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on Thursday, July 18, 2019Physical Therapy is One of the Best Choices for Treating Chronic Pain We should start, however, by acknowledging that physical therapy is not always the answer in completely eliminating one’s physical pain, especially in cases of chronic pain that has been present for many years, but we believe we can assist most individuals in achieving […]
5 Workplace Tips From A Physical Therapist
on Thursday, July 11, 2019If you watch TV, you may think the most dangerous jobs for work-related injuries may be on a boat catching crabs or in the woods cutting down trees. But, for the rest of us, injuries can begin with just bad posture while sitting at our desk inside our own cubicles. Here are five tips from […]
Pain-Free Physical Therapy in SE Portland
on Thursday, June 27, 2019Our Pain-Free Physical Therapy Philosophy There is a stigma that physical therapy includes pain. In fact, some feel it is encouraged as part of the recovery process, i.e., the pain tells you that it is working. At Renew Physical Therapy, located in SE Portland, we have a no pain rule for physical therapy. Our […]
How Does the Musculoskeletal System Work?
on Thursday, June 20, 2019Just Muscles Plus Bones. Right? The musculoskeletal system is more than just a combination of two separate systems. In fact, when it comes to physical therapy it is hard to see it as two separate systems at all. A physical therapist is trained to understand how your body moves and, as you can imagine, […]
Renew Physical Therapy in SE Portland
on Thursday, June 13, 2019Southeast Division Street is a popular route which begins at the edge of the eastern waterfront of the Willamette River, stretches through the heart of Southeast Portland, and extends east into Gresham. Centrally located on this length of Division, at SE 110th Avenue & SE Division, you will find Renew Physical Therapy. Many physical therapists […]
Is Physical Therapy Just Exercises and Stretching?
on Thursday, June 6, 2019The short answer is no. Physical therapy is much more than exercises, heating pads, and stretching. Physical therapy is focused on the recovery of movement and overall wellness. There is a lot that goes on before any exercise or stretching takes place. First, We Evaluate and Diagnose The success for recovery is proportional to the […]
Direct Access to Physical Therapy in Portland, Oregon
on Saturday, June 1, 2019What is Direct Access? Direct access refers to the ability of patients to seek attention from a medical specialist like a physical therapist without needing a referral from their primary care physician. Can a Physical Therapist Diagnose? Yes, physical therapists are doctors and have the formal education and clinical training to diagnose, treat, and […]
Do You Need A Doctor’s Referral To See A Physical Therapist?
on Thursday, May 16, 2019In Oregon, we are fortunate to have “Direct Access” to physical therapists. In fact, as of 2015 all 50 states now have direct access to physical therapy. This means that you can legally see them directly, without a referral. However, some insurance companies still require a referral in order to have physical therapy services paid […]
Portland Resources for Back and Neck Pain
on Thursday, May 9, 2019For Portland residents suffering from neck and/or back pain, these painful symptoms can be a result of a number of factors, including but not limited to issues as simple as sitting for an uncomfortably extended period of time, or as straightforward as an injury such as an auto accident, fall, or overexertion. It’s certainly not […]
Sleeping Tips from a Physical Therapist
on Wednesday, May 1, 2019Why is Sleep Important for Health? You may be surprised that your Physical Therapist is interested in your sleep health. After all, isn’t physical therapy about activities like exercising and stretching? Physical therapy is about recovery and accomplishing goals toward recovery. Sleep is when the body heals and mends itself. This means sleep has a […]
