Chronic pain is exhausting—and confusing. Whether it’s that nagging sciatica shooting down your leg, constant neck stiffness from too much screen time, or hip pain when you walk, you don’t have to accept it as your “new normal.” Sciatica and Lower Back PainThose sharp, electric shocks down your leg often stem from nerve irritation. PT […]

Here’s a question we hear a lot:“It only hurts sometimes. Should I just wait it out?” The short answer? No. Pain that comes and goes is often your body’s early warning system. Ignore it long enough, and that whisper becomes a scream. At Fresh Pond Physical Therapy, we help people catch those small issues before […]

Ever bent down to tie your shoe and felt a twinge in your back? Or reached for something overhead and your shoulder protested? Spoiler: It’s not just age. It’s mobility loss + movement dysfunction—and physical therapy can help you fix it before it gets worse. At Fresh Pond Physical Therapy, we help people move better […]

You took time off. You rested. You even bought that fancy massage gun. So… why does your pain keep coming back? Here’s the truth: Rest without rehab is just a pause. If you’re not addressing the root movement issues, the pain will return—stronger, smarter, and more frustrating. At Fresh Pond Physical Therapy, we help people […]

You stretch. You foam roll. You YouTube. But that pain in your shoulder, neck, or knee just won’t quit. Here’s a reality check: Most recurring pain isn’t just about tight muscles or bad luck. It’s about how your body moves (or doesn’t). And that’s where physical therapy steps in—not just to fix pain, but to […]

Not all pain is loud—or visible. Sometimes it hides behind tension, fatigue, or a doctor’s shrug. But the truth is, if you’re feeling tight, tired, or stuck in discomfort, your body is asking for support. And physical therapy might be the missing piece.  1. Jaw Pain & Headaches from Stress (TMJ Disorder) Clenching your jaw […]

We get it. You’re powering through work, workouts, and life—but your body’s keeping the score. That tight neck, aching lower back, and nagging shoulder pain aren’t just from aging or “sleeping wrong.” They’re signs that your body needs help moving better. And no—stretching for 10 seconds between Zoom calls isn’t going to cut it. At […]

Ever feel like your pain has no clear cause? Maybe your hip aches after sitting, your jaw pops when you chew, or your foot hurts first thing in the morning. These symptoms are common—and often misunderstood.  Pains People Are Googling—and How We Help Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)That sharp, stabbing heel pain? Likely plantar fasciitis. Physical […]

Let’s talk about pain—the kind that nags at your lower back, creeps into your neck by 3 p.m., or flares up in your shoulder when you reach overhead. These aren’t just random aches. They’re signs your body is asking for help. At Fresh Pond Physical Therapy, we see the most common pain complaints almost every […]

Dealing with persistent aches or mobility issues? From fear of movement to emerging tech, here’s how physical therapy is transforming how we understand and manage pain: 1. Nociplastic Pain & Pain Neuroscience Not all pain stems from injury. Nociplastic pain—often linked to fibromyalgia—arises from altered pain processing in the central nervous system. That’s why physical […]