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Physical Therapists - Dorchester, MA

We found 46 physical therapists in Dorchester, MA. See refinement options below.

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Dr. Holly Ann Kantor, PT

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1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02122

Dr. Holly Kantor practices physical therapy in Dorchester, MA.
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Steven Zachary Smith, PT

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1100 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02124

Mr. Steven Smith is a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Linda Ierardi

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1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Linda Ierardi works as a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Benjamin Rose, DPT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Mr. Benjamin Rose is a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Cara Bartolomeo, DPT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Cara Bartolomeo practices physical therapy in Dorchester, MA.
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Joshua A. Dow, PT

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1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA

Mr. Joshua Dow practices physical therapy in Dorchester, MA.
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Linnea Petersen, DPT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Linnea Petersen works as a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Dr. Lisa Golightly, DPT

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1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA

Dr. Lisa Golightly is a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Sophia Veiras, DPT, PT

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1100 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Sophia Veiras practices physical therapy in Dorchester, MA.
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Anna Sidloski, DPT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Anna Sidloski specializes in physical therapy and practices in Dorchester, MA.
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Ms. Laura Tashjian, DPT, PT

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1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Laura Tashjian works as a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Rose Sievewright, DPT, PT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Rose Sievewright works as a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Ciara P. Forde, DPT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Ciara Forde specializes in physical therapy and practices in Dorchester, MA.
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Mr. James Frederick, DPT

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540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA

Mr. James Frederick is a physical therapy specialist in Dorchester, MA.
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Kelly A. Holohan, P.T.

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413 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester, MA

Ms. Kelly Holohan specializes in physical therapy and practices in Dorchester, MA.
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Jerome Mackesy, P.T.

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402 Blue Hill Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02121

Mr. Jerome Mackesy specializes in physical therapy and practices in Dorchester, MA.

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What is Physical Therapy?

When injury or disease limit a patient's ability to move and enjoy day-to-day activities without hurting, physical therapy helps restore movement and function. Physical therapy can increase strength, balance, and range of motion while reducing stiffness and pain. In some cases it may even be a safe and non-invasive alternative to pain medications or surgery.

Because physical therapy is used to treat an incredibly wide variety of ailments, each patient's experience may be slightly different. In general, however, physical therapy appointments will consist of an examination, physical therapy treatments, and instructions about helpful ways to move or techniques to approach physical challenges.

The treatments used in physical therapy help to increase movement, reduce pain, and speed healing. They may include, among others:

Stretching
Strength exercises
Massage
Water therapy
Ultrasound therapy
Heat or cold therapy

Physical therapy is useful for many different problems. Almost any injury or disease that makes it painful or difficult to move can be treated with physical therapy. A few examples of conditions regularly seen by physical therapists include:

Injuries, including fractures, sprains, and strains
Lower back pain
Post-surgical care
Amputation
Stroke or brain injury
Dizziness and loss of balance
Muscle disorders
Developmental delays

Being able to go about your daily life effectively and comfortably is a key component of independence. Restoring that function is the work of physical therapists.