Flexability Physical Therapy

Flexability Physical Therapy flexABILITY Physical Therapy specializes in concierge, in-home treatments that promote holistic health.

We believe that every body was born to move and that physical well-being is inextricably linked to mental and emotional health.

05/29/2024

Hi, friends and followers! It's been a minute - and I'm still practicing as a physical therapist - but I've transitioned my solo efforts to intimacy coaching. This switch comes after years of hearing my pelvic floor patients talk about pain with s*x, low libido, absent or weak or***ms. . . Life's too short, and we all deserve pleasure! I'll sunset this page in a few weeks. I encourage you to follow me at Rachel MacNeill Intimacy Coaching instead!

Two for two today! Get after it (especially at the polls, if you live in Derry)!
03/08/2022

Two for two today! Get after it (especially at the polls, if you live in Derry)!

Motivation can be hard to come by when it’s 5 degrees (that’s Fahrenheit!), windy, and the sun sets before many of us ev...
01/21/2022

Motivation can be hard to come by when it’s 5 degrees (that’s Fahrenheit!), windy, and the sun sets before many of us even get out of work. And yet the ability to overcome these barriers is what allows for a lifetime of movement, and prevents our health backsliding when excuses are plentiful and the warmth of our covers beckons.

Some days, giving myself a break to do some yoga next to the wood stove instead of braving the elements is exactly what the doctor ordered. That’s okay! But there are some tricks that can help you (and, let’s be real, me) stay consistent through it all.

Set a timebound, specific goal. For me, this means registering for a race or event, and placing that event in the context of my overall goals. For example, if I want to qualify for the Boston Marathon, I know I need a number of half marathons and at least one non-Boston qualifying marathon to get there. So I register for one or a couple of the races that will get me closer.
Map out the movement sessions it’s going to take to achieve your goal. This can be simplified with any number of training apps (Hal Higdon is a favorite of mine) and should include cross-training and rest days, too. Every workout is a step toward achieving your vision.
Tell your friends! Put money on the line (e.g., the cost of race registration)! It’s not your friends’ job to hold you accountable, but knowing that you’ve told people and that they’re likely to ask how you’re doing toward your goal certainly helps. I certainly don’t like letting myself down, and I REALLY don’t like letting my friends and family down. On a more positive note, you just might inspire your community to create movement goals for themselves (which, bonus, could mean new movement buddies for you).
Identify what you can control. Sure, the weather sucks sometimes. But knowing I have extra warm running pants makes getting out there easier. Listening to my favorite books and podcasts while I run makes it something I look forward to. Choosing beautiful routes gives me scenery. You get the idea.

And when all else fails, be kind to yourself and try again tomorrow.

Knee pain is the most common complaint runners have and "runner's knee" - also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome - i...
12/22/2021

Knee pain is the most common complaint runners have and "runner's knee" - also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome - is the most common cause. Patellofemoral pain syndrome refers to any pain localized to the knee cap or the area immediately surrounding it, and is often accompanied by snaps, crackles, and pops at the joint, and feelings of swelling or instability. Like all running injuries, it's usually the result of training error (overloading an underprepared body).

Think you have runner's knee, and want to get it resolved quickly? Have knee pain, but you're unsure what's causing it or how to manage it? Want to prevent knee pain before it happens? We can help!



Every. Dang. Run. You hate to start cold, so you layer up. But then you're sweating within ten minutes, and afraid to ta...
12/10/2021

Every. Dang. Run. You hate to start cold, so you layer up. But then you're sweating within ten minutes, and afraid to take off outer layers for fear of the sweat drying and being cold again. So what to wear, especially during the unpredictable spring and fall in the northeast?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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First, synthetic materials are king. They wick sweat away from the skin and dry faster than cotton, and so mean less time drowning in cold wetness. Second, I'm all about a running backpack (or the budget-friendly standby, tying long sleeves around the waist) for easily stowing layers when I get hot or keeping extras handy if it gets cold. Bonus, the pack allows me to carry extra water, cards, and phone. Gloves, neck warmer, and hat provide for small temperature adjustments as needed.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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bra, hat, long sleeve, tights, socks, and shoes⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
hydration pack⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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neck warmer/bonus face covering⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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You'd be surprised what we can pack into a "mobile" clinic! We come prepared with tools that help us treat during your v...
12/08/2021

You'd be surprised what we can pack into a "mobile" clinic! We come prepared with tools that help us treat during your visit, and that allow you to keep up momentum on your own.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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1. Instruments like this one allow for muscle scraping and deep soft tissue work for recovery and performance, and save our hands! We also offer cupping for the same.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. Belts like this one provide more force than a PT could with just their hands for mobilizing hips, knees, and ankles.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
3. Latex free resistance bands are allergy friendly and provide graded tension during strengthening exercises.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
4. Lacrosse balls, foam and stick rollers, and Theracanes help with post-effort recovery and soft tissue maintenance. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
5. Yoga props help with positioning on the table or floor. We have blocks, straps, bolsters, and blankets.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
6. Not pictured: the best tool we have. A therapist's hands! Depending on a patient's needs, we may use massage techniques, joint mobilization, stretching, and spinal manipulation.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
7. Did you know we provide internal pelvic floor manual therapy? This wand from helps patients access hard to reach spots between visits.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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We may not unpack it all at every visit, but our tools are always at the ready to ensure that the only thing our patients give up is the commute to the clinic. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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flexABILITY Physical Therapy is owned by a Doctor of Physical Therapy - me! - and I treat clients with orthopedic and ne...
12/01/2021

flexABILITY Physical Therapy is owned by a Doctor of Physical Therapy - me! - and I treat clients with orthopedic and neurological concerns in their homes. The decision to work with any health professional is a personal one, based on personality fit and a match between my skills and your goals.

So, who am I? I'm a native New Englander, raised in NH from five onward and educated at Pinkerton Academy (go Astros!) and then Wheaton College. After college, I spent five years working in Boston before I moved to California's Bay Area, and then to Texas to attend Texas Woman's University for my DPT. But now I'm back to stay!

I've been running for more than a decade, and enjoy yoga and weightlifting in addition to endurance sports. I was a coach and pace group leader for the official San Francisco Marathon training program, and am a certified RRCA run coach, too. Moving keeps me healthy, but it also keeps me HAPPY, and I love helping clients find "joy in motion."

I've been vegan for 20 years. Though I first started eating plant-based for the animals, these days it's just as much for my health and the health of our environment. Food is a big part of sustainable medicine to me and I enjoy helping clients leverage lifestyle choices to improve their well-being, whether they're vegan, meat-eating, or something in between.

I love bringing all of my interests and experience to bear in my role as physical therapist, and spend plenty of time as wellness coach and cheerleader, too. Let's work together to achieve your vision for peak performance and health!

It’s official… Dr. MacNeill is taking new clients in southern and coastal NH!
11/10/2021

It’s official… Dr. MacNeill is taking new clients in southern and coastal NH!

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