Rye Physical Therapy

11/01/2025

💀 Scary Myth: “A rotator cuff tear always means surgery.”

✨ Truth: Many people have rotator cuff tears and don’t even know it! Research shows that up to 60% of adults over age 70 have asymptomatic tears — meaning they have no pain or dysfunction.

💪 Strength, stability, and smart exercise can often manage symptoms without surgery. Physical therapy focuses on improving shoulder control, posture, and muscle balance — helping you stay active and pain-free.

🧠 Remember: A tear on an MRI doesn’t automatically mean it’s the cause of your pain or that you need an operation. Your shoulder is resilient!

➡️ Have shoulder pain or clicking that worries you? Let us evaluate it — not all “tears” are scary.



📚 Reference:
Yamamoto A, Takagishi K, Osawa T, et al. Prevalence and risk factors of a rotator cuff tear in the general population. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2010;19(1):116-120. doi:10.1016/j.jse.2009.04.006

10/17/2025

💀 Scary Myth: “Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis.”

✨ Truth: The “pop” you hear is just gas bubbles forming and collapsing in your joint fluid — not your bones grinding or wearing out!

🧠 Research shows no link between knuckle cracking and arthritis:
• A 2011 study found that habitual knuckle crackers had no higher rates of arthritis than non-crackers.¹
• A 2016 study using ultrasound found that regular crackers actually had thicker cartilage — not thinner — and similar grip strength to non-crackers.²
• In 2018, researchers confirmed that the cracking sound comes from cavitation (gas bubble formation), not joint damage.³

👊 So go ahead — crack away, guilt-free!
If you’re experiencing other “pops,” clicks, or joint pain that worry you, our physical therapists can assess what’s normal and what needs attention.

➡️ DM us or tap the link in our bio to schedule an evaluation today.



References:
1. DeWeber K, Olszewski M, Ortolano R. Knuckle cracking and hand osteoarthritis. J Am Board Fam Med. 2011;24(2):169-174. doi:10.3122/jabfm.2011.02.100156
2. Gürsoy R, et al. Effects of habitual knuckle cracking on metacarpal cartilage thickness and grip strength. Clin Anat. 2016;29(8):1022-1028. doi:10.1002/ca.22831
3. Chandran Suja V, Barakat AI. A mathematical model for the sounds produced by knuckle cracking. Sci Rep. 2018;8:4600. doi:10.1038/s41598-018-22664-4

10/10/2025

🦴💀 Scary Myth: “Running will ruin your knees.”

👻 Truth: Research shows the opposite! Recreational running can actually protect your knee cartilage and lower your risk of arthritis compared to being sedentary.

🏃‍♀️ A 2017 review of over 125,000 people found that recreational runners had less arthritis (3.5%) than those who didn’t run (10%). Studies using MRI also show that healthy cartilage adapts and recovers after running — it doesn’t “wear out.”

💪 The real key? Smart training habits, strength work, and proper recovery.
Your knees were made to move — not to fear running!

➡️ Not sure how to start running safely or build joint strength? Our team can help design a plan that keeps you active and pain-free.



Reference:
Alentorn-Geli E, Samuelsson K, Musahl V, Green CL, Bhandari M, Karlsson J. The association of recreational and competitive running with hip and knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2017;47(6):373-390. doi:10.2519/jospt.2017.0505

10/07/2025

🎃 Each week this October, we’re going to be busting some “scary” myths you’ve heard about how activity and exercise may negatively affect your body! Stay tuned to separate the facts from the fright! 👀

09/28/2025

🌲 Rye PT Gear Spotted in Oregon! 🌲
We LOVE seeing our gear out in the wild — and this time, it made it all the way out to the West Coast!

Where have you taken your Rye Physical Therapy gear? Whether it’s on a hike, at the gym, or just repping around town — we want to see it! 📸

👇 Drop your location in the comments!
🎁 Bonus points if you share a photo!

Let’s see how far the Rye PT family can go! 🌎💙

09/19/2025

Neck pain? We’ve got your back (and neck)!
Whether it’s from hunching over a laptop or hitting the gym a little too hard, neck discomfort is way too common.

One of our go-to treatments is 👉 spinal manipulation (also known as spine “adjustments”).
It uses quick, controlled movements to improve joint mobility — and yes, licensed physical therapists are trained and qualified to perform these safely and effectively.

Here’s what it can do for you:
✅ Increase joint mobility
✅ Improve flexibility & strengthen supporting muscles
✅ Reduce pain and stiffness

As a clinic committed to evidence-based care, we make sure the treatments we use are backed by science — and spinal manipulation is no exception. 📚 (Check out the study we’ve linked in our bio!)

That’s why both Shane and Sarah have taken advanced training courses in spinal manipulation through

Scroll to the next slide to hear what we’re talking about and what our patients think about spinal manipulations!😉

📍 Book an evaluation today — let’s get that neck moving pain-free again!

09/05/2025

The Rye PT team spent the afternoon renewing our CPR certification to uphold our commitment to providing you with the highest level of care. A huge thank-you to the professionals and the for keeping our skills sharp in these lifesaving techniques! ❤️

08/21/2025

08/13/2025

Welcome to our first educational post! 🧠

Shoulder pain? Your ✨ rotator cuff ✨ might be the culprit.

The rotator cuff is a group of four small but powerful muscles — Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, and Subscapularis — that surround your shoulder, keep it stable, and help you lift and rotate your arm.

When these muscles are injured (think tendinopathies, muscle strains, or tears), pain and limited motion often follow.

✅ Physical therapy can help with neuromuscular re-education of shoulder mechanics, targeted strengthening, and sometimes dry needling to get you moving pain-free again.

💬 Comment “exercises” below and we’ll share our top PT-approved rotator cuff moves!

07/29/2025

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07/21/2025

Everyone, please join us in wishing your favorite PT a very happy birthday!

Happy birthday, Shane!

07/10/2025

Rye PT Prime Day Picks for Recovery!

Our PT team rounded up 3 must-haves to keep your body feeling strong, mobile, and pain-free — all available on Amazon Prime Day 🎉:

✨ 1. Foam Roller
Our go-to for improving thoracic spine mobility and releasing tight muscles.

💥 2. Percussion Massager
Target deep muscle tension with customizable speeds. Perfect for post-workout recovery or breaking up stubborn knots from sitting too long.

🏋️‍♀️ 3. Resistance Bands
A staple in every rehab plan. Use them for strength training, joint stability, and mobility exercises — whether you’re at home or on the go.

📦 Stock up while the deals last! Your body (and budget) will thank you.