06 Aug

Reclaiming Overhead: Treating Rotator Cuff Impingement

Comment(0)by ECRC Physical TherapyHelpful Articles, Physical Therapy

Rotator cuff impingement is a shoulder condition where the rotator cuff tendons become pinched under the acromion bone (part of the shoulder joint) during overhead or lateral movements away from the side of the body causing pain and weakness. At ECRC Physical Therapy in Killingly and Lisbon in Eastern CT, we treat impingement by correcting shoulder blade mechanics and rebuilding rotator cuff strength, helping patients avoid surgery and return to overhead activity.

18 Feb

Dive into Healing: The Power of Aquatic Physical Therapy at ECRC PT

by ECRC Physical Therapy

Are you struggling with pain, limited mobility, or recovering from an injury? Traditional manual therapies can sometimes be challenging or even painful. In an aquatic therapy environment, the buoyancy of water provides support, reduces impact, and enhances your body’s ability to heal. By utilizing aquatic physical therapy at ECRC Physical Therapy, people with various injuries […]

18 Jan

Ditch the Dizziness: Why Physical Therapy for Vertigo is Your Fastest Path to Stability

by ECRC Physical Therapy

If the world suddenly starts spinning when you turn your head, roll over in bed, or simply look up, you’re not just dizzy—you’re likely experiencing vertigo. This disorienting and often terrifying sensation affects millions of people, significantly interfering with daily life, driving, and even basic tasks. The good news? Vertigo is not something you have […]

08 Dec

Stand Taller, Live Safer: How Physical Therapy for Balance Can Transform Your Movement

by ECRC Physical Therapy

Do you find yourself hesitating when stepping over a curb? Have you or a loved one experienced a scary slip, trip, or fall recently? Balance is something we often take for granted until it starts to decline. The ability to stay upright and move confidently is crucial for maintaining independence, activity, and a high quality […]

08 Nov

The Healing Touch: Understanding Orthopedic Manual Therapy and How It Works

by ECRC Physical Therapy

Persistent pain, stiffness, and restricted movement can severely limit your life. You may have heard of the benefits from physical therapy, but did you know of the specialized field within physical therapy practice under the name of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (OMT)? This specialized, hands-on approach can often make a critical difference in the management of […]

08 Oct

Walk with Confidence: How Gait Assessment and Custom Orthotics Can Transform Your Movement

by ECRC Physical Therapy

Do you suffer from persistent foot, ankle, knee, hip, or back pain that just won’t go away? The source of your discomfort might not be where you think. The way you walk—your gait—is the foundation of your body’s movement, and even a slight imbalance can cause a chain reaction of pain and dysfunction throughout your […]

21 Aug

Reclaim Your Movement: Your Guide to Post-Op Joint Replacement Physical Therapy at ECRC PT

by ECRC Physical Therapy

Undergoing joint replacement surgery can be a life-changing decision, hoping that it will provide an end to chronic pain and help you return to activities you love. Whether you’re anticipating a total knee replacement, a total hip replacement, a total shoulder replacement, the operating room is only the beginning of the recovery journey. In fact, […]

04 Mar

Finding It Hard to Resist: The Benefits of Resistance Training

by ECRC

Resistance training bands are a safe and effective way of strengthening muscles in all patients. As physical therapists know quite well, resistance bands are perhaps the least expensive and most versatile exercise tools for improving muscle strength and flexibility. But what are the benefits of resistance bands? What Are Resistance Bands? These strips and loops […]

08 Nov

Ankle Injuries – From Minor Misstep to Chronic Condition

by Carl MailhotHelpful Articles, Physical Therapy

Ankle injuries can end up worse than one might think. While many might assume that something as seemingly minor as an ankle sprain poses little more than an insignificant inconvenience, there is growing evidence that ankle injuries (ranging from simple sprains to fractures) can present serious long-term consequences. It is important to bear in mind […]

08 Nov

What is Movement Diagnosis?

by ECRC

Movement diagnosis tends to slip under the radar. But what is movement diagnosis? Medical diagnoses don’t need much of an introduction. They’re what you get from your doctor when you’re sick. Examples would be influenza, diabetes, or hypertension. They describe the underlying problem that is causing your symptoms. When people feel sick, they know they […]

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Reclaiming Overhead: Treating Rotator Cuff Impingement

Dive into Healing: The Power of Aquatic Physical Therapy at ECRC PT

Ditch the Dizziness: Why Physical Therapy for Vertigo is Your Fastest Path to Stability

Stand Taller, Live Safer: How Physical Therapy for Balance Can Transform Your Movement

The Healing Touch: Understanding Orthopedic Manual Therapy and How It Works

Walk with Confidence: How Gait Assessment and Custom Orthotics Can Transform Your Movement

Reclaim Your Movement: Your Guide to Post-Op Joint Replacement Physical Therapy at ECRC PT

Finding It Hard to Resist: The Benefits of Resistance Training

Ankle Injuries – From Minor Misstep to Chronic Condition

What is Movement Diagnosis?

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