Physical Therapy (PT)
Physical therapy is designed to help patients develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability throughout their life. Whether your movement and/or function is threatened by age, injury, disease or environmental factors, you can count on our physical therapists to provide personalized treatment that is both effective and compassionate. We offer physical therapy at all three locations; Milford, Franklin and Northbridge, MA.
It doesn’t matter how young or old you are because our physical therapists serve the orthopedic and neurological needs of all age groups. Plus, you’ll come to know your physical therapist well and visa versa because you’ll be cared for by the same physical therapist throughout your treatment!
Our services are also preventive, providing education and guidance before rather than after an injury. We give special attention to the prevention of injuries at home and in the workplace. This proactive care reduces the risk of sustaining future injuries and possible impairments. Upon entering our program, all patients (regardless of diagnosis) are screened for their risk of falling. We also perform wheelchair evaluations.
Our affiliation with both a world-class medical center and cancer center allow us to provide the following special services…
Breast Cancer
We offer pre-surgical screening and education as well as post-operative treatment focusing on restoring upper extremity mobility and strength, improving scar mobility, correcting muscle imbalances and posture, improving edema and restoring your function so that you can return to doing the activities you enjoy.
Dry Needling
Dry Needling (DN) is a skilled technique performed by a physical therapist using thin filiform needles to penetrate the skin and/or underlying tissues to affect change in body structures and functions for the evaluation and management of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, pain, movement impairments, and disability. DN is considered dry compared to wet needling because nothing is being injected into the body. Positive effects of DN include increased blood flow to the area, flexibility, range of motion, restored function and reduced pain. Read a story about a patient who was treated with dry needling.
Graston Technique®
Our physical therapists are specially trained in the Graston Technique; a relatively new treatment for soft tissue injuries. This procedure helps to detect and treat areas of scar tissue and adhesions in muscles, tendons and ligaments that can reduce range of motion and cause pain. It is used to treat many different types of injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, joint sprain, muscle strain, lower back pain, fibromyalgia, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis and more.
The benefit of the Graston Technique® is not only the detection of the fibrous tissue, but the speed with which patients recover. Most patients have a positive response within two or three treatments. It decreases overall time of treatment, reduces the need for anti-inflammatory medication and it can resolve some chronic conditions thought to be permanent. Read a patient story about the Graston Technique®.
Lymphedema
Lymphedema is the abnormal accumulation of protein-rich fluid just below the skin, which causes swelling. This swelling most often affects the arms or legs, but can occur elsewhere in the body, including the neck, abdomen and groin.Although there is no cure for lymphedema, physical and occupational therapy can dramatically decrease the symptoms so you can resume your everyday activities and provide you with the tools to self-manage this condition. Read a story about a patient who was successfully treated for lymphedema.
Neurological Disorders
Therapists with advanced course work provide a multi-disciplinary, (PT, OT, Speech) comprehensive treatment for patients with a variety of neurological disorders. Milford Regional neurological clinicians keep us in tune with the patient’s medical management strategies.
Temporomandibular (TMJ) Dysfunction
Dysfunction of the temporomandibular (TMJ) is caused by the joint, muscles used for chewing or surrounding structures, microtrauma (clenching/bruxing), macrotrauma (whiplash), and degenerative changes. Read more.
Vestibular/Balance Issues
Women's Health and Pelvic Floor Therapy
Up to one third of all women experience a problem with their pelvic floor muscles at some point in their life. We offer a non-surgical approach to rehabilitation of dysfunctions in the pelvis/groin that contribute to bowel, bladder, sexual health, and pain complaints. Read more.
Complex Medical Patients with Multiple Challenges
Our medical affiliation allows us to provide a comprehensive and individualized treatment plan, for all medical challenges being dealt with by a patient.
Read a testimonial written by one of our physical therapy patients.
You can find our three locations at:
42 Cape Road, Route 140, next to Papa Ginos, Milford, MA
2 Forge Parkway, just off Route 140, Franklin, MA
100 Commerce Drive, next to Osterman Propane, Northbridge, MA
Learn more about some of the conditions our physical therapists treat such as frozen shoulder, dizziness, axillary web syndrome and much more on our blog, Take Care
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