Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Personalized care for joint and muscle pain, stiffness, weakness, and movement limitations using hands-on treatment, guided exercise, education, and functional movement training.
Physical & Occupational Therapy in Manchester, ME
One-on-one care built around your recovery goals — from surgery, injury, balance problems, or hand and arm conditions.
- Certified Hand Therapist on staff
- Detailed evaluation and personal treatment plan
- Locally owned, independent clinic
Request Your Appointment Today
Tell us what is bringing you to therapy and when you would prefer to be seen. After receiving your request, our front-desk team will contact you to discuss scheduling, insurance requirements, and any referral or authorization that may be needed.
Specialized Rehabilitation Close to Home
Certified Hand TherapyFellowship-Trained Upper-Extremity CareLicensed Occupational and Physical Therapy ProfessionalsLocally Owned Independent PracticeAffiliations: ASHT, NBCOT, and APTA
Our Most Popular Physical Therapy Services
We provide personalized treatment to help you reduce pain, restore movement, recover from injury, and return to the activities that matter most.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Structured treatment after orthopedic or upper-extremity surgery focused on restoring mobility, rebuilding strength, and helping you return safely to everyday activities.
Balance and Vestibular Rehabilitation
Targeted treatment for dizziness, unsteadiness, and fall risk using exercises designed to improve balance, coordination, mobility, safety, and confidence.
Neurological and Mobility Rehabilitation
Individualized therapy for neurological conditions affecting walking, strength, coordination, endurance, or independence, with treatment connected to practical mobility and everyday goals.
Meet Paul Abbey, MOTR/L, CHT
Paul Abbey founded Baxter Occupational and Physical Therapy to provide personalized, independent rehabilitation care in central Maine. As a Certified Hand Therapist with advanced upper-extremity training and over eight years of experience, he created the clinic around detailed evaluations, clear communication, and treatment connected to each patient's goals.
Meet Our Care Team
Licensed occupational and physical therapists working together under one independent practice in Manchester, Maine.
Paul Abbey
MOTR/L, CHT
Licensed occupational therapist and certified hand therapist with advanced training in upper-extremity rehabilitation and over eight years of experience.
Jamie Morton
PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified personal trainer, and registered yoga teacher specializing in orthopedic manual physical therapy.
Cameron Osborne
OTR/L
Licensed occupational therapist committed to helping people restore independence and quality of life through skilled, evidence-based care.
Elizabeth (Liza) Palmer
OTD, MEd, OTR/L
Licensed occupational therapist with over 20 years of experience with children and adults, rooted in compassion, creativity, and meaningful activity.
What Sets Us Apart in the Manchester, ME Community
Individualized, Goal-Focused Treatment
Your plan is based on a detailed evaluation, measurable findings, and the activities you want to restore. Treatment progresses according to your needs rather than following a generic or standardized program.
Specialized Clinical Expertise
Our rehabilitation team provides Certified Hand Therapy, fellowship-trained upper-extremity care, orthopedic physical therapy, neurological rehabilitation, balance treatment, vestibular care, and custom splinting within one independent practice.
Occupational and Physical Therapy Collaboration
Our occupational therapists and physical therapists collaborate when patients have overlapping orthopedic, neurological, upper-extremity, mobility, balance, or daily-function concerns. This helps keep treatment coordinated and connected to the whole person.
Locally Owned, Relationship-Focused Care
Our team prioritizes communication with patients, families, surgeons, physicians, and referring providers. We want each patient to understand the treatment plan, recognize their progress, and feel genuinely cared for throughout rehabilitation.
Explore Our Clinic
Our Manchester clinic provides a comfortable, professional environment where patients can focus on recovery. The space supports hands-on treatment, therapeutic exercise, functional training, balance activities, mobility work, and custom splint fabrication.
The clinic's relaxing, outdoors-inspired design reflects Baxter's connection to Maine and Baxter State Park.
Start Your Recovery Today
Pain, an injury, surgery, dizziness, or reduced mobility does not have to keep you from the responsibilities and activities that matter to you. Our physical therapists will listen to your concerns, evaluate the factors affecting your movement, and create an individualized plan based on your needs and goals.
Move Better. Function Better. Live Better.
Clinic Location
Business Hours
- Monday
- 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday
- 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday
- 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Thursday
- 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday
- 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Saturday
- 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., pediatrics only
- Sunday
- Closed