Michael P. Healy
PT, DPT, DOMTP, IOMT, CSN, CPT, TPI, MBA

Dr. Healy’s treatment philosophy involves combining evidence-based aspects of Eastern and Western Medicine to successfully treat patients with a holistic approach, focusing on their entire body as opposed to just treating an area where pain is being felt. He is known for combining biomechanics with the body’s natural ability to heal itself to correct malalignments. Once patients are stabilized, he then proceeds with appropriate therapeutic exercise that addresses core stabilization and proprioception.

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Dr. Michael P. Healy is a practicing physical therapist who utilizes Advanced Manual Therapy techniques and his knowledge of Osteopathy to help patients with complex acute and chronic conditions. He specializes in Advanced Manual Therapy and treatment of orthopedic conditions such as headaches, neck pain, back pain and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Additionally, Dr. Healy has a special interest in the treatment of patients with connective tissue disorders such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Craniocervical Instability, Chiari Malformation, Marfan’s Syndrome and Syringomyelia.

Dr. Healy’s treatment philosophy involves combining evidence-based aspects of Eastern and Western Medicine to successfully treat patients with a holistic approach, focusing on their entire body as opposed to just treating an area where pain is being felt. He is known for combining biomechanics with the body’s natural ability to heal itself to correct malalignments. Once patients are stabilized, he then proceeds with appropriate therapeutic exercise that addresses core stabilization and proprioception.

Dr. Healy has more than 35 years of experience as a physical therapist and he is the Owner/President & CEO of Healy Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, an outpatient physical therapy practice with several clinics in the state of Rhode Island, USA. He is also recognized internationally as a lecturer, published as a co-author, and regularly involved with research.

PUBLICATIONS

Dr. Healy is credited as a coauthor of “Transforming Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome,” a book published in January, 2022, that is intended to help people have a better understanding of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Additionally, he was interviewed by author Karina Sturm for a German publication titled “Ratgeber Ehlers-Danlos-Syndrome” that was published in 2022. The book is considered to be the first German patient guide to EDS on the market. Dr. Healy’s interview was recorded and subtitled so it could be produced as accompanying digital content.

AFFILIATIONS
- The Coalition Against Pediatric Pain (TCAPP) Medical Advisory Committee member
- Marfan Foundation Quality of Life Expert Panel
- International Consortium on Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders, Pain Management Working Group member
EDUCATION
- University of New England; Bachelors’ Degree in Physical Therapy, 1986
- Bryant University, MBA, 1997
- Osteopathic College of Ontario; Diplomate in Osteopathic Manipulative Theory & Practice, DOMTP, 2008
- Simmons College; Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT, 2013
CERTIFICATIONS
- American Muscle & Fitness Personal Training Institute; Sports Nutritionist Certification, (CSN), 2003
- American Muscle & Fitness Personal Training Institute; Personal Trainer Certification, (CPT), 2003
- Titleist Performance Institute (TPI); TPI Certified Golf Fitness Instructor, 2007
- Osteopathic College of Ontario; Diplomate in Osteopathic Manipulative Theory & Practice, DOMTP, 2008
- Integrated Osteopathic Manual Therapy Certification; 2017