Riverside Physical Therapy

Riverside Physical Therapy IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is the Northwest's premier physical and hand therapy group. We want to make it easy for patients to get the care they need.

We have locations throughout the Puget Sound, so you'll never have to travel far to receive exceptional service. Nestled in a northern Idaho valley sits a small community packed with big adventure. Orofino, Idaho has year-round recreational activities that attract families and thrill seekers alike. At Riverside Physical Therapy, we strive to achieve results quickly with virtually every condition o

r injury. We offer a full range of specialized services to cover a majority of patient conditions. We offer early morning and evening appointments to accommodate a variety of schedules, and we accept most insurance plans, including Medicare and Worker's Compensation.

04/16/2026

🔑 Why the Biceps Are So Important

Most people think the biceps only bend the elbow—but they do much more.

1. Elbow Flexion & Carrying

The biceps are heavily involved in:
• Carrying groceries
• Picking up kids
• Lifting objects toward your body
• Pulling doors open

Stronger biceps = less strain on elbows and shoulders during repeated daily tasks.

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2. Forearm & Grip Support

The biceps assist in supination (turning the palm up), which is essential for:
• Turning keys
• Using tools
• Opening jars
• Carrying objects with palms up

Weakness here can show up as forearm fatigue or elbow pain.

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3. Shoulder Stability

The long head of the biceps helps stabilize the front of the shoulder joint, especially during overhead and reaching tasks.

Translation to life:
✔ Reaching into cabinets
✔ Placing luggage overhead
✔ Supporting the arm during prolonged activity

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🦴 Why Scapular Strength Is the Foundation

Your shoulder doesn’t work well without a stable shoulder blade.

Key muscles:
• Lower & middle trapezius
• Serratus anterior
• Rhomboids

These muscles:
• Control scapular position
• Optimize shoulder mechanics
• Reduce stress on the rotator cuff

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2. Posture & Endurance

Scapular strength supports upright posture during:
• Desk work
• Driving
• Standing tasks
• Holding children

Without it, the shoulders round forward, leading to fatigue, headaches, and neck pain.

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3. Force Transfer

The scapula acts as the bridge between the arm and trunk.
If it’s weak, force doesn’t transfer well—meaning:
• Lifting feels harder
• Overhead tasks feel unstable
• Risk of overuse injury increases

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🔁 How This Translates to Day-to-Day Life

Upper extremity strength helps with:

✔ Carrying groceries or laundry
✔ Lifting kids, pets, or objects
✔ Reaching overhead or behind you
✔ Pushing up from a chair or floor
✔ Pulling doors, drawers, or carts
✔ Maintaining posture at work
✔ Preventing shoulder, elbow, and neck pain

04/13/2026

More details are HERE for our pop-up workout happening May 3rd at Riverside Physical Therapy! 💪

🕗 Time: 8:00–9:00 AM
📍 Location: Riverside Physical Therapy
🌤️ Weather dependent: We’ll be inside or outside

This workout is designed for ALL ages and ALL fitness levels — whether you’re just getting started or looking to push yourself, we’ve got you covered.

Bring a friend, bring some energy, and come move with us! 🙌

📲 Please RSVP by calling or texting the number on the flyer so we can plan accordingly.

Let’s get after it! 🔥

This week’s schedule - see post for more information on times open this week. Tomorrow will be another update on our pop...
04/12/2026

This week’s schedule - see post for more information on times open this week. Tomorrow will be another update on our pop-up workout💪🏻

04/07/2026

Strong, simple, and effective 💪

3 rounds of:
• 12 sit-to-stands with a punch
• 12 bench press
• 12 bench/table dips
• 12 split squats

Full-body strength, a little cardio, and a lot of purpose. Build power, improve balance, and move better in everyday life.

All levels can modify—just keep moving and stay consistent 👊

04/06/2026

More information on our pop-up workout coming May 3rd at Riverside Physical Therapy💪🏻🎉

Happy Easter from Riverside Physical therapy. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week but to another track...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from Riverside Physical therapy. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week but to another track meet we will be closed on Friday!

