Chuck has over 15 years of experience as a physical therapist treating patients in the area of outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine. His qualifications and experience include:

• Advanced Masters Degree from Quinnipiac University in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• McKenzie Certification in the evaluation and treatment of spinal disorders
• Ten years supervisory experience at clinics in Norwalk, Stamford, Greenwich and Old Greenwich
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

A certified hand therapist for over 15 years, Ann has expertise in custom splint and brace fabrication as well as extensive experience in treating such diagnoses as:

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Overuse Syndromes
• Distal Radius Fractures
• Tendon Injuries
• Arthritis
• Post Sugical Conditions

Jim Tarsi, MSPT is a native of Ridgefield. Jim earned his Master’s in the Science of Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in 2004. He is currently working towards his McKenzie certification, an advanced certification in the evaluation and treatment of spinal disorders. Jim has experience and expertise in the evaluation and treatment of:

• Spinal disorders
• Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal injuries
• Post surgical conditions and Sports related injuries
• Prevention and treatment of Golf related injuries
  
• Golf specific strength and conditioning programs
  

Betsy is a nationally certified and licensed massage therapist who works on patients with medical diagnoses as well as those seeking general relaxation to promote good health and well-being. A graduate of The Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy, Betsy is also a member of the AMTA.

Thirty, sixty and ninety minute massages are available in the following areas:

• Medical
• Sports
• Hot Stone
• Classic Western
• Deep Tissue
• Basic Shiatsu
  

Liv Forberg, MSPT earned her Master’s in Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut in 2000. She has seven years of clinical experience and has taken numerous continuing education courses focusing on manual techniques. Her courses include: Muscle Energy Technique, Myofascial Release, Visceral Mobilization and Strain-Counterstrain Techniques. Liv has experience in evaluating and treating:

• Spinal disorders
• Pelvic dysfunction
• Orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries
• Pre and post surgical conditions
• Sports related injuries
• Vestibular dysfuntions
  

Doreen Riser has been practicing alternative medicine for the past 20 years. She is licensed in New York and New Jersey as a Physical Therapist assistant and a NCCAOM certified Acupuncturist licensed in New York and Connecticut. Ms. Riser studied, and is experienced in reflexology, therapeutic touch, cranial sacral techniques, and massage therapy. Doreen uses acupuncture to treat a variety of conditions on a diverse patient population. These conditions range from anxiety to orthopedic problems including back, neck, knee and shoulder pain.

Doreen’s experience in practicing alternative medicine, in its different forms, enables her to bring knowledge, confidence, and a caring, intuitive bedside manner to the treatment table. She combines eastern and western medical philosophies to maximize the effectiveness of her treatments and help clients meet their goals safely and efficiently.