Joint, bone and muscle pain can really hurt – especially when they keep you from what you need and love to do.
At the Orthopedic Institute of Central Maine, we can help you get back on track. Start with these helpful resources below.
Need in-person support? Come see one of our board-certified orthopedic experts. We begin by listening, to understand exactly what you’re dealing with and how it’s impacting you. Then we’ll work together to create a personalized treatment plan focused on relieving pain, restoring function and helping you return to your active life.
Classes and Events
At OICM, our orthopedic care doesn’t end in the office. We offer free, ongoing events to help our central and western Maine communities enjoy active and pain-free lifestyles. Whether you’re preparing for joint replacement surgery, seeking pain management strategies or need fitness and nutritional guidance, our experts have the answers. Explore upcoming classes and events near you.
Pre-Surgery Education
Have an upcoming joint replacement surgery? Scheduled patients should be sure to join the Orthopedic Institute of Central Maine (OICM) for a highly informative class and prep for your procedure with confidence.
During this highly informative session, you will:
- Learn more about joints and how they work
- View a presentation on joint replacement surgery
- Go over details about preparing for surgery
- Review what to know about discharge
- Be given an overview of home care and rehabilitation
- Get pain management strategies
You’ll also have the chance to ask any and all questions and connect with other patients on a similar journey.
Classes are held at:
Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics Office
690 Minot Avenue
Auburn, Maine 04210
- Education sessions are held every other Monday with the exception of holidays.
- Knee Education: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
- Hip Education: 10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
- Spine Education: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Shoulder Education: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics
690 Minot Avenue
Auburn, Maine
To save your spot at an upcoming class, call (207) 783-1328. We look forward to seeing you!
Prehab
At the Orthopedic Institute of Central Maine (OICM), we’re committed to making your recovery from joint replacement as smooth and swift as possible. That process actually starts before your procedure, with pre-rehabilitation, or prehab.
This special program is designed to strengthen and prepare the muscles ahead of surgery, so that you go into surgery with optimal health and have the best outcome possible. Below, we’ve answered the most frequent questions revolving around this innovative practice.
What is Prehab?
Prehab is an exercise therapy program started at least six weeks or longer before surgery. It is conducted with a dedicated physical therapist, who guides you through bodyweight and flexibility movements to strengthen and stabilize your body. It’s a new concept — but has already proven to lead to a faster recovery.
How Can Prehab Get You Back on Your Feet Faster?
The rewards of prehab show in as little as 24 hours after surgery. Because of the increased level of fitness achieved before surgery, patients can often walk quicker, have shorter hospital stays and may be discharged and sent to outpatient rehab, rather than to a rehab facility for inpatient therapy.
Where Can I Attend Prehab Classes?
We have three locations convenient to you:
Central Maine Medical Center – Lewiston, Maine
Bridgton Hospital – Bridgton, Maine
Rumford Hospital – Rumford, Maine