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Mass Bay Spine & Sport of Marshfield Launches Medical Gym

Courtney Boynton, ATC

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice in Marshfield has recently launched a new Medical Gym to help patients with health issues better manage their conditions and improve their overall health.

Located within MBSSPT’s expanded space at 506 Plain Street, the Medical Gym is designed for patients with risk factors such as diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, heart disease and other health issues who are serious about a personalized program that will help them better manage and improve their health. MBSSPT practitioners utilize exercise, behavior modification and nutrition to help patients obtain and maintain wellness. Courtney Boynton, a Certified Athletic Trainer, will oversee the Medical Gym.

Four key elements differentiate MBSSPT’s Medical Gym: all patients receive medical oversight; the practitioners communicate with the patient’s physician; patients are guided by credentialed experts in exercise physiology and kinesiology (body movement) and there is greater accountability with regard to successful outcome.

The Medical Gym offers a custom program with a limited number of memberships. There are two options for membership – a month-to-month membership or a close-guided, 12-week session membership.

“Our Medical Gym programs help patients accomplish the goals of strength, weight loss and better movement. Our equipment is functional so members won’t be overwhelmed. It’s all about engaging the entire body in good movement patterns. Our programs are affordable, and our closely-guided program, in particular, costs less than one massage per week,” explained Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, founder.

He continued, “This isn’t your typical ‘muscle’ gym and we’re not your typical personal trainers. We design a custom program for each patient and our certified, expert Athletic Trainers provide on-going guidance which ensures a successful outcome.”

For more information, contact (781) 319-0024 or email Courtney@massbayspineandsport.com to inquire.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. A state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, MBSSPT has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

MBSSPT is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy Promotes Kathleen Young To Office Manager

Kathleen Young
Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) of Marshfield has recently promoted Kathleen Young, a Marshfield resident, to the position of Office Manager.

Ms. Young joined the MBSSPT team early last year as a front office assistant. In her new role as Office Manager, she will be responsible for overseeing front office operations, billing and the administrative staff. Previous to MBSSPT, Ms. Young worked in office administration and front office reception at two medical practices on the South Shore for four years.

With a passion for wellness, Ms. Young is a yoga instructor in her spare time and also participates in many fundraisers for Autism Speaks and other Autism charities.

“Kathleen is personable and knowledgeable and her administrative skills truly set her apart. She is a great fit for our talented team,” noted Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, founder of MBSSPT.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Courtney Boynton of Mass Bay Spine & Sport Completes the Disney Marathon in Support of Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Courtney Boynton

Courtney Boynton, a Certified Athletic Trainer at Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) in Marshfield, participated in the 20th Walt Disney World Marathon in Orlando, FL in January in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Ms. Boynton ran in the 26.2-mile Walt Disney World Marathon as a member of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Team In Training to raise funds to help find cures and better treatments for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma.   Among the 20,679 male and female runners who finished the race, Ms. Boynton placed at 9,529 overall and 3,944 among the female runners.  Her clock time was an impressive 5 hours and 28 minutes.

Ms. Boynton ran the race in honor of her grandmother, Lucille Boynton who was diagnosed with lymphoma last year.

“My mission is to help find cures and more effective treatments for blood cancers. My grandmother is now in remission thanks to foundations such as LLS. I wanted to choose a fundraising cause to help other people with similar cancers as my grandmother. With the donation support I receive in running this marathon, I can help improve the quality of life for patients and their families as well,” explained Ms. Boynton.

Ms. Boynton met her fundraising goal of $4,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

“We’re very proud of our colleague Courtney and support her every step of the way.  She did an amazing job and the funds that she raised will help advance cancer research and treatment,” noted Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, founder of MBSSPT.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health.  All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises,  neuromuscular reeducation,  gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization,  to name a few.  MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield.  For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Mass Bay Spine & Sport To Participate in Marshfield Community Christmas

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield, will be participating in Marshfield Community Christmas as an official drop off location until December 20th.

Marshfield Community Christmas was founded in 1979 as an effort to help members in the community by giving them new toys, small gifts and food certificates in the hopes of making Christmas a little more joyful. Gifts for children and teens are needed. Bear in mind that teens in particular are often in need of grooming items such as hair products, shaving items and manicure sets.

