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Matthew Coelho, DPT, Cert DN, VRS
Matt Coelho, Co-Managing Partner received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2019 at Franklin Pierce University in Manchester, NH, after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Exercise Science at University of New England in 2016. Matt has a strong professional interest in rehabilitating various orthopedic and sports injuries, with the use of therapeutic exercises and manual therapy. He is also passionate about treating patients with neurological conditions, such as Vestibular Pathologies, Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, and Multiple Sclerosis.
Since graduating he has continued to develop clinically. Matt is certified in Dry Needling, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and LSVT BIG. He plans on continuing to develop his clinical skills and has a goal to become a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Matt puts a large focus on using evidence-based practice in order to provide high quality care. He integrates the best available evidence, uses his personal knowledge and skills, and implements each individual patients wants and needs into his practice. Matt also has a strong interest in research. He is the lead author of an article published in the peer-reviewed journal Physical Therapy Reviews, which he has presented at a national physical therapy conference.
Matt is originally from southern Massachusetts and has moved up to Maine as he has fallen in love with the Greater Portland area. During his free time he enjoys hiking with his dog, Maggie, playing soccer and tennis, snowboarding, and reading.