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Do you find yourself reaching for pain medication every week because of headaches? Maybe you've been told your headaches are caused by stress, hormones, getting older, or simply "part of life." The truth is that headaches are incredibly common, but they are not normal. At 603 PT & Wellness in Dover, NH, we regularly meet people who have been suffering from headaches for months or even years without realizing there may be treatment options available. Many people silently push

By Dr. Holly | 603 PT & Wellness – Dover, NH Most people are surprised when I tell them that my passion for movement started long before physical therapy school. Before I ever thought about becoming a physical therapist, I spent countless hours training and working with dogs. I grew up around dog shows and performance events. One of my favorite memories is sitting outside the show ring with my uncle, watching dogs move and talking about what we saw. We would discuss a dog's s

A car accident does not have to feel “serious” to affect your body. Last weekend, I was rear ended while stopped in traffic. The car that hit me was likely going less than 40 mph. At first, I thought I was lucky because the damage did not seem major. But within minutes, my neck and the muscles between my shoulder blades completely seized up. At first, I thought it was just stress from being hit. But the tightness stayed the rest of the day and into the next morning. I also de

Shoulder pain can be scary. Many people hear the words “rotator cuff tear” and immediately think: “I guess I have to stop working out.” “I probably need surgery.” “My shoulder will never feel normal again.” Thankfully, that is usually not true. At 603 PT & Wellness in Dover, NH, we help active adults recover from shoulder pain and get back to the things they love without immediately jumping to surgery or giving up activity. The good news is this: A rotator cuff tear is often

Have you ever been told: “Stop running, it’s bad for your knees.” “Don’t lift weights, it will hurt your back.” “Avoid that movement if it causes pain.” At first, this sounds helpful. But let’s be honest, if you keep stopping everything that hurts, where does it end? Do you stop exercising? Stop gardening? Stop playing with your kids? Stop doing the things you love? That’s not a real solution. That’s just shrinking your life. There Has to Be a Better Way To Treat Pain At 603

Golf season is back in Dover and every year, I see the same pattern. Motivated golfers get back on the course…And within a few rounds, back pain, stiffness, or nagging injuries start to show up. Some push through it. Some take days off to recover. Some quietly start playing less. It’s incredibly common. But after years of working with golfers, I can tell you this clearly: it’s also preventable. Why Golfers Struggle With Back Pain Golf places a unique demand on your body. It c

You rest your elbow. You ice it. You stop doing the activity that caused the pain. And it starts to feel better… But then you go back to tennis, pickleball, lifting, or even just daily tasks—and the pain comes right back. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. At 603 PT & Wellness in Dover, NH, we see this all the time—especially in women going through perimenopause and menopause. What Is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow (also called lateral epicondylitis) is pain on the outs

Tips from 603 PT & Wellness in Dover, NH If your shoulder has become stiff and painful and it’s getting harder to reach overhead, hook your bra, or put on a jacket, you may be dealing with a frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulder is very common in adults over 35, especially in women going through perimenopause and menopause. Many people are surprised to learn that hormones can play a role in joint pain and stiffness. At 603 PT & Wellness in Dover, NH , we often help adults who want

You’re out walking, hiking, or exercising. Suddenly you feel a sharp pain in your knee. Now it hurts to walk. Stairs feel difficult. You may even feel clicking or catching in your knee. Your first thought might be: “Did I tear my meniscus?” Many people in Dover, NH worry about this. The meniscus is a small piece of cartilage in the knee that helps cushion and protect the joint. When knee pain starts suddenly, many people want an MRI right away to see what happened. But the tr

Spring activities like gardening, walking, and yard work can lead to tendon pain if you jump in too quickly. Learn why rest and ice alone don’t fix tendonitis and how to prevent tendon injuries in Dover, NH.

Many people think about bone health only after they are told they have osteopenia or osteoporosis . But the truth is, the best time to protect your bones is before problems begin . At 603 PT & Wellness in Dover, NH , many adults want to stay active, avoid injury, and keep doing the things they love. The good news is there are simple steps you can start today to keep your bones strong. Why Bone Health Matters for Osteoporosis Prevention Your bones are living tissue. They get s

Why Back Pain Often Starts During Perimenopause Many adults start to notice low back pain in their mid to late 30s . It may feel like stiffness in the morning, soreness after sitting, or pain after lifting or exercising. For many women, these aches become more common during perimenopause and menopause . Hormone changes during this time can affect your: joints muscles ligaments bone health These changes can make the body feel tighter, weaker, or more sensitive to stress. Over

Many women notice new foot pain during perimenopause or menopause . Your big toe may hurt. Your arch may ache. You may even notice a bunion starting to form . These changes are more common than people think. At 603 PT & Wellness , we often help women who develop foot pain during perimenopause and menopause . Hormone changes can affect your joints, ligaments, and bones. Over time, this can change how your feet move and how they support your body. The good news is that small ch

And how working outside the traditional healthcare model can help women in Dover, NH stay strong and pain-free Many women notice new aches and injuries in their late 30s and 40s. Pain that never used to bother them suddenly shows up. A sore back after gardening. A knee that hurts after a run. A shoulder that won’t settle down. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. During perimenopause , the body goes through big hormone changes. These changes can affect muscles, joints,

Have you ever rolled over in bed and the whole room started to spin?Did you look up or bend down and suddenly feel dizzy? You are not alone. Many people in Dover, NH and the surrounding Seacoast area deal with this. The good news is that a common cause of vertigo called BPPV can be treated quickly and safely with vestibular therapy. At 603 PT & Wellness we help people get back to living without that scary spinning feeling. What Is BPPV? BPPV stands for Benign Paroxysmal Posit

If you work at a laptop all day, you are not alone. Many people end the day with a stiff neck, tight shoulders, and a headache that will not go away. It can make work, sleep, and even relaxing on the couch hard. At 603 PT & Wellness, we see this all the time and Dr. Holly now feels it too. Dr. Holly Gets It When she started her new business, Dr. Holly began spending more time on her computer. Emails, scheduling, writing, and planning meant more sitting and more laptop time. A

At 603 PT & Wellness , there is no one-size-fits-all path to better health. Every client walks in with a different history, goal, and starting point and our job is to meet you where you are. For some clients, adding a DexaFit scan can be a helpful supplement to their wellness journey. It’s not something every client needs or uses, but when the timing and goals are right, the information it provides can offer valuable clarity and direction. What Is a DexaFit Scan? A DexaFit

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve tried everything and I’m still in pain,” you’re not alone. Many people who come to 603 PT & Wellness have already tried physical therapy. They showed up. They did the exercises. They followed the plan. But the pain never fully went away or it came right back without understanding why. Here’s the truth: most people are not in pain because they didn’t try hard enough. They are in pain because the real mechanical problem was never found or fixed

If you’ve ever hurt your back, you probably know this story all too well. You wake up in pain. Sitting hurts. Standing hurts. Bending is nearly impossible and you have not worn socks in days. You finally decide to get help once you cannot work it out this time around and then you are told the next available appointment is weeks away. Sometimes months. By the time you’re seen, your pain has often worsened. You’re frustrated, exhausted, and just want answers. Eventually, imagin