Altamont Physical Therapy

11/03/2025

The countdown is on until PLANKS-giving! 🦃
We’re celebrating by sharing some of our favorite core exercises to help you build strength and stability.
Today’s move: The Dead Bug! 💪
It’s a great way to train your core without stressing your back.
If you can't do it without your back arching, it's time for a visit!


Core engaged, ribs down, and don’t let your back arch — slow and steady wins this one!
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11/02/2025

⏰ How will you spend your extra hour today?
If pain is keeping you from doing what you really want to do… it’s time for a visit to Altamont Physical Therapy.
Let’s make sure your next hour — and every one after — is pain-free. 💪

11/01/2025

If pain is “sucking” the fun out of your life, let us “conjure” up the solution!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

10/30/2025

Thank you to the Guilderland Public Library for hosting Knee Pain 101!
We had a great crowd of people eager to learn how to avoid surgery, return to running, and better understand their bodies. 💪
Does that sound like something you’d like to learn more about?
📞 Call today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward Reaching New Heights!

10/30/2025

💬 Why would you refer a friend or family member to Altamont PT?
Richard’s answer said it all: “Results.”

Erik and Stephanie were able to pinpoint his problem and address it — and he felt better the very next day. 🙌

That’s what we love to hear!
At Altamont PT, we’re here to help you Reach New Heights. 🏔️

10/29/2025

🦵 Are stairs your mortal enemy?
🛋️ Do you need a helping hand just to get off the couch?
🌧️ Do your knees warn you of a a storm before the weatherman?

If you said “yes” to any of these… it’s time to learn how to take control of knee pain!

👉 Join us tonight at the Guilderland Public Library for Knee Pain 101 with Dr. Erik Carman.
📅 Tonight
🕕 6:00 PM

Come get answers, learn strategies, and discover how PT can help you get moving again.

10/27/2025

🩺 Medical diagnoses can sound SCARY! 😱
But don’t worry — here’s a quick translation guide to help make sense of what they really mean:

Diagnosis → What it really means
💥 Arthritis → Your joints are a little irritated, but they still love to move!
⚡ Tendinitis → Your tendon is overworked — it needs a little TLC, not total rest.
🦴 Degenerative Disc Disease → A fancy term for normal spine changes that come with age (and can absolutely be managed!).
🚶 Bursitis → A small cushion in your joint is inflamed — movement done right can calm it down.
💫 Sciatica → A nerve in your back is cranky — we can help it chill out.

The truth? Most of these conditions respond really well to physical therapy — especially when you get one-on-one care designed just for you.

👉 PS: We treat ALL of these diagnoses!
Let us help you move better, feel stronger, and Reach New Heights. 🌄

10/25/2025

10/25/2025

We are ready for Read or Treat at the Guilderland Public Library starting at 4pm!

10/25/2025

🎃 **Read or Treat at the Guilderland Library — Come See Us Today!** 🎃

Today we’re joining in on the fun at this year’s **Read or Treat** hosted by the **Guilderland Public Library**! 📚🍬

Stop by our table for some *tricks, treats,* and a few fun surprises from the Altamont PT team. (Pssst… can’t find our table? Just look for the one with **all the bones!** 💀😉)

We love being part of community events like this—connecting with our neighbors, celebrating the season, and sharing a few tips to help you *Reach New Heights* (even in costume!).

Come say hi, grab a treat, and enjoy a spooky-good time! 👻

10/24/2025

🌟 Patient Win of the Week! 🌟

This week, one of our patients came in with a lot of questions and a few concerns about their program. Instead of just pushing through, our team took the time to explain the how and why behind each exercise and really listen to what they were feeling.

Together, we made small adjustments that gave the patient more confidence and clarity. The result? Better progress and a renewed sense of motivation! 💪

Wins like this remind us that open communication and teamwork are just as important as the exercises themselves. 🙌