Orthopedics
Expert Evaluation and One-on-One Care for Muscle, Joint, and Orthopedic Injuries
Whether you've hurt your back lifting something heavy, rolled your ankle, strained a muscle, or developed persistent shoulder or knee pain, Foundation Physical Therapy provides Aroostook County comprehensive orthopedic evaluation and treatment designed to help you recover quickly and confidently.
For many non-emergency orthopedic injuries, physical therapy can be an excellent first step. We perform a thorough musculoskeletal evaluation to identify the source of your symptoms, determine whether physical therapy is appropriate, and recognize when imaging, a physician, specialist, or emergency care may be needed.
Our goal is simple: help you get the right care at the right time while avoiding unnecessary delays whenever possible—even outside our normal hours.
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Start Your Recovery Sooner
Many people spend days or weeks waiting for appointments after an injury. Emergency department visits can take hours and cost a fortune while only providing temporary relief—they are designed to stabilize medical emergencies. For many urgent orthopedic conditions, physical therapy can often be the first step toward getting answers and beginning treatment. Contact us, even after hours, to prevent any delay in your care.
If additional medical care, imaging, or a specialist is needed, we'll help guide you toward the appropriate next step.
Common Conditions We Treat
Orthopedic physical therapy can help with a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Back pain
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Hip pain
Knee pain
Foot and ankle injuries
Muscle strains
Ligament sprains
Tendon injuries
Joint pain
Overuse injuries
Work-related injuries
Arthritis
Sports and recreational injuries
Post-surgical rehabilitation
If your evaluation suggests additional medical testing or emergency care is needed, we'll help guide you toward the appropriate next step.
Why Choose Foundation Physical Therapy?
Every orthopedic injury is different, which is why every patient receives a comprehensive one-on-one evaluation focused on understanding why you're hurting—not simply treating where it hurts.
At Foundation Physical Therapy, you'll receive:
One-on-one care with your physical therapist every visit
A comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation
Hands-on treatment when appropriate
Individualized exercise programs
Education to help prevent future injuries
A treatment plan built around your goals and schedule
Our objective isn't simply to reduce your pain. It's to help you understand your condition, recover efficiently, and return to the activities you enjoy with the confidence to manage your recovery long after therapy ends.
Rehabilitation That Fits Your Life
Recovery doesn't have to mean spending hours in a clinic every week.
When appropriate, we'll teach you the exercises, strategies, and self-management techniques you need to continue making progress at home. Your rehabilitation plan is designed around your lifestyle, allowing many patients to recover with fewer clinic visits while still receiving expert guidance along the way.
Through our secure patient portal, you'll be able to:
Access your personalized home exercise program anytime
Watch exercise videos and instructions
Receive program updates when clinically appropriate
Communicate with your therapist between visits
For appropriate patients and conditions, remote therapeutic monitoring may also be available to help support your recovery while keeping you connected to your therapist.
When Should You Seek Emergency Care?
While many orthopedic injuries can be safely evaluated by a physical therapist, some conditions require immediate medical attention.
Seek emergency care immediately if you experience:
A suspected fracture
Severe trauma
Loss of bowel or bladder control
Progressive numbness or weakness
Chest pain or difficulty breathing
Signs of a stroke
Significant head injuries
If you're unsure where to start, Foundation Physical Therapy can often help determine the most appropriate next step for many non-emergency orthopedic conditions.
Ready to Get Back to What You Love?
Whether your injury happened yesterday or months ago, Foundation Physical Therapy provides individualized orthopedic care focused on helping you move better, recover faster, and return to the activities that matter most.