Active Motion Physical Therapy

09/01/2020

Everyone knows that anything worth having takes commitment and effort. Physical Therapy is no exception.
People want the quick fix, however, making meaningful gains takes time.
Physical Therapy is a process. At AMPT, we look at the WHOLE person and how your body is executing movement. We aim to improve mobility, awareness, balance, motor control and strength. Rinse and Repeat. Consistency and hard work gets people to their goals. It is always the goal of Physical Therapy that the patient owns their work, and understands what they need to do moving forward.
Things change over time. Adaptation and activity levels all fluctuate. This means the same or another physical problem may arise. There is no shame is returning to Physical Therapy. A teacher never stops at level one math, a contractor never stops building at the foundation so there is always work to be done. Taking care of our bodies is a life long responsibility and making/keeping them strong takes a little bit of work!

06/09/2020

Black lives matter. A black square was posted here on Tuesday, but I then took it down because for *me* it felt unauthentic to post until I knew what actions we could take as business. AMPT stands for Active Motion Physical Therapy, and action is very important to us. As a start to our learning and involvement, we have decided to take the following steps:
1. Donating to American Civil Liberties Union of MA @ aclu_m in support of their work for equitable healthcare.
2. Supporting small black owned businesses by sourcing 25% of our promotional and cleaning products from these businesses.
AMPT has always been and will continue to be an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome. We will continue to take action. This is a start, please let us know of other suggestions! 🖤

05/11/2020

is the talented Boston business muralist who painted the AMPT logo in our entrance.
Check out the colorful postcards you can purchase through https://www.elissasurabian.com/shop
Mail can really brighten someone’s day!
❤️🌈

04/30/2020

Research Application - Running Shoe Type

Do running shoes have magic in them?!
There are A LOT of options when it comes to choosing a running shoe these days. Whether you race, run the trails, or run recreationally there are many choices. It can be overwhelming!
A 2018 study looked at healthy recreational runners to determine if wearing the same shoe over and over influences change to muscles and ligaments around the foot and ankle. This was particularly important to look at in terms of the trend in minimalist shoes. The article implicates that with decreasing support underfoot, the muscles of the foot will increase in strength to tolerate additional load. Now this is not to say that everyone should jump on the minimalist band wagon, but it is important to get your foot to WORK! You want those muscles to be STRONG! The balance is in trying to find a shoe that provides you with the appropriate amount of support and cushion you need without too much.
is a great place as they have many, many choices of shoe types and brands. Runners World also puts out an article each year reviewing the most updated running shoes for every type of run.
Lastly, a good gait analysis combined with recommendations for exercises to improve strength and activity tolerance can go a long way. We are always happy to help.
And in terms of magic… running or getting moving in any way can be magical for our mind and body!
Zhang X, Delabastita T, Lissen J, De Beenhouwer F, Vanwanseele B (2017) The morphology of foot soft tissues associated with running shoe type in healthy recreational runners. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.

04/29/2020

Teamwork makes the dream work. So thankful ❤️

04/23/2020

Research Application - Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome (FAI)
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is one or more structural abnormalities of the hip, a ball and socket joint. The ball and/or the socket of the hip joint can present with the structural abnormality limiting motion and at times causing pain. This abnormal contact at the joint results in stress that disrupts the acetabular labrum and articular cartilage. It is thought that this repetitive stress over time will lead to early hip joint degenerative changes.
Often both surgical and physical therapy management are options provided to a patient with this diagnosis. This study indicated that surgery is not always indicated and that a comprehensive physical therapy plan of care can result in optimal outcomes. Comprehensive treatment included joint mobilization, motor control and strength.
Pilates rehabilitation is one of the many offerings for treatment at AMPT. The equipment including spring tension and support provide the body with feedback improving both joint motion and motor control. Pilates mat based exercises serve as a compliment to the work done in the clinic. Once motion and control have improved, increasing strength to improve function results in great outcomes.
Mansell N, Rhon D, Meyer J, Marchant B (2018) Arthroscopic surgery or physical therapy for patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. A randomized controlled trial with 2-year follow up. The American Journal of Sports Medicine, 46 (6), 1306-1314.

02/13/2020

Kristen Reed, RN, BSN, BA, HN-BC
Owner at Nursing your way to Wellness, LLC
www.NursingyourwaytoWellness.com

Kristen will be hosting a self love workshop during this Valentine's Day month, please see below for details.

11/12/2019

AMPT will not be hosting the Earn Your Turkey 5K road race this year.

Please consider supporting another great local race at the link below.

Use the Promo Code: WakefieldRunner10 to receive 10% off registration.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Date: November 28, 2019 Location: Flint Public Library, 1 S Main Street, Middleton, MA Details: Start your Thanksgiving on the right foot by running in Middleton’s 2nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K. In it’s first year, the event had over 400 registered participants. This event is open to all and sure...

06/11/2019

Congratulations to Active Motion Physical Therapy Scholarship recipients Peter Buckley and Rebecca Hunt!

Best of luck in your collegiate endeavors!

05/14/2019

Each year AMPT is proud to use the proceeds from our annual Thanksgiving "Earn Your Turkey" 5K to award Scholarships to two graduating WHS seniors. The selection is made through the WHS guidance Department. We can't wait to meet this year's winners!

Wakefield Memorial High School Awards night is Thursday May 23, 2019
6:30-8:30 pm

03/20/2019

Active Motion Physical Therapy is proud to help sponsor The Gator Gallop 5K.

This event will be held on Saturday morning, April 6, 2018 at Wakefield’s Lake Quannapowitt.

REGISTER BY MARCH 21, for a guaranteed free race shirt.

Gator Gallop 5K Registration Page

02/12/2019

Our patients are so thoughtful and community minded. Thank you for your kind donation! One of the best ways to acknowledge our services. We are humbled.

During the month of February, AMPT is hosting a food drive for the Wakefield Interfaith Food Pantry. Please consider donating!