner ear is one of the main organs in the vestibular system that gives someone spatial awareness and a sense of balance. A healthy vestibular system allows a...

Trap imbalance: How it affects athletes and how PT can help

by Agility Tech | Aug 15, 2022 | Prevention, shoulder pain

Is one of your shoulders higher than the other? Do your shoulders feel tight and painful on one side? Are you spending hours in the gym, training endlessly trying to fix it? Put down the barbell for a second and read this. We’re going to talk about trap imbalances and...