For additional information contact MBSSPT directly or visit: http://www.marshfieldcommunitychristmas.com/

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Matthew Dupont, PT, DPT Joins Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy of Marshfield

Matthew Dupont, PT, DPT
Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT), an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice in Marshfield, has recently hired a new physical therapist, Matthew Dupont, PT, DPT.

Mr. Dupont is a 2012 graduate of Northeastern University where he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Science. He completed a clinical rotation at MBSSPT prior to graduation. Mr. Dupont is focused on current treatment techniques and evidence based practice with interests in lower extremity biomechanics and functional gait.

He is currently accepting new patients.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Renowned Physical Therapist Shares Tips for Avoiding Injury this Summer

Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC

For many individuals and businesses, summer is a time when things slow down. Not so for the physical therapy staff at Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) of Marshfield.

According to Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, who is the orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice’s founder – summer is their busiest time.

“In the summertime, people want to enjoy the great outdoors and they take on projects and activities that put a stress on muscles and tendons that may not have been used the rest of the year. Even summer footwear can cause a strain,” Carman explained.

Golfing, playing tennis, doing strenuous yard work and other “weekend warrior“ activities can cause neck, shoulder and back problems. Although it sounds like simple common sense, don’t do too much all at once. If you golf or play another sport in the summer, but not during the rest of the year, be aware of signs of muscle fatigue and pain that lasts longer than 48 hours. If you’re a weekend warrior, be sure to space out the work and take on reasonable loads. For example, don’t build a brick or stone wall in a day or spread three yards of mulch in a matter of hours.

Walkers wearing non-supportive footwear and people wearing flip flops, unsupportive sandals or no shoes at all may experience foot and ankle problems. Shoes offering little or no support can strain the plantar fasciia and Achilles tendon, and many people begin to exhibit symptoms mid-summer. A few symptoms of foot issues include pain at the back of heel or under bottom of heel. Key symptoms are pain in the bottom of your foot first thing in the morning (as you get out of bed) or when you are walking without shoes.

Note that normal muscle soreness is usually a 48 hour cycle of aching muscles. When soreness lasts more than two days, it is an indication that there’s more to it. Pain that is closer to joints and tendons, pain that is constant at rest, swelling/heat/redness that is associated with the pain, and pain that is not resolving within 72 hours is something to be concerned about. If you have pain in the knee, shoulder and ankle joint itself, it’s a red flag of strain.

“When you suffer from aches and pains, it’s best to deal with it sooner than later. If caught early, one to two days of rest is usually all that is needed. But, aches and pains that are ignored can become more significant. The tissues break down and can become an injury if not addressed promptly. Then, it can take weeks to resolve the issue,” explained Carman.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy Helps Rehabilitate One-Armed Marshfield Golfer

Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, Director of Rehabilitation

Marshfield resident Jim Kilroy had been playing golf with one arm for over two decades after having his left arm amputated in 1985. But, the stress from playing golf with just one arm over the long-term began to take its toll on his shoulder. He developed arthritis and a bone spur in his shoulder, which eventually led to a massive tear in his rotator cuff last summer. The doctors at Mass General Hospital told him he needed surgery and had to give up golf.

Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, Director of Rehabilitation at Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT), who oversees the state-of-the-art orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice in Marshfield, entrusted Kilroy’s care to physical therapist on staff, Melissa Bodzinski, DPT, ATC, who believed that physical therapy after surgery could get him back in the game.

Kilroy, a Vietnam Veteran who lost his left arm to cancer (which was directly related to Agent Orange exposure), loved golf and did not want to give it up. He was referred to Dr. JP Warner, orthopedic surgeon at Mass General who performed rotator cuff surgery and told Kilroy it would take one year for him to recover fully.

Kilroy was determined to do whatever it took, no matter how long it took, to recover the use of his golfing arm and sought the care of MBSSPT’s practitioners to receive post-surgical physical therapy on his right arm. Bodzinski followed Dr. Warner’s protocol to the letter. It wasn’t long before Kilroy could chip and putt – well before the one year mark.

