Therapy
Learn more about our physical therapy solutions and modalities.
At Greendale Physical Therapy, we offer a variety of therapeutic approaches to treat the symptoms and restrictions left as a consequence to disease and injury – such as reduced function, physical impairments, and pain. Our therapists isolate the cause of painfully limiting conditions through skilled assessment and address the biomechanical problems with their treatments, in order to help you return to full health. Areas of therapy include:
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is a primary care and patient focused health profession. It is dedicated to preventing and managing pain, physical impairments, disabilities and limits to physical activity. Physical therapy focuses on the restoration of normal movement, full function, and reduction in pain following physical impairments arising in the musculoskeletal system (joints, bones, muscles, and soft tissues) that result in disability. Through a combination of exercise, manual therapy and various other modalities, physical therapy helps to improve physical function and conditioning and maintain independence, while promoting health and wellness.
Also see our pages on:
- Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
- Injury Prevention & Recovery
- Degenerative Conditions
- Tendon and Ligament Injuries & Conditions
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Fall Prevention
- Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic physical therapy is a specialist form of physical therapy that uses the physical characteristics of water and the principles of heat and buoyancy as an effective treatment approach. Benefits of aquatic physical therapy include reduction of pain and joint stiffness, promotion of healing by increasing blood flow to injured tissues, muscle strengthening, relaxation, and more. Aquatic therapy is led by a trained therapist and is ideal for improving function in individuals with a variety of limiting conditions, such as arthritis and fibromyalgia.
Sports Rehabilitation
Greendale Physical Therapy has skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with athletes ranging from Olympic athletes to adolescent recreational athletes. Consequently, our clinicians understands athlete’s physical demands and emotional well-being. We understand the importance of full physical function for athlete’s and know how to provide you with a successful, problem-free return to sport.
Rehab Pilates
Pilates is an effective form of exercise designed to improve body conditioning through increases in core strength, flexibility and correction of postural abnormalities and muscle imbalances. This form of exercise is traditionally prescribed as an adjunct to physical therapy during rehabilitation. Rehab Pilates improves physical outcomes for various conditions, including lower back pain, hip pain, and knee pain. Moreover, Rehab Pilates offers an effective method of relaxation and treatment for chronic pain.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is a technique physical therapists use for the treatment of pain and movement impairments. The technique uses a “dry” needle, one without medication or injection, inserted through the skin into areas of the muscle. Other terms commonly used to describe dry needling, include trigger point dry needling, and intramuscular manual therapy. Dry needling is not acupuncture, a practice based on traditional Chinese medicine and performed by acupuncturists. Dry needling is a part of modern Western medicine principles and supported by research.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping is a treatment in physical therapy in which the therapist helps improve circulation in specific areas by using specialized cups to create suction. By increasing blood flow, cupping aids the healing process and helps to reduce pain and muscle tension.
Shrewsbury Clinic
280 Boston Turnpike
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
T: 508-753-7780
F: 508-459-5900
Worcester Clinic
120 Gold Star Boulevard
Worcester, MA 01545
T: 508-459-5000
F: 508-459-5900
Clinton Clinic
145 Church Street
Clinton, MA 01510
T: 978-598-3155
F: 508-459-5900
Marlborough Clinic
435 Lakeside Avenue
Marlborough, MA 01752
T: 508-488-4110
F:508-459-5900
Fitchburg Clinic
28 Ashby State Road,
Fitchburg, MA 01420
T: 978-400-3690
F:508-459-5900
Aquatics
766 Main Street Worcester,
MA 01610
T: 508-459-5000
F: 508-459-5900
Physical Therapist Assistants
Kim Barrow
MS, BS, PTA, Aquatics Director
Education
Southern Connecticut State University, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Exercise Science
MassBay Community College, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
lower back pain and disk conditions, aquatics, chronic pain, post surgical rehab, balance issues
Certifications + Trainings
Certified ACE Personal Trainer, Craniosacral Level I, Graston Technique Levels I & II.
Trained in Burdenko Method, Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute (ATRI), Kinesiotaping, Biosynchronistics, Maitland Technique, Mulligan Concept, Functional Movement Assessment (FMA), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Ross Beaudette
BA, PTA, CSCS, Worcester Clinic Manager, Center Coordinator of Clinical Education (CCCE)
Education
Worcester State University, Bachelor of Education
New England Institute of Technology, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
sports rehab, injury prevention, ergonomics, post-surgical, footwear assessment and prescription
Certifications + Trainings
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Matheson Functional Capacity Evaluation certification, Matheson work hardening certification, ACE personal trainer, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Active Release Technique (ART), Mulligan technique, McKenzie Technique, myofascial release, Muscle Energy Techniques of the Spine and Extremities
Nicolette Bender
BS, PTA
Education
University of Massachusetts, Bachelor of Exercise Science
Becker College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Rehab Pilates, pre and post natal, postural re-patterning, injury prevention, stability training
Certifications + Trainings
STOTT PILATES, NSCA-CPT, TRX, Biosynchronistics, Core Integration, Craniosacral therapy (CST Level 1 & cervical spine), Total Barre, CORE Athletic Conditioning, Diaphragm Release Techniques, Myofascial Release Therapy, Mulligan Techniques for the Extremities, Muscle Energy Techniques for the Spine and Extremities. ISP (injury and special population) focus that includes pre and post natal, scoliosis programming, & breast cancer rehabilitation.
Alexandra "Allie" Hagan
PTA
Education
Salem State University, Bachelor of Athletic Training
Bay State College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
John Hannon
PTA
Education
New England Institute of Technology, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Back pain, footwear/gait assessment, balance/fall prevention, total joint replacement, workplace ergonomics/postural re-ed, injury prevention, aquatics
Certifications + Trainings
Summit certification in evidence-based assessment and treatment for TMJ, Blood Flow Restriction Training, cervical spine dysfunction, and headaches/post concussion
Katharine Osborne
PTA
Education
Mount Wachusett Community College, Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Areas of Clinical Interest
Manual therapy, myofascial release, lower back pain, shoulder and knee injuries, neck pain, kinesiology, trigger point therapy, patient education
Certifications + Trainings
Graston Technique M1-Basic Training