“Thank you” to all of our patients who were able and continued to continue care and stay in contact with Nick Rinard PT since Oregon’s “stay at home” order on March 23. Nick Rinard took the proactive decision to stop in-person visits on March 13 to protect the health and safety of everyone in the community.
New patients and established patients found our telehealth visits very valuable as we were able to continue to diagnose, educate and offer the tools they needed to get through this difficult time. It was a challenging, but really fun experience to connect with patients on telehealth, and also to get you feeling better and in less pain!
Since the easing of stay at home orders on May 1st Nick Rinard Physical Therapy was able to re-open our SW Capitol clinic doors as of May 4th (Monday through Friday 8am-6pm).
Nick Rinard Physical Therapy loves treating you and we are so happy open not only our doors but our hands and hearts to get you the results you have come to know and trust for the last 20 years.
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By Krissy Brown
20 Feb, 2025
Clinical Case of the Week, Exercise
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If you are experiencing pain in your neck, shoulders, arms and sensitivity in your fingers it may be thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS).
Get your accurate diagnosis today at Nick Rinard Physical Therapy.
“I experienced numbness in my pinkie and ring finger on both hands.
I had shoulder pain, especially when doing chest exercises.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
The numbness in my finger has gotten better.
My shoulder pain is gone.
I can do chest exercises now without pain.”
Gordon
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If you have moved out of state Nick Rinard Physical Therapy offers telehealth that gets great results, but if you find yourself with a condition that needs in-person visits, here are some questions you might want to ask when looking for a physical therapist.
Is the PT known among patients and providers for getting the best results in the fewest visits?
Does the PT prioritize teaching the patient how to actively self-treat rather than provide a lot of passive treatment to the patient?
Is the PT disciplined in using evidence based care and applying logic to their assessments to find the most likely source of the problem and treat it with the simplest intervention possible?
Is the PT certified in MDT at a minimum?
Has the PT been successfully practicing at the above level for 20+ years?
Does the PT have a lot of patients who choose to return to them for their other issues?
Has the PT taught the methodology to other PTs?
Does the PT put their patients’ outcomes above their own ego and ambition?
Is the PT quick to refer out to another, more appropriate practitioner as soon as the patient fails to show improvement?
The list could go on.
Nick Rinard, Owner, Physical Therapist
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By Krissy Brown
04 Feb, 2025
Clinical Case of the Week, Medical Advisory, Physical Therapy Tips
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By MiKayla Sanocki, SPT
Did you know a back problem can cause symptoms such as pain, decreased strength and decreased sensations into the thigh, calf, ankle or foot? Physical therapists trained in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) here at Nick Rinard Physical Therapy can determine during the evaluation if any of these lower leg symptoms are coming from your back.
Check out this bizarre clinical presentation we treated at Nick Rinard Physical Therapy:
She did not remember any trauma to the ankle
The patient came to physical therapy for an “ankle sprain” that occurred 3-months earlier. She stated she woke up unable to put any weight on her right foot. The pain had remained constant in her ankle, so bad at times that she couldn’t walk! Upon further questioning, the patient revealed what she had been doing the day before: She had driven 2 hours, on her way home from helping clean a house. During the drive she had discomfort in her buttock and hamstring that made her want to pull the car over to stretch. She did not remember any trauma to the ankle, however, but the ankle pain was the only pain she was experiencing now.
Her ankle pain has caused her to quit running and yoga — two of her favorite activities.
Mechanical Evaluation finds cause in spine
During the mechanical evaluation we found that certain directions of low back movements decreased the pain in her ankle. After being sent home with 1 simple exercise to perform every waking hour – which she did perfectly – she returned within 24 hours reporting 90% recovery in pain! Over the next week we were able to progress her exercises and now the patient reports no ankle pain at all. In only 4 visits we were able to abolish her ankle pain, and she is now getting back to running and yoga!
The patient reports, “I now have the tools to prevent the return of my back and ankle pain”.
Treatment at Nick Rinard Physical Therapy vs Traditional PT
In contrast to MDT, traditional PT would not have uncovered the spinal cause of the patient’s ankle pain. Treatment would have been ineffective since it would have focused only on trying to treat the symptom.
Do you know if your pain in the legs or arms could be coming from the spine? Schedule your evaluation at Nick Rinard Physical Therapy and find out!
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The beginning of a new year is so exciting! A fresh start with new goals and new beginning.
If you, like so many others, have made a resolution to get healthier this year, Nick Rinard PT may be able to help.
It is very difficult to stay active when you’re in pain!
Nick Rinard Physical Therapy can help keep you on track, and can teach you how to move to prevent injuries!
Don’t allow pain to stand in the way of your 2025 goals!
Nick Rinard Physical Therapy will be closed Tuesday December 31st 2024 to Wednesday January 01 2025.
Please do not hesitate to call and leave a message and someone will be back in the office to return your phone call.
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“When he handed me Nick Rinard’s card, my chiropractor said he sends his difficult cases to him.
I had persistent back pain that didn’t respond to chiropractic treatments or traditional physical therapy.
With pain being a great motivator, I called Nick’s office.
My path to recovery wasn’t a straight one.
To my surprise I need a total hip replacement. Nick was with me every step of the way and provided a personalized treatment plan both pre-and post- surgery.
Nick helped me navigate the path from debilitating pain to regaining function.
I can now about basic day-to-day activities like sleeping, getting out of bed, sitting, standing, going up and down stairs, and making through the entire grocery store.
I feel strong and bolder both physically and mentally.
Nick understands that physical therapy is more than just physical.
It is also about hope.”
Carla
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“I had seen a previous PT for a few visits and didn’t feel any better – I thought my sprained ankle was a lost cause.
On my first visit with Dr. Rinard, he diagnosed my issue and provided immediate relief.
I had several PT appointments and felt constant improvement.
I’m back to running and playing volleyball and I could have done it without his help/patience/understanding and knowledge.
Thank you so much! ”
Gloria
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Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Nick Rinard Physical Therapy.
Nick Rinard Physical Therapy is very Thankful to have you in our lives! We couldn’t do it without you!
Nick Rinard Physical Therapy will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28th 2024, Friday November 29th, 2024, Monday December 2nd 2024 and Tuesday December 3rd 2024.
Regular office hours will resume Wednesday December 3rd 2024.
If you are in need before then please do not hesitate to call
503-244-6232 or email help@rinardpt.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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By Krissy Brown
12 Nov, 2024
Clinical Case of the Week, Exercise
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A Nick Rinard Physical Therapy patient emphasizes the importance of health and fitness in the the demanding role of a firefighter.
His home exercise plan is so convenient he can do it while he works!
Thank you for your service and courage you give to the community.
Thank you for sharing your Nick Rinard Physical Therapy story!
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Happy Halloween from Nick Rinard Physical Therapy.
Celebrate! Stay safe! Enjoy the treats! Avoid the tricks!
Nick Rinard Physical Therapy is here for you- don’t be afraid of any pains you may be having – schedule your visit and let us help you get started healing today!
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Nick Rinard Physical Therapy- where patients come to get results from physical therapy!
“I had lower back pain for the past 4 years & previous physical therapy visits & exercises only had temporary results.
After only 6 visits I can go back to my regularly scheduled daily HIT classes.
I’m so confident that if I had another pain issue in the future I can come back to Nick & get it fixed.”
Cara
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