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Physical therapy’s unique contribution to health care stems from its advanced understanding of how the body moves, what ailments prevent it from moving properly, and how to restore mobility. Here are some posts to help you learn more.
Unlocking the Potential of Dry Needling: Your Comprehensive Guide to Effective Pain Management
In recent years, dry needling has emerged as a sought-after technique for managing pain. If you're considering whether this approach is right for you, this comprehensive guide aims to address your concerns and provide insights into the effectiveness of dry needling in...
Decoding Needles: Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture – Unveiling the Right Therapy for You
The world of needle therapies presents a choice between two prominent techniques: dry needling and acupuncture. Despite their commonality in using thin needles, these practices diverge in principles, history, and applications. This article delves deeper into the...
9 Tips You Might Not Know to Relieve Neck Pain
When it comes to neck pain traditional treatments, like medication or hot/cold therapy may not always provide relief. Finding the combination of remedies for your neck pain may require some trial and error. Here are a few known tips that could help you effectively...
Two Warning Signs of Neck Pain Requiring Urgent Medical Attention
Neck pain can usually be managed with remedies such, as rest, stretching, or over-the-counter medications. However, there are symptoms that should not be ignored and require medical attention. Here are two important indicators: Persistent Neck Stiffness Accompanied by...
Tendons and Ligaments: What’s the Difference?
Tendons and ligaments are like strong, stretchy bands in your body. The big difference between them is how they connect. Tendons and ligaments help you move and keep your body steady. As we get older, both tendons and ligaments can get weaker and more prone to...
A Guide to Tendonitis
Tendonitis, also known as tendinitis, is when the tissues that connect your muscles to your bones (tendons) become inflamed. It often occurs due to repetitive activities and can be quite painful. Tendonitis can affect various parts of your body, including the elbow,...
Boosting Tendon and Ligament Health Through Nutrition
Our tendons and ligaments are vital for everyday movement, supporting our active lives. What we eat plays a significant role in our well-being and performance. When striving to reach your health and fitness goals, a balanced diet becomes a critical part of your...
The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Recovery
The path to rehabilitation after an injury is difficult. Minor fractures and muscle rips are easy to bear, but significant injuries, such as an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), need a considerably longer and more difficult recovery procedure. There’s no magical cure...
Navigating the Road to Recovery: Physical Therapy for ACL Injuries
An ACL injury isn't just a strain on your knee; it can disrupt your entire routine. But fear not, because there's a well-orchestrated path to healing – and it's called physical therapy. This process involves distinct phases, each with its purpose of getting you back...
Enhance ACL Recovery with these Top 8 Exercise Techniques
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), positioned at the center of the knee, is a vital connector of bones. These bands of tissue, known as ligaments, ensure the bones remain interconnected. One of the ACL's main functions is to prevent the shin bone from shifting...
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Physical Therapist Assistants
Kim Barrow
MS, BS, PTA, Aquatics Director
Education
Southern Connecticut State University, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Exercise Science
MassBay Community College, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
lower back pain and disk conditions, aquatics, chronic pain, post surgical rehab, balance issues
Certifications + Trainings
Certified ACE Personal Trainer, Craniosacral Level I, Graston Technique Levels I & II.
Trained in Burdenko Method, Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute (ATRI), Kinesiotaping, Biosynchronistics, Maitland Technique, Mulligan Concept, Functional Movement Assessment (FMA), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Ross Beaudette
BA, PTA, CSCS, Worcester Clinic Manager, Center Coordinator of Clinical Education (CCCE)
Education
Worcester State University, Bachelor of Education
New England Institute of Technology, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
sports rehab, injury prevention, ergonomics, post-surgical, footwear assessment and prescription
Certifications + Trainings
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Matheson Functional Capacity Evaluation certification, Matheson work hardening certification, ACE personal trainer, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Active Release Technique (ART), Mulligan technique, McKenzie Technique, myofascial release, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Nicolette Bender
BS, PTA
Education
University of Massachusetts, Bachelor of Exercise Science
Becker College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Rehab Pilates, pre and post natal, postural re-patterning, injury prevention, stability training
Certifications + Trainings
STOTT PILATES, NSCA-CPT, TRX, Biosynchronistics, Core Integration, Craniosacral therapy (CST Level 1 & cervical spine), Total Barre, CORE Athletic Conditioning, Diaphragm Release Techniques, Myofascial Release Therapy, Mulligan Techniques for the Extremities, Muscle Energy Techniques for the Spine and Extremities. ISP (injury and special population) focus that includes pre and post natal, scoliosis programming, & breast cancer rehabilitation.
Alexandra "Allie" Hagan
PTA
Education
Salem State University, Bachelor of Athletic Training
Bay State College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
John Hannon
PTA
Education
New England Institute of Technology, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Back pain, footwear/gait assessment, balance/fall prevention, total joint replacement, workplace ergonomics/postural re-ed, injury prevention, aquatics
Certifications + Trainings
Summit certification in evidence-based assessment and treatment for TMJ, Blood Flow Restriction Training, cervical spine dysfunction, and headaches/post concussion
Katharine Osborne
PTA
Education
Mount Wachusett Community College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Manual therapy, myofascial release, lower back pain, shoulder and knee injuries, neck pain, kinesiology, trigger point therapy, patient education
Certifications + Trainings
Graston Technique M1-Basic Training