Kilroy claims to be an average golfer, shooting an 85 (46 on the front and 39 back, three over par). In anyone else’s opinion, Kilroy’s ability is considered well above average since he golfs with one arm. He had a 13 handicap, but went to a 20 prior to his rotator cuff surgery. Kilroy’s thrilled with his recovery, which has been slow, but steady. With his handicap already close to his pre-injury level, pretty soon he’ll be back on par.

“Mass Bay Spine and Sport is just a great office and Melissa and Brendan are personable and friendly. I thought I might never play golf again. Golfing was my therapy when I was suffering through three cancer surgeries, amputation and my wife dying of melanoma,” explained Kilroy.

He continued, “The surgery, follow up and physical therapy all work together. My arm feels brand new. I played 36 holes, three times a week during a recent trip to Florida.”

He credits his miraculous recovery and gleeful return to golf to Dr. Warner and his physical therapist, at MBSSPT, Melissa Bodzinski.

Kilroy, who was included in Let Me Tell You Where I’ve Been: Photographs and Interviews with Seven Vietnam Veterans by Janice Rogovin (1988), a book about Vietnam, the use of Agent Orange and the illnesses from exposure to the herbicide, has just been asked to get involved with other veterans returning from Iraq. He will be sharing his story as a cancer survivor, which will include a chapter on his recent shoulder (and golf game) recovery, with others.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Brendan Carman of Mass Bay Spine & Sports shares Marathon training tips in Metrowest Daily News

With the Boston Marathon around the corner, Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, director of rehabilitation at Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy in Marshfield, shares his insight

Read more: http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/sports/boston_marathon/x271615120/Tips-for-avoiding-injury-during-Marathon-training#ixzz1prjnsmUQ

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Training for the Boston Marathon? Mass Bay Spine & Sport PT Shares Tips for Avoiding Injury

Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC
With the Boston Marathon around the corner, Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, Director of Rehabilitation at Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT), shares his insight on the causes of running injuries and how to avoid them.

Carman, who oversees the state-of-the-art orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice in Marshfield, has treated countless injuries in runners who are training for marathons and half-marathons over the years.

Below, Carman outlines the causes of certain injuries when training:

Over-training. Achilles tendonitis (painful inflamation of the achilles tendon), Plantar Fasciitis (which exhibits as heel pain) and shin splints (front of leg pain) are all serious injuries resulting from over-training. When training for the Boston Marathon, runners often focus more on endurance and stamina than on overall strengthening of the entire lower body. The first indicator of over-training is aches and pains.

“When a patient presents with aches and pains, its best to deal with it sooner than later. If caught early, one to two days of rest is usually all that is needed. But, aches and pains that are ignored can become more significant. The tissues break down and can become an injury if not addressed promply. Then, it can take weeks to resolve the issue,” explained Carman.

Achilles tendonitis in particular can get progressively worse and result in degeneration of the tendon if left untreated.

Abrupt changes in regimen. Adding five miles to that daily run or altering the pace are actually abrupt changes in regimen that can spark an injury. It will become worse if symptoms start and a runner tries to work through it. Achilles tendonitis is most often the result.

Poor footwear. Old, worn, broken down sneakers offer no support. Wearing the improper size sneaker also creates problems. If the size is too large, then there is an increase in the lever arm so force through the calf muscle is increased and the tendons break down. Improper footwear can also cause Achilles tendonitis. It is generally recommended that running shoes be changed for every 350 to 500 miles trained, depending on body type and training style.

Muscle imbalance. The fundamental problem most of the time is muscle imbalance or weakness that doesn’t get addressed. Training goes beyond just running. Training should include a strengthening and stretching program for the whole lower half of the body, including the muscles of the core.

According to Carman, “At Mass Bay Spine & Sport, we focus on a lot of functional movement type activities with empahsis on balance, that engage the muscles all the way through the hip. This is a significant component. Weak hips will cause problems with knees and ankles because they are not stabilized. Hip weakness is often a key contributing factor to the onset of shin splints and Plantar Fasciitis.”

About MBSSPT
Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. MBSSPT, a state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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