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Is It Normal to Still Feel Swollen After Surgery?
on Thursday, September 11, 2025Swelling after surgery is expected—but how much is too much? And how long is it supposed to last? If you’ve recently undergone a joint replacement, spinal procedure, or soft-tissue surgery and you’re still seeing puffiness in your leg, ankle, or incision site weeks later, you’re not alone. Post-operative swelling is common in the early healing […]
How Long Until I Can Walk Comfortably After Surgery?
on Thursday, September 4, 2025For patients recovering from surgery — whether a knee replacement, foot procedure, or spinal operation — one of the most pressing and emotional questions is: “How long until I can walk again without pain or fear?” At Renew Physical Therapy, we hear this question every day from individuals in Portland OR, Clackamas OR, and nearby communities […]
When Summer Pain Becomes a Fall Problem: Act Now
on Thursday, August 28, 2025As summer winds down across Portland and the surrounding areas of Clackamas, Gresham, and Happy Valley, it’s tempting to ride out those small aches and twinges with the hope they’ll disappear on their own. But seasonal transitions are exactly when unresolved pain turns into long-term problems. Whether it’s your lower back, shoulders, knees, or hips […]
Back to Your Routine Without Back Pain
on Thursday, August 21, 2025As the carefree pace of summer gives way to the structure of back-to-school and back-to-work routines, many Portland-area residents find themselves trading movement for more time at desks, in cars, or at kitchen counters. And while fall structure can be productive, it often comes at a cost: back pain. At Renew Physical Therapy, August and […]
Late Summer Shoulder Pain? How to Recover Before Fall
on Thursday, August 14, 2025August brings a final burst of summer activity throughout Portland, Clackamas, and Happy Valley. From competitive recreational leagues to late-season gardening and DIY projects, many people are pushing their bodies before the routines of fall return. One of the most common complaints we see this time of year at Renew Physical Therapy is shoulder pain […]
From Camp to Classroom: Preventing Backpack and School-Related Injuries
on Thursday, August 7, 2025Summer in Oregon is winding down. As kids trade in sleeping bags for school bags, and parents get ready for earlier mornings, the shift back to school routines brings more than just supply lists and schedules — it often introduces a whole new set of physical strain and injury risks. At Renew Physical Therapy, we […]
Don’t Wait for Fall: Fix That Lingering Pain Now
on Thursday, July 31, 2025It’s easy to ignore nagging pain in the middle of summer. You’ve got plans, the weather’s great, and maybe that sore knee or tight shoulder isn’t that bad… yet. But by the time fall rolls around, that same discomfort could become a full-blown problem — just in time for back-to-school routines, colder weather, and heavier workloads. […]
Weekend Warrior Woes: Recovering from Summer Overexertion
on Thursday, July 24, 2025It starts with good intentions: a hike in the Gorge, a game of pickup basketball, or tackling that backyard landscaping project. But by Sunday evening, you’re sore, stiff, and asking yourself, “Why did I think that was a good idea?” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. July is peak season for weekend warrior injuries […]
Back Pain on the Road: How PT Can Help Frequent Drivers and Travelers
on Thursday, July 17, 2025Long drives. Summer road trips. Sitting in beach traffic. While summer offers more freedom to explore, it often comes at a price — back pain. Whether you’re commuting between Clackamas and Portland, taking a weekend road trip to the coast, or logging serious hours behind the wheel for work, your spine pays the price for prolonged […]
Shoulder Pain Season: Why Summer Activities Aggravate Your Rotator Cuff
on Thursday, July 10, 2025From swimming in the Columbia River Gorge to weeding your garden in Clackamas, summer is prime time for shoulder pain. If you’ve noticed increased soreness, stiffness, or a clicking sensation in your shoulder during July, you’re not alone. At Renew Physical Therapy, we see a surge in rotator cuff-related issues every summer — especially in […]
