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Knees can see forces from 2 up to 5 times your body weight with physical activity. By losing 10 pounds you can take 30 pounds of force off your knees.
To help prevent aggravating symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome while on the computer, be sure shoulders rest comfortably at your side, elbows are bent to 90 degrees keeping forearms parallel to the floor and wrists are in a neutral or straight position.
Hydrate before during and after warm weather exercise. When running drink 10 to 15 oz. of water 15 minutes prior to running, and every 15 minutes during your run.
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Chuck Giordano
Chuck Giordano, Owner and Director; Physical Therapy Masters of Science; Certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy; Orthopedic Certified Specialist

Chuck has over 20 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 Institute 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
  • Orthopedic Certified through the American Physical Therapy Assoc.

Ann Nolan
Ann Nolan, Physical Therapist; CHT (Certified Hand Therapist, Lymphedema Certified)

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 Surgical Conditions
  • Lyphedema

Jim Tarsi, Jr.
Jim Tarsi, Jr., ., Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, Certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy; Orthopedic Certified Specialist; Accepted into McKenzie Institute International’s Diploma of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy Program.

Jim earned his Master’s in the Science of Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. He is recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association as a specialist in the evaluation and treatment of orthopedic patients. Jim has also earned a specialty certification from the McKenzie Institute in assessment and treatment of spinal disorders. Jim has 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

Kate Campbell
Kate Campbell, Physical Therapist; Doctor of Physical Therapy; Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Kate earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Delaware. She specializes in the treatment of foot and ankle biomechanical problems and performs castings for custom molded orthotics. Her areas of interest and clinical focus include:

  • Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • “Sportsmetric” Certification for Knee Injury Prevention
  • Foot Orthotic Casting and Fabrication
  • Injury Prevention in the Female Athlete

Andrea Delange
Andrea Delange, Physical Therapist, Certified Evaluator for the Blankenship Functional Capacity Evaluations

Andrea is a graduate of Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and has 20 years of experience treating patients in an outpatient orthopedic setting.  She has completed numerous continuing education courses including Biomechanics of the Cyclist, Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle and the McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Lumbar Spine course.  During the winter season, she is a ski and snowboarding instructor to the physically and mentally challenged.  Andrea has specific expertise in:

  • Biomechanics of the foot and ankle
  • Treatment of spine injuries
  • Sports specific injury treatment

Betsy Pambianchi
Betsy Pambianchi, Licensed Massage Therapist

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 American Massage Therapy Association.

Betsy provides thirty, sixty and ninety minute massages in the following areas:

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