Allegiant Physical Therapy - In the Mill Road Plaza - Gary DeSmith, PT

02/01/2023

The structure and function of our feet and ankles and the way they get us from point A to point B is a wondrous thing. While developing a treatment strategy to eliminate your pain, we carefully assess these unique movement mechanics and consider all conditioning (range of motion/flexibility and strength) deficits that might be affecting them. Bone structure and foot type are also considered as is the need for footwear and/or inserts (orthotics). If an element of biomechanical rebalancing is needed, we give this priority as we proceed with addressing other treatment goals.

01/29/2023

There are many different types of knee pain depending on the source or the tissues being affected. Injuries can come on as a result of trauma or can often develop over time or with physical activity. Factors such as leg alignment, fitness and conditioning (muscle function & flexibility), and degenerative changes must all be considered in the context of both assessing the problem and designing a treatment regimen that will eliminate your knee pain and get you back into action.

01/26/2023

If you think about it, we normally enjoy a tremendous amount of freedom of movement in our shoulders allowing us to reach in nearly infinite directions. What we gain in joint mobility we sacrifice in support making the shoulder comparatively unstable and prone to irritation. Because our shoulder girdles rest on our upper core, posture deficits and the imbalances in shoulder mobility and strength can often be at the crux of shoulder pain problems. Regardless of whether your pain is chronic or you’ve had surgery, treatment seeks to re-establish these balances and achieve pain relief in a natural way: using manual and exercise therapies. If you are limited with your arm function, we can help you get back on track.

01/24/2023

Neck pain has become a common complaint with so many working adults and students working at computer stations. The positional demands and inherent postural strain are real and can easily lead to irritation. It’s a unique set of challenges and we can help. Pain can remain in the neck or even travel into the upper back. As with all spinal conditions, posture, quality of active movement, and regional spinal mobility will be scrutinized in your examination. Resetting balanced joint mobility and dynamic stability to alleviate joint and tissue strain is paramount.

01/20/2023

Low back pain is an umbrella term for pain conditions coming from any area of your lower back. Regardless of the type, back pain can interfere with all your daily activities and we can help. The nature and pattern of pain symptoms can vary widely. Sciatica, also called lumbar radiculopathy, can also involve pain that travels along nerve pathways into your legs. Because of this variability, careful examination is paramount. We use postural examination, active movement and passive mobility analysis, and special testing to develop a treatment plan and a pathway toward pain relief. Resetting proper balance of spinal joint mobility and dynamic muscular stability is often a key treatment component. Visit our website to learn more!

01/16/2023

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day from Allegiant Physical Therapy!

01/14/2023

Your transition to self-care will be coordinated with your PT when you have met your goals and are satisfied with your progress. We’ll make sure you have an efficient exercise program to continue independently at home or at the gym to maintain your gains!

01/13/2023

Your physical therapist will perform short follow-up examinations that are used to track your progress, reset goals, and further modify your treatment regimen.

01/12/2023

Your initial treatment will be based on your examination and you’ll begin to learn your home exercise regimen right away. During each clinic visit, your treatment program will be scrutinized and updated according to changes in your status. As you meet short-term clinical goals, both your in-clinic and home exercise programs will be advanced.

01/11/2023

Your evaluation forms the basis of your treatment. We’ll ask you questions about the history of your problem, how it bothers you, and how it limits you. Then we’ll perform tests specific to your complaints/condition. Finally, the findings will be explained to you and your questions will be answered.

01/11/2023

Allegiant Physical Therapy has been faithfully serving Durham, N.H. and the surrounding communities since 1998. In that time, we have helped thousands of people just like you get rid of their pain naturally, treat their sports or recreational injuries, and return to play and recover quickly from their surgeries. You deserve the best care which is why we make quality, service, and cleanliness top priorities. Because of our open concept and amiable clinic atmosphere, some of your neighbors have said they feel like family when they’re here and look forward to their treatment sessions. We aim to make your journey back to physical health a pleasant one. Visit our website at https://www.allegiantpt.care/ to learn more and to get started on your recovery today!

05/14/2021

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02/19/2021

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11/04/2019

Opportunity for experienced therapist in a small, independent outpatient orthopedic practice. Office is located near UNH. Caseload includes many college students but nevertheless is varied. Ideal for a parent with younger children as the potential exists for decreased summer hours and school vacations off. Caseload is highest when UNH in session.

Therapist must be comfortable working independently with the assistance of an aide.