04/01/2026

Gluteus medius strength is critical because it controls the pelvis and femur during single-leg tasks—which make up most of walking, running, stairs, and sport. When it’s weak, the body compensates in ways that increase injury risk up and down the chain.

Here’s why it matters 👇

1. Pelvic Stability During Gait

The glute med prevents the pelvis from dropping when you’re on one leg (Trendelenburg pattern). Strong glute meds:
• Keep the pelvis level
• Improve walking and running efficiency
• Reduce energy leaks and fatigue

2. Knee Alignment & Injury Prevention

The glute med controls femoral adduction and internal rotation. When weak:
• Knees collapse inward (dynamic valgus)
• Stress increases at the ACL, patellofemoral joint, and medial knee

Strong glute meds help keep the knee tracking properly.

3. Hip & Low Back Protection

Poor lateral hip strength shifts load to:
• Hip flexors and adductors
• Lumbar spine
• SI joint

Strengthening glute med improves load sharing and reduces compensatory stress.

4. Single-Leg Strength & Balance

Almost all functional tasks are single-leg:
• Walking
• Stairs
• Running
• Cutting and landing

Glute med strength enhances balance, control, and confidence during these movements.

5. Performance & Power Transfer

A stable pelvis allows better force transmission from the ground up:
• More efficient sprinting
• Better change of direction
• Improved jumping and landing mechanics

6. Commonly Undertrained Muscle

Many people overuse glute max while undertraining glute med. This imbalance can limit progress and increase injury risk—even in strong athletes.

03/30/2026

More information to come! Pop-Up Workout on May 3rd at Riverside Physical Therapy from 8:00–9:00 AM!

This workout is open to all ages and fitness levels, so bring a friend and come move with us. Depending on the weather, we’ll be set up either inside or outside. Please bring yoga mat if you have one!

Please RSVP by texting or calling the number on the flyer.

We hope to see you there! 💪

Just a reminder that we will be closed tomorrow and will reopen on Tuesday, March 31st, as Alison is traveling back from...
03/29/2026

Just a reminder that we will be closed tomorrow and will reopen on Tuesday, March 31st, as Alison is traveling back from South Carolina.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 208-476-7105!

03/25/2026

Workout
• 3×10 Forward Step-Ups
• 3×10 Barbell Back Squats

Why glute strength is important:
• Power + performance: Your glutes are the primary drivers for movements like walking, running, jumping, and lifting. Strong glutes = more force production.
• Injury prevention: Helps reduce strain on the knees and lower back by properly distributing load through the hips.
• Pelvic stability: Keeps your hips level during single-leg activities (like step-ups), which is key for balance and coordination.
• Posture support: Strong glutes counteract prolonged sitting and help maintain proper alignment.
• Low back protection: Glutes assist with hip extension so your lower back doesn’t overcompensate.
• Better movement mechanics: Improves squat depth, control, and efficiency in everyday tasks.

We’re excited to announce a Pop-Up Workout on May 3rd at Riverside Physical Therapy from 8:00–9:00 AM!This workout is op...
03/23/2026

We’re excited to announce a Pop-Up Workout on May 3rd at Riverside Physical Therapy from 8:00–9:00 AM!

This workout is open to all ages and fitness levels, so bring a friend and come move with us. Depending on the weather, we’ll be set up either inside or outside.

Please RSVP by texting or calling the number on the flyer.

We hope to see you there! 💪

Please take a moment to review our updated schedule for the remainder of March and into April.We apologize for any incon...
03/22/2026

Please take a moment to review our updated schedule for the remainder of March and into April.

We apologize for any inconvenience as Alison will be visiting her parents and we wrap up Reid’s final outdoor track meets.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please call Riverside Physical Therapy at (208) 476-7105. We appreciate your understanding and support!

Address

150 126th Street
Orofino, ID
83544

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+12084767105

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