Orthopedic & Spine Physical Therapy

01/03/2024

New Class 4 Laser Machine.
Laser therapy uses photobiomodulation to help stimulate tissue repair. This machine offers both 810 & 980 nm wavelengths and up to 30 watts power to effectively reach both superficial and deep tissues. Especially helpful for stubborn rotator cuff, Achilles, bursitis, lateral epicondylitis and plantar fasciitis.
I usually combine class 4 laser with shockwave (ECSWT), myofascial release (IASTM), stretching and or dry needling and have been seeing greats results.

Shan Teixeira DPT, OCS, MOMT

OSPT is an outpatient facility that specializes in muscle, joint, tendon and disk conditions. We off

05/15/2023

Plantar Fasciitis and tendinitis can be stubborn. Fortunately we see good results with the right type of treatment. Here’s a small sample of what we do …

05/20/2021

Part-time Office Manager/Receptionist

Seeking a motivated, reliable individual with office/clerical skills to work in our independent physical therapy practice. Candidate should be detail oriented and possess excellent communication and computer skills. Medical billing and or accounts receivable experience is a plus.
Applicants can email or fax their resume to:
off@osptla.com 207 777-3004

Looking for a good individual to join our practice. Please share.
Thanks

04/03/2021

Orthopedic & Spine's website has been totally overhauled. Check it out https://www.osptla.com/ Updated our services including dry needling, ECSWT, research articles etc... Let me know what you think
Thanks Shan Teixeira DPT, OCS, MOMT

Home - Orthopedic & Spine Physical Therapy - conveniently located for Lewiston. Call (207) 777-3002.

10/23/2017

Recently purchased an extracorporeal shock wave machine. It works with direct pulsed energy and stimulated the tissue like no other device I have seen. It was initially developed for breaking up kidney stones and researchers have found that it is effective for tendonopathies. It is great for biceps, Achilles, tennis elbow, rotator cuff and the most promising research to date has been on plantar fasciitis.
Shan Teixeira DPT, OCS, MOMT

09/20/2017

Now offering Dry Needling !!
Dry needling utilizes small monofilament needles to reduce myofascial pain or trigger points in muscles and fascia and promote tissue healing.
It is referred to as "dry" needling because we are not injecting anything into the tissue.
I am currently trained to offer Dry Needling to the head, neck, face, TMJ, shoulder, upper back, elbow, wrist and hand. And will be receiving further training soon to include lower back, hip etc...

How Dry Needling Works: Myofascial pain with associated trigger points are common and result in taut bands within the tissue. The hyperactive muscle spindle leads to localized tissue ischemia or hypoxia which results in pain and inflammation with an abnormal spinal reflex arc which stimulates motor neurons and leads to increased pain and increased muscle activity. This creates a vicious pain-spasm cycle like "a dog chasing its tail". Dry Needling works by interupting that viscious cyle, thereby reducing pain and releasing the muscle.

Shan Teixeira DPT, OCS, MOMT

09/02/2015

Offering another beginner West Coast Swing class in the Lewiston/Auburn area through Lewiston Adult Ed. I have had many people asking and now is your chance... class begins in 2 weeks on Sept. 16th. Below is the description.

Beginner West Coast Swing
Wed. 6:30-8 PM 6 weeks
Not your grandparents swing! West coast swing is a contemporary, smoother form of swing dancing which fits many styles of music including rhythm and blues, hip hop, country and pop music. It is gaining in popularity and becoming the dance of choice as it is great for dancing to live music, at weddings or to your favorite songs on the radio. Whether you like slower groovy music or a bit faster tempo, west coast swing is the dance for you. The class will cover basic principles of lead and follow, connection, footwork and patterns to get you dancing.
No dance experience necessary. A partner is optional as we will practice lead and follow with each other.

09/15/2014

I have had several people ask me if there was any partner dancing classes around the Lewiston/Auburn area.
Now is your chance ! I will be teaching a beginner West Coast Swing Class starting on September 24th You can sign up through Lewiston Adult Ed.
***We need more men to sign up to lead ! ***

Here is the write up:
Beginner West Coast Swing
Wed. 6:30- 8 PM for 6 weeks
Starts September 24th

Not your grandparents swing! West coast swing is a contemporary, smoother form of swing dancing which fits many styles of music including rhythm and blues, hip hop, country and pop music. It is gaining in popularity and becoming the dance of choice as it is great for dancing to live music, at weddings or to your favorite songs on the radio. Whether you like slower groovy music or a bit faster tempo, west coast swing is the dance for you. The class will cover basic principles of lead and follow, connection, footwork and patterns to get you dancing.

No dance experience necessary. A partner is optional as we will practice lead and follow with each other.

Shan Teixeira

11/02/2013

We are very excited to announce the launch of our newly updated website! We'd love to know what you think. www.osptla.com

10/24/2013

We are currently looking for an independent Massage Therapist to work within our busy practice! Includes reasonable room rate, separate entrance, parking, sink and shared use of waiting room and bathroom. Great location, great opportunity! Call Jen at 777-3002.