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A smiling female skier stands at the top of a snowy ski run, celebrating her return to skiing after recovering from an injury with personalized care from the physical therapists at Forza Physical Therapy.

Empowering Hands

How a Hand Therapist can Alleviate CMC OA Discomfort

Hand therapists specialize in treating CMC OA, reducing pain and improving mobility through gentle therapies and splints. Their expertise enhances the quality of life for individuals with this condition.

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Recovery

Recover, Rebuild, Return: Physical Therapy for Skiing and Snowboarding Enthusiasts

Recover from skiing and snowboarding injuries with personalized care at Forza Physical Therapy in Augusta, Maine. Our expert therapists address concussions, improve balance, and restore function to get you back to the activities you love. Schedule your appointment today!

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The Ultimate Guide to Exercise: ASCM Guidelines for a Healthier You

This blog discusses the American College of Sports Medicine's (ACSM) exercise guidelines, emphasizing the importance of exercise for health. It covers various exercise types, the FIT formula, progression, and safety, concluding by emphasizing consistency and enjoyment in maintaining a healthier lifestyle.

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Our Clinic

Is This Place For You

FORZA Physical Therapy treats a diverse clientele, from professional athletes to everyday fitness enthusiasts. They define an athlete broadly as anyone working towards physical goals, offering rehabilitation to help clients achieve their best physical state.

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Insights

Painful Hands

Your hands work hard for you so treat them with love. No matter what you’re doing, take a second to think about your hands. Your hands will thank you for it.

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Recovery

Understanding Joint Laxity in the Wrist: A Road to Recovery

Hand therapy is highlighted as a crucial treatment, involving personalized exercises, splints, and education to help patients regain wrist stability and function, enabling them to return to daily activities with less pain and improved independence.

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Recovery

Prevent, Treat, and Recover from Skier’s Thumb with Forza Physical Therapy

Thumb injuries, like skier’s thumb, often result from overstretching or tearing the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL), a condition that commonly arises during activities such as skiing, falling, or lifting heavy objects. At Forza Physical Therapy, we focus on hand therapy solutions to help prevent, treat, and recover from thumb injuries, empowering you to enjoy life without discomfort.

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