Saturday hours now available here at Accel Physical Therapy! If you desire a Saturday time slot, be sure to make an appointment (as availability may be limited). Contact us, or simply call 207 844-8923 today! We’re proud to be Brunswick (Maine) and Greater Brunswick’s go-to for physical therapy. Located on the Brunswick Landing, we’re … read more »
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We’re Hiring!
Accel Physical Therapy is looking to hire part time help! We are specifically looking for a Medical Receptionist to work afternoon/evening hours. This will begin at 10-15 hours a week with potential to grow into more hours. Be sure to contact us with any questions or for additional details! We’re proud to be … read more »
Pre-Surgery Physical Therapy
So you are having surgery and know you are in for physical therapy after, but have you ever considered physical therapy before having surgery? Studies have shown that preoperative physical therapy can reduce postoperative care use. For example, patients undergoing hip or knee replacement, preoperative therapy can reduce postoperative care use by 29 percent. In … read more »
Accel PT’s Fall Update
We were proud to celebrate National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) in October! The goal of NPTM is to raise awareness of the role that PTs and physical therapy assistants play in helping individuals and patients find relief from pain, improve mobility and overall functional ability, as well as live overall healthier lives. National Physical Therapy … read more »
Accel PT is Here to Help With Shoulder Pain!
The shoulder is an often used body part that, if in pain, can greatly hinder your well-being. And this complex joint that makes up the shoulder is very susceptible to injury. If you are suffering from shoulder pain it can be caused by a variety of reasons including overuse, some sort of trauma, or bad … read more »
Accel PT Wellness Tips: Stretching
Many people wonder – should I stretch? Or shouldn’t I? Before exercise? After? A number of studies over the years conclude that dynamic stretching – combined with a short warm-up – before exercise, followed by static stretching after activity is beneficial. Stretching in this manner works to improve performance and decrease the possibility of injury. … read more »
Weekend Warrior? Prevent Injuries with These Tips
As we get older we take on more responsibilities – work, family, property – and, with that, no matter how badly we want to continue being active, sometimes our exercise and fitness can take a back seat during the week. Then, on the weekend, many of us turn into ‘weekend warriors’ – after little to … read more »
Choose Physical Therapy in 2018
In 2018, make and keep the resolution that you’ll choose physical therapy! In selecting PT, individuals both feel better faster AND save money in the process! In many states here in the US, you can actually see a physical therapist first without needing to see anyone prior – no doctors, no hospitals. At Accel Physical … read more »
Reflections on PT by PRN’s Dan Fleury (Response to Opinion Article)
Dan Fleury (PT, DPT, OCS, Diploma Osteopractic, FAAOMPT) – a PT at Portsmouth Physical Therapy and the Vice President of the Pinnacle Rehab Network (to which Accel is a member) – penned this tremendous piece on physical therapy in response to a recent article he had read that expressed doubts about PT as a whole. … read more »
Get to Know the Team! An Interview with Hillary
We have such a tremendous team here at Accel Physical Therapy, and we want to showcase our staff as we continue to grow! One of our amazing physical therapists is Hillary Jackson. Check out her Accel PT ‘behind-the-scenes’ interview! What is your role/position? I am a full time physical therapist at Accel Physical Therapy. What … read more »