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Next Page »Why Does Cold Weather Make My Surgical Site Hurt?
on Thursday, December 4, 2025Understanding Why Winter Can Increase Post-Surgical Discomfort For many people in Portland OR, colder weather brings more than just chilly mornings and early sunsets. If you are recovering from surgery, you may notice that your surgical site feels stiffer, more sensitive, or achier during the winter season. This is a common experience, especially in climates […]
Can I Travel for Thanksgiving If I Just Had Surgery?
on Thursday, November 27, 2025Thanksgiving often means traveling — by car, plane, or train — to reconnect with family and friends. But if you’ve recently had surgery, the idea of sitting for hours or navigating airports can bring anxiety. Is it safe? Will swelling get worse? How can you keep your recovery on track? At Renew Physical Therapy, we […]
The Holiday Trap: Why People Quit PT Too Soon (and What It Costs Them)
on Thursday, November 20, 2025As the holidays approach, life gets busier. Shopping lists grow, family visits start, and it’s tempting to skip a few physical therapy sessions to make time for everything else. For many patients in Portland and Gresham, this pattern starts innocently enough — “I’ll reschedule next week” — but quickly turns into missed momentum and stalled […]
Still Swelling Months After Surgery? Here’s What It Might Mean
on Thursday, November 13, 2025You’ve followed every post-op instruction, gone to physical therapy, and done your exercises — but the swelling around your surgical site just won’t go away. Sound familiar? Persistent swelling weeks or even months after surgery is more common than you might think. For patients in Gresham and Happy Valley, this can be a confusing and […]
Why Is My Balance Worse in Crowds and Grocery Stores?
on Thursday, November 6, 2025Many patients recovering from surgery notice something unexpected when they start returning to normal routines: their balance feels fine at home but suddenly unstable in crowded places like grocery stores or shopping centers. The rush of movement, noise, and bright lighting can make simple errands feel overwhelming. At Renew Physical Therapy, we see this often […]
Use It Before You Lose It: Maximize PT Benefits Before Your Deductible Resets
on Thursday, October 30, 2025As the year winds down, many patients in Portland and Happy Valley don’t realize they may be leaving valuable health benefits on the table. If you’ve been putting off physical therapy, now is the time to act. Most insurance plans reset deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums on January 1, meaning unused benefits disappear. At Renew Physical […]
When Scar Tissue Gets in the Way: Why You’re Still Tight Weeks Later
on Thursday, October 23, 2025Recovering from surgery isn’t always straightforward. For many patients in Gresham and Clackamas, one of the biggest frustrations comes a few weeks into healing: ongoing tightness that doesn’t seem to go away. Even when the incision looks healed, mobility feels restricted. At Renew Physical Therapy, we see this often — and scar tissue is usually […]
Fall Risk Season Is Here: What to Watch for After Surgery
on Thursday, October 16, 2025Fall in Portland and Clackamas means crisp mornings, colorful leaves, and unfortunately, new hazards for those recovering from surgery. Whether you’ve had a joint replacement, back procedure, or another operation, the fall season can increase your risk of slips, trips, and instability. At Renew Physical Therapy, we see many patients who don’t realize how quickly […]
Are You Walking Differently Without Realizing It? Signs Your Gait Is Off
on Thursday, October 9, 2025After surgery or an injury, most people are eager to get back on their feet. But what happens when you start walking again isn’t always what you expect. Without realizing it, you may develop compensatory walking patterns — subtle shifts in how you move that protect the injured area but create new problems over time. […]
Why Is My Surgical Site Suddenly Aching Again in the Cold?
on Thursday, October 2, 2025Recovering from surgery is rarely a straight line. Many patients notice that when fall weather cools down, the area around their surgical site or an old injury suddenly feels stiffer, tighter, or more achy. If you’ve ever wondered why the change in seasons seems to affect your recovery, you’re not alone. At Renew Physical Therapy, […]
